Improving truffle orchard floor management
Expanding production has positioned Australia as the world’s fourth-largest truffle producer, after France, Italy and Spain. In 2022, favourable growing conditions meant the country produced...
Project Summary: Mohair Market Assessment 2016
Published: 1 Jun 2017
Author(s): Clarke, Michael
ISBN: 978-1-74254-935-4
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There is an opportunity for the production of between 300 and 400 tonnes of Australian-grown mohair, but current national production is a modest 130 tonnes. Farm gate returns from angora goats are currently comparable to some sheep enterprises. This assessment looks at the contraction of the mohair industry, domestic and export markets, supply chains together with the promotion and market development of the industry.
For more information download the associated report: Market Assessment – New and Emerging Animal Industries. Tranche 1: Mohair, Alpaca and Camel Milk
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