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  1. Merino 101: What's Merino Wool, Why Choose It | Smartwool®

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  3. What is Merino wool & how is it made? | The …

    WEBDec 18, 2019 · Merino wool is the world’s finest and softest wool, grown by Merino sheep in Australia. Learn about its natural properties, types, …

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      Proteins composed of amino acids and natural compounds. Merino wool is a natural, renewable fiber—meaning one sheep can grow four to five pounds of wool per year. Plus, this fiber has evolved over the years to keep sheep comfortable in harsh environments. ... more
      A finer micron or lower count means softer wool, and merino wool is much finer than other wool, making it moisture-wicking, comfortable to wear and naturally sun-protective. "All wool is not the same," says Rita Samuelson, deputy director and wool marketing director for the American Wool Council.
      Merino wool is renowned for its superior softness and thin weave. In addition, it’s also a renewable, sustainable, and regenerative material. The production process of Merino wool feeds back into its natural ecosystems creating a net-neutral, or even net-negative, carbon footprint.
      Through breeding, the Merino produces and grows its high-quality wool right through the year. This increases the amount of wool that each sheep will yield, but it also provides a hindrance and can be a real problem if you do not shear your Merinos. In Australia, the breed is raised solely for its wool.
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      WEBOct 31, 2021 · What is Merino wool? An introductory guide to the wonder fabric of the outdoor clothing industry. By Kieran Cunningham. published 31 October 2021. We answer the question: what is Merino wool? We look …

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    • Merino | Fine wool, Australian, Spanish | Britannica

      WEBMerino, breed of fine-wool sheep originating in Spain; it was known as early as the 12th century and may have been a Moorish importation. It was particularly well adapted to semiarid climates and to nomadic pasturing. …

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