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UK wool industry hopes?
While New Zealand's wool is primarily for textiles, the UK also has a significant wool industry, mainly for carpets and insulation. Increased global demand for natural fibres could potentially boost prices for British wool too, offering a much-needed lift to UK sheep farmers who have faced similar price struggles.
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