Information on Wool
Factsheets on American Wool– including wool history, wool qualities, processing, and more
Experience Wool Brochure– showcasing the benefits of wool
American Wool Brochure– learn about the characteristics of American wool and where it goes
Certified Wool Programs
American Wool Assurance Program– a program where wool growers can show their dedication to sheep care
Certified Wool Programs– certification programs for growers and shearers

Preparing & Classing Wool
Preparation Steps for Wool Quality Improvement– simple steps to maximize the value of wool
Code of Practice for Preparation of Wool Clips booklet– a guide to preparing and sorting wool
Upcoming Wool Classing and Handling Schools can be found on the ASI Calendar
Wool Classer Program– information on becoming a Wool Classer
Wool Contamination Information– informational brochure
Poly Contamination Information– informational brochure

Shearing
Preparing for Shearing – a list of steps to prepare for shearing, printable 8.5″x14″ trifold brochure
Certified Shearer Declaration and Checklist– become a Certified Shearer
Learning to Shear
- Shearing Schools can be found on the ASI Calendar
- Shearing Guide
- Shearing Guide & Videos USB
- Shearing Pattern Poster
- Developing Shearer & Mentor Grant– Applications for the 2023 grant have closed and participants have been selected.
Packing & Labeling
Packaging Wool– informational brochure
Labeling Wool– informational brochure
Wool Bale Press Record– records can also be purchased at www.sheepusa.org/product/wool-press-record

Wool Testing
Commercial Testing – The Bill Sims Wool and Mohair Research Laboratory in Texas is now accepting commercial core samples for testing. Samples may also be sent to the New Zealand Wool Testing Authority (NZWTA).
Individual Fleece Testing – please find a full list of wool testing laboratories in the U.S. below.
- Testing Wool with the OFDA2000– information for individual fleece tests
- Testing Wool with the FibreLux Micronmeter– information for individual fleece tests
Wool Testing Laboratories in the U.S.
New Zealand Wool Testing Authority

Wool Market & Prices
Current Markets & Prices
- Weekly Market Summary
- Spring 2023 Wool Market Update
- ASI Wool Market Report and Calculator App– for Android phones
- ASI Wool Market Report and Calculator App– for iPhones
Pricing Wool– informational brochure
USDA Loan Deficiency Payments (LDPs)– growers are encouraged to utilize LDP payments

Specialty Markets
How To Shear Sheep & Why It’s Important– video by the Livestock Conservancy
Producing Wool for Specialty Markets– ASI webinar
Preparing and Selling for Specialty Markets– ASI webinar

Pelts
The American Lambskin Advantage– brochure on U.S. lambskins
Lambskin Medical Pads– informational brochure
USDA Loan Deficiency Payments (LDPs)– Unshorn lamb pelts are eligible for USDA LDP payments