40. Would you Stop Wearing Wool?

Put your thoughts into the mix PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) has been calling on the fashion industry to ditch wool, with protesters even crashing New York Fashion Week. But is wool inherently cruel, or is there a difference between animal abuse and sheep being shorn for their fleece? PETA has released footage of sheep being mistreated during shearing, but we hear from contributors from England Shearing and the National Sheep Association who describe the skill and training involved in shearing and the commitment to animal welfare.  Can certification schemes hold shearers to account? What would happen to sheep if we stopped using wool? Are alternatives to wool really any better for the environment? Plus, are Easycare sheep like those seen on Clarkson's Farm the answer? The Jury's Out details Charlotte's obsession with neighbours (the farming ones, not the TV show!) As always, let us know what you think, and a big thank you to our sponsors, Kirkby Tyres and BKT, for supporting the Wilson & Ashley Podcast. Join our **Listener Community**: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1110531760649475/ If you’ve got a story, an opinion, or an idea for an episode… Send us a DM or drop us a voice note — we want to include your thoughts in our conversation.  Subscribe now and let’s get into it! @wilsonandashley @rebeccawilsonfarming @charlotteashleyfarm *Powered by Ridgeline Clothing* Whilst we endeavour to research podcast topics to the best of our ability, we cannot guarantee the accuracy and completeness of all conversations and as such, the podcast does not constitute professional advice.