@ranchingtraditionfiber: The capacity of these mills varied greatly. Smaller mills could handle several thousand pounds of wool annually, while larger mills processed upwards of 500,000 pounds of wool each year. Equipped with advanced machinery for that time, larger mills could efficiently produce a variety of wool products, including yarn, fabric, and finished items for both local and national markets. Workers were deeply involved in every stage of production, from sorting and washing raw wool to spinning and weaving. This hands-on involvement ensured high-quality outputs and built camaraderie among workers, many of whom were generationally tied to the industry. Technological advancements during this era, like electric power and improved machinery, allowed mills to increase production efficiency significantly. In fact, production levels rose by an estimated 30% due to these innovations. Despite this growth, the industry faced emerging competition from synthetic fibers, which began to encroach on traditional wool’s market share. #sheep #wool #woolmill #fiberartistsoftiktok #yarntok

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