2023 Boreray Fleece from Rae
This fleece is no longer available but we may have other Boreray fleeces available.
Description
This is a nice creamy-white Boreray fleece. It is real actively soft and has attractive wavy tips. The fleece is holding together in one piece and is lightly cotted on the neck and spine.
ID
#594
Breed
Colour
White
Staple
12-20cm
Weight
890g
Collected
June 2023
Method
Sheared
State
One Piece
Skirted
Yes
Cotting
Slightly (see notes)
Marks
No paint / spray marks
Chemicals
Never Treated
Condition
Raw
V.M.
There is a moderate amount of VM
Notes
There are small areas which are cotted. There is also some new growth at the base.
About the Sheep
Name
Rae
Description
Rae is a Boreray ewe who was born at Marlfield Farm in 2020. She's a fine example of the Boreray breed and is the last of a particularly special blood line in our flock. Here she is in 2020 as a lamb.
Breed
Sex
Female
Born
2020
Age
Approx. 4 years old