Summary
Michael Taylor, a sixth-generation farmer, manages his family farm 'Taylors Run' to produce superfine merino wool. Inspired by its unique qualities and significant role in fashion, he navigates challenges in sustainability and animal welfare, emphasising the importance of mentors and industry connections.
Michael's involvement in the Australian Ethical Merino Growers Cooperative connects farmers with global fashion brands. He integrates agroforestry on his farm, enhancing both the environment and livestock welfare. Michael stresses the need to educate consumers on merino wool's sustainability.
Efforts to restore natural capital on his farm follow mid-20th century ecosystem declines due to synthetic fertilizers. Michael believes in the potential for growth in Australia's wool industry and the importance of sharing sustainable farming stories.
Key Takeaways:
Connect with Michael:
Website: https://taylorsrun.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michael_pixture/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-taylor-a04840a/
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Credits:
Host: Vanessa Bell, Eco-Entrepreneur, Sustainability Advocate & Champion of Australian Merino Wool
Producer: Bogdan Bratis, Saspod Productions UK
Fashion To Farmer acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast, the Kamilaroi people of the Kamilaroi Nation in New South Wales, Australia. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. We further extend our respect to the people of the Biripi Nation on which we live and work.
