Hand-held tool to measure micron

Groundbreaking Australian-based technology is reshaping the way New Zealand merino growers will, in real-time, provide micron testing at shearing, as well as prove its provenance to the end consumer.

“Imagine if we can market garments in vintages like a great wine - knowing the variety and the climatic conditions it’s been grown on … then you’ve got a point of di erence.” CRAIG SMITH Devold NZ General Manager

Words SARAH PERRIAM-LAMPP
BUSINESS


Being able to test micron in the woolshed, as soon as it comes off the sheep, could be a gamechanger for the merino industry in this country. And all you need is a smartphone. Originally developed in partnership with German research and development...

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