Key Market Indicators
Exports of Irish wool are forecast to reach $26 million by 2026, down 1% from $27.4 million in 2021. This follows a 2.3% decline year-on-year since 1997. In 2021, Ireland was 38th in the rankings, overtaken by Estonia with exports of $27.4 million. China, Italy and Germany were 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively. Imports of Irish wool are expected to hit $23.3 million by 2026, a 1.4% decrease from $25.2 million in 2021. This follows a 2.7% rise year-on-year since 1997. In 2021, Ireland was 43rd in the rankings, outranked by Estonia with imports of $25.2 million. Italy, Germany and the UK were 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively.
