The wool industry reached its peak between 1820 and 1840, though farmers continued to raise sheep until the 20th century.
McCaughey was also an important force in the development of the wool industry.
But as the wool industry grew, so did the number and influence of shearers.
By this time, business for Spark had increased (especially in the wool industry), and continued to increase over the next few years.
For services to wool industry, trade, education and the community.
During the 1860s Daniel was involved with promoting the state's wool industry.
Agriculture, particularly the wool industry, is important throughout the highlands.
With the wool industry, it is thought there would also have been:
The wool industry took off in the 16th century due, in part, to the river.
In the 18th century, the wool industry (home-based) became an important economic factor.