Historical publications dating back to 1936 that examine U.S. and world production, consumption, trade, stocks, and prices for cotton, wool, other fibers, and textiles. This is a supplement to Cotton and Wool Outlook.

This archived report does not contain recent information or data. The report reviews the economic trends in the U.S. sheep industry through 2002. It chronicles significant historical and economic developments in the industry from both market and policy perspectives and cites prospects for the industry's survival. Issues related to both sheep meat and wool production are covered. Last published January 2004.

Agricultural Outlook (AO) ceased publication in December 2002. A new magazine, AmberWaves, replaced Agricultural Outlook, FoodReview, and Rural America in February 2003. This archive contains AO publications covering commodity markets and trade, farm policy, and other food- and agriculture-related topics. Each release includes data on individual commodities, farm income, the general economy, agricultural trade, and related issues.

Commodity and trade outlook data and information continue to be available on the ERS website. Additional commodity- or topic-specific information may be found in ERS Briefing Rooms.

This publication was published between 1942 and 1946. Included in each release is data on the number of livestock produced, slaughtered and sold, and the production and prices of wool. Relevant government actions, such as changes to inspection of certification, are also noted.

This publication reported on the wool prices in domestic and foreign markets from 1930 to 1936. Principal world markets are identified in each release and the import and export quantities are noted. Supplies and consumption trends are noted.