Newly Elected Board Member for British Wool’s Scottish Region

Rosie Keenan from Strathnaver, Sutherland has been elected as British Wool’s Scottish Northern Regional Board Member for a three-year term, beginning on 1 April. 

Rosie runs a flock of Cheviot ewes and Belted Galloway Cows with her partner at their Croft and is the current Wool Handling World Champion.  Rosie’s goal is to support and strengthen the relationship between British Wool and its Farmer Members and educate the importance of wool as an environmentally friendly fibre.

On notification of the election results, Rosie said: “I am delighted to be elected to represent the Scottish Northern members and thank everyone who voted for their support. As a passionate advocate for the wool industry, I look forward to using my knowledge and experience to provide sheep farmers with a strong voice and representation on the Board of British Wool.”