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LocalFiber

Created for the purpose of bringing together the small-flock fiber producing community of the Finger Lakes and Central New York regions…

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LocalFiber

Our network connects regional farmers, makers, processors and other stakeholder who value locally produced, regenerative, natural textiles…

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LocalFiber

…with the specific goals of strengthening community, sharing knowledge and collectively identifying and addressing shared challenges.

Welcome to LocalFiber!

The Finger Lakes region of New York State is home to an amazing array of specialized animal breeds that grow amazing natural fibers. The farmers who raise these unique livestock are dedicated and hard-working, yet they often struggle to get proper recognition for their work or get a fair price for the quality natural fiber they produce. LocalFiber was founded to work on these problems by building a bridge between fiber farms, skillful regional artisans and makers, regional manufacturers and fiber services, and finally to buyers who enjoy local, regenerative, natural fiber and textiles.

Join us at the Wool Center at The 2026 New York State Fair

LocalFiber is collaborating with Empire Sheep Producers Association on the management and organization of activities at the 2026 New York State Fair Wool Center!

August 26 – September 7, 2026
10 AM – 7PM daily

• See sheep
• Daily fiber arts demonstrations
• Help create fiber art
• Learn a fiber arts skill
• Projects for kids
• Visit the Wool Shop and purchase fiber products
• Be inspired!

Download 2026 Wool Center Flyer

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“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much”

– Helen Keller