Other than providing yarn that is 55% warmer than 100% merino wool and 35% warmer than 100% cashmere as well as being significantly more durable and softer to touch, Zealana Yarns also have a positive impact on the environment.
Through the introduction of the non-native brushtail possum population in the 19th century, the species has reached staggering proportions largely due to the lack of natural predators that would otherwise maintain an ecological balance. This has had extremely damaging impacts on New Zealand’s native flora and fauna. Thus, Zealana is committed to the responsible management of the brushtail possum in New Zealand, and when you choose our luxury knitting yarns, you are choosing to be a part of our sustainability story.