On April 28th, 2026, the Sustainable Fibre Alliance (SFA), in collaboration with the Mongolian Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Light Industry (MoFALI), the ADAPT Project, and partners including the national “White Gold” programme, co-organised the consultative meeting entitled “Supply and Value Chains of Wool, Cashmere, and Leather” in Ulaanbaatar.
The wool, cashmere and leather sector remains one of the most important pillars of Mongolia’s agricultural economy, supporting rural livelihoods, herding communities, and national production systems. As global demand continues to grow for traceable, responsibly sourced, and climate-resilient raw materials, strengthening sustainable supply and value chains has become increasingly important.
The meeting brought together around 100 representatives from government institutions, international organisations, researchers, private sector actors, processing industries, and herders and cooperatives from the ADAPT Project’s target provinces of Khovd, Zavkhan, Dornod, and Sukhbaatar in Mongolia. The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration across the sector, improving policy and implementation linkages, enhancing competitiveness, and increasing the value of livestock-derived raw materials.
As a co-organiser, the SFA contributed its expertise in sustainable cashmere production, responsible sourcing, and herder-centred value chain development. Particular attention was given to strengthening the climate resilience of herders and cooperatives, while improving raw material quality, traceability, certification systems, and compliance with international market standards.
The consultative meeting also served as a platform to exchange experiences and practical solutions related to pastureland management, sustainable livestock production, and climate adaptation. Participants discussed sectoral development trends, export opportunities, and evolving international market requirements, alongside research findings on the role and contributions of herders and cooperatives within value chains.
Through open dialogue and panel discussions, stakeholders identified opportunities to strengthen partnerships and coordination across all levels of the sector, while developing recommendations aimed at improving the quality, sustainability, and global competitiveness of Mongolian wool, cashmere, and leather products.
The SFA remains committed to supporting collaborative initiatives that promote sustainable livelihoods, healthy rangelands, animal welfare, and resilient supply chains across Mongolia’s pastoral communities. Click here to view a highlight video from the consultation meeting on our SFA Facebook page.
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Translated by Tamir Bud
SFA COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
13 May 2026
Originally posted on 28 April 2026: https://sustainablefibre.mn/ноос-ноолуур-арьс-ширний-ханган-нийлү/