It was the first tour through the new wool store with the business moving premises to a new location at Bomen.

Fox & Lillie Rural, Wagga wool buying manager, Daniel Charters said the major reason for the move was to keep up with the growing operations of the business.

The store tour gave wool producers the opportunity to learn about the complete process which takes place once wool leaves the farm right up until it is shipped out.

"It really stood out at the conference that there was particular attention and support offered by MerinoLink to encourage up-and-coming producers which was fantastic to see," Mr Charters said.

"Overall, we were really impressed with the conference and how well-organised it was and we look forward to being involved in the future."

Wool grower Michael Field from TA Field Estates said he was pleased to be able to show grower members what happens when wool leaves the farm and arrives at the wool store.

"The tour also highlighted the need for good wool preparation and accurate paperwork", which improves the efficiencies in store to process wool faster for sale," he said.

Fox & Lillie Rural Wagga store brokerage manager Jeff Angel said the tour was engaging.

"Many of the attendees hadn't had the opportunity to explore a wool store before and learn about the processes involved from when wool leaves the shearing shed, right up until post-sale when the wool is shipped out," he said.

The new store will improve on the current service offerings who pride themselves on a quick turnaround from shed to the auction, tender services, private trade and store door buying services with prompt payment and on-farm pickup service.

The company has a big focus on employing young people to ensure the transfer of knowledge and skills passed down to younger generations who are coming up through the industry which was a value that clearly shared with MerinoLink.

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