VICTORIAN wool classer Charlotte Cuming has jetted off to Milan Italy as part of a Reda ‘From Sheep to Shop‘ internship. The 22 year-old is not sure where the trip will lead her in her wool journey, but she said it will be a good chance to understand the entire supply chain. Andrew Blanch from Renewable Fibres said the internship is a 3-4 month immersion into the world of the high-end wool fabric and products manufacturer, Reda, situated in Valdilana (near Biella), northern Italy. Selected interns from South Africa and New Zealand will join Charlotte in Italy. As a Marcus Oldham College graduate, Charlotte said she has a keen interest in marketing. “Growing up in a family of wool growers, I have always recognised the importance of Australian Merino wool to both heritage and its future in global markets.” This early connection inspired her to pursue a Bachelor of Agriculture at Marcus Oldham college. In recognition of her commitment to the wool industry, Charlotte has also received ...