Japanese Ambassador to South Africa, Toshiro Ozawa was the guest of honour at the 30^th Miyuki champion awards, which recognize excellence in mohair production in Port Elizabeth on Thursday night.

According to Kiyoshi Okumura, president of Miyuki Keori, 2010 marks the centennial year of international trade and co-operation between Japan and South Africa. The Miyuki Trophy, which recognizes excellence in mohair production, has been part of this trade history for 30 years.

“Without the mohair growers and the people involved in the mohair supply chain we could not have succeeded in our goal of delighting the consumers with South African mohair products,� said Okumura.

Finalists & winners:

Grand Champion: Billy Colborne and Sons

Reserve Grand Champion: Werner and GT Fereira from Snyberg

 

Champion Summer Clip: Barries Snijman from Vleikuil

Reserve Champion Summer Clip: Roy Heydenrych

 

Champion Winter Clip: Louw and Frans Retief

Reserve Champion Winter Clip: Charles Fitzhenry & Son