Wild-caught pelts account for the majority of U.S. fur production, but ranch-farmed pelts are worth much more and account for a larger percentage of annual sales.
Today, the U.S. fur industry is divided into two segments: "wild caught" and "ranch farmed."
The most valuable mink fur comes from the American Mink, particularly the "DNA-verified" farmed varieties. Among these, the "Black" and "Sapphire" colors are highly sought after for their rich hues and luxurious texture. Additionally, the quality of the fur, including factors like density, softness, and sheen, significantly impacts its value in the luxury fashion market.
Fur. Rabbits are farmed and hunted for two things: meat (sometimes called poultry) and fur (sometimes called angora).
(Human OR people?) - animals can be used for food, used as pack animals, farmed for income and their fur/skin can be used to make clothing
While almost any animal with fur can be used to make outerwear, the most commonly farmed animals are minks and foxes. Lynxes, chinchillas, ermine, and badgers are also often used.
their fur is of great value
Around $500
Potlatch depended on the fur trade for its value in commerce
they valued fur for fur trade, and the valued free religion .
(Human OR people?) - animals can be used for food, used as pack animals, farmed for income and their fur/skin can be used to make clothing
chocolate does not get farmed
They are farmed as food.