We do sell the wool. We belong to a co-op that contracts with a buyer. The wool is weighed, baled and loaded on a semi. Most of the wool goes overseas and returns as product. With the renewed interest of made in the USA the American Sheep Producers did purchase a processor for raw wool. The majority of commercial flocks sell their wool. If I was to spin wool I would pick a different breed such as a merino. Different breeds have different wool qualities and meat qualities.
The wool shrinks because of the dryer heat. Lay flat and air dry just the way nature intended. :)