Which Country is Called “Land of Golden Fleece” and Why?

Australia is called land of golden fleece. As Australia is the biggest wool producer in the world so it is known as Land of Golden Fleece. In 2008, Australian wool accounted for 21% of the world production. In, 2011, the wool production was 350 million kg. In this country, people raise sheep for meat and whool purposes. Australia is also known as Island continent of the world.