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Starshire Ranch | Washington

Starshire Ranch began with Merino and Targhee sheep. As a spinner and knitter and exploring new fiber we soon added alpacas. ... Read More...

M&M Alpaca Farm of NC | North Carolina

M&M Alpaca Farm of North Carolina is a family owned and operated farm in Pittsboro, NC. … Read More...

NorTex Alpacas, LLC | Texas

Our goal is to build a herd that will reliably produce award winning offspring; our philosophy is “Quality and Clients First.” … Read More...

Classic Alpaca | Wholesale

Classic Alpaca employs over 80 women in two production facilities to meet our customers’ requirements for quality and style. ... Read More...

Stellar Alpacas LLC | Washington

Tina and Gvido started in the Alpaca breeding business in 2010 with 3 pregnant females and a cria at foot. Read More...

Hobby Horse Farm | Ohio

We are Shauna Brummet and Jeffrey Skinner, founders, owners and operators of Hobby Horse Farm Alpacas, located in Wadsworth, Ohio, raising full Peruvian Huacaya alpacas for 19 years. … Read More...

Tierra Prometida Alpacas | Texas

I LOVE the alpaca industry! Over the past 15 years my family has had the opportunity to grow up learning to nurture these amazing animals. … Read More...

Greenbriar Farm — MAM Consulting Associates, Inc | Wisconsin

Participation in developing a true black line of huacaya, the alpaca community, alpaca shows, sharing our farm, alpacas and our lifestyle, processing fleece into products, … Read More...

Morgan's Fortunato Farm | West Virginia

The priority at Morgan’s Fortunato Farm has always been on quality, above all else, and on exceptional genetics. … Read More...

Eagle Bend Alpacas LLC | Kentucky

In an attempt to make our 52 acre historic farm site profitable, we entered the alpaca industry. ... Read More...

Kendall Creek Farms Alpacas | Pennsylvania

Ah, the summer of 1997, we will never forget the first time that we gazed with curiosity at an alpaca. … Read More...

Skyfiber Ranch, LLC | Virginia

Our purpose is to produce superb breeding and show quality alpacas from exceptional and diverse genetic lines. Read More...

Arizona Alpacas | Arizona

Noreen focuses on breeding well-conformed, healthy alpacas that have excellent coverage, fineness, density, and crimp. … Read More...

Snow Diamond Alpacas | Oregon

As quality-oriented breeders, we produce exceptional alpacas that, in turn, produce elite fleece and progeny with high breeding value. … Read More...

Spring Grove Alpaca Ranch | Pennsylvania

Who would've thought we'd be here where we are now? ... Read More...

Alpaca Country Estates | Oregon

Visit our picturesque ranch in Terrebonne, Oregon, where we strive for a green planet, design alpaca products, and have top-line alpacas of every color! … Read More...

Irish Meadows Alpaca Farm | Iowa

The recipe for our success? Start with an outstanding foundation herd, and add excellent customer service. … Read More...

Hasselbring's Harmony Ranch | Missouri

The sight of a full fleeced Suri running in the field is simply breathtaking. They are living art. ... Read More...

West Penn Alpacas | Pennsylvannia

Mike and Debbie Vigus of West Penn Alpacas warmly invite you to visit their farm nestled on 57 acres in the rolling hills of southwestern Pennsylvania. … Read More...

Foster's Trail & Alpaca Farm | Tennessee

After moving to a rural property to get away from growth, traffic and urban sprawl, we wanted to start a business on our land that would be profitable and enjoyable. … Read More...

Peruvian Link Co. | Wholesale

Peruvian Link Co. was established in 1997 to bring to you one of the world's finest fibers. Alpaca is used to make many of our gorgeous high-quality Alpaca garments. … Read More...

Long Acres Alpaca Farm | Pennsylvania

We believe that before you decide on buying an alpaca from us, you need to have a workable business plan and have a solid foundation in herd management. … Read More...

Our Little World Alpacas LLC | Ohio

Our Little World Alpacas is a small farm that offers affordable agisting, promotes agritourism, and support before and after any sales. Give us a call! … Read More...

Triple Diamonds Alpaca Ranch | Michigan

With over 10 years of experience in the Alpaca industry, Triple Diamonds Alpaca Ranch can be considered one of the leading alpaca ranches in the Midwest. … Read More...

Long Hollow Suri Alpacas/New Era Fiber | Tennessee

It all started because my poor husband spent hours and hours mowing our five acre tract. We just had to do something! Then we saw a piece on Animal Planet about alpacas. … Read More...

Midnight Moon @ R&R Suris | Illinois

A love of working with suri alpacas and creating an eco-friendly environment are just two reasons behind the collaboration of The Midnight Moon Alpaca Ranch and R&R Suris. Our slogan says it all…SMALL FARMS—BIG GENETICS! Read More...

Alpacas at Marquam Hill Ranch | Oregon

Ten years ago, I saw a huggable white baby alpaca in the newspaper advertising, an alpaca show that weekend. … Read More...

Shalimar Alpacas | New York

Shalimar Alpacas joins a passion for fiber with a passion for breeding beautiful, high quality alpacas. … Read More...

Xanadu Farm Alpacas | Colorado

20 years ago I decided to retire from my successful law practice and to choose an entirely different second career. ... Read More...

Applewood Lane Alpacas | Wisconsin

Check out our champion breeding stock, shop in our small gift shop, or take spinning lessons using roving from our own herd at Applewood Lane Alpacas! … Read More...

Red Granite Ranch | Colorado

From the very beginning we began making purchases and breeding decisions that would allow us to build a herd of elite alpacas. … Read More...

Liberty Alpacas | Washington

Liberty Alpacas started raising alpacas in 2007 and we haven't looked back! We jumped right in, became very involved in showing our first season, and joined our local association. … Read More...

Wild Hair Alpacas LLC | Colorado

We were looking for a semi-retirement business and discovered alpacas. ... Read More...

Skyline Alpacas | Oregon

As both a weaver and knitter, fiber and textiles have been a part of my life for over 30 years. The search for quality yarns drew me to an interest in raising fiber-producing animals. … Read More...

Cas-Cad-Nac Farm, LLC | Vermont

We started Cas-Cad-Nac Farm some 16 years ago at the same time that we were starting our family. … Read More...

Walnut Knoll Farm, LLC | Georgia

Walnut Knoll Farm started as an alpaca farm with two huacayas. Our herd has grown along with our two other businesses; The Alpaca Bean Coffee Company and The Southern Alpaca Connection. … Read More...

Amber Autumn Alpacas | Oregon

Our world-class collection of alpacas is the result of our belief that the future of the alpaca industry lies in the acquisition of the world’s finest genetics. … Read More...

Healing Springs Suris LLC | Oklahoma

When I started looking at alpaca fiber and ALL the benefits I discovered the Suri alpaca and fell in love. … Read More...

Chimera Ranch | Colorado

Chimera Ranch is a full service, family owned alpaca farm headquartered in Bennett, Colorado. ... Read More...

Acadiana Alpacas, LLC | Georgia

If grey is your passion, talk to Acadiana Alpacas! … Read More...

Big Timber Alpacas, LLC | Oregon

We saw our first alpacas and their fine, luxurious fiber at an Oregon fiber festival and, after researching the industry, launched our business venture. … Read More...
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Using Agritourism To Boost Your Bottomline
Jan 19 - 19, 2019
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All About Raising Alpacas: Starting 2019 with a Growth Mindset
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AlpacaGram 5.86

AlpacaGram 5.86 | AOA Holiday Schedule

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There is still time to get your registrations and transfers in before the new year!

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AlpacaGram 5.85

AlpacaGram 5.85 | Antimicrobial Properties of Raw Alpaca Fiber

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Fiber and Fiber Products Committee (FiberCom) recently commissioned a study to test the antimicrobial properties of raw alpaca fiber.

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Ready, Set, Show!
February 7, 2018
Time for show season to get into full swing

The 2018 show season begins this weekend and it will be a wonderful spring to see a show while learning about alpacas and alpaca products.

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Member Experience dealing with FMCSA
January 11, 2018
Walking through the Process from a Member's Perspective

Many members have been discussing the ELD mandate on social media and contacting our office for updates. We are working with FMCSA and DOT to get more solid information and will be sharing with our members in the coming days. Meanwhile, some members have been sharing their experiences of working through the process and we will be sharing their experiences. Today's guest blog comes from Jennifer Hack with Triple H Ranch in Colorado.

Stay tuned for more updates and member experiences.

Reminder: This is for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide legal advice. You should consult your attorney for advice specific to your circumstances.

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