https://farms.alpacabreeders.orgExcellence Leading the New Generationhttps://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1570Fri, 31 May 2024 01:28:34 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1673<p><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Part 1: Why This Parasite Doesn't Behave Like the Others</strong></span></p> <p>Coccidia is one of the parasitic topics that causes confustion because most people picture all parasites the same way: Something living in the gut, stealing nutrients, and easily handled with a routine dewormer. But, coccidia is different. And in alpacas -- espcially crias, it can be one of the most misunderstood and ec...Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:36:59 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1530Data is the best way to introduce any type of animal in the livestock industry, and we will gladly present the data behind this incredible male. Between his incredible fleece and EPD stats, impressive show record, and now even more jaw-dropping progeny record, it can go without saying that this is one hell of a male and we really shouldn’t be letting him go so early, but here we are. We proudly offer Red Granites Alydar By Val D Lsere at the 2023 Futurity Auction in April as Lot #7… The m...Mon, 13 Mar 2023 02:54:18 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1672<p><strong>Introduction</strong></p> <p>Reproductive efficiency is one of the most important factors in building a succesfus alpaca breeding progra. Yet alpaca reproduction is still oftern misunderstood, leading to poorly timed breedings (breeding multiple times in a week without a consultation with a vet), and lower-than-expected pregnancy rates. Unlike animals with defined heat cylces, alpacas operate on a system of continuous follicle development and induced ovu...Wed, 07 Jan 2026 03:54:14 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1592Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:14:15 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1591It's summertime here in Colorado which means that everyone is calling, texting, and emailing us about when they can come a visit these fuzzy creatures! Along with those calls, texts, and emails comes a lot of questions about raising alpacas, and how they can start whether that be breeding for fiber or raising seed-stock, show winning alpacas. In just 2022 alone before we sheared our alpacas (end of May) we have sold over 20 alpacas, some of which have gone to brand new alpaca owners and the o...Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:12:36 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1590Selecting Herdsires is easily one of the most rewarding aspects of breeding any type of livestock animal -- but it can also make or break an entire generation at your farm. Choosing the right herdsire can take your herd to the next level instantly, and choosing the wrong one can send you in a downward spiral very fast. Here are some things to consider before you start throwing your money at males. Program Breeding Goal: What is your breeding goal? Color? Fineness? Staple Length? Less guard h...Tue, 24 Dec 2024 04:08:09 +0000https://farms.alpacabreeders.org/article-list/1565<p><strong>Alpaca Meat: Nuturtion, History, and Resonable Stewardship.</strong></p> <hr /> <p>Alpaca meat is widely recognized as one of the healthiest, most sustainable, and most flavorful red meats in the world. Long valued in South America for its nutritional density and versatility, alpaca meat represents a thoughtful balance between tradition, science, and responsible animal husbandry.</p> <p>Alpacas belong to the Camelidae family and posse...Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:36:43 +0000