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The alpaca is one of four members of the camelid species of South America.

The alpaca business is multifaceted. Learn how others made their way to success.

Unless you're in the alpaca business as a hobby, generating animal sales is a priority. And creating sales requires marketing.

Learn more about the investment potential of alpacas.

Learn how the numerous tax advantages of alpaca ownership makes this business opportunity a very attractive one.

Good husbandry should be the first priority in an alpaca business. Included here are husbandry tips on topics including: alpaca vaccination, deworming your alpacas, alpaca shearing, and transporting alpacas, plus much more.

The value of alpaca fleece is the economic underpinning of the future alpaca market. Learn to breed for the best fiber, assess it,  prepare it, process it, and so much more.

Genetics and heredity are the basis of sound breeding decisions. Although there is still much that is unkown in alpaca genetics, advances are being made.

A Breed Standard defines a highly productive animal, and sets targets that encourage breeders to make good selection decisions.

So, you're ready to purchase your first alpacas? Find answers to the most common questions new breeders have and even answers to questions you didn't think to ask.

Information related to your alpacas' health and safety

Raising alpacas can be financially rewarding. But the lifestyle is rewarding in ways that goes beyond money.

Mother Nature evolved the alpaca to withstand harsh climates with poor forage. Although Alpacas do not require much, there are certain things you need to consider.

There are an unlimited number of creative things one can do with alpaca fiber. Not only is it valuable, it can be fun.

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