Why Keep Alpacas?
Alpacas enable owners with small acreages the ability to diversify and earn income from their land and animals.
Alongside a very sophisticated breeding industry, a vibrant marketplace for alpaca fibre is growing. Attracted by the softness of the fine yarns and the abundance of shades in natural undyed colours, the modern world is embracing alpaca with a passion.
- Alpaca trekking is an increasingly popular activity along with alpaca experiences that allow the public to get to know these lovely animals.
- Alpacas make really good pets, flock guards, therapy animals, tourist attractions and are great paddock ‘mowers’.