We utilize the most advanced breeding/fibre production technologies available, this includes SRS® and AGE – Across-herd Genetic Evaluation for alpaca. This combined with visual measurements and detailed herd analysis, including shearing, nutrition, reproduction & health management is enabling us to fine tune selection and achieve rapid improvement. We use registered pedigree animals in our breeding programs.
Our breeding program selects for:
A. Fleece
• Skin density for alpacas over 60 follicles per mm2
• Silky soft and lustrous with minimal guard hair, high secondary to primary follicle ratios
• Fine low micron with no blowout as animal ages
• Long thin matchstick sized staples
• Deep bold crimp
Benefits = longevity of production, high fleece weights
and greater comfort for wearer of wool.
B. Frame and Breeding Attributes
• Strong, straight and deep bodied
• Good cria and foal growth rates
• Clean faced alpacas
• Good mothering ability with high yield of quality milk.
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Benefits = robust health, higher production, easier shearing and healthier cria and foals
C. Temperament
• Gentle and calm temperaments
• Easy to handle for all human interaction including toe nail/hoof trimming, routine husbandry needs, halter training
Benefits = easy to handle and greater productivity
Breeding structurally sound commercially productive alpaca with superior performing fleece.
