Organic Natural Alpaca Fiber Production, Breeding and Genetics

We are pleased to have Rob Long back on Mar 28, 2015 where we will be diving deeper into Organic Alpaca Fiber Production, Breeding & Genetics. Join us for a fun day on the farm learning how to maximize your herd’s potential!

Topic Outline:

Part 1 – Alpaca Fiber production, breeding philosophy, choosing a breeding identity.

Part 2 – “What to look for” – herd tour with alpaca breeding discussion; weather permitting.

Part 3 – Multi-generational breeding objectives, genetics, production improvements, branding your farm, building your future, strategic decision making.

 

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presented by Rob Long

Date/Time
Rescheduled to:
March 28, 2015
11 am – 4:30 pm

Location:
Alpacas of Troy Farm
555 S Ridge Road
Troy, MO 63379

You’re an alpaca farmer. You’re in the business of producing organic natural fibers, and maybe even breeding the next generation of alpacas that will be producing these beautiful organic natural fibers. Are you fine with the quality of your herd, or do you want to improve it?

Whether you’re a breeder or you collect geldings for fiber production, you need to understand “how” the livestock you’re buying are “made” and why you’re buying them in terms of your business objectives. As a matter of fact, it’s incumbent upon you to support responsible breeders and reinforce responsible breeding practices. Why? That protects and improves your investment! The more people that practice responsible breeding and responsible buying, the more valuable the average alpaca in the United States’ herd becomes.

Learn responsible breeding practices. Learn “how to buy” alpacas and alpaca breedings. Understand not just what to do, but why you are doing it in the long term. Improve your herd over time. Learn tips that reinforce the economic value and health of your herd. Learn tips that help your farm become distinctive and attractive to buyers of both fibers and livestock. Strengthen the U.S. organic natural fibers industry, gain a good reputation in the business, and stamp your personal mark on the future of your favorite breed!

Note: this is an interactive seminar – we will jump from topic to topic with each segment lasting an hour or more – there is no firm schedule.