Pucara Alpaca Stud is dedicated to educating prospective alpaca breeders about this fledgling but dynamic industry. There are many different levels at which you can get to know us at Pucara.

Meet us at exhibitions and shows

Pucara Alpaca Stud Farm Open Days

Informal farm visits by appointment

Purchase visit

Education days

Pucara have farmed alpaca since 1990 and if it were not for the support of its network and clients it could never have achieved the success that it has experienced. This is because Pucara Alpaca Stud services and treats its clients with the respect, honesty, and the integrity that they deserve. If you are contemplating buying alpaca Pucara's willingness to forge ahead and create opportunity will benefit you. If you select animals from Pucaras large sale list we will help you with the following:

Finance

Marketing and sales (Ask about our unique web-based     help for our clients.

Discount stud services

Access and priority to any new genetics on a discount     basis

Expert Vet support from a world leader, Dr Denis Ryan,     seven minutes away

Business, husbandry and fibre advice

Consultation on all alpaca matters

We understand without hesitation that we are only as strong as our clients. Click Here to contact us if you would like to talk about the industry and especially what we can offer you as a client. Alternatively for a chat ring on 03 52 633 436 You can access all our sales, service and agistment contracts.

Our Invitation To Join The Industry..

There has never been a better time to become involved in alpaca breeding. Prices are now far more discerning with entry available at all levels of quality. At the same time there are very real financial opportunities in an industry that has come of age, if you are prepared to treat the alpaca as any other successful business venture you might embark upon. Alpaca breeders now own organizations that design and manufacture alpaca product. The industry since its start back in the late 1980’s has matured immeasurably compared to other exotic livestock enterprises.

Prices..

The sale prices for alpaca have matured to a degree where there is a discerning "J curve" of purchasing cost. Older, lesser quality animals can be bought at far lower prices in comparison to the high quality, highly sought after show quality animals, that fetch high prices. In between, the average proven breeders who have Australian pedigree and recognised breeding lines are available at affordable prices that can give discerning buyers a very good base to start from. Price nearly always is a reflection of quality, but it pays to look and compare many animals before committing.

The National Association..

The administration of the industry is based on well managed democratic guidelines. The Australian Alpaca Association has regions in every state of Australia with a National Committee that is pledged to the well being of its members. Having some 1,700 members, the AAA runs it's own registry that records the pedigree of all animals registered in its files. The AAA also run a vibrant showing schedule that showcases the marvellous improvement breeders have made to the alpaca since first being imported.

Commercial Viability..

For so long alternative or exotic livestock industries in Australia , indeed worldwide, have failed from their inability to engage in the vertical integration of their product. Australian alpaca breeders have reversed that trend. Alpaca breeders now own and operate the Australian Alpaca Co-operative Ltd, an organization that purchases breeder members fibre and manufactures end product. The maturity with which the AA Co-op has treated the development of end product is outstanding. Alpaca fiber is known world wide as a luxurious fiber and Pucara as supporter of the Alpaca Co-op salute the development of alpaca fiber marketing in Australia.

There Are Still Only A Limited Number Of Alpacas In Australia ..(2003)

In 2003 there were just 40,000 alpacas in Australia . There were about 25,000 registered females. As a result the average alpaca herd in Australia is just 7-8 females!!! Please remember, there cannot be a population explosion! They have only one baby every 13-14 months on average ( gestation is 350 days). The suri alpaca represents an even better supply and demand ratio. With approx. 2000 plus in Australia , they are truly rare exotics that number only between 30,000 to 50,000 worldwide. They fetch a decided price premium because of their rarity.

Animal Management..

Alpacas really are more easily managed than a majority of commercial and exotic livestock. They are daylight birthers, are easily trained and transported, can be handled relatively easily, and do not require special fencing. They will even chase foxes out of the paddock. (See Alpaca Facts sheet)

The Intrinsic Appeal Of The Animal..

We warn you alpacas are addictive. Besides their enchanting looks alpaca really are easily managed livestock. They are the ideal animal for family involvement and offer comfortable returns from small acreages. If owners are preared to run their alpaca involvement like any business which costs tens of thousands of dollars to enter, they should find alpaca farming a satisfying and rewarding enterprise. This is where advice and help from experienced successful alpaca breeders like Pucara is invaluable.

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