African Alpacas imported the foundation herd of 60 alpacas in Nov 2000. Since then over 230 alpacas have been specially imported from breeders in Australia and Chile for new breeders. Besides being the leading importer and breeder in S Africa, Gavin also started the SA Alpaca Breeders' Club, promulgated the Breed Standards and liaised with SA Stud Book for local alpaca registration.
Gavin has also arranged seminars and workshops and invited foreign experts to stimulate our fledgeling industry.
Agistment and stud services remain an important part of African Alpacas's business.
Services Offered by this Breeder
Agistment Services:
Yes Agisted animals are most welcome. A contract is offered for the service. The current rate is R225 plus VAT per month per adult alpaca.
Stud Services:
Yes Superior Chilean and Peruvian herdsires available. Each breeding comes with a live cria guarantee. Matings are preferrably on farm. Rates are from R3000 plus VAT.
Shearing Services:
Yes Breeders in my region are informed when the shearers do my herd. They are welcome to bring their animals to the farm at that time and have their fleeces classed, and sent for carding.
Backup/Support Services:
Yes Time is spent with each new purchaser/breeder that they grasp the basic animal husbandry required to keep alpacas. Photocopied literature and seminar notes are available to purchase. Advise is always available.
Runs Husbandry Courses:
Yes
Details of Importing:
Yes African Alpacas has imported from Chile and Australia. To increase national herd numbers and have a selection of quality animals available for sale, it is envisaged to continue importing as demand dictates.
Details of Importing:
Yes African Alpacas has imported from Chile and Australia. To increase national herd numbers and have a selection of quality animals available for sale, it is envisaged to continue importing as demand dictates.
Exporter:
Yes African Alpacas has exported to Swaziland, and handled enquiries from other neighbouring countries.