HOW HARD IS IT TO RAISE ALPACAS?
Compared to most types of livestock, alpacas are very easy to raise and maintain. They require small acreage for grazing and are very easy keepers. Alpacas are ruminants with three stomachs and very efficiently convert hay and grass to energy. Their basic care includes shearing, worming and vaccinations. They do require basic shelter to protect them from intense heat or extreme cold however these animals originate from the Andean Mountain ranges and are very hardy. HOW MUCH LAND DO I NEED TO RAISE ALPACAS? One acre of land can easily accommodate 6-10 animals. This makes alpacas the livestock of choice for individuals or families who have only a few acres and still want the pleasure and investment potential of raising alpacas. WHAT ABOUT THE MANURE? Alpacas manure is relatively easy to clean up. The herd will utilize one or two spots in the pasture as their waste area. Because alpacas digest their food efficiently the waste is small, but very rich in nutrients and can be used for lawn a
