Alpaca Association in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory | Agricultural cooperative

Alpaca Association

Locality: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Address: 95 Northbourne Ave 2612 Canberra, ACT, Australia

Website: http://www.qld.alpaca.asn.au/

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24.01.2022 Look out for the next publication

23.01.2022 What would happen if an outbreak of foot and mouth disease put our livestock industries at risk? And given the daily ongoing breaches that occur at our airports..., anything is possible. Australias agriculture industry is prepared to handle a wide range of animal disease outbreaks, thanks to our planning and preparations: https://bit.ly/2XJoBh4

23.01.2022 With shearing underway in some areas, have you decided what you are going to do with your fleece? Hopefully you will keep a few aside for the #2020fleecechall...enge! If you are wondering who to contact about buying your prepared fleece, or where to send it for processing, the AAA website has some helpful information about how to prepare your fleece (Guidelines for Shearing Shed Set-up and Fleece Preparation) along with a fleece buyers and processor directory - https://alpaca.asn.au//shearing-a/fleece-buyer-processors/ #shearing2020#AlpacaFibre

23.01.2022 #FocusOnFibre #Alpaca #AustralianAlpaca #Tops #FibreProcessing

21.01.2022 Thank you to our volunteers The AAA cannot run without our amazing volunteers. Whether you sit on a regional committee, a board committee, a youth group, a jud...ge or youth judge, you convene a show, you volunteer at a show in any capacity, you help out in the office, you contribute to a newsletter or our website, you mentor our youth, you are one of our Directors, or contribute in another way to making the AAA amazing - THANK YOU! See more

21.01.2022 AAA website banner advertising now open as a super special for the first 3 advertisers - only $330 for 3 months (down from $660) or $550 for 6 months (down from... $1100). We also have newsletter sponsor advertising available ($110/month) Get in quickly for this special deal! [email protected] See more

21.01.2022 Animal Movement Educational Video Points to remember - Communication and Teamwork between handlers is important - Reduce stress of the animal by drafting them e...fficiently and not forcing them to run for long periods of time - Always remember to close/lock the gate Enjoy

19.01.2022 You can purchase your tickets in the link below

19.01.2022 The Australian paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus) is endemic along the east coast of Australia and is responsible for thousands of livestock deaths each year an...d, regrettably, the alpaca is no exception. The ‘tick season’ varies from one region to another and may start as early as June/July but in some areas has been known to be active all year round. AAA has a great Alpaca Advice sheet on ticks in the member's area of the website #AustralianAlpaca #LearnOnWednesday #ticks See more

18.01.2022 A MUST read for all ALPACA breeders.

18.01.2022 Now all those fleeces have either come off or are coming off soon - dont forget to enter them in the 2020 National Fleece Show - details below!

18.01.2022 Following wet weather ticks can become a problem in our region. Early vet intervention in cases of paralysis tick will usually result in a positive outcome, so ...monitor your herd for changes in behaviour (sitting for long periods, reluctance to get up). If you suspect paralysis tick, contact your vet and arrange an urgent consultation. See more

18.01.2022 #FocusOnFibre #AlpacaFibre #AustralianAlpaca #Skirting #PreClassing

17.01.2022 #FocusOnFibre #AustralianAlpaca #Alpaca #Dyeing

17.01.2022 #MemberBenefotMonday #AustralianAlpaca Investment in research and development, herd health, and genetic advancement programs, translating the findings into tangible outcomes and processes for our members.

16.01.2022 Did you know that you can list your alpacas for sale on eAlpaca? You can search for animals for sale too - you can search by colour, colour type, location, bree...d and sex. Log in and check out the animals in your area - you may pick up the perfect animal to suit your herd! #AustralianAlpaca https://www.ealpaca.com.au/listings/search_sale See more

16.01.2022 #BiosecurityBites #AustralianAlpaca Bringing livestock, feed, bedding, fertilisers and chemicals onto your farm is the most common way of unintentionally introd...ucing harmful and costly diseases, pests or weeds to your farming operation. Thats why its important to monitor all of your farm inputs to reduce potential threats. Best practice is to inspect all inputs prior to purchase/ recieival. (e.g. Check animal health statement and NVD before making a purchasing decision.) See more

15.01.2022 AAA AGM - AAA members can register at https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_uVCy6MT3TqavFvnxAtR2jA

14.01.2022 #ShowUsYourCreations What are you doing with your alpaca products in September? Are you #weaving #crocheting #spinning #knitting #cooking #felting Share some ...pictures here (no sales please) #usemorealpaca #knitmore #crochetmore #spinmore #AlpacaFibre #AustralianAlpaca #AlpacaPeople picture - https://theknittingspace.com/alpaca-knitted-lace-poncho/ See more

13.01.2022 Some great tips

13.01.2022 Meet Your Committee - Anne Vander Hoeven I am on the Capricorn coast area. I have a few of the Suri alpacas, have only had them a few years. I also use their fiber for making items. My alpaca are my pride and joy.... I have been to a couple of workshops, I find they are very educational. I am one of your Queensland committee member and keen on supporting central Queensland members, activities and events. I am new to being a alpaca committee member and look forward to your input and comments so I can better represent members needs and ideas. Please let me know what you would like from the Queensland branch of the Alpaca association? See more

12.01.2022 #FocusOnFibre #AlpacaFibre #AustralianAlpaca #Huacaya Huacaya fibre is characterised by its distinct crimp and staple definition

11.01.2022 AGM this Saturday 25th September at 1pm via Zoom/Phone. Let us know if you wish to be sent a link for Zoom or Phone.

11.01.2022 Toenails Alpacas have soft padded feet with two toenails on each foot and a soft leathery pad. Alpaca’s toenails require trimming two to three times a year. However, nails will grow at different rates on different animals so should be monitored on a regular basis. Nails left unattended can twist and deform the foot and cause lameness. Neglected toenails may also cause infection under the nail. (photo credit Fiona Vanderbeek)

09.01.2022 #BiosecurityBites #AustralianAlpaca The best defence against pests and diseases which threaten your Alpacas is to implement sound biosecurity practices on your farm. Quick and simple measures built into everyday practice will help protect your farm and your future.

09.01.2022 Despite our disappointment that there will be no National Show in 2020, there is a bright spot on the horizon. The AAA will be holding a National Fleece Challenge! For more information, see the AAA website - https://alpaca.asn.au//news/aaa-national-fleece-challenge/

09.01.2022 Do you want to be involved in ensuring that the AAA delivers value to members? The AAA is seeking EOIs for the Member Services Committee. See the website for more info #AustralianAlpaca Run, dont walk to find out more https://alpaca.asn.au//expressions-of-interest-for-memebr/

07.01.2022 QLD AAA are seeking expressions of interest for a willing team to coordinate the Agrotrend Alpaca Show April 30 - May 1st 2021 please contact your president Geoff Coutts-Smith to register your interest

07.01.2022 Still searching for a shearer for this season? The AAA has a shearer business directory on the website - kutt.it/mBNrdD [if you know of someone who isnt on t...he list but needs to be, get them to contact [email protected] and welll pop them on the list] #FocusOnFibre #AustralianAlpaca #Shearing2020 See more

07.01.2022 #CriaOf21 It is 2021 and this year we will be running a year long cria roll call rather than month by month. Post pictures and stories of your recent cria here... #BuildTheHerd #AustralianAlpaca #CriaRollCall #AlpacaMember #sharegoodnews Let's show the world the amazing cria being produced in Australia See more

07.01.2022 Want colour - alpacas have got it!

04.01.2022 Meet Your Committee starting with our new QLD President Geoff Coutts-Smith I am quite new to the Alpaca scene, having acquired the first of our herd in early 2018 (with 3, now wethered, males) and was almost immediately bitten by the Alpaca bug. I have been a member of the National Association since April 2018. Our farm is located at Forest Hill (in the Lockyer Valley), near Gatton, and we are developing an Alpaca business under the name of Somerset Alpacas. Currently, we ha...Continue reading

04.01.2022 AAA Member Newsletter advertising now open. Only $100 + GST per month to advertise in every AAA electronic mailout - a "captive audience" direct to every AAA member - thats over 900 memberships! We also have website banner advertising available.

04.01.2022 #MemberBenefitMonday #AustralianAlpaca A national network of alpaca shows which enable breeders to benchmark breeding programs and compete with other herds through the showing of animals and fleece. Our shows provide both local and international judges

03.01.2022 Are you looking for a special Xmas gift for that special someone? Or... maybe YOU are that special someone who should have a special Xmas Gift? We have 2 SUPE...R SPECIAL XMAS sales for you: LLAMA AND ALPACA CARE - a substantial "must have" reference book - on sale for $187 (normally $195) and Our SUPER SPECIAL - BUY 3 ZEPHYR ALPACA HALTERS AND RECEIVE AN EXTRA-SMALL ZEPHYR APACA HALTER FOR FREE! We're REALLY getting into the Xmas spirit!

03.01.2022 Have you completed your Q-Alpaca annual return? Q-Alpaca returns are being handled via eAlpaca this year, though still with a requirement to get a final sign o...ff from your vet which needs to be submitted via email or post. To avoid any confusion here is a summary of the steps involved: Complete your annual stock return in eAlpaca (go to manage herd) Complete your Q Alpaca annual renewal documentation in eAlpaca and then print a copy for signature by your vet Submit the signed vet copy plus any outstanding postmortem reports to the AAA office. Once all documentation is received in the office and has been approved, you will receive an eAlpaca notification Logon to eAlpaca to pay your annual QAlpaca membership fee Once all these steps are complete will your membership show as current and you can download a Q-Alpaca certificate if required from eAlpaca. If you have decided not to renew your Q-Alpaca status, please let us know and we will mark your membership as resigned. Otherwise, if we do not receive your stock return or renewal by 30 September, we will indicate your Q status as lapsed and your animals will no longer be considered Q for the purposes of show entry or sale. If you have any further queries please contact the AAA office at [email protected] or phone 02 6151 2073.

01.01.2022 #FocusOnFibre #AustralianAlpaca #Alpaca #Spinning