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10 February 2014 Post a Comment

British Alpaca Society National Show 2014

Harry Edwards - Mulberry Alpacas

We’re getting very excited at Mulberry Alpacas as the British Alpaca Society (BAS) National Show draws closer!

The show will be held at the International Centre in Telford on 15th and 16th of March, and marks the first ever alpaca
show in Shropshire! More than that, it promises to be the most prestigious National Show of all time.

The show will draw entrants nationally and there is substantial international interest. The judges for
the halter show will be Australian judge, Jenny Jackson, and British judge, Nick Harrington Smith.

The British Alpaca Society Show will host many activities and exhibitions, including a Fibre Zone, which will showcase many
ways of working with the outstanding luxury of alpaca fibre.

Attendees have the chance to pick up some useful tips during the numerous seminars taking place on both days of the show.

Opportunities for hands-on weaving, spinning and knitting experience will also be available. There will
be children’s activities; all of which prove to be a really good family day out.

Saturday evening will see the Champagne Reception and Gala Dinner when Jenny Jackson will be
speaking.

Mulberry Alpacas feel very privileged to have been invited to join the organising committee, which was a
phenomenal, energetic and enthusiastic experience.

Being chosen to be one of the forefront alpaca organisations for the BAS National Show is a huge
honour. We always try adhere to the high standards set by the BAS and offer people the highest
quality in all of our products and services,” said Harry Edwards, Manager of Mulberry Alpacas.

Mulberry Alpacas are proud sponsors of the White Huacaya Female Champion and Reserve
Champion. We will also be setting up a trade stand. We invite you to come and visit us at the show.

We are thrilled that the Show Committee have nominated local charity, Severn Hospice: our own
nominated charity, as their charity for the show.

Please visit the BAS National Show website for further details.

Proud sponsors of the BAS national show

24 September 2013 Post a Comment

Alpacas for Sale: Why buy an Alpaca?

There are many breeds of alpacas for sale but why do people choose to buy alpacas?

Buying an alpaca provides farm owners many benefits which often go unmissed.

So, what are some of the Main Reasons to buy an Alpaca?

Buying an alpaca is worthwhile investment, which, in the long run, can become extremely profitable.

Alpaca fibre is tremendously popular, and widely used for, the material of items of clothing and gifts for the home. Common products manufactured by alpaca fibre include hats and scarves, socks, yarn, and bedding. Alpaca owners can choose to sell the fibre produced from their alpacas — if they wish — to wholesalers or smaller organisations which run knitting projects using yarn. Alternatively, alpaca fibre can be stored and used independently.

In addition to the fibre-based materials that alpacas produce, they are also known for their work ethic and chipping in around the farm. Alpacas serve as excellent self-operated lawnmowers. Leave your alpaca to mill around your farm or grass covered area and watch your pretty little animal tidy up your garden. Let’s face it: ride-on lawnmowers spend far too much time cooped up in the garage collecting dust; alpacas take care of the hard work so you don’t have to!

What Makes Alpacas Special?

Alpacas are an extremely unique animal breed that originated in South America.  Although they are related to camels, they differ in both appearance and usage.

As previously mentioned, alpacas are predominantly valued for their fibre and domestic contributions towards the maintenance of farms.

Alpacas are well known for their gentle personalities and the ability to utilise their intelligence in everyday situations. Generally, alpacas quickly adapt to new farms and the many other breeds of animals that also live there. Each alpaca’s personality is unique, which compliments their stunning, adorable features.

Being such a unique animal, alpacas are a main point of attraction for many farms and serve as an excellent reason for people to visit. They are also highly demanded. Many farm owners generate a highly paid living from breeding alpacas for sale.

Alpacas for Sale:

Hopefully, after reaching this point of the article, you have acquired some new, interesting information regarding alpacas. And perhaps, a few reasons to buy an alpaca for yourself!

Here is some information concerning the latest alpacas for sale over at Mulberry Alpacas.

Ariana is a white Huacaya alpaca with excellent genetics, both parents being from the renowned Toft herd. She has excellent conformation and is a well proven mother. Her cria which are on farm have superb fleece and excellent conformation.

Ari has a lovely temperament and will make an excellent addition to any herd. She is pregnant to Oakhill Claudio who sired one of her previous cria with superb results.

Price of this alpaca for sale: £2800

Crispus, Daniel and Tom Thumb are a lovely group of friendly gelded male Huacaya alpacas who will make a lovely entry into the world of alpacas for someone looking for pets and/or guard animals. Their personalities are all different and they love to have lots of attention.

Price of these alpacas for sale: £600 for the group. We will only sell these alpacas as a group.

The wellbeing of our alpacas is of the utmost importance. We will only sell to clients who we are confident will look after them well. Consequently, we offer training and on-going support to all of our clients.

In addition to the alpacas for sale mentioned in this article, we have many more alpacas available to purchase. Please view our other alpacas for sale via our website, or alternatively, contact our Shropshire-based alpaca farm today for more information.