Lone Spruce Alpacas began as a dream, something to do in retirement years. With Alden and I being lifelong dairy farmers, it was a natural transition from developing registered Holsteins to developing registered Huacaya alpacas. Research resulted in "sticker shock." However, after a year we discovered how we could pursue our dream. We decided to become alpaca breeders. On July 31, 2004, we purchased three bred alpacas from Mettowee Valley Farm in Vermont. We came home, renovated a shed area, and built our first pasture fence. By November we were ready to receive our alpacas. The dream became a reality.
Much has happened since 2004. Alden passed away in 2006 and Jeanne continues to develop the business as the sole owner. In 2007, a new alpaca barn was completed, new pastures fenced, run-in sheds built, and the herd grew to 17. In 2008, we had a very busy year with 5 healthy crias being born, a new pasture fenced, a website built, and an online store created. We continue to develop the farm with new crias being born each year and new marketing and sales efforts for our herd and products.
Our emphasis continues to be on breeding for alpacas with correct conformation and improving their fiber. Careful attention is given to each alpaca ensuring their health and well-being. The herd is kept current with boosters and is tested negative for BVD. |
