Message From the President
Shearing is done, now what? AFCNA is making some final changes that will allow us to do business more efficiently and cost-effectively going forward, but like always, we still need your help. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 12 October 2005 )
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Ever wonder how cooperatives got started?
In 1844 the Rochdale Society of Equitable Pioneers was created by 28
Lancashire weavers. Influenced by the theories of Robert Owen, they
opened a grocery store that was so successful that they were able to
establish a cooperative factory and textile mill. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 25 September 2005 )
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Rotational Grazing
One of the easiest and most effective steps that can be taken to improve the economic efficiency of an alpaca farm (or any livestock operation) is to institute a program of rotational grazing. The forage growing in our pastures is the most nutritious and lowest cost feed we can provide our animals. |
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Last Updated ( Monday, 26 September 2005 )
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What is a Conopa?
Conopas are small, carved stone objects found in the lands of the Inca.
Carved of stone, they are amulets believed to have the ability to bring
good luck and prosperity. Often in the shape of alpacas or llamas, they
have a hole in their back for offerings of coca leaves, wine and llama
fat. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 25 September 2005 )
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We Need a Name!
And we're offering Free Socks! to whoever can help us come up with one!
We would like to see a more creative name than, "The AFCNA Newsletter,"
so get those creative juices flowing. The person that creates the
winning name will receive a free pair of AFCNA socks in the style of
their choice. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 25 September 2005 )
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