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has Alpaca Nation generated sales

Replied Jul. 19, 2009

Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!

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Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!

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Cooper Smith commented on Maryann Marsh's event 'Live Web Cam Show with IAN WATT'

Good luck Maryann- I've just posted the event preview on my site www.thealpacaguy.com. Should be a good turnout!

August 22, 2009

Cooper Smith is attending Maryann Marsh's event

Live Web Cam Show with IAN WATT at In front of your computer

August 23, 2009 at 8:30pm to August 24, 2009 at 12am

Event Name: Alpaca Social Live Web Cam Show with IAN WATT Date: August 23, 2009 Sponsor: Category: Seminars/Education Location: In front of your computer on Alpaca Social! www.alpacasocial.comor go to: www.ustream.tv/channel/alpacas-live this is…

August 22, 2009

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August 14, 2009

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August 8, 2009

Cooper Smith replied to Chris Arnold ~Good Shepherd Farm's discussion 'has Alpaca Nation generated sales'

I can vouch for Alpacanation as well- it has been a pivotal tool for sales in my experience. I think this discussion will continue to part in two ways, as breeders will find a way to sell some animals and stick with that method- whatever it might be…

July 19, 2009

Cooper Smith replied to Maryann Marsh's discussion 'Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!'

Well said Heidi. As a breeder, making a sale is part of the equation, and Peruvians just have more going for them at this point. Cooper www.thealpacaguy.com

July 14, 2009

Cooper Smith replied to Maryann Marsh's discussion 'Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!'

I agree Dave, but would add that in most shows, especially in the US, animals compete only within their own color. I might be leaning off-topic here, but my argument is that if it's about the best fleeces on average, then it's Peruvian whites/lights…

July 14, 2009

Cooper Smith replied to Maryann Marsh's discussion 'Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!'

The reality is white-fleeced animals on average have the best fiber. Next in line are the beiges, and darker on up it goes. This is not to say some animals aren't "ahead of their color" though, but those are rare exceptions. The reason I mention thi…

July 14, 2009

Cooper Smith replied to Maryann Marsh's discussion 'Full Peruvian, Full Accoyo, Full anything? Whats up?!'

I know this is an older post, but I think it's a good time to speak openly on this issue. The market is down, and I've found that people are more willing to speak openly when not as invested in something (i.e. accoyos). This is a touchy issue but I…

July 10, 2009

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Official AOBA World Fleece Show Results Posted -HUACAYA

The AOBA ‘World’ Fleece Show results are finally processed and are now available for viewing. Dates: June 3-7, 2009 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Judges: Jill Macleod, Kristing Buhrmann, Lyn Dickson, Cameron Holt, Cheryl Gehly Entries: 937 ———– Huacay…

July 6, 2009

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July 4, 2009

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How many alpacas do you own?

20-50

What is your farm name?

Alpacaguy

What is your name?

Cooper

What kind of alpacas do you raise?

Both Huacayas and Suris

Website:

http://www.alpacaguy.wordpress.com

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A Juggernaut Now Shared Among Behemoths

Cas-Cad-Nac Farm has recently announced their newly formed partnership with Magical Farms Inc. on 12x Champion, MFI Peruvian Precocious. A dominant force in the White classes while shown, Precocious has yet to prove himself as a herdsire. Nonetheless, new owners Ian and Jennifer Lutz are excited to get him started on their farm this summer.

This is a superb addition to the Cas-Cad-Nac stud row. Precocious adds to their herd one of Magical’s top show bloodlines descending from sire, Jeremiah and… Continue

Posted on July 10, 2009 at 3:53pm —

National Elite Alpaca Auction 2009 PREVIEW

The National Elite Alpaca Auction preview is finally out- 3 weeks before the sale… I’ll bite my tongue. But, lets take a look at some animals shall we, as it appears to be a nice group this year.

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Date: Saturday, August 1, 2009
Location: Leesburg, Virginia
Hosts: Virginia Alpaca Farm & Breeding Co. / Cas-Cad-Nac Farm, LLC
Lot Entries: 72
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If you didn’t catch the Parade of Champions results and analysis be sure to do so. Then, come back here and know that the National Elite Sale wi… Continue

Posted on July 10, 2009 at 3:51pm —

Official AOBA World Fleece Show Results Posted -HUACAYA

The AOBA ‘World’ Fleece Show results are finally processed and are now availabl… Continue

Posted on July 6, 2009 at 5:55pm —

Alpacaguy has Huge Opening Week

What started out as a place to provide the Alpaca industry with insider news, and maybe let some steam off, has turned into a National icon. Alpacaguy has attracted 701 unique, individual visitors in it’s first sev… Continue

Posted on July 3, 2009 at 3:32pm —

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At 9:55pm on August 8, 2009, Tracey Koehler said…: Hello Cooper, I recognize the Alpaca guy.
Great to have you here. Looking forward to getting to know you better.

At 4:50pm on July 6, 2009, Debbie Phillips said…: Hi Cooper,Welcome to alpaca social!I enjoyed looking on your website.You have some beautiful alpacas.