Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.

Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. The Alpaca Owners Association is the leading authority on alpaca ownership, breeding, and registry. Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.
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We champion responsible care, sustainable business practices, and community for a thriving alpaca industry. (AOA), headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska, with around 2,200 members and over 285,000 alpacas in its registry database. We are a recognized and sustainable North American alpaca industry for alpaca owners, breeders, and those who design, produce, and sell alpaca-related products and services.

08/27/2026

The 2026 Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. (AOA) Annual Meeting is tonight!

Join us online via Zoom at 7:00 p.m. Central Time for updates from AOA leadership, current priorities, and a look ahead at the work shaping AOA’s future.

Meeting times:
8:00 p.m. Eastern
7:00 p.m. Central
6:00 p.m. Mountain
5:00 p.m. Pacific
Registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting information.

Register here: https://www.alpacainfo.com/news/article/6527/alpacagram-13.55--2026%E2%80%9327-aoa-board-officers--annual-meeting

Unable to attend live? The Annual Meeting will be recorded and available for later viewing.

Local newspapers, radio stations, TV stations, and community calendars are always looking for local stories — and Nation...
08/26/2026

Local newspapers, radio stations, TV stations, and community calendars are always looking for local stories — and National Alpaca Farm Days gives them a strong one.

Registered farms can use AOA’s media materials to share event details, invite coverage, and help introduce more people to alpacas in their community.

A short pitch can highlight what makes your farm visit newsworthy: alpacas, family-friendly activities, fiber demonstrations, farm tours, youth involvement, or local agriculture.

Start reaching out now so your community knows where to visit during National Alpaca Farm Days, September 26–27, 2026.

Register your farm and start using your promotional materials today: www.alpacainfo.com/nafd/nafd-reg

Photo by Butterfly Hill Farm Store

08/25/2026

Don’t miss the 2026 AOA Annual Meeting!

Join us Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time for updates from AOA leadership, a look at current priorities, and a discussion of the work underway for AOA and the alpaca community.

Meeting times:
8:00 p.m. Eastern
7:00 p.m. Central
6:00 p.m. Mountain
5:00 p.m. Pacific

The meeting will be held online via Zoom. Registration is required to receive the meeting information.

Register now: https://www.alpacainfo.com/news/article/6527/alpacagram-13.55--2026%E2%80%9327-aoa-board-officers--annual-meeting

Unable to attend live? The Annual Meeting will be recorded and available for later viewing.

The earlier you register for National Alpaca Farm Days, the earlier you can start promoting your event!When you register...
08/17/2026

The earlier you register for National Alpaca Farm Days, the earlier you can start promoting your event!

When you register your farm, you gain access to helpful promotional materials designed to make planning easier, including public relations templates, customizable flyers, signs, social media graphics, and more.

Registering early also gives visitors more time to find your farm on the National Alpaca Farm Days Find a Farm map as they plan their September weekend.

National Alpaca Farm Days is your opportunity to welcome your community, share your alpacas, promote alpaca products, and help more people discover the industry we all care about.

Register today and start preparing for September 26–27, 2026: www.alpacainfo.com/nafd/nafd-reg

Alpaca owners work hard – your coverage should, too.As AOA’s Preferred Insurance Provider, Farm Family offers coverage b...
08/12/2026

Alpaca owners work hard – your coverage should, too.

As AOA’s Preferred Insurance Provider, Farm Family offers coverage built for alpaca farms of all sizes and specialties.

It’s one more reason to smile. Learn more about member benefits by visiting www.alpacainfo.com/membership/discounts-and-insurance

AOA members are invited to attend the 2026 AOA Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 27, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time via Zoom...
08/12/2026

AOA members are invited to attend the 2026 AOA Annual Meeting on Thursday, August 27, at 7:00 p.m. Central Time via Zoom.

Join AOA leadership for an update on the Association, including highlights from the past year, current priorities, and a look ahead at the work guiding AOA and the alpaca community.

Following the election of three new directors by the membership, the AOA Board of Directors elected its officers for the 2026–27 term.

Jay Penica, President
Gina Glasscock, Vice President
Rhonda Deschner, Secretary
Jason Gill, Treasurer
Tim Graber, Director
Brian Houchin, Director
Michael Livingston, Director
Scott Miller, Director
Kristian Thordarson, Director

We appreciate each Board member’s commitment to serving AOA members and providing leadership and stewardship as we work together to strengthen the future of the alpaca industry.

We encourage members to attend the Annual Meeting, hear directly from AOA leadership, and stay informed about the work ahead.

Read the full AlpacaGram and register for the meeting: https://www.alpacainfo.com/news/article/6527/alpacagram-13.55--2026%E2%80%9327-aoa-board-officers--annual-meeting

Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. (AOA) has published a Grassroots Transition FAQ page to help members stay informed as AO...
08/10/2026

Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. (AOA) has published a Grassroots Transition FAQ page to help members stay informed as AOA prepares to move its registry database and related online services to Grassroots.

The page includes important deadlines, registry process changes, member action items, login updates, training opportunities, and other details as they are confirmed.

Members are encouraged to review the FAQs and check back regularly as new details are added.

Read the Grassroots transition FAQs: www.alpacainfo.com/grassroots-transition-faqs

08/10/2026

Hosting with Good Sam opens the door to a network of RVers looking for unique experiences.

These travelers want to support farms by enjoying your location and supporting your work. Simply offer a spot for our RVing Members to spend a single-night stay in extra space you may have. In return, our Members are likely to purchase goods and services at your location.

They’ll also help spread the word about your offerings to our community of over 600,000 RVers. Become a host: hostovernightstays.goodsam.com/become-a-host

Alpacas have a way of keeping us laughing, and this category proves it.Congratulations to the 2026 AOA Photo and Video C...
08/08/2026

Alpacas have a way of keeping us laughing, and this category proves it.

Congratulations to the 2026 AOA Photo and Video Contest winners in the Humor category!

Adult Division
First Place: Christine Nogier, Nite Star Alpacas
Second Place: Lori Grimes, Homestead Arts Farm
Third Place: Lisa Collura, Memory M-Acres
Honorable Mention: Rebecca Camma, The Alpacas Of Spring Acres
Honorable Mention: Luke Stultz, Rustic Island Farm

Junior Division
First Place: Maisy Schons, ALMNOZ Farm

View all winning results: www.alpacainfo.com/photo-contest/2026-winners

Address

3400 Plantation Drive, Ste. 100
Lincoln, NE
68516

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Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm

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(402) 437-8484

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