Alpaca Owners Association, Inc.

10/13/2026

Sunday, October 18, is the final day to complete registrations, transfers, and authorizations already in progress in the current registry system. Pending transactions will not carry over into Grassroots and will need to be started again after launch.

Before the current system closes, take time to pay outstanding balances and save the records you need.

Read AlpacaGram 13.62 for the checklist and launch details: https://www.alpacainfo.com/news/article/6539/alpacagram-13.62--complete-registry-work-by-october-18

10/12/2026

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Mike Wilkins of Wilkins Livestock Ranch. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife Janet, the Wilkins family, and all who knew and loved Mike. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.

Read Mike’s obituary and find service information:

Share Memories and Support the Family.

10/09/2026

🎃 Let's fill our feeds with alpacas! Alpactober runs October 19-30, and we're inviting you to help make it a total social media takeover.

We've put together 12 daily prompts. You bring the photos, stories, and things you've learned along the way!

Save the prompt list, start gathering your photos, and invite a fellow alpaca owner to join you. Post as often as you can, tag AOA, and use .

Let's show people what life with alpacas is all about!

10/07/2026

Your herd is at the heart of your farm, and protecting them matters.

Farm Family offers livestock and farm coverage built to help safeguard what’s most important to alpaca owners.

AOA members have access to exclusive savings and tailored options. Visit www.alpacainfo.com/membership/discounts-and-insurance to learn more.

10/06/2026

Something spook-tacular is coming … Alpactober! 👻

Join us October 19-30 for a 12-day social media takeover. From your first alpaca encounter to the surprising things alpaca fleece can become, we’re putting learning and connection under the same spell!

Here's how to join the fun:
🎃 Follow the daily prompts and share a photo, video, or story.
🎃 Tag AOA and use so fellow members can find your posts.
🎃 Keep the connection going by commenting on and sharing other members’ posts.

Save the prompt list and invite a fellow member to join you. Whether you participate a few times or all 12 days, your voice helps bring Alpactober to life!

10/06/2026

AOA is now in the final phase of the move to Grassroots. New registrations can no longer be entered in the current registry system, and blood cards will not be sent to the laboratory until after the rollout. Transfers may still be submitted as long as they can be fully completed by October 18.

Read the full AlpacaGram and Grassroots FAQ at: https://www.alpacainfo.com/news/article/6538/alpacagram-13.61--grassroots-launches-november-2

09/30/2026

Are you making the most of your AOA member benefits?

AOA members have access to valuable savings and services, including Farm Family Insurance options, EZid microchip and reader discounts, the AOA Benefits Marketplace through BenefitHub, and dental and vision insurance options through Ameritas.

From herd identification and farm coverage to everyday savings, these benefits are designed to bring practical value to your membership.

Explore your AOA member discounts and benefits: www.alpacainfo.com/membership/discounts-and-insurance

09/29/2026

What happens when experienced evaluation meets scientific data?

Seventeen AOA judges representing five countries spent part of the summer studying alpaca fiber. They compared hands-on evaluations with scientific data from 150 Huacaya and Suri alpacas to support greater accuracy and consistency in fiber assessment.

Read the recap: https://www.alpacainfo.com/blog/post/172110/aoa-judges-make-fiber-the-focus-of-summer

09/29/2026