Alpacas are raised primarily for their fibre, which is soft, luxurious and world renowned for its excellent thermal qualities. Its fleece is used in an array of products and is comparable to cashmere. Shorn annually an adult alpaca can produce a yield of 2-4kg of fleece, and the very best of breed can yield up to double that amount.

Alpacas are the only fibre producing animal with 22 recognised natural colours from black to white, with varying shades of brown, greys, and fawns in between.