Archive for April, 2008

ANIMAL BREEDING-Concepts and Basics with Suri Llamas in Mind

Genetics is the science of how traits pass down generation to generation. Many people think that genetics is a predictive science-accurately predicting the next baby to hit the ground. Alas, genetics does not work that way. Instead, genetics can be viewed as a science of possibilities. Genetics can help with predicting the overall range of […]

Breeding Better Suri Llama Fiber

Suri fiber is a notable exception to what is considered a truism in the textile industry. In the world of fiber producing livestock, suri is an anomaly. Generally, in either industry, the finer the fiber, the shorter the staple length. The world’s finest fibers, like vicuna and cashmere, are usually no longer than one inch […]


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