Cindy Mickey

Cindy Mickey is raising alpacas in central Missouri near Jefferson City. Her herd is registered with national alpaca associations and undergoes routine health screening for parasites, fiber density and dental checks.

The animals graze on mixed grass paddocks, enjoy daily handling from familiar caregivers and share pasture space with pastured chickens and miniature goats. Annual spring shearing ensures comfort through warmer months and encourages a strong, lustrous fleece prized by local weavers. Visitors often comment on the herd’s calm temperament and the farm’s relaxed pace, reflecting a hands-on approach to nurture each alpaca’s well-being.

Cindy Mickey began keeping alpacas to explore sustainable fiber production, and sharing her experience with a nearby community of handspinners adds a personal dimension to her breeding efforts. Located at Old Oak Hill Farm, this small-scale operation balances traditional husbandry with the region’s seasonal cycles, offering alpacas a stable, family-oriented setting.