Irish Meadows Alpaca Farm

Irish Meadows Alpaca Farm alpacas in La Motte, IA, are raised in the Driftless Area near Dubuque.

As a small family-run operation, Mike Delaney and Julie Delaney maintain a manageable herd size that allows personalized attention to each alpaca. They adhere to Alpaca Owners Association guidelines with regular veterinary checks, parasite control, pasture rotation and a well-ventilated loafing barn to support animal comfort year-round, even during colder months, with heated water troughs preventing freezing. Gently rolling pastures overlook wooded gullies, offering a natural environment for the herd.

Daily handling fosters calm temperaments and early socialization. They provide a balanced diet of grass hay with supplemental grains to support healthy growth and fleece density. The focus on soft, durable fleece yields fiber appreciated by local weavers and spinners. The farm hosts informal visits for fiber demonstrations and shares practices at regional fiber gatherings.