Sustainability

For a More Sustainable Future

With 25 years of experience, Sorani Farm is one of the driving forces behind Michell & Cía.’s sustainability initiatives.

We have implemented responsible and sustainable breeding systems, optimizing the reproductive, nutritional, and health management of alpacas while ensuring higher-quality alpaca fiber.

6.1

Certifications

High Standards of Quality, Sustainability, and Animal Welfare

At Sorani Farm, we are committed to the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and animal welfare, backed by internationally recognized certifications. These certifications validate our responsible production practices, ensuring we meet strict environmental, social, and animal welfare criteria across our entire value chain.

GOTS Certification
Global Organic Textile Standard 2020:

In 2015, we took a significant step by becoming the first farm in the world to offer certified organic alpaca fiber.

Today, we remain the only private farm globally with GOTS certification.

This certification covers the land, the animals, and the fiber, ensuring that our breeding practices are responsible and sustainable.

Certified by Control Union, CU 847906

RAS Certification
(Responsible Alpaca Standard) 2021:

Michell & Cía. and Sorani Farm ensure the highest standards of animal welfare and sustainable pasture management.

The RAS standard acknowledges the best practices in the textile industry, ensuring that alpacas' basic needs are met with care and responsibility.

6.2

Certified Collections

Yarns - Michell | Garments - Sol Alpaca

Michell y Cia.

GOTS Certification
Global Organic Textile Standard 2020:

Michell Yarn Collections - A/W - SS

Organic Yarn Line

At Michell, our Organic & Eco line consists of yarns made from 100% natural-colored fiber tops, including 100% Organic Alpaca yarn from Sorani Farm and blends with other organic fibers such as Merino Wool and Cotton

These yarns are ideal for Hand knitting, Industrial knitting and Flat weaving. Initiatives like this are part of our commitment to becoming a fully sustainable company in the future.

Discover the ECO Collection:

Eco Yarn Collection

RAS-Certified Yarn Line

Thanks to Sorani Farm, we have also achieved RAS (Responsible Alpaca Standard) certification, making us the first company in the world to obtain this certification across the entire production chain—from alpaca breeding to finished yarn.

This certification ensures Alpaca welfare, Responsible pasture management and Compliance with high sustainability & quality standards.

With this certification, we have developed yarn collections that reflect our commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

Learn more about our Eco & Organic Yarn Lines and RAS-Certified Yarns:

michell.com.pe

Sol Alpaca

The First GOTS-Certified Organic Alpaca Fiber Collection

At Sol Alpaca, we proudly present "ORÍGENES", our first collection of garments and accessories made from 100% organic alpaca fiber, certified under the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) in 2021.

Thanks to Sorani Farm’s certification, we were able to develop this innovative collection, ensuring that every garment is produced sustainably, respecting both alpacas and the environment.

The "ORÍGENES" Collection stands out for its Softness, Quality and Environmental responsibility.

Discover this unique sustainability project at:

solalpaca.com.pe

6.3

Training and RAS Certification

Commitment to Quality and Sustainability

As part of our commitment to excellence, Michell & Cía. has provided training to affiliated breeders and other farms to help them obtain their RAS (Responsible Alpaca Standard) certifications.

With over 600 farms trained, we are raising quality and sustainability standards across the alpaca industry.

These efforts promote best practices in responsible alpaca breeding and management, improving quality throughout the supply chain.

Achieving RAS certification has been the result of a joint effort, involving more than 150,000 alpacas from breeders in the Puno, Cusco, and Arequipa regions.

This chain-of-custody system ensures that alpaca fiber produced in the Andes meets the highest standards of animal welfare and environmental management.

Additionally, Michell & Cía. has increased breeders' profits by 17%, offering preferential pricing and promoting more sustainable practices.

The 1st Convention of RAS-Certified Alpaca Farms

Held at Sorani Farm, this event brought together representatives from 18 organizations, representing 600 alpaca farms from Puno, Cusco, and Arequipa.

During the convention, knowledge and best practices were shared, and outstanding farms were recognized with awards and toolkits to support productivity and animal welfare improvements.

As part of our commitment to animal welfare, Michell & Cía. also honored RAS-certified alpaca farms, celebrating their dedication to meeting the highest international standards for animal welfare and sustainability.

This certification reflects the hard joint work with breeders and sector experts, who have met the highest international standards of animal welfare and sustainability.

6.4

Michell 100

Towards Our 100 Years of Sustainability and Animal Welfare

As part of our long-term vision, Michell 100 represents our commitment to sustainability and animal welfare, aligned with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

As we approach our centennial in 2031, we have pledged to reduce our water and carbon footprint, increase the number of certified suppliers and promote regenerative livestock practices, these initiatives ensure that our operations align with a more sustainable future.

For years, Michell has been a pioneer in responsible practices, optimizing production while positively impacting communities and the environment.

As we move closer to our 100-year milestone, we reaffirm that sustainability and animal welfare will continue to be fundamental pillars of our operations.

Our roadmap, Michell 100, guides our efforts toward a more ethical and responsible future, ensuring that our actions benefit people, animals, and the planet.

Let’s Keep Growing Together for a Sustainable Future!

If you want to learn more about our breeding programs, innovations, or alpaca fiber products, feel free to contact us.

We are committed to the well-being of communities and the future of the alpaca industry in Peru.

Thank you for being part of this journey towards a more sustainable future with Sorani and the Michell Group!