A Face-to-Face Board meeting will take place on October 17, 2026 at 8:00 AM CST. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the ABGA website within one week following the meeting.

The future of ABGA starts with a clear vision for where we’re going, and a commitment to keeping our members at the center of that work. Earlier this year, the ABGA Board of Directors adopted Strategic Vision 2030, a roadmap designed to guide the Association’s priorities and investments over the next several years. At the heart of the plan is a simple mission: to serve our breeder-members while advancing the integrity, performance, and long-term success of the Boer goat breed

American Boer Goat Association (ABGA) Executive Director Caleb Boardman recently attended the National Goat Conference hosted by Langston University, representing the association and connecting with more than 400 producers, educators, and researchers from across the country. The conference provided valuable insights into the challenges facing meat goat producers while also highlighting opportunities for growth in the U.S. market. In addition to promoting ABGA and engaging wit

During the JABGA Junior Board Face-to-Face Meeting in July, the Junior Board passed the JABGA Animal Awards Program!

One of the issues assigned to the ABGA Breed Improvement Committee was the aging of goats and the need for more objective information about whether an animal's reported age is consistent with its weight and stage of development. Following extensive discussion by the committee and Board of Directors, ABGA determined that the best starting point was to collect reliable, breed-specific growth data. That decision led ABGA to weigh every goat in the junior (0-12 month) age divisio

We need you to contribute your time and serve on a committee to make a difference in the Boer goat industry!

Judges Certification program is open but closes soon! Apply NOW!

As President, my focus will remain on building an association that is responsive, accessible, and forward-thinking.

Join us in welcoming the new officer team!

This change represents an important step toward proactive governance.

Producers, educators, researchers, students, industry partners, and Association leaders came together for the 2026 American Boer Goat Foundation Educational Summit, united by a common purpose: equipping producers with the knowledge, tools, and relationships needed to build stronger, more profitable operations.

JABGA announces regional speech topics!