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 ⚠️ Today is the last day to join a National Show committee! The 2026 ABGA National Show is calling for volunteers to serve on sub-committees. From youth programs to decorations, there’s a place for everyone! 🔗 abga.org/national-show/2026-national-show-committees-sign-up

Ambassador of the Breed

The American Boer Goat Association honors and appreciates individuals who contribute to promoting the American Boer Goat Breed. Every year, our members nominate candidates for the ABGA's Ambassador of the Breed, who are then recognized at the ABGA & JABGA National Show.

Ambassador of the Breed

Nominations are now closed.

A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for this year's Ambassador of the Breed!

Your participation plays a vital role in celebrating the individuals who are making a real difference in promoting and advancing our breed.


Nominations are now officially closed, and we’re excited to announce the winner very soon! 🎉The recipient of this honor will be recognized at the 2025 ABGA & JABGA National Show in Louisville, Kentucky.


Your voice helps shine a light on the leaders and role models within our community. Thank you for being part of this important tradition!

La Asociación Estadounidense de Cabra Boer celebra y reconoce a quienes ayudan a promover la Raza de Cabra Boer Estadounidense. ¡Felicidades a nuestros pasados y futuros Embajadores de la Raza!

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2025

Roger McSwain
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2024

Terry & Sue Taylor
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2023

Randy & Cindy Dusek
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2022

Don Smith
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2021

​Eddie Holland
Joetta Boyd
Carol DeLobbe
Terry Brown
MD Shurley
Ervin Chavana
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2020

No nominees due to COVID19
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2019

Coni Ross
Fred Homeyer
Joe Tipton
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2018

Bob Duke
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2017

The Ryals Family
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2016

Jim & Lynn Farmer
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2015

John & Jackie Edwards
Preston Faris
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2014

Buck Pruitt
Jane Meacham
Jimmy Day
F. Dian Newman
Kim Halfmann
Dr. Lou Nuti
Sammy Helmers
Ernest Schwartz
Don Jackman
Mary Powis
Stan Keen
Walter Pope III
Norman Kohls
Charles Turner
Mike Masters
W.E. Whitehead

2025 Ambassador of the Breed

Nominate Your Candidate! 

We are taking nominations for this year’s Ambassador of The Breed!

  • Nominations must be received by March 28, 2025.

  • Current Board members are ineligible for nomination and/or to nominate a candidate.

  • Only one (1) person, partnership, or family will be eligible per year.

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