ABGA Board Announces New Youth Coordinator ABGA’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has named Hannah Seymore as its new JABGA Youth Coordinator. SAN ANGELO, TEXAS – NOVEMBER 2022 – The American Boer Goat Association’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce it has named Hannah Jenkins as its new Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA) Youth Coordinator. Hannah brings a history of youth development and meat animal knowledge to JABGA as its Youth Coordinator, as part of ongoing growth efforts in ABGA’s youth programs. Hannah Jenkins grew up in California, where she showed pigs across the nation. After high school, she attended Kansas State University and majored in animal science. Hannah was a member of the Reserve Champion Meat Judging Team and the National Champion Meat Animal Evaluation Team. Outside of school, she served on the National Junior Swine Association (NJSA) Junior Board of Directors and was a camp facilitator for Next Level Livestock Camps. Today, Hannah lives in Norman, Okla. with her husband Jesse and their three dogs. The ABGA Board of Directors and JABGA Board of Directors are excited to welcome Hannah as a new era of growth and expansion of ABGA’s youth programs begins. #JABGA #news

Region 7 Director, Gage Taylor Back to Board of Directors Gage Taylor Region 3A Email Gage Taylor grew up on his family cattle ranch in Talpa, Texas. When his father introduced Boer goats into the family, they relocated to Zephyr, Texas. Gage is an Agricultural Science Instructor and FFA Advisor at Mullin ISD where he dedicates his time to youth development in leadership, the livestock industry, agriscience, and agriculture experiences. Gage received his associate degree from Ranger College in 2017, his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education from Tarleton State in 2019, and master’s degree in Agricultural & Consumer Resources from Tarleton State in 2021. He is an Ed.D doctoral candidate at Texas Tech University in the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources. Gage has specialized in researching diversity and inclusion in agricultural education settings and plans to continue this into doctoral school. Gage was appointed to the ABGA board in 2022. He looks forward to working with a great group of directors to help assist the organization in a direction of positive change. Previous Director Next Director

JABGA Board Elections: Ballots Due by May 1, 2025 Elections for JABGA Board of Directors are open! Vote by May 1, 2025 to shape the future of the JABGA! Elections for the JABGA Board of Directors are here! Here's your chance to help shape the future of JABGA! Don't forget to vote by May 1, 2025 . Scroll down to learn more about the awesome candidates in your area. Jump to ↓ Area 1 Area 2 Area 3 Area 4 Area 5 Area 1 Jordan Jelinek I am currently surviving on the Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors, where I am proud to represent Area 1. I graduated high school in 2024, a year ahead of schedule to get a head start in the Boer Goat Industry. I live in Richland, Washington where I currently run a herd of over 130 Boer goats. My herd, JDJ Farms, includes fullbloods, percentages, and wether genetics. I have shown and sold animals all across the United States; additionally, they have exported animals to Hawaii and the Philippines. While juggling the goat herd, I also breed Australian Shepherds as well as serve as the 2024-2025 Washington FFA State Reporter. Between my farm and involvement in FFA, my schedule is filled with prepping my animals for shows and breeding while meeting FFA members across the state. My freshman year I was Washington State's first place Creed Speaker. So, there is no doubt I believe in the future of agriculture. Still unsure of my spot in the agriculture industry, I am interested in taking a deeper look at the process associated with becoming an embryologist after a year of service. While running my own floral shop, my team placed second in the nation at the 2024 FFA National Convention. I cannot be more thrilled to explore new parts of the industry and get involved with more youth and members of the organization. Kayla Whitman Hello for those of you who don’t know me, my name is Kayla Whitman. My family and I own and operate Whitman Ranch Boer Goats located in Penn Valley Ca. I’m currently a Senior in high school. After high school I plan to go to college where I will further my education in the pharmaceutical industry for livestock. I have exhibited my livestock locally at my county fair all the way to the National level. A passion of mine has always been the Boer goat industry and helping young individuals achieve greatness. I have always loved working with the youth so that they can find their passion in industry just as I did. Over the years I have had a chance to work with some amazing people and see all the different tricks and tips that they use in their operation that I was then able to take back to my operation and then share my ideas with others just as I was able to. I want to spread the word about all the different opportunities this amazing organization has to offer to the youth and be able to make so many great memories. I also want to be a good source for people if they have any questions or concerns about anything they may have, whether that is about the breed itself, showmanship, or anything within the ABGA association. If you have any questions, please reach out. Symphony Rouse Hello! My name is Symphony Rouse and I am 18 years old. I am a senior at Foothill High school in Northern California. I have been a JABGA member for 9 years now, and am very passionate about the Boer Goat industry, as well as educating others about the industry. I own a small Boer Goat operation in Northern California with my sister, where our main focus is producing offspring that are in correlation with the breed standard. When I’m not with my goats I enjoy spending time outside. Recently I have started skiing and I also enjoy hiking with my sister. I am very excited to be running for my region's Board of Directors position, and I am looking forward to meeting many new and existing members in years to come! Area 2 Emma Rauschenberg Hey everyone, I'm Emma Rauschenberg from Dallas Center, Iowa, and I'm very excited to be running for the Area 2 seat on the Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors. My family's registered and commercial herd, 6R Boer Goats, has provided me with a rich immersion in the Boer goat industry. For the past ten years, I've enjoyed showing livestock, with the last five years dedicated specifically to Boer goats. Currently, I'm honored to serve as Treasurer for the Junior Iowa Meat Goat Association, where I've gained valuable practical experience and developed my leadership skills. As a sophomore at Kansas State University studying Animal Science with a focus in Production Management, I'm continuing to deepen my understanding of the industry. I'm truly passionate about the Boer goat breed and committed to supporting our agricultural community. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with you all! Area 3 Avery Holman My name is Avery Holman, and I am from Kentucky. I am so excited to be running for the JABGA Board of Directors to represent Area 3! I've been showing goats for thirteen years now, and from age six I have always held a deep love for the Boer breed. Though most of my career has been spent in the market ring, at the end of 2021 I began showing breeding stock for the first time in a few years and immediately gave 100%. My first year back I served on the board for the 2022-2023 term where I was able to meet with leaders in our industry and discuss changes that would help JABGA grow and thrive. In addition to showing and raising goats, I also work for Leggett's YGB Livestock Camps. I am afforded amazing opportunities to travel across the country during the summer coaching showmanship. Currently I serve as our team's faith director. Recently I was featured in the industry leading magazine Stock Show Trendsetters where I was blessed to be able to share my journey with showing and give advice as an industry leader. If elected I aim to grow membership, promote inclusion in all facets of the Boer goat industry, and strive to promote our breed on a variety of platforms. Vote Avery for your Area 3 Representative! Tyler Stolipher Hello, I'm Tyler Stolipher. I am a 16 years old sophomore from Summit Point, WV. My family has been raising goats for 14 years and I have been showing since I've been 5 years old. I am also active and hold leadership roles in FFA, 4-H and Boy Scouts. I am excited for the opportunity be the Region 3 JABGA representative! I look forward to opportunities to work with ABGA directors to make our association better, and to work with the youth to help the become better showman and advocates for the boer goat industry. I would like to be a JABGA director because I would like to travel and meet new people, teach other people what I know and share my knowledge, and have an impact on younger members and their showing career. I show mostly in West Virginia, Virginia, and Marland and because of that I see the same people at every show. If I were to become a director, it would enable me to travel further to shows and therefore meet new people. My family has been raising goats for 14 years and I have been actively showing the past 5 years. During this time, I have learned a lot, picked up some tricks and really enhanced my showman abilities. I would like to help young and inexperienced kids by serving as a role model, giving them tips to help them improve in the ring. It makes it even better when they do better or even win because of your help. Lizzie Hefner Hi, I’m Lizzie Hefner, and I’m 17 years old from Lebanon, Indiana, where I live with my dad, Brian (who has probably stopped you at one point), and my younger sister, Addy. I’ve been showing Boer goats for six years and have been a member of the Indiana Boer Goat Association (IBGA) for five years. As an IBGA Ambassador, I love promoting the Boer goat industry and being involved in the community that has given me so much. I’m especially passionate about helping and serving the next generation of youth in the industry, sharing my knowledge and experiences to encourage their success. I’m also very active in leadership roles. I serve as the President of my 4-H club in Boone County, where I'm entering my ninth year as a member, and I’m the Lebanon FFA Chapter Reporter. Additionally, I’m a member of the National Honor Society (NHS) and am involved in both student and class council at Lebanon High School. When I’m not working on my academics or extracurriculars, you can usually find me in the barn, where my passion for the livestock industry truly shines. Area 4 Brooke Arce Hi! My name is Brooke Arce, and I'm 16 years old. I'm currently a sophomore in high school and am homeschooled. In addition to being homeschooled, I'm also dual-enrolled at IRSC, where I can challenge myself academically and get a head start on my college education. Outside of school, I spend a lot of my time outdoors, and I have a deep passion for showing livestock, with Boer goats being my absolute favorite. I've been raising and showing Boer goats for 8 years, and I've been a member of JABGA for 6 of those years. Being a part of JABGA has given me the chance to connect with other young people who share the same interests and has helped me expand my knowledge in the livestock industry. It has also taught me countless life lessons that I carry with me every day. My mom and I run a small herd of Boer goats in Fellsmere, FL, where we carefully manage and care for our goats. Along with showing livestock, I also love spending time hunting and fishing with my family. I am incredibly passionate about agriculture, with the ultimate goal of becoming a large animal veterinarian. I'm excited to continue learning and growing, both in my academic studies and extracurricular activities. I am committed to expanding my knowledge and skills, not only in the livestock industry but specifically within the Boer goat industry. Evangeline Street Hello, my name is Evangeline Street, and I am running for the JABGA Board to represent Area 4. I am 18 years old, and I am a second semester freshman in college. I am majoring in Nursing and intend to obtain my RN license. I graduated from high school a year early, obtaining my AICE Diploma and the Bright Futures Scholarship for Florida. I was highly active in 4-H for 12 years, and FFA for 5 years. Through the FFA, I was awarded with the State Degree and currently working on obtaining my National American Degree. My goal is to encourage and influence younger children to follow their passion within this industry and become more involved at shows and events. I intend to set up more educational seminars to help the youth and educate the younger generations, getting them more involved and interested in this industry. I hope you all will consider me for this position. Area 5 Rebecca Sullivan Hey y’all! I’m Rebecca Sullivan from Region 5, and I’m serving as the secretary for the Junior Board. Currently, I’m a freshman at Tarleton State University, where I’m pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering with the goal of becoming an Agricultural Engineer. I’ve been a proud member of the JABGA for the past six years, where my journey in showing livestock began in high school. Since then, I’ve worked hard to grow my herd and program. I’ve had the opportunity to showcase my animals at various regional shows, Texas majors, and even national shows. Looking forward to what’s ahead for the JABGA!

Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 1 Regional Show a success! Thank You Area 1 Regional Show Participants! Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 1 Regional Show a success! Thank you to everyone that participated in the Area 1 Regional Show in Merced, California. Thank you to all exhibitors, spectators, parents, and volunteers! Oktoberfest Thank you to Oktoberfest, Sue Hobby, the Hobby Family, and the Oktoberfest team for your organization, support, and all your efforts in making this event happen. Thank You to Our Judge We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our livestock judge, Terry Burks , for his invaluable expertise. Your knowledge and experience have greatly contributed to the success of our event. Thank you once again, Terry Burks! Thank you JABGA Board Thank you to the JABGA Board for your help, with a special thanks to Area 1 Director and JABGA President, Maddie Reis! Thank You to Our Photographer Thank you to Lacy Ann Photography for your stunning perspective! You can view and purchase Area 1 photos on Lacy's website by clicking the button below: View Photos Heartfelt Thanks to Our Sponsors We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our wonderful sponsors for their generous financial support. Your commitment and belief in our mission make a significant difference and enable us to achieve our goals. Your contributions not only provide essential resources but also inspire us to continue our work with passion and dedication. We truly appreciate your partnership and support! DIAMOND SPONSOR GOLD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSORS JDJ Livestock • Mar Sumabat • Pintail Farm BRONZE SPONSORS Boers by Hobby • IJ Farms Boer Goats • Joe Airoso • John Alvara Related Posts Dec 18, 2024 Thank You Area 5 Regional Show Participants! Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 5 Regional Show a success! Apr 27, 2023 Area 1 JABGA Regional Show: Goat Gala Check out the contest results and pics from the Area 1 JABGA Regional Show, Goat Gala in Merced, California!

Check out this useful showmanship tip from JABGA Board President, Cecelia Knott. JABGA President Cecelia Knott's Showmanship Tip Check out this useful showmanship tip from JABGA Board President, Cecelia Knott. Practice! Practice! Practice! Set goals for yourself. Have someone video you practicing, so you can watch yourself and see how you may need to make some changes. Everyone shows a little differently but watching more experienced showmen is beneficial. Related Posts

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Bella Philips has been involved in the JABGA, as well as raising, showing and selling competitive registered Boer goats, since 2010. Bella Philips Bella Philips has been involved in the JABGA, as well as raising, showing and selling competitive registered Boer goats, since 2010. Bella Philips has been involved in the JABGA, as well as raising, showing and selling competitive registered Boer goats, since 2010. What started as a 4H project has turned into a herd of over 120 registered Boer goats and commercial does shown at the local, state, and national level with great success. Bella, with her family, own and operate SBZ Ranch in Marshall, Minnesota. Bella attends South Dakota State University, with a major in Agricultural Leadership, and minors in Event Management and Ag Business. She hopes one day to be a coordinator for a youth breed association or major livestock show. She will graduate with her bachelors degree in the spring of 2025. In her free time, Bella loves to travel & show her goats with her best friends, spend time with her family, make a run to Taco Bell, and play a round of golf.

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Maintaining Breed Integrity The Reasons Behind the Breed Standards by Jada Young Many times, in my show career I have asked myself questions. A substantial amount when I was younger was ‘why some things about our breed are the way they are, and what makes those things so important?’ A few examples of that would be the depth of body on an animal, or the precise hooks and pin set on a doe, or even the breed’s characteristic roman nose? Many of these answers can be dated back to before the Boer Goat was brought over to the United States from South Africa in 1993. When looking for these answers we need to take a step back from the show ring and look at the breed from a production standpoint. Our animals were not always made for the show life. They were used to produce meat for slaughter purposes. The main factor in that production was kidding out does to have more potential babies, or slaughter opportunities. This is where the deep body cavity and hooks to pin set come into play. The deeper flanked a doe is, the more desirable she will be because she has more maternal capabilities. This means she will have more room to carry the babies comfortably to full term. The hooks and pin set also play a vital role in the birth of baby goats. If you have a doe that is too narrow in her rear end, there is a higher chance of babies getting stuck, which is a possibility of lost life. When looking at herd production, you want to continue growing, instead of losing vital members of your herd. The next stage of life for a young kid is to grow to their full potential. When a kid was born many years ago back in South Africa, many farmers looked at their body characteristics to determine how much natural muscling the animals will carry when they are older. The roman nose is believed to signify a strong, broad head which is associated with good meat production. This is how farmers would cull their herds to only keep what they believed would be good meat producers. Next time when you are wondering why some of our breed characteristics are in place, ask a fellow member in hopes of learning some of the history behind our association. It is very important to know why our breed characteristics were instilled in the Boer goat all those years ago in South Africa. Jada Young Junior Board of Directors Area 4

Jordan has grown up in Richland, Washington where she currently runs a herd of over 100 boer goats. Jordan Jelinek Jordan has grown up in Richland, Washington where she currently runs a herd of over 100 boer goats. Jordan Jelinek is currently surviving on the Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors, where she is proud to represent Area 1. She just graduated high school a year ahead of schedule to get a head start on her life in the Boer Goat Industry. Jelinek has grown up in Richland, Washington where she currently runs a herd of over 100 boer goats. Her herd, JDJ Farms, includes fullbloods, percentages, and wether genetics. She has shown and sold animals all across the United States; additionally, they have exported animals to Hawaii and the Philippines. While juggling the goat herd, Jordan also breeds Australian Shepherds and is heavily involved in the FFA Organization. This is her second year on the Board of Directors. Outside of the goats, Jordan is currently serving on the Washington FFA State Officer team as the 2024-2025 Reporter. Between her farm and involvement in FFA, her schedule is filled with prepping her animals for shows and breeding while meeting FFA members across the state. Her freshman year she was Washington State’s first place Creed Speaker. So there is no doubt she believes in the future of agriculture. Still unsure of her spot in the agriculture industry, Jordan is interested in taking a deeper look at the process associated with becoming an embryologist after her year of service. Jordan Jelinek can not be more thrilled to explore new parts of the industry and get involved with more youth and members of the organization.