The American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, Promoting, and Recording the American Boer Goat Breed. Office Updates Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. March 31, 2026 Announcing 2026 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test The 2026 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test at Hettinger Research Center, North Dakota, will evaluate bucks on post-weaning growth, feed efficiency, and carcass characteristics to help drive breed improvement. March 26, 2026 Roll of Honor: Area 1 Regional Show Results View official JABGA Roll of Honor results from Area 1 Regional Show March 17, 2026 Board Meeting 3-19-2026 A regular Board meeting will take place on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM CST. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the ABGA website within one week following the meeting. March 11, 2026 Statement from BOD to Members March 3, 2026 ABGA National Judges Get to know your ABGA National show judges! March 3, 2026 Announcing our 2026 National show superintendents Get to know your National show superintendents for 2026! February 26, 2026 ABGA Board of Directors Applications - Due March 1 Board seats representing Regions 3, 6, 7, 9, and 11 are up for election in 2026. Applications are now available on the website. Only members in good standing (who have renewed their membership by January 1st) are eligible to run for the ABGA Board of Directors. Completed applications are due March 1st. Additional information about the Board of Directors and regional representation can be found on the ABGA website. February 20, 2026 2026-2027 JABGA Regional Bids Now Open Bidding opens February 20th and closes March 31st February 19, 2026 You Are Cordially Invited to the ABGA Annual Meeting and Banquet February 17, 2026 Board Meeting 2-19-2026 A special Board meeting will take place on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM CST. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the ABGA website within one week following the meeting. January 27, 2026 ABGA Board of Directors Applications Now Open Opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors! January 15, 2026 Purebred Breed-Up Committee Townhall Discussion YouTube of townhall discussion held on January 9th. Tune in below↓

Louisville, Kentucky 2025 National Show Results 2025 National Show Results Louisville, Kentucky For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

The 2024 Annual Member's Meeting will take place on June 12, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. Members Meeting Agenda Members Meeting Agenda The 2024 Annual Member's Meeting will take place on June 12, 2024 in Louisville, Kentucky. The 2024 Annual Member's Meeting will take place on June 12, 2024 at the 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show in Louisville, Kentucky. The meeting will take place following the Junior Buck Pairs Class during the lunch break. AGENDA Introduction of ABGA Board of Directors Introduction of Retiring Board members Introduction of New ABGA Board of Directors Introduction of Ambassador of the Breed Award Treasurer's Report iCompete update DNA update Strategic Plan Lunch will be provided by: For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

First Coni Ross Memorial Scholarship Recipient “Being chosen as the first-ever Coni Ross scholarship recipient means a lot to me,” said... Meet McKenna Blair First Coni Ross Memorial Scholarship Recipient “Being chosen as the first-ever Coni Ross scholarship recipient means a lot to me,” said... First Coni Ross Memorial Scholarship Recipient “Being chosen as the first-ever Coni Ross scholarship recipient means a lot to me,” said McKenna Blair, who is from Wagoner, Okla. “I considered her to be the best of the best.” Ranked 7th in her class, McKenna graduated Wagoner High School with a 4.0 GPA in May 2021. She now attends Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, Okla. As a double major in Agriculture Education and Agriculture Communications, she has a 4.0 GPA. “I will forever cherish Coni’s impact on my life,” McKenna said. “I can still remember her smiling and walking around the ring doing what she loved most. She brought so much positivity to the barns that always brightened my day.” Known worldwide for her knowledge of Boer goats and her interest in sharing her knowledge with others, McKenna said she hopes to follow in Coni’s footsteps. “I can only hope to, one day, be as knowledgeable about livestock as Coni and expand my own education to help and mold the generations to come,” McKenna said. After she graduates from college, McKenna wants to be an ag educator and build her own Boer goat herd. “Boer goats are beautiful animals,” McKenna said. “There is nothing cuter than a baby goat.” But it goes farther than that for McKenna. McKenna also wants to pay it forward by providing show animals to kids who are interested in showing and building a bond with the younger generations. McKenna said if you look deeper into what the Boer goat offers, there are many reasons to like Boer goats. “At the show level, they teach youth and adults how to manage time as well as how to be good caregivers,” she explained. “I think one of the greatest things Boer goats have to offer is their efficiency to convert forage to meat production. If a person isn’t interested in the show aspect of the Boer goat, the market and farm-to-table aspect is very beneficial and should be utilized more in today's world.” Related Posts

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More Goat Meat in America’s Kitchens By Emma Kay Rauschenberg I would like to address the challenge of the low consumption of goat meat in America’s family’s diet. This starts with increasing usage in the home kitchen. In addition to the home kitchen, I believe that goat meat could be brought in more effectively into restaurants supply chain to be included in dishes served there too. Goat meat is a highly nutritious and flavorful meat that has been consumed in large quantities for centuries in many parts of the eastern world. However, in America, it remains a less popular meat compared to beef, pork, and chicken. Even though goat meat has numerous health benefits and is more sustainable than many other types of meat. To continue with its health benefits that many outsides of industry may not know, goat meat is the healthiest choice of all red meats like beef, lamb, or pork. It is a great source of protein, with one 3-ounce serving providing around 25 grams of protein. Goat meat is also low in fat, especially saturated fat, which is associated with an increased risk of heart disease as well as hypertension and kidney disease. Additionally, goat meat contains higher amounts of iron, vitamin B12, and potassium compared to other meats such as chicken and beef. This makes it an excellent choice for people looking to improve their health and nutrition while trying something that is not as popular in our country. Furthermore, goat meat is more sustainable than many other types of meat. Goats are known to be hardy animals that can thrive in harsh environments, and they require less land, water, and feed compared to cattle or hogs. As many of us know goat meat is a more sustainable option, especially in areas where resources are scarce. In addition, goats have a lower carbon footprint compared to cows, which makes them a more environmentally friendly option. Regardless of the numerous benefits of goat meat, it remains less popular in America due to a lack of awareness and availability. Many Americans are not familiar with goat meat and may not know how to prepare it in the kitchen. A point often overlooked, goat meat is not as widely available as beef, pork, or chicken in grocery stores and restaurants. However, this is slowly changing as more people become aware of the health and sustainability benefits of goat meat. One idea for changing the thoughts regarding goat meat is we could look nationwide at creating similar market campaigns such as the Beef Industry did with its “Beef it’s What for Dinner” campaign or the Pork Producers have done with its “Pork the Other White Meat”, I believe we can increase awareness even more. The “Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner” did help per capita beef consumption, so I believe some like this could help goat consumption as well. Increased education and awareness should lead to increase usage in our American kitchen’s. Some of my ideas for getting more visibility is promoting it on television cooking shows such as Iowa Ingredient, illustrated more in cookbooks, increasing usage by famous chefs so they include it in their creative dishes. Increasing awareness and promotion of goat meat usage in America’s kitchens would drive higher demand, while improving profits for meat goat producers. Using some of the ideas mentioned to promote goat meat in America’s kitchens will help the overall goat industry grow. Related Posts

Join the largest Boer Goat association in the world with over 7,000 members. You can submit an ABGA or JABGA New Member Application and process payment all online. Looking for a printable form? ABGA New Member JABGA New Member Join the American Boer Goat Association American Boer Goat Association The annual Adult Membership fee is $75. ABGA Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year You must be 21 years of age or older to join as an Adult Member. You may add up to two Authorized Agents on your application. If you need to add more in the future, please contact the ABGA office. Please choose up to three unique Herd Prefixes on your application, as you first choice may be in use by an existing member. We will choose the first available prefix. Your prefix cannot be changed once it's approved. You may also choose an optional Herd Name for an additional one-time $20 fee. Once chosen, your herd name may be removed but not changed. Junior American Boer Goat Association The annual Junior Membership fee is $30. JABGA Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year JABGA Members must be under 21 years of age. JABGA Members must have an active Adult ABGA member as an Authorized Agent. Adult members may add up to three new Junior Memberships on your application. If you need to add more, please contact the ABGA office for further assistance. Junior Members may use the same Herd Prefix as their adult Authorized Agent, or their own unique Herd Prefix.

Meet National Show Superintendent, Kensey Cobb Kensey Cobb Kensey Cobb Meet National Show Superintendent, Kensey Cobb Hi I’m Kensey! I’m from a small town in South Carolina, right above Clemson University. My family and I started in goats in 2013, and moved our focus to ABGA registered stock in 2016. You can catch me at a show or sale on the weekends, or at home doing chores around the farm! I’m looking for to seeing and meeting everyone! For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

Get to know your National Show Ring and Barn Superintendents Superintendents Superintendents Get to know your National Show Ring and Barn Superintendents RING SUPERINTENDENTS National Show Ring Superintendents are essential for the success of the National Show. They play a crucial role in organizing and overseeing the show ring, ensuring rule compliance, and maintaining smooth operations throughout the day. Wade Rogers, Kensey Cobb, & Jesse Kimmel BARN SUPERINTENDENT The National Show Barn Superintendent plays a crucial role in organizing the barn. Upon arrival, the barn superintendent assists with stall assignments, addresses facility requirements, coordinates with the onsite veterinarian, and is available to answer any questions while you are in the barn. Elizabeth Westfall For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

We couldn't have achieved success without each and every one of you. Thank You, Ringside Table Sponsors Thank You, Ringside Table Sponsors We couldn't have achieved success without each and every one of you. The American Boer Goat Association would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to our ring side table sponsors. Your unwavering support and generosity towards ABGA and JABGA during the National Show, has been invaluable. We couldn't have achieved success without each and every one of you. 007 Boer Goats and The SixThree Ranch CrazyT Boer Goats SBZ Ranch J² Genetics and JM Images Blue Gainey Ranch, Catus Boer Goats, KT Boer Goats Flying L Ranch Boer Goats Wildewind Farm Fitzwater Crosscut Farm & K Hollow Boer Goats Boers by Hobby & Kemmer Auctioneers Stuart & Love Farms , Shepherd Creek Ranch Clear Creek Farm - Coldwater, Michigan Land Of Grace Farm, Redden Bros Paint Creek Show Goats 2M Boer Goats Crew KT Boer Goats , Cactus Boer Goats, Blue Gainey Ranch Triple W Genetics , Anderson Acres Boer Goats, NorthView Show Stock , Old Mill Creek Boer Goats SAKB Boer Goats Showman & Mayne Boer Goats AgriPeril Livestock Mortality Insurance Yoakum Livestock Denise Crabtree, Hazelbaker Boer Goats , Pine Bank Boer Goats Newton Farms Southerland Acre Boer Goats Mazurek Family Ranch and Menger Creek Ranch MADI-TRV Boer Goats and Dust Devil Ranch Amarugia Boer Goats - Diefenbach Family Scholl Farms / Harman Farms/ Wickys Rockin Boer Goats Lucky Farms Culver Family Farm Culver Family Farm Transportation Services For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

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The marketing contest is a way for our youth to share highlights of JABGA and all that it has to offer. JABGA Marketing Contest JABGA Marketing Contest The marketing contest is a way for our youth to share highlights of JABGA and all that it has to offer. Marketing Contest Rules: What is it? The JABGA is introducing a new contest this year. The marketing contest is a way for our youth to share highlights of JABGA and all that it has to offer. The contest will highlight JABGA nationals and the regional show series contests that take place in June. It is also encouraged to focus on the location of nationals and all Louisville has to offer. How to participate? Members will create a social media post on Facebook, Instagram or both using #jabganationals. Junior members may use their own accounts or may use the account of a parent. The post will be a digital design created by the junior member to market the JABGA national show being in Louisville and all JABGA contests/ show events that take place during this week. The digital design will be posted online and then a high quality print out of the design will need to be submitted to the JABGA office in Louisville. Rules: This contest will NOT be required to participate in the unlock a lock. This contest will NOT go towards points for overall high point in the regional show series. Posts will need to be on social media no later than May 27th, 2024. The Junior members digital design will Not be judged based off of likes or shares from social media. Junior members will need to have a high-quality printout of their digital design and turn it into the JABGA office by Tuesday June 11th at noon. Do Not send the printout to the ABGA office in San Angelo. Judging process: To be fully entered into the contest the junior member must have a digital design on social media using #jabganationals and also have a high quality printed out version turned into the JABGA office. All digital designs will be judged, and the winners will be announced at the JABGA awards ceremony. Attendance is required to receive awards. For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org