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Sponsor the JABGA Regional Show Program: Supporting youth across all five JABGA areas in the U.S. as they showcase their goats and develop valuable skills. Sponsor The JABGA Regional Show Program The JABGA Regional Show Program encompasses all five JABGA areas across the United States, offering young participants a platform to showcase their goats. The program also engages youth with various contests and activities, fostering a comprehensive environment for learning and growth within the Boer goat community. Presenting Sponsor $20,000+ ✅ Exclusive Presenting rights. (Area X Regional Show Presented by Your Awesome Business ) ✅ Name/logo presented on all show materials including banners, printed materials, signage, etc. ✅ Name/logo presented on all digital advertisements including social media posts, e-newsletters, website announcements. ✅ Name/logo top billing on the sponsored Regional page, and showman.app Regional Show page. ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Logo with link to your website on the JABGA Home page ✅ 1 year of advertising in the Boer Goat e-newsletter. Diamond $10,000 - $19,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Logo with link to website on sponsored JABGA Regional Show page Platinum $5,000 - $9,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter Gold $1,000 - $4,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter Silver $500 - $999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show Bronze $100 - $499 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media Friend of JABGA $50 - $99 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show Patron of JABGA $20 - $49 ✅Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app Download a printable Regional Show Sponsorship packet by clicking the button below ↓ Regional Show Sponsorship Packet

Open PDF document in a new window Rules and Regulations Rules and Regulations ensure the American Boer Goat Association maintains breed standards, promotes fair practices, supports member integrity, and fosters a community of responsible breeders dedicated to the health and quality of Boer goats.

Executive Director - Caleb Boardman, a livestock judging coach in Texas, excels in competitions and promotes youth involvement in agriculture with his family. Caleb Boardman lives in Bryan, TX with his wife Kylie and 3 children – Cash (6), Tatum (4) and Tinsley (4). Caleb has spent the past 9 years on faculty at the University of Wyoming and most recently at Texas A&M as the coordinator and head coach of the livestock judging teams. Over that period, his teams won over 25 contests and were Reserve National Champions in 2022 and 2023. He coached 13 academic All-Americans and over 100 individual top-10 finishes. Caleb is originally from Northern Wyoming where he grew up on a large cattle operation focused on SimAngus genetics. Caleb attended Coffeyville Community College in Kansas where was named an All-American Livestock Judge and received his associates degree. He then attended Texas A&M University and was on the 2011 Reserve National Champion Livestock Judging Team and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agribusiness. He continued his education at A&M receiving his Master’s in ruminant nutrition while also serving as the graduate assistant coach, including coaching the 2013 National Champion Team. Caleb and his family own and operate Boardman Livestock focusing on blackface club lambs and enjoy working with families and youth in the showring. Caleb has been fortunate to judge livestock shows of all species in 27 states, including the National Western, OYE, Rodeo Austin and 15 different state fairs. < Back Caleb Boardman Executive Director Email All work orders must be submitted to mail@abga.org , or through our Contact page .

Boer goats gestate for an average of 150 days. Use the ABGA Gestation Calculator to determine the approximate due date of a pregnant goat based on the breeding or exposure date. Gestation Calculator Boer goats gestate for an average of 150 days. Use the ABGA Gestation Calculator to determine the approximate due date of a pregnant goat based on the breeding or exposure date. Gestation Calculator Exposure Date Expected Kidding Date: The average gestation period for Boer goats typically falls around 150 days. By choosing your breeding or estimated exposure date, you can determine the expected kidding date. It is advised to closely observe does 10 days before and after this anticipated date. Does expecting multiple kids often deliver earlier, while does expecting less kids often deliver later. For the highest likelihood of survival, a doe should ideally be at least 140 days into the pregnancy.

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American Boer Goat Association members and non-members can request DNA testing at a set price from ABGA and UC Davis. The DNA Program Explained Updates Starting September 1, 2021, all DNA will be voluntary, and all DNA has to be processed through the ABGA office . (Motion unanimously passed by the ABGA Board of Directors). UC Davis' current turnaround time is 15-20 business days from the date the sample is received. If samples require additional testing, no action on your part is required. No updated estimate for when testing will be completed is available. As of January 1, 2022 we are no longer sending DNA stickers. Results will be sent via email, unless requested. If you would like the DNA qualification reflected on your goat's Certificate of Registration, please send the certificate to the ABGA office. A $5 certificate reissue fee will be charged. The future of our DNA Program ... Read More DNA test request for members in good standing (current/renewed membership). Your member number must be included to receive the member price. Payment must be included to receive the DNA Sample Instructions. $35 Per Animal DNA test request for non-members or members with outstanding membership dues. Payment must be included to receive the DNA Sample Instructions. $40 Per Animal INSTRUCTIONS (All required fields must be filled out completely). Identification: All goats' DNA tested through ABGA must have ABGA identification such as their name and identifying marks or tattoo. Parent Verification: If you are requesting parent verification, check the type of verification (either sire, dam, or both), and BE SURE to fill in the Sire and/or Dam registration number and Veterinary Genetics Laboratory (VGL) Case ID Number. If you do not have a VGL Case ID number, you must purchase the DNA Sample Instructions for each parent you are verifying. PROCESSING TIME UC Davis will EMAIL your DNA Sample Instructions to your email address within three (3) business days of ONLINE submission to ABGA. If you did not provide an email address, the DNA Sample Instructions will be mailed to you. If you do not receive your DNA Sample Instructions within 3 business days, CHECK YOUR JUNK EMAIL . If it is not there, contact the ABGA office at (325) 486-2242, or email dna@abga.org . PULLING AND SENDING HAIR SAMPLE DNA Sample Instructions include instructions on how to pull the hair for the test and send it to UC Davis. Be sure to get the roots of the hair sample. Be sure to use a clean paper envelope. Be sure to write the goat's information on the envelope [name, registration number, your name]. Send the DNA Sample to UC Davis following the instructions in the DNA Sample Instructions you received. Send the confirmation to ABGA. ABGA Rule 802–I In cases where the submitting party is not the owner of record, an unopened vial, straw, or other container containing semen that has been identified in accordance with Rule 401.B is required for DNA test results to be accepted by ABGA. What does the DNA test do for me? It identifies the specific genetic markers associated with the goat you have tested. It allows for parent verification and future identification of that goat as the parent of any kid(s). It will show on your goat’s registration papers, and on online searches people do that your goat’s identity is verified and recorded through the DNA test. It will allow you to show your goat’s parentage has been verified, if you have requested parent verification. What does the test do for ABGA? It lets us build our database of information on registered goats. Once we have that start we can ask UC Davis to test the samples for more markers that will give us the opportunity to improve our animals. Will DNA be used for research? Yes. UC Davis retains the right to use all samples stored at the VGL for research, whether the tests are performed for individuals, or for individuals through associations. Research and the benefits that it can provide to producers is the main focus of the program for the ABGA. As more members participate in the DNA testing program this will make meaningful research a reality for our animals for the first time. Who owns the DNA sample? All DNA samples are stored at UC Davis, and VGL retains the right to use any samples stored there for research, whether they are done for individuals, or for individuals through registries. For contract customer registries like ABGA, the registry has ultimate ownership of the sample. However, the owner receives the results of the DNA tests requested on their goats. This gives ABGA members the guarantee that should UC Davis decide to dispose of samples processed through ABGA requests, ABGA can move those samples to another facility so they are still available for research that will benefit all members. Should it matter to me that the ABGA shares ownership of the sample? Yes. It gives you the guarantee that your sample is safe, regardless of what UC Davis may decide in the future. It makes it easier and cheaper for members to DNA test their goats, and verify parentage, if they wish to do that. Who gets a copy of the DNA Report listing the Markers? For contract customer registries, like ABGA, the owner of the goat will receive a copy of the results to be kept with the animal, and the registry receives a copy of the results to be stored in the appropriate registry herd book. Does ABGA make the DNA Report on my goat available to anyone else? No, absolutely not. If you want someone to have that information, you must provide it to them yourself. Can I get other animals DNA results? No. Only the owner of the DNA sample can get that information. The member will need to contact the owner of the animal who is also the owner of the DNA to get those results. Can I submit DNA directly to UC Davis? You can submit directly to UC Davis for your own records, but unfortunately ABGA does not accept DNA results that are submitted directly to UC Davis. Can the test tell me if my goat is a percentage or fullblood? No. With current information available, there is no way to tell what percentage Boer is in a goat. Is there an extra fee for parent verification? No. The ABGA included this service in our price of doing the DNA test. Will I be told who the parents are? No. The test will show how close they matched, or didn’t match what you indicated on the form. Can I request parent verification of my goat(s) if I don’t own one of the parents? Yes, but only if you verify parentage through ABGA, the parents are registered and have been DNA tested through ABGA. The goat you are verifying parentage of must have some form of an ABGA registration or listing paper number and then all you need is the goat’s parents’ registration numbers to verify the parentage of your goat. If the goat’s parents have not been DNA tested, you would need to order DNA test sample kits on the parents as well as the goat at the same time. If you verify through UC Davis, and/or your goat’s parents have not been DNA tested through ABGA, you must have the VGL Case ID number from their owner. Do I need to keep a sample of the hair? Both UC Davis and ABGA suggest that when you pull a sample to send in for testing, you pull another sample. Place it in an envelope the same way you do the sample you’re sending in and write the identifying information on the envelope. Store it in a DRY, safe place. The best protection of your sample is to leave it in storage at UC Davis where there are documented safeguards in place. Who Owns the Rights to Do Research on the Sample or Sell those Rights? A sample by itself is worthless for research. However, UC Davis retains research rights on all samples it houses, whether they come from individual customers or contract customer associations, like the ABGA. Here is the language each customer receives from UC Davis: [USE OF DATA. All Research data, including but not limited to, all notebooks, DNA typing protocols, original laboratory records, and any research reports, shall be usable by University in pursuit of its mission of teaching, research and public service. University reserves the right, subject to individual confidentiality requirements, to publish any or all research results developed from such data.] Frequently Asked DNA Questions Request DNA Testing Download Printable Form Complete Online Form

The Public Speaking contest encourages participants to develop communication skills while sharing knowledge about the Boer goat industry and breed. 2025–2026 Regional and National Public Speaking Topics The Public Speaking contest encourages participants to develop communication skills while sharing knowledge about the Boer goat industry and breed. The Public Speaking Contest builds communication skills and confidence while allowing JABGA youth to share knowledge of the Boer goat industry. Each age division has specific topics that promote leadership, critical thinking, and advocacy for agriculture. Novice and Junior divisions may choose either of their two topics and may use the same one at both Regionals and Nationals. Age Division Time Allotted Topics NOVICE (4 – 7 years old) 2-4 minutes What challenge(s) have you faced with your animal(s) and how did you fix it? What is your favorite part of taking care of your goat? JUNIOR (8 – 12 years old) 3-5 minutes Why is responsibility important when raising livestock and how does it impact you as a breeder and/or showman? What traits do you look for when buying your next goat? i.e. for breeding or showing. INTERMEDIATE (13 – 16 years old) 4-6 minutes Regionals What are major challenges goat breeders face today and how do issues like disease, market trends and environmental factors impact their operations Nationals What are different nutritional needs for goats during their different life stages? i.e. kids, show goats, pregnant/nursing does and market goats. SENIOR (17 – 21 years old) 5-7 minutes Regionals How have advancements in Boer goat genetics and modern breeding techniques impacted the goat industry? Nationals Why is it important for youth involved in agriculture to advocate for the JABGA and the industry in today's digital age and how can they do it effectively? Related Posts Oct 25, 2024 2024 - 2025 Regional Show Series: Public Speaking Topics The Public Speaking contest encourages participants to develop communication skills while sharing knowledge about the Boer goat industry and breed. Oct 11, 2022 2022 - 2023 JABGA Public Speaking Contest Updated rules and topics for the 2022-2023 JABGA Regional Show Series Public Speaking contest.

Drum roll, please. The overall placing winner of ABGA’s first-ever JABGA National Show Meat Goat Evaluation is Sophie Sturges. She... JABGA Meat Goat Evaluation Winners Drum roll, please. The overall placing winner of ABGA’s first-ever JABGA National Show Meat Goat Evaluation is Sophie Sturges. She... Drum roll, please. The overall placing winner of ABGA’s first-ever JABGA National Show Meat Goat Evaluation is Sophie Sturges. She received $3,650. JABGA Meat Goat Evaluation Winner Sophie Sturgis Here’s a look at how exhibitors placed: Light Weight Class 1st place: Wyatt Stevens 2nd place: Colton Westfall 3rd place: Dacota Higgins 4th place: Aris Barrientez 5th place: Baylee Lamb Medium Weight Class 1st place: Casey Jo Stevens 2nd place: Maddie Boyd 3rd place: Austin Hendrickson 4th place: Kaden Brown Heavy Weight Class 1st place: Sophie Sturges 2nd place: Lawson Brown 3rd place: Nathan Brown 4th place: Cannon Wilhoit Carcass Evaluation Class 1st place: Sophie Sturges 2nd place: Nathan Brown 3rd place: Lawson Brown 4th place: Kaden Brown 5th place: Casey Jo Stevens Record Book 1st place: Casey Jo Stevens 2nd place: Lawson Brown 3rd place: Sophie Sturges 4th place: Wyatt Stevens 5th place: Austin Hendrickson 6th place: Dacota Higgins 7th place: Maddie Boyd 8th place: Baylee Lamb 9th place: Aris Barrientez 10th place: Kaden Brown 11th place: Cannon Wilhoit 12th place: Nathan Brown 13th place: Colton Westfall Total Sophie Sturges: $3,650 Casey Jo Stevens: $2,550 Lawson Brown: $1,050 Wyatt Stevens: $850 Austin Hendrickson: $700 Dacota Higgins: $650 Maddie Boyd: $650 Nathan Brown: $550 Kaden Brown: $500 Aris Barrientez: $450 Baylee Lamb: $450 Colton Westfall: $350 Cannon Wilhoit: $350 We would like to thank all exhibitors who participated in our inaugural JABGA National Show Meat Goat Related Posts

Beyond the Banner: What Showing Goats Teaches Us By: Bella Philips, JABGA Area 2 Board of Director When most people think about livestock shows, they picture banners, ribbons, and champions standing proudly in the ring. Those moments are exciting and rewarding, and they are often what people remember most. However, anyone who has spent time in the goat barn knows that the banner is only a small part of the experience. The real lessons come from late nights, the longs days of preparation, and the people you meet along the way. Showing goats teaches youth responsibility, commitment, and leadership. Lessons that last far beyond the show ring. One of the first things showing goats teaches is responsibility. Livestock rely on their caretakers every single day. Feeding, watering, cleaning pens, and checking on animals quickly becomes part of your daily routine. Unlike many activities, livestock do not wait until it is convenient. They depend on you no matter the weather, your schedule, or how busy life gets. Through these daily tasks, exhibitors learn that their actions directly affect the health and success of their animals. Over time, that responsibility becomes something you take pride in, and it often carries over into other areas of life as well. Showing goats also teaches the value of hard work that happens behind the scenes. What spectators and fellow showman see in the ring only lasts a few minutes, but the preparation leading up to that moment can take months. Practicing showmanship, washing, clipping, and making sure everything is ready for show day requires time and patience. Many of the most important lessons are learned during these quiet moments in the barn. It is where junior members develop discipline and learn that success does not come from one moment, it comes from the effort you put in every day leading up to it. Of course, not every show ends with the result you hoped for. The show ring has a way of teaching lessons about both winning and losing. Sometimes you can work incredibly hard and still not place where you expected. Those moments can be frustrating (trust me I have been there), but they are also opportunities to grow. Exhibitors learn to respect the judge’s decision, congratulate fellow competitors, and focus on what they can improve next time. Learning how to handle both success and disappointment with humility is one of the most valuable lessons the show ring offers. Another important part of the livestock industry is the leadership and mentorship that develops within it. Many exhibitors remember being new to the show ring and learning from those who had more experience. As time goes on, those same exhibitors often find themselves helping younger members learn how to brace a goat, prepare for showmanship, or feel more confident stepping into the ring. Through my own involvement in the goat industry, including serving on the JABGA Junior Board and mentoring younger exhibitors, I have seen how important it is to support the next generation. Helping others succeed is one of the most rewarding parts of being involved in the livestock community. The friendships formed through showing goats are another part of the experience that many exhibitors cherish. Long days spent at shows, helping each other prepare animals for the show ring, and traveling throughout the show season often lead to friendships that last well beyond the final drive. The livestock community is know for being supportive, whether that means lending a can of tail adhesive, offering advice, or simply cheering for a friend in the ring. While banners and awards are exciting achievements, they are not the most meaningful part of the experience. The true value of showing goats come from the lessons learned along the way, the responsibility of caring for livestock, the discipline developed through hard work, the friendships built in the barn, and the leadership skills gained through helping others. Those lessons stay with exhibitors long after the trailers head home from the show. In the end, the banner may hang on the wall, but the experiences and values learned through showing goats are what truly last a lifetime. Related Posts

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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!

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