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The Junior Ambassador Program empowers JABGA youth by fostering leadership, confidence, and networking skills. Through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on experiences, participants grow personally and professionally while engaging with peers and the association. This program inspires future leaders to take initiative, communicate effectively, and build meaningful connections for lifelong success. Junior Ambassadors The Junior Ambassador Program is designed to empower young JABGA members by fostering leadership development and enhancing networking skills. This program aims to provide a supportive environment where participants can build confidence, collaborate with peers, and engage with mentors to grow both personally and professionally. Through hands-on experiences, association involvement, and guided mentorship, the Junior Ambassador Program seeks to inspire the next generation of JABGA leaders to take initiative, communicate effectively, and cultivate meaningful connections that will benefit them throughout their lives. Area 1 California Luke Carmo Area 1 Washington Jaxyn Evald Area 2 Iowa Faithlynn Scholl Area 2 South Dakota Katy Scott Area 4 Florida Hunter Roof Area 4 Florida Livia Carbino Area 4 Tennesee Knox Logan Area 5 Texas Maci Koepke Area 5 Texas MacKenzi Koepke Area 5 Texas Clara Murray

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

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. October 8, 2026 Beyond the Banners: Finding Joy in the Journey September 10, 2026 Junior Animal Awards Program During the JABGA Junior Board Face-to-Face Meeting in July, the Junior Board passed the JABGA Animal Awards Program! August 12, 2026 JABGA Junior Board Face-to-Face Meeting Recap By: Jaelynn Namio-Grant, JABGA Liaison August 12, 2026 Small Changes, Bigger Opportunities: 2026-2027 Loud & Proud Regional Show Series By: Maddie Reis, JABGA President August 5, 2026 2026-2027 JABGA Regional Speech Topics Regional Show Speech Topics Announced July 31, 2026 JABGA JUNIOR DIRECTOR & AMBASSADOR FILL MY GOAT FUNDRAISER To kick off the season we are doing a “Fill My Goat” chart! Each director and ambassador needs to help raise $1250 for the series! JABGA news & updates Check out what's new and upcoming with the Junior American Boer Goat Association.

The Junior American Boer Goat Association divides the United States into five areas, with two representatives from each. The JABGA Board of Directors, youth committee, and ABGA Board of Directors form the governing system that oversees program implementation within the JABGA. The Junior Board is responsible for making key decisions that affect the organization, assisting in the preparation of events like the Regional and National Shows, and connecting with industry leaders and peers. JABGA board of directors The Junior American Boer Goat Association divides the United States into five areas, with two representatives from each. The JABGA Board of Directors, youth committee, and ABGA Board of Directors form the governing system that oversees program implementation within the JABGA. The Junior Board is responsible for making key decisions that affect the organization, assisting in the preparation of events like the Regional and National Shows, and connecting with industry leaders and peers. JABGA Area Map JABGA Minutes Candidate Bios JABGA Junior Board Face-to-Face Meeting Recap By: Jaelynn Namio-Grant, JABGA Liaison President, Area 1 Madison Reis Vice President, Area 2 Emma Rauschenberg Secretary, Area 5 Rebecca Sullivan Treasurer, Area 5 Lexi Bingham Reporter , Area 3 Lizzie Hefner Area 1 Jordan Jelinek Area 2 Lynnzae Van Wyk Area 3 Lillian Hisel Area 4 Brooke Arce Area 4 Evangeline Street JABGA Area Map Board Meeting Minutes Junior American Boer Goat Association board meeting minutes highlight key decisions, updates on ongoing projects, and future initiatives. Select Month Select Year Reset September 2, 2026 August 5, 2026 July 21, 2026 June 11, 2026 May 7, 2026 April 23, 2026 April 2, 2026 March 5, 2026 February 5, 2026 January 8, 2026 December 4, 2025 November 6, 2025 First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

The JABGA Board of Directors proposes the age change be implemented on September 1, 2023. JABGA Age Division Changes The JABGA Board of Directors proposes the age change be implemented on September 1, 2023. Current Junior (4-8 years old) Intermediate (9-13 years old) Senior (14-18 old) Updated Novice (4-7 years old) Junior (8-12 years old) Intermediate (13-16 years old) Senior (17-21 years old) JABGA Board of Directors proposes that the age change be implemented on September 1st, so it would be effective for the start of the 2023-2024 Regional Show Series and all JABGA shows. 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. Jul 21, 2023 Updated JABGA Speech Topics The updated Speech Topics were passed by the JABGA Board of Directors at the 2023 Summer Face-to Face meeting.

Get to know ABGA National Show Judge Makayla Richardson Burns Makayla Richardson Burns Makayla Richardson Burns Get to know ABGA National Show Judge Makayla Richardson Burns Hello, my name is MaKayla Burns. I am 28 years old and I have been a part of the Boer Goat Industry since I could remember, stepping into a show ring when I was just 3 years old, showing dairy goats. I am now married to my husband, Dustin Burns, and we have 3 kids, Jase, Evelynand Lainey, and we are now building our own herd as a family, known as Burns Premier Show Stock. I am formerly a “Richardson”, of Richardsons Boer Goats. My parents, Chris & Joyce Richardson raised my sister and I with goats starting with dairy goats, which they purchased to raise my baby sister with, who was allergic to cows milk. In the 90s, formula options were difficult, and our pediatrician actually recommended my mom to buy some goats and milk them. We then started showing dairy goats, but not long into that adventure, we were introduced to the meat goats, the Boer breed specifically and we switched directions, when my sister was old enough to no longer need the milk. She did eventually grow out of the allergy. Starting in Boer goats in 1999, I strongly remember making the long trip to Texas several times, where my parents befriended many of the founding members and breeders of the ABGA and started heavy into building our own herd, pulling genetics from all over the USA and learning a ton about the breed. I have fond memories of meeting several people, including but definitely not limited to, The Downen family (Downen Livestock), Jim & Lynn Farmer (Farmers Stock Exchange), Kallie Kohls (N&K Ranches), The Whitehead family of T4 Ranch, and The Ryals family (Rocking R Boer Goats), as well as seeing some of the most iconic and legendary bucks and does that have been a foundation in building the livestock out there today. My mother started becoming heavily involved with bringing the Boer breed to light in our state of Kentucky. Introducing it to our state fair board for the Kentucky State Fair, eventually allowing us to hold sanctioned shows at our state fair, hosting a South African Judges Training at our home with Lukas Burger & Louis Van Rensburg, working closely with them, learning how to evaluate the goats and hosting shows in our state at our local fairgrounds, bringing in breeders from all over the USA, including Texas, Missouri, Tennessee and more to help support the growth of the breed in our area. We continued traveling for years showing, attending sales, and meeting new people, all of which I hold as very fond memories growing up in this world of the Boer goat. I have since become heavily involved and passionate with the industry, and it’s become a part of my everyday life. I decided to become an ABGA judge, to further my endeavor with educating and evaluating the Boer goat. Passionate about education, and supporting our youth, I felt that was a way for me to give back from all my experiences and knowledge I have learned throughout the years and along the way, and be able to share with others who find the show ring home. I have learned a lot as a kid, being able to listen, observe, and soak in everything I could from some of the ABGA’s firsts, as well as view points from the South African Judges my mom brought to our home, which I owe a lot of my foundation thinking to them for their shared education with us. I have literally grown up within the industry and have been able to witness the evolvement of the breed as well as the enormous growth of breeders involvement in the ABGA. I hope to continue on with helping that growth, and when it comes to judging and evaluating these beautiful animals, I have set a goal with each show I set to judge, and that is to teach something new, to at least one person before I leave that show. It has been an incredible journey in life with being a part of the American Boer Goat Association, and it is something I am excited about bringing my growing family into as well, allowing our children to be involved with the JABGA and all the opportunities that come with it. For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 5 Regional Show a success! 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! Thank you to everyone that participated in the Area 5 Regional Show in Sweetwater, Texas. Thank you to all exhibitors, spectators, parents, and volunteers representing Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Wyoming, Arkansas, Indiana, and Florida! Thank You to Our Volunteers! We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following volunteers for their hard work and dedication in putting on the show: Kelly Murray Sallie Kerby April Bridget Dustin Fregia Your efforts made this event a success! Thank You to Our Judges We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our esteemed judges for their dedication and expertise: Justin Burns - Thank you for judging the regional show. Ron Dilley - Thank you for judging the ABGA show. We appreciate your commitment, time and effort! Thank You to Our Junior Board We would like to thank our Junior Board for their dedication and hard work. A special thank you goes to our Area 5 director and JABGA Treasurer, Jada Young , for her contributions and leadership. Heartfelt Thanks to Our Sponsors and Vendors Thanks to Grub Truck from Merkel, Texas for the food. Also, thank you to Central Texas Farm Credit and Capital Farm Credit for the swag bags. 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 Dustin Fregia & Family (Pizza Party) Dr. John & Karen Barber (T-Shirts) BRONZE SPONSORS Diamond R Store & Cafe • Ginny Boer Goats • J&J Livestock • Sleepy Hollow Farms FRIEND OF JABGA SPONSOR Tartaglia Boer Goats Thank You to Our Photographer Thank you to Kelly Edwards for your beautiful photos! You can view photos below or on Kelly's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/kiwiquarterhorsesandphotography/ Related Posts Dec 13, 2024 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! May 10, 2023 Area 5 JABGA Regional Show: Spring in the Ring Check out these contest results and pics from the Area 5 Regional Show, Spring in the Ring, held in Abilene, Texas.

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The Buck Performance Test, following ABGA Rule 1200, evaluates registered Boer bucks for growth, feed efficiency, and carcass merit. This assessment helps breeders identify top-performing genetics to enhance herd productivity and profitability. Buck Performance Test The Buck Performance Test, following ABGA Rule 1200, evaluates registered Boer bucks for growth, feed efficiency, and carcass merit. This assessment helps breeders identify top-performing genetics to enhance herd productivity and profitability. 2026 Registration Now Open ABGA Rule 1200 – Buck Performance Test Requirements Test Eligibility Open to registered Boer bucks. Bucks must be registered before the test ends. Test Duration Standard performance test lasts 84 days . Data Collection Measures include: Growth rate Feed efficiency Carcass merit Test Standards Test must be conducted at a recognized facility . Testing facility must follow ABGA’s approved protocol. Data Use Results help identify bucks with strong genetic potential. Supports breeding decisions and herd improvement. Compliance Only tests meeting Rule 1200 criteria are recognized by ABGA. To view Rule 1200 in full, visit our Rules and Regulations page. View Rules & Regulations Meat Goat Buck Performance Test Basics A buck performance test is a valuable tool for goat breeders to measure the genetic potential of young bucks. By evaluating traits like growth rate, feed efficiency, and muscle development in a controlled environment, breeders can identify the top-performing animals in their herd. This helps make informed breeding decisions, improve herd quality, and increase productivity. Buck tests also provide objective, data-backed results that support marketing and selection of superior genetics. Buck Test News & Updates Mar 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. Read More First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

The American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, Promoting, and Recording the American Boer Goat Breed. Past Editions September 2026 Member Update August 2026 Member Update July 2026 Member Update June 2026 Member Update May 2026 Member Update April 2026 Member Update First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last The Boer Goat Newsletter Subscribe to The Boer Goat Newsletter—ABGA’s monthly e‑newsletter delivering the latest on shows, membership highlights, and industry news directly to your email inbox. Stay in the Loop with ABGA News Never miss an important update—subscribe to The Boer Goat Newsletter, ABGA’s official e-newsletter delivered straight to your inbox monthly. It’s the best way to stay informed about office announcements, upcoming shows, membership news, and more. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or new to the community, our newsletter keeps you connected and up to date. Sign up today and stay ahead with everything ABGA! First Name Enter Your Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing to our newsletter! Last Name Latest Edition Open in new window

Read what JABGA Vice President, Logan Hollen, wrote about agriculture for National Agriculture Week. What is Agriculture? Read what JABGA Vice President, Logan Hollen, wrote about agriculture for National Agriculture Week. JABGA Vice President Logan Hollen What is Agriculture? As a girl growing up in Kentucky, I have been surrounded by ag my whole life. Throughout the past 18 years on this earth, I have learned what agricultural means to me. The foundation of the world is agriculture. Ag gives you everything – from the clothes on your back to the lights in your house. A few months ago, I found myself in front of a freshman ag class teaching them what agricultural is. After the lesson I left them with one last thing to remember, “without agricultural, we have nothing, without agriculture, we are nothing”. The American Boer Goat Association (ABGA) is a great representation of what agriculture is. This organization teaches young students about the importance of animals and how to properly care for them. We need more organizations such as the ABGA to share the importance of agriculture. I strive to share the importance of ag and continue to share with others why we must keep ag the focal point in everyday life. Related Posts

Lexi Bingham Hi, my name is Lexi Bingham, and I am a 16-year-old from Collbran, Colorado. I am currently serving as your Treasurer for the Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA). I have been showing and raising Boer goats for nine years and have been actively involved in JABGA for the past eight years. I currently attend Plateau Valley High School, where I plan to graduate early during my junior year in 2027. After graduation, I plan to continue growing my graphic design business while expanding my Boer goat breeding program. I am actively involved in both 4-H and FFA. Through 4-H, I show market goats and, in previous years, showed my service dog, Chief. Throughout my years in 4-H, I have held several leadership positions, including club Treasurer and President, where I developed valuable leadership, communication, and organizational skills. In FFA, my Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) focuses on my goat breeding operation. I raise both registered Boer goats and wetherbred goats that I market to 4-H and FFA exhibitors across the region. My goal is to provide high-quality livestock while helping younger exhibitors succeed in the show ring. Through my SAE, I have learned the importance of animal husbandry, genetics, record keeping, marketing, and customer service. Outside of agriculture, I enjoy creating graphics and promotional materials through my graphic design business, quilting for friends and family, reading, and spending time with my family and friends. Whether I'm in the barn, designing for clients, or volunteering through agricultural organizations, I strive to make a positive impact and continue learning every day.