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: nationalshow@abga.org Makayla Richardson Burns Get to know ABGA National Show Judge Makayla Richardson Burns

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The JABGA will be having a coloring contest for all junior members in the novice and junior age divisions. JABGA Coloring Contest The JABGA will be having a coloring contest for all junior members in the novice and junior age divisions. More information coming soon For more information or questions, contact criley@abga.org

View and download the updated Drug Testing Policy Drug Testing Policy View and download the updated Drug Testing Policy 🚨 ATTENTION NATIONALS PARTICIPANTS 🚨 Please review the ABGA Drug Testing Policy before the National Show. ✅ No medical form is required this year. ✅ All exhibitors must sign an agreement to the Drug Testing Policy. The agreement will be available inside your exhibitor packet at Nationals. ✅ Positive test results or refusal to test may lead to disqualification, loss of awards, and/or other actions as detailed in the policy. Let's work together to ensure a fair and competitive Nationals! Click the button below to open the Drug Testing Policy in a new window. Highlighted sections indicate updates from the 2024 policy. Drug Testing Policy For more information or questions, contact criley@abga.org

Become an intern at ABGA National Show in Louisville, KY (May 28 - June 8, 2025). National Show Internship Opportunities Become an intern at ABGA National Show in Louisville, KY (May 28 - June 8, 2025). The ABGA takes great pride in providing exceptional learning opportunities that offer real-world applications. The ABGA hopes that our intern’s knowledge and experience gathered during their time at the National Show continues to be applied to the outside world and to their future endeavors. This is an unpaid internship role. Hotel and food costs will be covered daily. Position: National Show General Internship (3) and National Show Media Internship (1) Location: Louisville, Kentucky - Kentucky Exposition Center Dates: May 28 - June 8, 2025 Applications Due: April 15, 2025 Program Purpose:   The purpose of the ABGA and JABGA National Show Internship program is to provide a learning experience for recent high school graduates (18+), college students, college graduates and/or those interested in the American Boer Goat Association. Interns will gain experience in conducting and executing a National Show as well as gain exposure and network with agriculture leaders from across the United States. Interns will be expected to provide ABGA with assistance in daily tasks during the National Show and to provide social media coverage for the event.   Eligibility/Requirements: Applicants must be a 2024 high school graduate (18+) or older. Applicants cannot be exhibitors or competitors at the 2025 ABGA and JABGA National Show. A candidate with prior show experience is a plus. Must be able to provide your own means of transportation to the National Show at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills with a strong work ethic. Self-motivation and the ability to work on a task with minimal supervision is ideal. A positive attitude and organizational skills are beneficial. Applicants must be available to work the entire length of the National Show. Internship Program: Interns will assist the JABGA Board and the ABGA office staff with specified tasks during the weeklong internship. Interns must provide their own way to the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky on May 28, 2025, and must work through the duration of the event to June 7, 2025. General Show Intern duties include, but are not limited to:  Set up of ABGA Office and supplies   Assist in the unloading process for exhibitors   Work the check-in gate during the arrival times of exhibitors Ensure cleanliness of ringside tables and bleachers   Aid in the setting up of the JABGA Awards Banquet Gather all show awards the morning of each show Assist with make-up ring and show results Media Intern duties include, but are not limited to:   Posting Show updates on social media  Taking pictures/video  Posting pictures/videos on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok  Post all showmanship and division winners on social media.   General media coverage of the National Show. How to Apply: Click the button below to apply and submit your resume. Application Resume Apply now! If you have any questions, please contact: criley@abga.org For more information or questions, contact criley@abga.org

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Get to know JABGA National Show Judge, Nick Hammett Nick Hammett, along with his wife Rebekah, son Cole, and daughter Lauren, make their home in Ashland, Missouri. Seeking a family activity in the livestock industry, they started as COLA Show Goats in 2013 raising and showing ABGA registered goats around the country. In 2020 they re-branded themselves as Hammett Showstock, focusing on raising wethers and commercial show doe prospects. Nick Hammett After obtaining degrees from the University of Missouri and Colorado State University, Nick has spent his career in the beef industry. Nick currently works for Neogen, marketing beef cattle genomic testing. He particularly enjoys assisting producers in turning data into sustainable and profitable management decisions and hopes to assist the goat industry in developing those same opportunities. Nick Judged the ABGA National Open show in 2018, the National Market and Commercial Doe show in 2021 and the first two ABGA National Carcass contests in 2022 and 2023. For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Nick Hammett Get to know JABGA National Show Judge, Nick Hammett

The Area 5 JABGA Regional Show will take place in Sweetwater, Texas from Nov. 22 - 23, 2024. Area 5 JABGA Regional Show View Regional Show Rules Enter the Show! 📍 Location: Nolan County Coliseum | 220 Coliseum Dr, Sweetwater, TX 79556 📅 Dates: November 22-23, 2024 🤠 Judge: Justin Burns 📄 Show Secretary: Kelly Murray April Bridget 📧 Email: Kelly Murray - Kellymurray678@yahoo.com April Bridget - arb.btl@gmail.com 📞 Phone: Kelly Murray - (325) 205-0405 April Bridget - ( 210) 723-5059 SCHEDULE FRIDAY 5 PM Fitting Contest Welcome Pizza Party after Fitting Contest 6 PM ABGA Fundraiser Show SATURDAY 8 AM Skill-a-Thon Public Speaking Sales Talk 9 AM Commercial Doe/Market Showmanship 9am Commercial Doe Show Market Show Breeding Showmanship Breeding Show Goat Judging Public Speaking Topics NOVICE How do you get a goat ready for a show? JUNIOR What is the importance of the JABGA? INTERMEDIATE What are some short term and long term goals for your herd? SENIOR Describe reproduction practices within your herd. View Skill-a-thon Study Guide + more

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Mark your calendars! The 2025 National Show is set to be an unforgettable event, and we can’t wait to see you there. Schedule Updates and Deadlines Mark your calendars! The 2025 National Show is set to be an unforgettable event, and we can’t wait to see you there. 🎉 Get Ready for the 2025 ABGA & JABGA National Show! 🎉 Mark your calendars! The 2025 National Show is set to be an unforgettable event, and we can’t wait to see you there. Whether you’re a JABGA or ABGA participant, there’s something for everyone, including market shows, breeding showmanship, fitting contests, and more. Show Entry Show Entry will open April 1, 2025 Age calculated as of June 1, 2025 Entry Closes Your entries and payment must be submitted by May 16, 2025 (11:59 PM CST) to avoid late fees. Age Calculated as of June 1, 2025 Herd Book Herd Book will close May 16, 2025. If your work order is in the office before the Herd Book deadline, but your goat is still not registered, your entry will be honored. Late Entry Late entries will be accepted from May 17, 2025 until May 23, 2025 (11:59pm CST) with added late fees. Age Calculated as of June 1, 2025 Schedule May 28th - Office Move In (Wed) 12 PM - Office Staff Move in May 29th- Tack Unload & Early Pass Move in (Thurs) 10 AM - 4 PM Early Pass Move In* (Committee and Early Pass Holders ONLY) 12 PM - 4 PM Optional Tack Unload May 30th - JABGA & ABGA Move in Day (Fri) 6 AM - 4 PM JABGA & ABGA Move-In Day Welcome Event May 31st – Contest and Meat Goat Eval (Sat) 6 AM - 8 AM JABGA & ABGA Move-In All JABGA exhibitors must be in place by 8 AM (Sat) 8 AM - Noon JABGA Check In 11 AM - 1PM Market and Commercial Weigh In 12 PM - Meat Goat Evaluation Record Books due to Office 12 PM - Fun Activity, Boot Scramble 1 PM - Stock Show University – Sponsored by Sullivan Supply 2 PM - Judging Contest with Senior Reasons Following 1 PM - 5 PM - Public Speaking, Sales Talk and Skill-a-thon open 5 PM - Meat Goat Evaluation – Live Class 6 PM - Fitting Contest June 1st – Market Showmanship, Market/ Commercial Show, Breeding Showmanship, PeeWee Showmanship (Sun) 8 AM - Market Showmanship – OLDEST to YOUNGEST Market Wethers to follow Showmanship Lunch Commercial Does following the lunch break Presentation of Premier Exhibitor 5 PM - Breeding Showmanship- YOUNGEST to OLDEST 7 PM Meat Goat Eval Load Out June 2nd– Bred & Owned Show, Costume Contest (Mon) 6 AM - Noon ABGA Goats Move In (All ABGA Animals in by Noon) 8 AM - JABGA B&O Show Lunch- Costume Contest & Invitational Sale Preview June 3rd – JABGA Fullblood Doe & Buck Show (Tue) 8 AM - JABGA Fullblood Doe & Fullblood Buck Show Lunch - Pee Wee Showmanship 7 PM- Invitational Sale Online Sale & ABGA Members Banquet June 4th – ABGA Buck Show, JABGA Awards Ceremony (Wed) 8 AM – JABGA Percentage Doe Show Lunch ABGA Buck Show 5 PM – JABGA Awards Ceremony June 5th– ABGA Fullblood Doe Show (Thurs) 8 AM – ABGA Fullblood Doe Show Lunch - Old Timers Showmanship Coni Ross class before the Fullblood Doe Grand Drive June 6th – ABGA Percentage Show & Move out (Fri) 8 AM – ABGA Percentage Doe Show June 7th – All Animals out by 8am (Sat) Schedule subject to change Stay tuned—the official National Show website will be launching soon with more details. We can’t wait to see you all and share this exciting journey with you. Let’s make the 2025 National Show the best one yet! 🦜🌴🦩 For more information or questions, contact criley@abga.org

ABGA judges are respected as experts in the Boer breed, & take great pride in fostering goodwill & competition in the National Show ring. Judges ABGA judges are respected as experts in the Boer breed, & take great pride in fostering goodwill & competition in the National Show ring. ABGA Linda West, Kathy Daves-Carr, Josh Stephans JABGA Jason Brashear, Clint Demmitt, Sammy Lerena JABGA Bred & Owned + Breeding Showmanship Josh Taylor, Randall White JABGA Wether Type Justin Burns For more information or questions, contact criley@abga.org