Region 10 Director, Kim Veal Back to Board of Directors Kim Veal Region 9A Email Kim Veal has been raising Boer Goats for over twenty years, since 1996. In 1999, her family and she started showcasing their goats. Kim has been hosting the Peach State Classic and the Georgia Nationals in Perry, Georgia, for the past 20 years, and served as the superintendent of Boer Goats. She has been providing her expertise to multiple committees since 2005. Now, as a proud member of the board of directors, Kim is excited to continue serving the Boer goat community. Previous Director Next Director

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!

What National Agriculture Week Means To Me JABGA Board Member, Alaina Blair, reflects on what National Agriculture Week means to her. By Alaina Blair JABGA Board Member Alaina Blair Agriculture has provided me with vast opportunities and has impacted my life in many great ways: from skills learned and values instilled in me to hard work and responsibility are a way of life. It teaches perseverance, to hold tight to my faith, and know the sun will rise again tomorrow. Agriculture is not only cultivating the land, producing crops, and raising livestock, but it’s being a caregiver. It’s setting roots that run deep with family, history, and community. One day I will become part of a legacy left on the land as the next generation is raised. Agriculture is vital for all, for it produces the necessities that maintain life. ABGA has helped me find my passion and fuels my drive for the Boer goat industry. It’s given me the opportunity to be involved in the industry I so deeply love. Hopefully, one day I will be able to have a livelihood in becoming a veterinarian that specializes in small ruminants and giving back to the industry that has given me so much. Therefore, celebrating National Agriculture Week makes me think of gratitude and harvest time. Gratitude for the backbone of our nation that provides our food and a way of life to be proud of! It’s the past, present, and a promise of the future. It gives me a reason to celebrate the industry I love and settles my soul. Here’s to a lifestyle worth celebrating! #JABGA #news

Meet Alyssa Dugat, a resident of Alvin, Texas. Alyssa was nominated to be one of two judges for the JABGA National Show. Meet Alyssa Dugat, a resident of Alvin, Texas. Alyssa was nominated to be one of two judges for the JABGA National Show. JABGA National Show Judge Alyssa Dugat Alyssa has a degree in Baking and Pastry from The Art Institute. She currently works at a boutique bakery where she specializes in special occasion cakes and decorated sugar cookies. Alyssa is also no stranger to the culinary world, having competed on the Food Network Show Cupcake Wars in the early stages of her career. Judging the National Show is a bucket list item for an ABGA judge! I absolutely love working with the youth and the future of the Boer goat industry and there is no better place to do that than the JABGA National Show! - Alyssa Dugat When she's not working, Alyssa and her family love spending time outdoors, particularly saltwater fishing. She looks forward to attending the ABGA National Show every year, where she enjoys the sense of fellowship and camaraderie. #2023NationalShow Meet JABGA National Show Judge Alyssa Dugat Meet Alyssa Dugat, a resident of Alvin, Texas. Alyssa was nominated to be one of two judges for the JABGA National Show.

Corey Billups has been judging Boer goats for the last 9 years. He became an ABGA certified judge in 2016. Corey Billups has been raising and showing boer goats for the last 22 years. What started out as a 4-H project has evolved into a passion for the boer goat industry. Corey is the founder and sale manager for the Legendary Sale. He was active in a local goat association called the Tri-State Goat Producer Association. He served in many positions in this organization including show chairman, Treasurer, and Vice President. 2023 ABGA National Show Judge: Corey Billups Corey has been judging boer goats for the last 9 years. He became an ABGA certified judge in 2016. Corey is very passionate about the youth of the industry. Corey also co-hosts the JABGA Regional Show for the southern region with Kathy Carr. Corey is also part of the show committee for the North American International Livestock Expo (NAILE). Corey holds a double bachelor’s degree in agriculture economics and business management from the University of Kentucky. He also recently completed a Master’s degree in healthcare administration from the University of Kentucky. Corey is currently employed by the University of Kentucky Healthcare as the Patient Logistics and Transfer Center Director. #2023NationalShow #news Meet ABGA National Show Judge: Corey Billups Corey Billups has been judging Boer goats for the last 9 years. He became an ABGA certified judge in 2016.

Junior American Boer Goat Association member concentrating. Join JABGA The future of the Boer goat industry in is vested in the youth who are willing to dedicate their time to the production and/or exhibition of Boer goats. To ensure new Junior American Boer Goat Association members have an active adult member listed as their agent, the fillable JABGA New Junior Member Application pdf form must be filled out and emailed to mail@abga.org . JABGA New Junior Member Application .pdf Download PDF • 304KB Save the application to your computer or mobile device, fill and email to mail@abga.org, or print and mail to 4258 South Jackson St. San Angelo, Texas 76903 . #JABGA

ABGA provides an opportunity to promote & sell your products & services to over a thousand exhibitors & spectators from across the country! BECOME A VENDOR ABGA provides an opportunity to promote & sell your products & services to over a thousand exhibitors & spectators from across the country! Vendor space is limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority placements will be given to those who sponsor the National Show. Become a Sponsor. Vendor Fees cover the following: Electricity Table(s) 2 chairs Your vendor space for the duration of the National Show Vendor Packages & Benefits COPPER VENDOR BENEFITS - $500 One (1) 10ft x 10ft booth exhibition space Business listed on the National Show website Business announced as a vendor during the National Show Business listed on a National Show vendor banner BRONZE VENDOR BENEFITS - $850 Two (2) 10ft x 10ft booth exhibition space Business listed on the National Show website Business announced as a vendor during the National Show Business listed on a National Show vendor banner SILVER VENDOR BENEFITS - $1100 Three (3) 10ft x 10ft booth exhibition space Business listed on the National Show website Business announced as a vendor during the National Show Business listed on a National Show vendor banner GOLD VENDOR BENEFITS - $1500 Three (3) 10ft x 10ft booth exhibition space Business and logo listed on the National Show website Business announced as a vendor during the National Show Business and logo Listed on a National Show vendor banner Advertisement on National Show website through November 30, 2024 PLATINUM VENDOR BENEFITS - $1750 Three (3) 10ft x 10ft booth exhibition space Business and logo listed on the National Show website Business announced as a vendor during the National Show Individual banner with logo hung in show arena Advertisement on National Show website through November 30, 2024 Priority placement behind those vendors who sponsor View current vendors For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Become a Vendor ABGA provides an opportunity to promote & sell your products & services to over a thousand exhibitors & spectators from across the country!

Garriott Ranch specializes in producing elite small ruminant livestock and marketing them to Junior show exhibitors coast to coast. Crede Garriott hails from Scottsburg, Indiana where he grew up on an award winning purebred cattle operation that was instrumental in the Maine-Anjou breed. An extra 4-H project of a Boer goat doe evolved into the operation that exists today. Garriott Ranch now specializes in producing elite small ruminant livestock and marketing them to Junior show exhibitors coast to coast. 2023 JABGA National Show Bred & Owned + Breeding Showmanship Judge: Crede Garriot Crede’s passion for the livestock industry led him to seek a profession in fitting which has grown into a career of clipping, photography and consulting. He is excited to give back to the industry that has shaped him and many others. Recognizing the need to educate the next generation of competitive individuals he began hosting Crede Garriott Goat Fitting Clinics. The clinics foster the development of a competitive skill set for the aspiring showman. Seeking to drive the market Crede became a sales representative for Willoughby Livestock. He enjoys bridging the gaps between breeders and exhibitors globally. When not in the barn Crede can be found spending time with his close friends and family or enjoying a classic science fiction novel. #2023NationalShow #news Meet JABGA Nationals Market Show, Commercial Doe Show, and Market Showmanship Judge: Crede Garriot Garriott Ranch specializes in producing elite small ruminant livestock and marketing them to Junior show exhibitors coast to coast.

The ABGA & JABGA National Show entry deadline is May 22, 2023, at 11:59pm CST. ⚠ The ABGA & JABGA National Show entry deadline is May 22, 2023, at 11:59pm CST. ⚠ Your entries and payment must be submitted by May 22, 2023 (11:59 PM CST) to avoid late fees. Late entries will be accepted after May 22 until June 1, 2023 (11:59pm CST) with added late fees. If your work order was in the office before the Herd Book deadline, but your goat is still not registered, your entry will be honored. Please use “PENDING” as the registration number and complete all other fields for your National Show entry on Showman.app. We are working hard to get your animals registered as soon as possible. If your animal’s registration application was not in the office, or registered by the Herd Book deadline, (May 15, 2023) but was entered in Showman, your animal will NOT be eligible for the National Show. Entries are non-refundable per the National Show Rules . Click here to enter the National Show #2023NationalShow #news Entry Deadline Important Updates The ABGA & JABGA National Show entry deadline is May 22, 2023, at 11:59pm CST.

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.

The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show will take place at the Kentucky Expo Center. The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show will take place in the West Hall. The barn is located inside the West Wing. Go to Lot V outside of Gate 1 for check-in, check-in, and tack unload. For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Facility and Barn Layout The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show will take place at the Kentucky Expo Center. Photo by Pearl's Pics .

2022 JABGA Face-to-Face: Day 3 The third and final day of our JABGA Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting in San Angelo, Texas is all wrapped up! The third and final day of our Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA) Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting in San Angelo, Texas is all wrapped up! JABGA directors kicked off the day with a tour of Denis Ranch Feedlot, in Vancourt; a small ruminant feed mill and custom feeder established in 1973. They house over 15,000 sheep and goats owned by independent producers. John Duke Hudson, a commercial meat goat broker and feeder, spoke about the feed mixes the mill produces and the efficiencies in health and growth they are trying to capitalize on. From there, the group traveled to the Rocking Chair Ranch owned by Loyd Whitehead. Ranch managers, Randy Wood, and Philip Vinson, along with Whitehead, guided the directors as they worked through pens of 5/8 3/8 Spanish Boer Cross goats. Discussions focused on crossbred versus purebred stock, management considerations, and Boer goat breed characteristics. The group also toured the sale ring space and spent time conversing about the challenges and opportunities facing the Boer breed, as well as the industry at large. JABGA extends its thanks to the generous people of the Rocking Chair Ranch and Denis Ranch for their hospitality and willingness to share their experiences and wealth of knowledge in animal agriculture. Directors resumed their business meeting at the American Boer Goat Association offices in the afternoon and capped off the trip with a hibachi dinner. #JABGA #news