Check out the results and pics from the Area 3 JABGA Regional Show: Racing to the Heartland in Greenfield, Indiana! Area 3 JABGA Regional Show: Racing to the Heartland Check out the results and pics from the Area 3 JABGA Regional Show: Racing to the Heartland in Greenfield, Indiana! Check out these photos from the Area 3 JABGA Regional Show: Racing to the Heartland! See Racing to the Heartland Show #1 results HERE . See Racing to the Heartland Show #2 results HERE . See the contest results below. Related Posts

Discovering the rewards of showing goats: hard work, passion, community, and personal growth make every moment in the ring worthwhile. The Reward of Pursuing Your Passion Discovering the rewards of showing goats: hard work, passion, community, and personal growth make every moment in the ring worthwhile. The Reward of Pursuing Your Passion For those who are passionate about the goat industry, there is nothing quite like the feeling of showing. It’s a combination of hard work, dedication, and pride that makes every moment in the ring worth it. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just beginning your journey, the process of preparing and showing goats provides invaluable life lessons, and the hard work always pays off in the end. One of the key responsibilities of showing goats is the commitment it takes to reach success. It’s not just about showing up on the day of the event – months of preparation go into getting a goat ready. Preparation involves daily care, feeding, hair care, and showmanship training to ensure the animal is in its prime for show day. The physical labor can be tiring or feel never-ending, but the lessons learned from the process result in a rewarding experience. It is during these long hours that your passion for the goat breed is truly nurtured. Watching your goat grow and develop through your care and effort is a reminder of why you do what you do—because you love it. Enjoying your passion in the goat industry is about more than just competing; it’s about the bond you form with the animals. There’s a deep satisfaction in seeing the progress and growth that result from your dedication. The early mornings, the late nights, and the countless hours spent training and grooming aren’t seen as a burden but as a labor of love. You learn to enjoy every step of the journey, from the quiet moments spent in the barn to the energy of competition day. This connection between your passion and the work you put in creates an experience that goes beyond trophies and titles—it becomes a way of life. Another important element is the skill-building that comes with the territory. From learning how to handle goats in the ring to understanding the finer points of judging criteria, the experience helps develop knowledge and expertise in animal care and presentation. It requires attention to detail, from ensuring the hair coat is in perfect condition to making sure the animal is comfortable in the environment of the show ring. These skills not only benefit you in competition but also in everyday life, fostering qualities like hard work and the ethic that deems success. Passion drives this learning process, as the desire to improve and excel keeps you motivated and engaged. The joy of mastering these skills and watching your animals perform at their best is unmatched. The camaraderie with other goat exhibitors is another benefit of showing goats. You build friendships with fellow exhibitors, share advice, and celebrate each other's victories. The sense of community that develops within the industry is invaluable, providing support and encouragement when the going gets tough. Being part of a community that shares your passion makes the long hours and hard work feel more worthwhile. It’s not just about individual success; it’s about the collective passion that binds everyone together. The shared love for animals and the lifestyle creates lifelong connections and memories that extend far beyond the show ring. Of course, the real reward comes on show day. Walking into the ring with your goat, knowing the countless hours of work you’ve put in, fills you with a sense of accomplishment. Whether you take home the grand title or not, the pride in seeing your hard work pay off is unmatched. Success in showing goats is not just measured by banners but by the personal growth and satisfaction that come from pursuing your passion. The joy comes not only from the accolades but from knowing you’ve put your heart into every aspect of the journey. The process itself becomes the reward, and each show becomes another opportunity to celebrate the passion you live for. In conclusion, while showing goats requires immense effort, the hard work is undoubtedly worth it. The lessons learned, friendships built, and sense of accomplishment make the entire lifestyle rewarding. There is nothing more fulfilling than pursuing your passion and reaping the rewards in and out of the show ring. This passion is what drives you forward, transforming hard work into joy and challenges into opportunities for growth. Passion makes every part of the journey—every early morning, every late night, every show day—worthwhile. Related Posts Jan 17, 2025 Being a Mentor by Logan Hollen Finding a mentor in a new program, like JABGA, provides guidance, builds experience, and fosters shared passion to achieve your goals. Dec 2, 2024 Overcoming Obstacles in the Industry The Boer goat industry faces challenges like breeding for quality, disease management, and labor commitment. Despite these, the rewards are immense. By Alaina Blair Oct 18, 2024 Maintaining Breed Integrity The Reasons Behind the Breed Standards by Jada Young

The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show is expected to draw approximately 1500 exhibitors, spectators, and participating businesses. Become a Sponsor The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show is expected to draw approximately 1,500 exhibitors, spectators, and participating businesses. The show will be broadcast live via webcast. The webcast is recorded and archived for future viewing. For more information, sponsorship tiers, and rates click the button below. Ready to sponsor the 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show? View current sponsors. For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Become a Sponsor The 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show is expected to draw approximately 1500 exhibitors, spectators, and participating businesses.

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all the JABGA members who participated! 2023 JABGA National Show Contest & Overall Regional Series Results Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all the JABGA members who participated! Congratulations to the 2023 JABGA National Show contest winners and thank you to all the JABGA members who participated. We can't wait to see you at next year's National Show! #2023NationalShow Related Posts

Congratulations to the newly elected JABGA Board of Directors. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will have on the JABGA! 2023-2024 Elected JABGA Board of Directors Congratulations to the newly elected JABGA Board of Directors. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will have on the JABGA! Congratulations to the newly elected 2023-2024 JABGA Board of Directors! Jordan Jelinek (Area 1) Kate Schaefer (Area 2) Amber Schroeder (Area 3) Alaina Blair (Area 4) Rebecca Sullivan (Area 5) This is a momentous occasion and an exciting new chapter for the Junior American Boer Goat Association. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will have on the future of the JABGA program. Best wishes for a successful term ahead! #JABGA #news Related Posts

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Day two of our Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting is in the books! 2022 JABGA Face-to-Face: Day 2 Day two of our Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting is in the books! Day two of our Junior American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting is in the books! Our JABGA board members started the day at The Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center in San Angelo. The group toured the laboratories and research pens. They were also introduced to the center’s research, which spans several breeds of sheep and goats, feeding programs, fiber sources, crops, and technology-led parasite identification. We owe a special thank you to Sheep and Goat Program Specialist Jake Thorne and Dr. John Walker at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research Center. Our JABGA board enjoyed hearing their knowledge. We also owe a special thank you to Robert Cope, Senior Instructor/Research Associate in the Department of Agriculture at Angelo State University (ASU), for his wisdom and time during the tour of the laboratory. The group then traveled to the ASU Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Product Development Laboratory, where JABGA members got to see the product of the Boer goat breed – the meat! This further developed the knowledge JABGA members learned at the 2022 National Show Carcass Evaluation Class. After lunch, board members sat down for their official business meeting at the ABGA office. ABGA Board Vice President Kathy Daves-Carr attended virtually. JABGA board members ended the day enjoying a Texas country music concert on the banks of the Concho River in downtown San Angelo. Courtesy of: Avery Holman Up Next: Tours of Denis Feedlot and Rocking Chair Ranch! #JABGA #news Related Posts

All funds from the Old Timers' Show will benefit the JABGA. 2024 Old Timers Show The Old Timers Show will take place Thursday, June 13th during the lunch break. All funds will benefit the JABGA Scholarship Fund. Cost: $10 to enter $100 Exempt Pass $50 to get off the list Cannot be entered more than 4 times, per person To enter or purchase Exempt Passes, visit the show office, Sunday-Wednesday, during office hours. This is a family-friendly event, all participants must act in an appropriate manner. For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Old Timers' Showmanship All funds from the Old Timers' Show will benefit the JABGA. Photo by Pearl's Pics .

The American Boer Goat Association identifies animals based on age and ownership tattoos in the right and left ear of the animal. These tattoos must follow ABGA rules and guidelines. All goats must be tattooed at the time of application for registration. Each goat must have a unique tattoo sequence. The applicant’s HERD PREFIX shall be tattooed in the RIGHT EAR of all goats submitted for registration. (If a doe is sold to a new owner during pregnancy, offspring resulting from that pregnancy shall have the herd prefix of the owner of the doe at kidding tattooed in the right ear of each offspring submitted for registration). The LEFT EAR of all goats submitted for registration shall be tattooed with a letter to indicate the year the animal was born, followed by a serial number to designate the order of birth. (See ABGA Tattoo Letters ). No goat shall be registered by ABGA with the same tattoo (combination of right and left ear tattoos) within a 22 year period. Permanently implanted microchip identification will be accepted by ABGA as official identification in addition to, or in lieu of, tattoos. ABGA Tattoo Letters 2025 R 2024 P 2023 N 2022 M 2021 L Year Letter View More Tips for Successful Tattooing of Your Goats Halter or muzzle the animal, if necessary. Insert the correct symbols in the pliers. Check the correctness of the symbols by making a mark on a piece of paper. Smear ink on the skin, choosing an area free from freckles and warts, if possible. Place the symbols parallel to and between the veins or cartilage of the ear or the veins of the tail web. Green paste is much better for permanent tattoo identification, particularly where the tissue receiving the tattoo is black or very dark. Do not disturb the area until the healing process is complete, which may be from five to twenty-one days. Keep a list of tattoo numbers with names of animals and enter it in your private breeding record. To read the tattoo in a dark-ear animal, hold a lighted flashlight against the outside of the ear. Equipment Needed: Baking soda, tattoo digits, numbers and alphabet, tattoo ink (paste or roll-on; green is the most versatile), tattoo pliers, wet wipes, toothbrush, and towel. Clean the ear. Scrub the middle of the ear with a wipe. Dry the ear thoroughly. Apply ink to ear. Tattoo the ear using tattoo pliers. Push down hard. The herd prefix goes in the right ear, and the year letter and goat's number go in the left ear. Apply more ink. Apply baking soda. Work baking soda into tattooed area. Finished product after one year. Tattoo Guidelines ABGA identifies animals by their left and right ear tattoos These tattoos must follow ABGA rules and guidelines.

Location and date changes to upcoming JABGA Regional Shows. UPDATES: Area 2 and Area 4 Regional Shows Location and date changes to upcoming JABGA Regional Shows. The Area 4 Regional show is now in conjunction with Peach State Classic. The date of the show will be moved up to February 28 - March 1, 2025. The Area 2 Regional Show will now be in Des Moines, Iowa. We will keep you updated if there are any further changes or updates. 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! 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! Mar 20, 2023 Area 4 Regional Show: Peach State Classic Boer Goat Show Check out these pictures from the Area 4 Regional Show - Peach State Classic in Perry, Georgia!

Updated rules and topics for the 2022-2023 JABGA Regional Show Series Public Speaking contest. 2022 - 2023 JABGA Public Speaking Contest Updated rules and topics for the 2022-2023 JABGA Regional Show Series Public Speaking contest. Electronic devices will not be allowed in the holding area or contest room. Materials: two 3x5 inch note cards can be used; no other outside materials are allowed. Excessive reference to notes may result in deduction of points. The use of visual aids is not allowed. Each contestant must make the presentation without a microphone. Contestants shall not be penalized for moving about or using/not using a podium. Contestants will be penalized one point per second on each judge's score sheet for being over or under the time allowed for each speech. Ties will be broken by comparing scores in the following judging sections: Oral communication Speech composition Non-verbal communication Response to questions Dress appropriately for the subject you are presenting. Junior Division (ages 4 to 8) No less than 3 minutes no more than 5 minutes Additional 5 minutes will be given for related questions asked by the judges Regional Show: "Why is it important to keep your feed buckets, water troughs, and facilities clean?" National Show: "How do you keep a Boer goat healthy?" Intermediate Division (ages 9 to 13) No less than 4 minutes no more than 6 minutes Additional 5 minutes will be given for related questions asked by the judges Regional Show: "Why is it important for Boer goats to have correct breed standards?" National Show: "What can you do to raise awareness in the goat industry?" Senior Division (ages 14 & over) No less than 5 minutes no more than 7 minutes Additional 5 minutes will be given for related questions asked by the judges Regional Show: "What advice would you give to younger members in JABGA?" National Show: "How to be a mentor and influence new showmen/breeders?" You can find more information on the 2021-2022 JABGA Regional Show Series Show Rules here: https://www.abga.org/jabga/jabga-regional-show-rules . 2022-2023 JABGA Regional Show Rules .pdf Download PDF • 317KB #JABGA #news Related Posts

The goal of this contest is to raise awareness that the goats we raise are part of the food production system. Download the Meat Goat Evaluation Record Book Objective of Meat Goat Evaluation Contest The goal of this contest is to raise awareness that the goats we raise are part of the food production system in some way shape or form. Nearly every goat we raise is eventually eaten by someone and we are all producing a high-quality, lean, nutritious and delicious protein source. With little to no promotion of commercial goats or goat meat, prices are soaring for both and there is great opportunity for commercial goat producers and in particular, Boer producers. No breed can add growth, gain and red meat to the commercial goat industry like the Boer breed. The meat goat evaluation contest allows exhibitors to see first-hand how their projects are turned into a high-quality protein source. We will also collect DNA samples on each goat. They will be run on a 70,000 SNP goat test by Neogen and this will serve as the beginnings of a phenotype and genotype database for the Boer breed. The hope is to eventually collect enough data to identify markers that relate to economically relevant traits and make genetic improvement based on DNA technology. General Contest Rules Exhibitor must be a member of JABGA Contest is open to bucks, does, & wethers Goat must still have milk teeth Must be owned at least 60 days prior to the national show Limited to 1 goat per JABGA exhibitor This is a terminal contest Must participate in all 3 categories to be eligible for prizes and payouts Live Class Rules Animals must be slick sheared above the knees & hocks This is a no fit, blow & go show (no adhesives, powder, or paint) Classes will be divided by weight Minimum live weight of 75 lbs. Goats are subject to a random urine drug test Carcass Class Rules Carcass must be youthful appearing, no spool joints or excessive dark coloring Carcass shall be free of serious bruises (“old”, not recent), free of injection sites on the more valuable carcass parts - leg, loin, rack and shoulder (neck excluded) and free of any evidence of surgical altering of the live goat Slaughter facility reserves the right to condemn any carcass that does not comply with USDA standards Scoring & Payout Record book (50 Points Possible) placed 1-10, with payout to top five Carcass class (50 Points Possible) placed 1-10 with payout to top five Live class (50 Points Possible) placed 1-10 with payout to top five Carcass & Live class point system as follows 1st=50, 2nd=45, 3rd=40,....etc.) Overall contest score is determined by the aggregate total of points earned from each category Carcass Class Evaluation Criteria Carcass rankings will be determined through a combination of collected data and visual appraisal Data Collected During Carcass Class Photos Photos of the whole carcass and close up or ribbed section. Serves as both an educational piece and verification. DNA A tissue sample of each carcass will be submitted to Neogen for genotyping and storage. Age (Months) Market goats are usually referred to as kid/cabrito (2-14 months), young chevon (14-24 months), or aged chevon (over 24 months). Live weight (LW) Taken at live show in pounds Hot Carcass Weight (HCW) Taken after harvest, hide, hooves, head removed, ready for chill (lbs.) Leg Confirmation Score 15 (Prime +) 14 (Prime avg.) 13 (Prime-) 12 (Choice+) 11 (Choice avg.) 10 (Choice-) 9 (Good+) 8 (Good avg.) 7 (Good-) Confirmation Score 1 = Carcasses have a high proportion of meat to bone, are thickly muscled throughout the body with a bulging outside leg, rounded back strip, and a moderately thick outside shoulder. 2 = Carcasses have an average proportion of meat to bone, are moderately muscled throughout the body as indicated by a slightly thick and a slightly pronounced outside leg, a slightly full (flat or slightly shallow) back strip, and a slightly thick to slightly thin outside shoulder. 3 = Carcasses have a low ratio of meat to bone, an inferior meat type conformation. The legs, back, and shoulders are narrow in relation to its length. (Selection No. 3 carcasses resemble skinned jackrabbits) Leg Circumference Measured in cm at widest part of leg (average of both legs) Kidney, pelvic & heart fat (%KPH) As % of HCW, typically .0-5-3.5%. 1% = Small amount primarily in flank area 2% = heavier in flank, down to navel 3% = very heavy amount, into chest cavity Subcutaneous Fat Cover Score (SQF) External fat cover score as 1= minimal/none. 2= fat over rib and shoulder. 3= excessive fat cover. Back Fat (BF) Measured at center of Loin eye on 12th rib (tenths of an inch), adjusted by visual appraisal of entire carcass. Minimum and maximum adjusted fat thickness at the 12th rib, .05 inches to .25 inches, respectively. Loin Eye Area (LEA) 12th rib loin eye (Longissimus) area. Use standard 1/20 loin eye grid, measure both sides, average. (Sq. Inches) Body Wall Body wall thickness (includes fat, bone, and lean) measured 1" beyond Thickness (BWT) Loin eye, on both sides and averaged. (tenths of inch) Flank Lean Color A, B, C = A is lightest and pinkest, C is darkest Calculated Dressing % (DP) (HCW/LW) X100. % Cutability 60.6933 - (0.23174 x HCW) + (1.96202 x Loin Eye Area) - (1.57832 x BWT) 60.6933 - (0.23174 x HCW) + (1.96202 x Loin Eye Area) - (1.57832 x BWT Estimated percent boneless, closely trimmed retail cuts (%BCTRC) from the leg, loin, rack, and shoulder are used in ranking. 49.936 - (.0848 x hcw) - (4.376 x 12th rib fat) - (3.530 x BWT) + (2.456 X LEA) For more information or questions, contact: nationalshow@abga.org Meat Goat Evaluation The goal of this contest is to raise awareness that the goats we raise are part of the food production system.