Dear ABGA Members,   The National Show Judging Survey includes all qualified candidates who applied for consideration, with each judging team submitted directly by the applicants to ensure a fair and transparent selection process. At the July 2025 Face-to-Face Board of Directors Meeting, the Board approved opening the 2026 ABGA judges survey to all 2025 members in good standing and the 2026 JABGA Judges Survey to all JABGA members in good standing. Survey links have been emailed to the address on file. If you did not receive a survey and are a 2025 member in good standing (renewed your membership by January 1, 2025), please check your spam folder. If it has not been received, please email mail@abga.org . Survey links have been emailed to the address on file. When completing your survey, please select one candidate or team per JABGA show and one team for the ABGA Open Show. Only one survey per member number is permitted, and once submitted, your survey cannot be changed. All surveys must be submitted by Friday, December 5, 2025.   Thank you for your continued dedication to ABGA and the success of our National Show.   Sincerely, American Boer Goat Association

Get ready to compete at National Western Stock Show 2026! The Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series is coming to Denver, Colorado! 📌 NWSS  – Denver, CO 📅 January 10-25, 2026 ⌛ Late Deadline:  Dec. 10 🏆 Judges: ABGA  – Josh Taylor JABGA  – Jacquie Redden Learn more - Premium Book Don't miss out get your entries in now and we will see you in Denver!

During the November Board meeting, the Board of Directors passed motions to provide more details on the junior animal weighing protocol. Updates are as follows: Market Goats and Wether Dams will have a ± 5 lb weigh back. All junior division (0-12 months) breeding goats will have a ± 5 lb weigh back. Exhibitors will turn in their weights via showman. Weight submission deadlines will be published in the National Show Rules.​​

During the Board of Directors meeting October 23 rd , alterations were made to the original Junior division proposal that was passed and published earlier this month. This will be in place for Regional Shows and the National Show only. Regular sanctioned shows will show by age division only as has always been the case. The key highlights are listed below, as well as additional answers to address what we felt may be frequently asked questions. Return to the original age breaks of 0-3, 3-6, 6-9 and 9-12 Class breaks within ages will be split by weight ADG and DOB will still be published in the show book and provided to judges Weights will be declared by exhibitors, and a weigh back will be done on top 10 Market and Wether Dam classes will also have a declared weight and weigh back Wether Dams will self-declare their teeth division, and will be checked at the scale during weigh backs Q: Why did the board modify their original proposal? A: There was a lot of feedback from members on both sides of the aisle on this issue, and the board heard these concerns and re-addressed it. The new protocol still addresses issues with aging, while also ensuring that performance and strengths of the Boer breed can be rewarded within classes. The board also realizes that breeding for nationals has already concluded, and accordingly, this allows for members to exhibit animals in the class that they bred for. Q: What does “Declared Weight” and “Weigh Back” mean? A: Rather than having show staff weigh each animal entered in the show, the exhibitor will be responsible for submitting a weight on their animal. Scales will be available in the barns for use throughout the week to ensure exhibitors have an accurate weight on their animal. The top 10 animals (or all animals that are pulled by the judges if greater than 10) in each class will then be required to be weighed in the ring. They will have to weigh within a set range of their declared weight. Q: Why did the board vote to do weigh backs instead of weigh-ins? A: Declared weights and weigh backs help address several issues. 1 – It ensures that animals are showing at accurate weights. With a weigh-in only, exhibitors could significantly “hold” their animal to reduce weight and get in a lighter class, and then “re-fill” them between weigh-ins and the show. 2 – It is healthier on the animals. By having declared weights and weigh backs should prevent withholding feed and water to get in a lighter class. 3 – It will make the registration and check-in process smoother for exhibitors as they will not have to stand in-line to weigh their animal. Q: What if an animal shows at multiple shows throughout the week? Example – An animal that is entered in the JABGA bred and owned show, the JABGA show and the ABGA show?    A: Specifics for this scenario are still being finalized and will be published in the National Show rules, but there will be an opportunity for that animal to have a weight submitted for each show they are entered in. This will ensure that if an animal’s weight fluctuates through the week, the weight can be adjusted for the following shows. Q: When will the weigh back occur ? A: Again, specifics are still being worked through, but the initial plan is to weigh after the judges have made their initial cuts and checked for cull-faults. This would likely happen while the animals are waiting in line to be viewed in the turn-loose ring. Q: When will weight cards be due? A: This is also still being determined and will be published in the National Show Rules. Q: What happens if an animal does not weigh within the acceptable range for the declared weight that was turned in? A: This would be a term called “weighing out.” If this happens, that animal would be DQ’d from the class. Q: What if I don’t know how to mouth my wether dam to check her teeth and determine what division she should be in? A: We will have numerous educational resources available for exhibitors. You can always ask a seasoned exhibitor/breeder for guidance on this as well. Most producers are willing to help JABGA members learn! Q: What will be the allowed range for the weigh back? A: This is still being determined. The board of directors and staff are currently working on a plan that will be fair for all exhibitors. Official rules and specific examples will be published in the national show rules. Q: Will the judges be required to use the data provided to them? A: No. It will be up to each judge’s discretion on how much emphasis they place on the weight and date of birth data.

A special board meeting will take place on Thursday, October 23, 2025 , at 7:00 PM CST. The meeting will be recorded and made available on the ABGA website within one week following the meeting. A special meeting will be held tonight as an extension of our previous meeting. Not all items on the agenda were covered, so this session will allow us to continue the discussion and address the remaining topics. Please note:  As of July 11, 2025, the Board has voted to discontinue live-streaming of board meetings. Instead, all meetings will be recorded, and unedited video recordings will be made available on the ABGA website within one week following each meeting.  📌  New Schedule: Regular Board meetings will now take place on the second Thursday of each month , replacing the previous schedule of the first Tuesday.  📄 View the meeting agenda here:

The Keystone International Livestock Expo (KILE) is a featured Level 2 event in the ABGA Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series. This long-standing Pennsylvania show draws competitive exhibitors from across the Mid-Atlantic, all striving for excellence in Boer goat breeding and exhibition. Explore the official ROH results below to see the outstanding animals and exhibitors recognized at this year’s Keystone event. ABGA Results Download ABGA Results JABGA Results Download JABGA Results

The Big E Eastern States Exposition is a premier Level 2 event in the ABGA Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series, showcasing exceptional Boer goats from across the Northeast. Exhibitors compete for top honors and valuable ROH points contributing to year-end awards. View the official results below to see which animals and exhibitors stood out at this prestigious event. ABGA Results Download ABGA Results JABGA Results Download JABGA Results

Get ready for the first ROH show of 2026! The Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series is coming to the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo in Fort Worth, Texas! 📌 Location: Ft. Worth, Texas 📅 Show Date: January 19, 2026 ⌛ Entry Deadline: Nov. 15, 2025 | 2 PM CST 🏆 Judge: Terry Burks More info: https://www.fwssr.com/ Make sure to attend the ROH Level 1 show! It's essential in the series and provides exhibitors with a great chance to earn significant points. Show your goats on this historic platform! Enter your submissions before the deadline! Learn more about the Roll of Honor Show Series: abga.org/competition/roll-of-honor

The Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series  heads deep into the heart of Texas for one of the biggest stops of the year! The Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo ! 📌 Houston, Texas 📅 March 8–9, 2026 ⌛ Entry Deadline:  Feb. 1, 2026 🏆 Judges: ABGA – Bailey Bergherm JABGA – Dakota Ash More info: This Level 1 ROH show is a highlight of the season and a major opportunity for exhibitors to earn points toward year-end awards. Make sure your entries are in before the deadline! We’ll see you in Houston for another unforgettable ROH event! Entries open Nov 15, 2025! Learn more about the Roll of Honor Show Series: abga.org/competition/roll-of-honor

The Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series  is headed to the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo  in San Angelo, Texas! 📌 Location: San Angelo, Texas 📅 Show Date: February 9-10, 2026 ⌛ Entry Deadline: Jan 10, 2026 🏆 Judge: Justin Burns ⚠️ Herd Book Deadline: Jan 15, 2026 (All animals must be registered and in the exhibitor's name by this date. Pending approval will only be accepted for 0-3 month entries). More info: sanangelorodeo.com/ This Level 2 event is a key stop in the ROH Show Series , offering exhibitors the opportunity to earn valuable points toward the year end Roll of Honor rankings. Show your goats on this proud stage in San Angelo! 🐐 Entries close January 10, 2026. Get yours in today! Learn more about the Roll of Honor Show Series: abga.org/competition/roll-of-honor

The ABGA Affiliate Program is designed to strengthen local connections, promote Boer goat education, and create more opportunities for members in your community. Affiliates play a key role in growing and supporting the industry nationwide! Special Offer: Join now and get the rest of 2025 FREE! That means more time to enjoy the benefits of being an affiliate — from increased visibility on the ABGA website to support for your events and outreach efforts. Don’t wait! Build connections, expand your reach, and help us grow the Boer goat community.

It’s time to assemble your judging teams!   The American Boer Goat Association invites all qualified judges to begin preparing their applications for the 2026 ABGA & JABGA National Shows.   Applications open October 20 th .  Now is the time to organize your team and review eligibility requirements.    Judge Selection Timeline  October 20  – Applications Open  November 7  – Applications Close  November 17  – Surveys for judges' team selections will be distributed to all ABGA members in good standing  for the ABGA show, and all JABGA members in good standing  for the JABGA Show.  December 5  – Surveys Close  December 11  – Board of Directors Approval  December 12  – Judges Announced    Eligibility Requirements  Eligibility remains the same as the 2025 National Show, with one addition:  Must have evaluated 500+ head collectively  in your judging career.  Must enter as a team.   No regional restrictions.   Must have been a judge in good standing as of January 1, 2025.   Cannot have judged the same show  within the past two years.     Note:  Any individual selected to judge during the ABGA or JABGA National Show shall have a 30-day moratorium of all ABGA and JABGA shows, pending judges are selected and announced in December.   Start preparing your team and watch for applications to open on October 20th!