ABGA and JABGA are excited to offer a photo contest for youth members at the 2023 JABGA National Show. ABGA and JABGA are excited to offer a Boer goat photo contest for both adult and Junior members at the 2023 ABGA & JABGA National Show. The goal of the contests is to highlight talented individuals in the communications industry through their use of photography. JABGA Photo Contest Rules: One winner from each age division will be chosen. Winners will be announced during the JABGA Awards Banquet on Thursday, June 15th. All contestants must be members of JABGA. Divisions are: Junior (4-8), Intermediate (9-13), and Senior (14-18). Only two photos per contestant is permitted. All submissions must be printed on an 8”x10” canvas or frame. All entries must be submitted by Tuesday, June 13th at 12pm. All photos must highlight the American Boer Goat. Photos may be taken around the farm or at an event. The American Boer Goat must be the focus of the picture. Photos may not be enhanced or edited, in any way. The Champion Overall Photo will have the opportunity to be featured in the ABGA Digital Magazine. All pictures may be used by the ABGA/ JABGA office for publication and promotions. Adult Photo Contest Rules: This contest will be a fundraiser for the ABGA Foundation. The winning photo will be calculated by the amount of donations received. The winning photo will be auctioned off during the awards banquet on June 15th. 1. All contestants must be ABGA members. 2. All submissions must be printed of an 8”x10” canvas or frame. 3. All entries must be submitted by Tuesday, June 13th at 12pm. 4. All photos must include the American Boer Goat. 5. All pictures may be used by the ABGA office for publication and promotions. #2023NationalShow 2023 National Show Boer Goat Photo Contest ABGA and JABGA are excited to offer a photo contest for youth members at the 2023 JABGA National Show.

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JABGA National Show Contest Rules: Showmanship, sales talk, skill-a-thon, judging contest, public speaking, and more. JABGA National Show Contest Rules: Showmanship, sales talk, skill-a-thon, judging contest, public speaking, and more. #2023NationalShow 2023 National Show JABGA Contest Rules JABGA National Show Contest Rules: Showmanship, sales talk, skill-a-thon, judging contest, public speaking, and more.

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Coni Ross was a pioneer and has become a legend within the goat industry; raising goats for more than 40 years. Coni Ross was a pioneer and has become a legend within the goat industry; raising goats for more than 40 years. During her time in the goat industry, Coni served as a director for multiple associations including: American Boer Goat Association, Texas Cashmere Association, and the American Meat Goat Association. She was also a well-respected judge within the ABGA, and judged the ABGA National Show six times throughout her judging career. Coni Ross Coni started raising goats in 1978 with angoras. Then, in the late 1980’s Coni imported 500 cashmere goat embryos from New Zealand, resulting in more than 250 live kids, and was one of the first to have success with embryo transfer in the United States. In 1995, Coni started her herd of Boer goats which eventually grew to more than 1200 head at its peak. Coni focused her breeding efforts to maintain functionality, longevity and mothering ability. She expected goats to thrive in a pasture setting, kid and raise offspring unassisted, all while remaining hardy, thrifty and structurally sound. Along with her dedication to her own herd and the many breed associations that she served; Coni also spent a great deal of her time helping other producers in the goat industry by providing what she called “Goat 911”. She spent countless hours on the phone helping other diagnose and treat goats across the United States. If you ever had the privilege to visit with Coni, you know that she always had her Bluetooth ear piece in and would happily share her more than 40 years of experience, knowledge, and treatment protocols with anyone that called. In 2015, Coni had a vision and sponsored a “5 & Older” class at the ABGA National Show for fullblood bucks and fullblood does to showcase animals that were 5 years and older but still productive and functional. The class has evolved over the years and has become an event to showcase and reward the breeders and animals who continue to maintain the traits that Coni spent her lifetime striving to produce. The Coni Ross Memorial Production Aged Doe Class is designed to allow breeders to showcase the production, functionality and longevity within their doe herds. The animals will be evaluated on their ability to maintain these traits during and after being in production and raising multiple sets of offspring. Body Condition: Animals should be either currently in production and/or of the correct breeding body condition to breed and kid with ease. Animals with excess fat deposits will be faulted. Udder: Does must have a teat structure that allows a newborn kid to easily nurse without intervention. (Good udder attachment, no blown teats, etc.). Structural Integrity: Does should be sound on their feet and legs and exhibit the necessary structural traits: such as strong pasterns and wide pen set; to be functional in a breeding and/or pasture setting without intense management. Production Value: Number and quality of offspring raised. Special Rules: Open to all ABGA registered does (Fullblood, Purebred and Percentage) All does must be 5 years or older. Born on or before June 1st, 2018. Does must show evident signs they have naturally kidded and raised offspring. Does may be exhibited with any natural born kid under 12 months of age at their side to demonstrate the animal’s production ability and value. **Preference given to does with kids who are currently nursing. Exhibitors will be required to provide production records to include: Kidding dates Number of kids born Breeding information (Natural, AI, etc.) Milking and mothering ability Ease of kidding Download Production Records Form: Coni Ross Memorial Class-Production Record Form . Download • 148KB Entry Fee: $10 $5 will be applied towards awards $5 will be applied towards the ABGA Scholarship Enter the National Show #2023NationalShow Coni Ross Memorial Production Aged Doe Class Coni Ross was a pioneer and has become a legend within the goat industry; raising goats for more than 40 years.

The Old Timers Show will take place at the National Show on Friday, June 16th during the lunch break. All funds will benefit the JABGA. The Old Timers Show will take place at the National Show on Friday, June 16th during the lunch break. All funds will benefit the JABGA . 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, Monday-Thursday, during office hours. This is a family-friendly event, all participants must act in an appropriate manner. Inappropriate dress, costumes or behavior may be disqualified at any time by ABGA/JABGA Staff or Board Members. #2023NationalShow 2023 Old Timers' Show The Old Timers Show will take place at the National Show on Friday, June 16th during the lunch break. All funds will benefit the JABGA.

Jeremy Church has been evaluating livestock across multiple species for over 20 years. He has also judged livestock shows in 38 states! Jeremy Church and his wife Amanda own and operate Elk Creek Show Goats in Sentinel Ok where they concentrate their production on high quality Junior show goats and maintain a large group of registered boer goats. JABGA Bred & Owned and Breeding Showmanship Judge, Jeremy Church. They have seen success over the years in the Junior and the open registered show ring across multiple states from coast to coast. They have been active in supporting and expanding the Jr show industry on multiple levels of the industry. Jeremy grew up on a farm/ranch operation in Western Oklahoma where he showed cattle through his years in 4-H and FFA. Jeremy was a member of the Livestock Judging team at Redlands Community College and has been evaluating livestock across multiple species for more than 20 years. Jeremy has had the opportunity to judge shows in 38 states including judging the inaugural commercial doe goat show at the Kansas Jr Livestock Show, Houston Jr Livestock Show, Austin Jr Livestock Show, San Antonio Jr Livestock Show, Missouri Jr Livestock Show, the Ft Worth Stock Show and the JABGA National show just to name a few. Jeremy and Amanda added their first child, Casen, to the family in the summer of 2020 and welcomed their second child, daughter Colynn, in January 2022. #2023NationalShow #news Meet JABGA Bred and Owned and Breeding Showmanship Judge Jeremy Church Jeremy Church has been evaluating livestock across multiple species for over 20 years. He has also judged livestock shows in 38 states!

ABGA judges are respected as experts in the Boer breed, & take great pride in fostering goodwill & competition in the National Show ring. ABGA NATIONAL OPEN SHOW Chris Fleming , Corey Billups , and Justin Burns JABGA NATIONAL SHOW: Olivia Rush and Alyssa Dugat JABGA Bred and Owned National Show and Breeding Showmanship Jeremy Church JABGA National Market Show, Commercial Doe Show, and Market Showmanship Crede Garriott Meat Goat Evaluation Blake Quiggens (Show Ring) Nick Hammett (Carcasses) #2023NationalShow National Show Judges ABGA judges are respected as experts in the Boer breed, & take great pride in fostering goodwill & competition in the National Show ring.

This show is a fun-filled experience for exhibitors as well as spectators! All JABGA members can participate. Both the goat and the... This show is a fun-filled experience for exhibitors as well as spectators! All JABGA members can participate. Both the goat and the exhibitor should dress for the occasion. The Costume Contest will take place at the National Show on Thursday, June 15th during the lunch break. Divisions: Junior Intermediate Senior Two prizes will be given per division: judges choice, and people choice. Exhibitors are required to show their goat in a halter or lead, and must maintain control of their animal at all times. This is a family-friendly event, all participants must act in an appropriate manner. Inappropriate costumes or behavior may be disqualified at any time by ABGA/ JABGA Staff or Board Members. #2023NationalShow 2023 National Show Costume Contest This show is a fun-filled experience for exhibitors as well as spectators! All JABGA members can participate. Both the goat and the...

For our JABGA members, we have some essential information to help you get ready for contest day at Nationals. For our JABGA members, we have some essential information to help you get ready for contest day at the National Show. #2023NationalShow #news JABGA National Show Contest Day Prep For our JABGA members, we have some essential information to help you get ready for contest day at Nationals.

The goal of this contest is to raise awareness that the goats we raise are part of the food production system. UPDATE: The Carcass Evaluation portion of the Meat Goat Evaluation will take place on Wednesday, June 14 at Brewer Livestock during the National Show. Unfortunately, exhibitors and spectators will not be allowed to attend due to the limited capacity at the facility. Download the Meat Goat Evaluation Record Book below: Meat Goat Evaluation Record Book .pdf Download PDF • 691KB Meat Goat Evaluation Contest Payouts Live Evaluation 1st Place: $350 2nd Place: $300 3rd Place: $250 4th Place: $200 5th Place: $150 Carcass Evaluation 1st Place: $350 2nd Place: $300 3rd Place: $250 4th Place: $200 5th Place: $150 Record Book Evaluation 1st Place: $350 2nd Place: $300 3rd Place: $250 4th Place: $200 5th Place: $150 Overall 1st Place: $1500 2nd Place: $1000 3rd Place: $750 4th Place: $500 5th Place: $250 All exhibitors that complete the Meat Goat Evaluation will be paid market value for their carcass at the time of slaughter. 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 60 lbs. Goats are subject to a random urine drug test Carcass Class Rules Minimum and maximum for hot carcass weight, 35 to 70 pounds, respectively 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 Slaughter facility reserves the right to condemn any carcass that does not comply with 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 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 (Mo.) Market goats are usually referred to as kid/cabrito (2-14 mo.), young chevon (14-24 mo.), or aged chevon (over 24 mo.). 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). % Boneless Closely Trimmed Retail Cuts (%BCTRC) 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). Download these Meat Goat Evaluation Rules below: Meat Goat Evaluation Rules .pdf Download PDF • 1.09MB #2023NationalShow Meat Goat Evaluation The goal of this contest is to raise awareness that the goats we raise are part of the food production system.

Introducing JABGA National Show Meat Goat Evaluation Judge: Nick Hammett Nick Hammett, along with his family, resides in Ashland, MO. In 2013, they began raising and showcasing ABGA registered goats throughout the country under the name of Cola Show Goats. They rebranded themselves in 2020 as Hammett Showstock, focusing on raising wethers and commercial show doe prospects. Nick's career in the beef industry started after obtaining degrees from the University of Missouri and Colorado State University. He now works for Neogen, where he markets beef cattle genomic testing. His passion is to help producers transform data into sustainable and profitable management decisions, and he hopes to offer these same opportunities to the goat industry. Nick has judged many shows, including the ABGA National Open show in 2018, the National Market and Commercial Doe show in 2021, and the first National Carcass contest in 2022. #2023NationalShow #news Meet 2023 JABGA Meat Goat Evaluation Judge: Nick Hammett Introducing JABGA National Show Meat Goat Evaluation Judge: Nick Hammett