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

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

June 11, 2024 • 8 am to 8 pm EST Nationals Invitational Sale Nationals Invitational Sale June 11, 2024 • 8 am to 8 pm EST These exceptional individuals were selected based on their top performance in the last two National Shows. They have dedicated themselves to producing potential champions for this year's event! By participating in this sale, they are not only enhancing the Junior American Boer Goat Association but also backing its diverse events and programs. The National Invitational sale plays a vital role in funding scholarships, leadership programs, training for the Junior Board of Directors, and activities at Regional and National Shows. The 2024 National Invitational Sale stands as the exclusive and officially sanctioned National Show sale! The Nationals Invitational Live Sale will take place on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:30 PM EST on herdbuilderpro.com . The Nationals Invitational Online Sale will take place on Tuesday, June 11, 2024 from 8:00 AM to 8 PM EST on herdbuilderpro.com . For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

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. National Show Judges Survey Now Open National Show Judges Survey Now Open 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. 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 and JABGA judges surveys to all 2025 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 . 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 For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

View penning assignments for the 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show Penning Assignments Penning Assignments View penning assignments for the 2024 ABGA & JABGA National Show Click the button below to view and download the 2024 ABGA & JABGA penning assignments! View penning assignments For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

The American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, Promoting, and Recording the American Boer Goat Breed. How to Tattoo Your Goat ABGA Member Dawn Foster of No Step Ranch in Sterling City, Texas takes us through the steps on how to tattoo your goat. The Boer Breed How to Trim Goat Hooves ABGA Member Dawn Foster of No Step Ranch in Sterling City, Texas takes us through the steps on how to give your goat a hoof trim. The Boer Breed Just what is "Pregnancy Toxemia? Understanding pregnancy toxemia in does: prevention and diagnosis, and treatment. The Boer Breed How to Tag Your Goat ABGA Member Dawn Foster of No Step Ranch in Sterling City, Texas takes us through the steps on how to tag your goat. The Boer Breed Goat Care and Management Find a list of goat care and management tips, tutorials, and articles from goat professionals and ABGA members.

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!

The superintendents' efforts are critical to the daily operation and overall success of the show. Thank You, Superintendents! Thank You, Superintendents! The superintendents' efforts are critical to the daily operation and overall success of the show. We extend a massive thank you to our hardworking National Show Superintendents! It's essential to acknowledge and appreciate the significant role they play in ensuring the smooth running of the event. The superintendents' efforts are critical to the daily operation and overall success of the show. Thank you for all your hard work! Wade Rogers, Kensey Cobb, Jesse Kimmel, & Elizabeth Westfall For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

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Attend the Area 3 JABGA Regional Show in Greenfield, IN, May 9–10, 2026. Celebrate the Boer goat breed with top exhibitors and youth competition. Area 3 Regional Sponsors Gold Casada Creations - Regional Show Series Sponsor Lowes Purple Vision - Regional Show Series Sponsor Newton Farms - Regional Show Series Sponsor Purina - Regional Show Series Sponsor Silver Sullivan Supply - Fitting Contest Sponsor View Regional Show Rules View Skill-a-thon Study Guide + more 📍 Location: Greenfield, IN 📅 Dates: May 9 - 10, 2025 🤠 Judges: Chris Fleming (Breeding) Shannon Scotten (Market) 📄 Show Secretary: Regional - Jaelynn Namio Facility - Julia & Chris Wickard 📧 Email: jaelynn@abga.org racingtotheheartland@gmail.com 📞 Phone: 325-222-8280 317-938-4777 or 765-785-6297

Find quick answers to common questions about Boer goat registration, membership, DNA testing, shows, points, and more with the American Boer Goat Association. Explore helpful resources for breeders, members, and youth participants. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Find answers to common questions about Boer goat registration, membership, DNA testing, shows, and more. Looking for answers about ABGA? Start with our most common questions below. If you can’t find exactly what you need, our friendly team is just a click away! 👉🏻 Contact us! Close All General Membership Registrations & Transfers JABGA DNA What is the ABGA’s current mailing address? What is the ABGA’s contact information? Do you speak Spanish? / ¿Hablas español? Does the ABGA buy or sell boer goats? Where can I find fees for services? What size tattoo gun do I buy? What is a Rush fee? I need my paperwork back the next day. Is this possible? What is a Standard Rush? I paid for a Same-Day Rush. I thought that was an overnight delivery? What are some of the benefits of joining the American Boer Goat Association? How much does an ABGA or a JABGA membership cost? What is the financial year for my ABGA or JABGA membership? Does the ABGA offer any family memberships? Does the ABGA offer a lifetime membership? What is the difference between a Herd Prefix and a Herd Name? I want to register a Boer goat. How do I register it, and what are my options? How much does it cost to register a goat? How much does it cost to transfer a goat? How many letters or numbers can be in a goat’s name? I received a Request For Information (RFI) form. What is it and what do I do with it? I have a boer goat registered with another association. Can I use my paperwork from another association? Can I transfer a goat online? Can I fax, or scan and email, my original certificate for transfer? I purchased a goat and the back of the certificate is already completed with someone else's information on it. What now? What is a Service Memo, and why do I need one? What do I tattoo in my goat’s ears? What is the year letter that I tattoo in the left ear? Where do I purchase tattoo guns? Can I buy them through ABGA? What is the Native on Appearance program? What is the age for Junior Members? How much does a JABGA membership cost? What is the benefit of being a member? What are the age divisions? How do I renew my membership? Can I compete in contests (Public speaking, judging contest, sales talk, etc) if I am not exhibiting a goat? How do I become a sponsor of JABGA? What are the age requirements for the Junior Board of Directors? What are the required responsibilities while serving as a Junior Board member? Is DNA mandatory? What does the Junior Board of Directors election process look like? What is the difference between STR and SNP, and why do we need to use SNPs now? Why was this DNA plan developed? What is ABGA doing to support the transition from STR to SNP for members? If my sire/dam was already DNA typed with STR, do I still need to upgrade to SNP? Will I need to submit a new sample to upgrade from STR to SNP? Will there be other markers beyond SNP that I will need to make another transition to in the future? What does the DNA test do for me? Will DNA be used for research? Who owns the DNA sample? Frequently asked questions What is the ABGA's current mailing address? 4258 S. Jackson St. San Angelo, TX 76903 (https://goo.gl/maps/qksdQ5D4EuX7gtHs8) What is the ABGA's contact information? Email: mail@abga.org (mailto:mail@abga.org)💻 Phone: (325)-486-2242 (tel:13254862242)☎️ Fax: (325)-486-2637 📠 Do you speak Spanish? / ¿Hablas español? Yes, we speak Spanish. / Si, hablamos español. https://static.wixstatic.com/media/cf160c_13b1a17f53294e4faf2e101358496575~mv2.gif Does the ABGA buy or sell boer goats? No. The American Boer Goat Association is a boer goat registry. Where can I find fees for services? A list of our fees for members and non-members can be found here.(javascript:void(0))(javascript:void(0)) What are some of the benefits of joining the American Boer Goat Association? An ABGA membership includes many valuable benefits such as: • Participation in the world's largest Boer Goat registry. • The benefit of conducting business at half the cost of non-members. • Access to ABGA Online Live which offers the ability to register, transfer, and manage your herd at any time, on demand. • Access to ABGA Web-Based Services which provides ABGA members with opportunities to research more than 300,000 American Boer Goats. • A unique Herd Prefix included with your membership, (required to register boer goats). • Access to the ABGA's advertising campaign to educate and attract prospective buyers in your area. • And much more! How much does an ABGA or a JABGA membership cost? • An ABGA membership costs $60.00 annually. You must be 19 years of age or older. • A JABGA membership costs $30.00 annually. At this time all JABGA memberships must have an active adult ABGA member as their agent. What is the financial year for my ABGA or JABGA membership? All memberships run from January 1 to December 31 of each year. Does an adult member need to be an active member for a junior member? Yes. A junior member must have an active adult ABGA member as an agent on their account. Does the ABGA offer a lifetime membership, family membership, or any discounted rates?" No, not at this time. I am an ABGA member. Why isn't my information available on the website's breeder's directory? • Typically, the website is updated every three days. If you joined prior to the last update, please check again after a few days. If your information is still not available, please contact the ABGA office to verify that our records reflect your information and that it is correct. • You may have left the "List my contact information on the ABGA website" box unchecked on your New Member Application. Contact the ABGA office if you would like to have your contact information listed on the the ABGA website. I am a JABGA member. Why isn't my information available on the website's breeder's directory? The ABGA does not post minor's information on our website. How much does it cost to register a goat? The cost depends on a number of factors. You can see a list of registration fees on our fees page here.(https://www.abga.org/fees) How many letters or numbers can be in a goat's name? Per Rule 214D in our Rules and Regulations,(https://www.abga.org/governing-documents) each goat's name is limited to 32 characters, including spaces. I received a Request For Information (RFI) form. What is it and what do I do with it? If you received a Request For Information (RFI) form, we do not have the correct information or the information is incomplete on your application for registration. Please fill out the RFI form with the correct information. Sign and date, and return to the ABGA office via mail or email so that we may complete your registration. I have a boer goat registered with another association. Can I use my paperwork from another association to register with the ABGA? No. The ABGA doesn't accept registrations from other associations. The ABGA does not register a goat native on appearance. How much does it cost to transfer a goat? Active ABGA Members pay: • $10.00 per in office transfers • $9.00 per online transfers Non-members pay: • $16 per transfer • Online transfers unavailable to non-members See all ABGA fees here.(https://www.abga.org/fees) Can I transfer a goat online? A: Yes. If you are the current owner of the goat, you can transfer to another member online from your ABGA Online Live account. B: No. If you are the buyer of the goat, you will need to mail or email the Application for Registration or the original certificate to the ABGA office. *If you choose to email the original certificate, you must: 1. Write VOID in large letters across the front and back of the certificate. 2. Write the goat's registration number on the back of the certificate. 3. Scan or take a photo of the front and back showing all edges of the certificate. 4. Email photos to mail@abga.org(mailto:mail@abga.org) Can I fax, or scan and email, my original certificate for transfer?" No. We require the original certificate to be mailed to the ABGA's office with the seller's signature, sale date, name of the purchaser, and transfer fee. We do accept voided color photos of original certificates via email. *If you choose to email the original certificate, you must: 1. Write VOID in large letters across the front and back of the certificate. 2. Write the goat's registration number on the back of the certificate. 3. Take a color photo of the front and back showing all edges of the certificate. 4. Email photos to mail@abga.org.(mailto:mail@abga.org) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODD9ja2Izec I purchased a goat and the back of the certificate is complete with the buyer labeled as the person I purchased the goat from. How can I transfer ownership to myself? The seller must provide you a Transfer Application (undefined)form signing the goat over from themselves to you. All transfer fees will be incurred by the submitting member. What is a Service Memo, and why do I need one?" A Service Memo (undefined)is a form that provides exposure or mating dates between a buck and a doe that may or may not result in a pregnancy, whether by natural service or artificial insemination. • If a doe has been serviced by a buck not owned by the breeder, a completed and signed service memo from the buck owner will be required to register any resulting offspring. • When a doe has been transferred subsequent to being serviced but prior to the birth of her kid(s), and the breeder (owner of record of the dam at the time of service) must provide a service memo with all required signatures to register any resulting offspring. What is the difference between a Herd Prefix and a Herd Name? A: A Herd Prefix is a unique tattoo sequence. ABGA has an "exclusive use" policy for approving the tattoo sequences. Approved tattoo sequences are protected, with their use restricted to the applicant they are assigned to or those individuals duly authorized to use that assigned tattoo sequence. Members are required to use the sequence assigned to their membership number. They may not use a sequence assigned to someone else. (See Rule 215 in the ABGA Rules & Regulations).(https://www.abga.org/governing-documents) B: A Herd Name will be used as the prefix for all goats registered by that owner. A herd name may or may not be the same as the herd prefix. Each membership is limited to one active herd name at a given time. Once assigned, the herd name cannot be changed. The first part of a goat's name is the applicant’s Herd Prefix, or the applicant’s Herd Name. The second part of the animal name is the actual name of the animal as provided by the applicant. Goat's names are limited to a set of letters and/or numbers not to exceed 32 characters. The Herd Name can be submitted with the new member application or by written letter to the ABGA office along with the filing fee. (See Rule 213 in the ABGA Rules & Regulations).(https://www.abga.org/governing-documents) What do I tattoo in my goat's ears? Right and left is determined by standing behind the goat. • The breeder's herd prefix is tattooed in the right ear. • The birth year letter code followed by a her number assigned by you goes in the left ear. • For example, a goat born in 2022 tattoos would be: right ear = XYZ, left ear = M01 For year letter codes and more tattoo guidelines and instructions, click here.(https://www.abga.org/tattoo-guidelines) What is the year letter that I tattoo in the left ear? The year that the goat was born has a letter assigned to it. You can see a complete list of year letters here.(https://www.abga.org/tattoo-guidelines) Where do I purchase tattoo guns? Can I buy them through ABGA? ABGA does not supply tattoo guns, but we recommend that you go to your local feed store or contact your local veterinarian. We also recommend a website that you can order tattoo guns from. Go to www.caprinesupply.com(http://caprinesupply.com) What size tattoo gun do I buy? It depends on your goat's ear, but normally you would use a 5/16 inch tattoo. Check with your local veterinarian if you are unsure. What is a Rush fee? • A "Rush" fee is a fee assessed to expedite your work and jump ahead of other received work. • Rush fees DO NOT include special mailing; Fed-Ex, UPS, Priorty Mail, etc. When Submitting a "Rush Order," please specify what type of mailing you want, otherwise it will be mailed regular US Postal Service mail. Please call for prices for UPS of Fed-EX fees which depend upon zip code and weight. I need my paperwork back the next day. Is this possible? • ABGA does provide a "Same-Day Rush" service under the stipulation that your paperwork is received in our office by 1:00 pm CST. • The fee applied is $50.00 per goat in addition to applicable registration/transfer fees, etc. • This does not include work received after 4:00 pm (CST) Friday afternoon or at anytime during the weekend or holiday hours. • Rush fees DO NOT include special mailing; Fed-Ex, UPS, Priorty Mail, etc. When Submitting a "Rush Order," please specify what type of mailing you want, otherwise it will be mailed regular US Postal Service mail. Please call for prices for UPS of Fed-EX fees which depend upon zip code and weight. What is a Standard Rush? • Our policy for "Standard Rush" orders guarantees a 3-business day turn-around in our office from time received to mailing, not including mail time. This does not apply if there are problems or missing information for the Rush order. • A "Standard Rush" fee is $25.00 per goat in addition to applicable registration/transfer fees, etc. • Rush fees DO NOT include special mailing; Fed-Ex, UPS, Priorty Mail, etc. When Submitting a "Rush Order," please specify what type of mailing you want, otherwise it will be mailed regular US Postal Service mail. Please call for prices for UPS of Fed-EX fees which depend upon zip code and weight. I paid for a Same-Day Rush. I thought that was an overnight delivery? A Rush fee is not the same as an overnight delivery. A Rush order only jumps your paperwork to the front of the line. If you need a Fed-Ex or UPS overnight or 2-day delivery, you must state that on your submitted paperwork. Overnight or 2-day delivery is an additional charge, and depends on zip code and weight. Please call the ABGA office for overnight or 2-day delivery prices. What is the age for Junior Members? To be a JABGA member, exhibitors must be 4-19 years of age as of January 1 of the calendar year. How much does a JABGA membership cost? The annual Junior Membership fee is $30. What is the benefit of being a member? JABGA’s mission is to bring together Boer Goat Enthusiasts through a youth organization that offers competitive programs to reward excellence, enhance educational opportunities, promote the value of genetics, and develop leadership skills through activities at local, state and national levels. Members are also able to exbibit animals on a National, Regional, and local levels. What are the age divisions? The age divisions are as follows: • Junior: 4-8 years old • Intermediate: 9-13 years old • Senior: 14-18 years old All ages are as of January 1 of the calendar year. How do I renew my membership? We recommend renewing your membership through iCompete.(https://abga.icompete.net/Account/Login) page.(https://www.abga.org/forms) iCompete will eventually replace Online Live and the Blue Screen systems. iCompete will be equipped to handle ABGA memberships, renewals, registry work, and show points in a single platform. You can find instructions below. Otherwise, you can renew with the fillable PDF form on our forms (https://www.abga.org/forms) All Junior members must have and Active ABGA Adult member as an Authorized Agent.(https://www.abga.org/?name=Authorized%20Agent) https://youtu.be/XJNceatqPf8 Can I compete in contests (Public speaking, judging contest, sales talk, etc) if I am not exhibiting an animal in the show? Yes, you can compete in contests even if you are not exhibiting animals in the show. How do I become a sponsor of JABGA? We would love to have you as a sponsor! Please reach out to Youth Coordinator, Hannah Jenkins, at jabga@abga.org (mailto:jabga@abga.org)for more information. What are the age requirements for the Junior Board of Directors? Any JABGA member who is 14 years old, but no older than 19 years old, as of January 1 of the election year is eligible to apply. What are the required responsibilities while serving as a Junior Board member? While serving as a Junior Board member, Directors are responsible for acting as a leader to the membership, staying in contact with ABGA and JABGA staff, assisting with fundraising efforts, attending face-to-face meetings, and attending the ABGA National Show.(https://www.abga.org/national-show) What does the Junior Board of Directors election process look like? All Junior Board of Director Applications must be returned to the office no later than March 1. After they have been received, the delegation will vote to elect a director for their corresponding area.