An open Board meeting will take place on Friday, December, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. Click the button to attend the meeting on Microsoft Teams: You can also find board meeting dates and meeting links on our Events Calendar on our homepage . At the Annual Summer Board of Directors Face-to-Face meeting, the ABGA Board of Directors approved a motion to allow members to view monthly Board meetings for a trial period of 6 months.

An open Board meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. Click the button to attend the meeting on Microsoft Teams: Agenda You can also find board meeting dates and meeting links on our Events Calendar on our homepage .

Members of the American Boer Goat Association. On May 13, 2025, Olivia Rush resigned as the Director from Region 2.   We thank her for volunteering her time and energy.   As part of the redistricting, we temporarily had two Directors in this Region. Patrick Aliff is the remaining Director for Region 2 and will be representing our members in the states of AK, AZ CA, CO, HI, NM, NV, and UT.     With great appreciation, Rosalinda Vizina ABGA President Region 1

The American Boer Goat Association proudly welcomes our newly elected board members, bringing fresh leadership dedicated to supporting both the Association and the Boer goat industry. Region 1 - Ashley Roles Region 2 - Patrick Aliff Region 7 - Kyle Tate Region 8 - Zach Westfall Region 10 - Rodney Wilson, Jr. The Director positions for Regions 3 and 6 remain vacant for the 2025 election due to a lack of candidates. Per ABGA Bylaw 5.3.e, interim Directors will be appointed with Board approval to serve a one-year term beginning in July. The positions will be filled at or after the Summer Face-to-Face meeting. L-R: Ashley Roles (Region 1), Patrick Aliff (Region 2), Kyle Tate (Region 7), Zach Westfall (Region 8), Rodney Wilson Jr. (Region 10) Thank you for your dedication and commitment to advancing the association and our community. We look forward to the leadership and vision you will bring to the ABGA!

An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. Click the button to attend the meeting on Microsoft Teams: You can also find board meeting dates and meeting links on our Events Calendar on our homepage . Agenda

📆 June 3, 2025 ⌚ 6 PM Eastern Time 📌 Kentucky Exposition Center | Louisville, KY 📄 Agenda Statement to the Membership   We would like to acknowledge an oversight on our part regarding the reminder for submitting agenda items for the upcoming Annual Membership Meeting. According to our bylaws, the Secretary must provide notice to the membership 90 days prior to and a reminder that members must submit proposed agenda items no later than 60 days prior to the meeting. Unfortunately, a timely reminder was not issued this year, and we sincerely apologize for this lapse. In light of this, and to ensure all members have an opportunity to voice their thoughts, we will include an  Open Forum  section in the meeting agenda. During this time, any member in attendance will have the opportunity to present items or topics for general discussion. If your proposed item requires review or action by the Board of Directors, we encourage you to submit it ahead of the meeting so the Board can properly evaluate it prior to discussion.   We appreciate your understanding and continued engagement as we work together to improve communication and transparency.   Respectfully submitted, Rodney Wilson Jr. Secretary- Region 10 Director American Boer Goat Association Annual Membership Meeting Agenda Call to Order Roll Call- Introduction of Directors Adoption of Agenda Recognition of Retiring Directors Approval of Minutes Treasurer’s Report Office Update Executive Director Update Director of Community Engagement Update Committee Reports Open Member Forum Adjournment

The Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA) is now accepting applications for the JABGA Board of Directors . Applications completed by the nominee for the JABGA Board of Directors are due to the ABGA office via electronic form on or before March 1, 2025. The JABGA Board of Directors works alongside the ABGA Board of Directors to represent JABGA members across five areas of the United States as the main governing body of the Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA). JABGA Directors volunteer their personal time and effort in service of JABGA programs like the JABGA Regional Show Series and by promoting core JABGA values like scholarship, leadership, good sportsmanship, and character development. The JABGA Board of Directors also serves as youth ambassadors for the improvement and promotion of the Boer goat breed through the breeding, raising, and exhibition of American Boer Goats. Applications are to be approved by Youth Liaison and Director of Community Engagement  Once approved and requirements are met then applicant will be placed on their area ballot  Ballots are to be sent out by area electronically   “A” Directors are to be elected on even years  “B” Directors are to be elected on odd years If a director is turning 21/22 during their term, they must finish their term. They do not age out . Officers are elected at the JABGA Face-to-Face – Held in the summer July/August. Board seats are open for the following JABGA "B" Areas: Area 1 Area 2 Area 3 Area 4 Area 5 Updated JABGA Area map - effective 2025 In accordance with JABGA Bylaws, applicants must be JABGA members in good standing (renewed for 2025 by January 1, 2025) in order to run for or hold a seat on the JABGA Board of Directors. For more information, see the ABGA Bylaws and the JABGA Bylaws . Required: Application (completed) Contact Information page and Certificate of Application (completed) Digital photo Directors Responsibilities page (signed) Responsibility Release, Information Release, Photo Release, Authorization Form Conflict of Interest Statement (completed) Code of Conduct form (completed) Brief statement (less than 250 words) – “Why do you want to be a JABGA Director?” Involvement in JABGA and/or the goat industry School activities 4-H & FFA activities Leadership activities Volunteer work/community service Eligibility Applicants for the JABGA Board of Directors must: Be 16 years of age or older on January 1, 2025 Reside in the JABGA Area for which the applicant is running/elected Have renewed their JABGA membership on or before January 1, 2025 Questions or Concerns? Contact JABGA Liaison, Jaelynn Reyes ( jaelynn@abga.org ) with any questions or concerns regarding JABGA Board of Directors nominations. Ready to Apply? Applicants should complete the JABGA Board of Directors application below and submit it to the ABGA office via electronic form or regular mail by March 1, 2025.

I am deeply humbled to be selected as the 2025 Ambassador of the Breed. This award is truly the highest honor anyone in this industry could receive. Like those who have achieved this before me, I am very grateful to my peers for bestowing this prestigious distinction upon me.   My wife Jennifer and I own and operate RM Ranch in Cherryville, North Carolina. I have been raising Boer goats and operating this ranch for the last 30 years. My family has been farming the surrounding area since the late 1800's.  My father raised Limousin cattle on this very farm and taught me quite a lot as a child about breeding and genetics. In the late 1980s and early 90s I competed in training and showing horses until moving to a species that my two children, Chris and Amber, could participate with. I purchased the first set of Boer goats after my children were old enough to start showing livestock in 1995 from Jack Mauldin   I was fortunate to meet Anton Ward in 1998 at the first show I attended, the North Carolina State fair in Raleigh. Anton was instrumental in my earliest understanding of the various aspects of breeding and raising Boer goats. He also introduced me to the various techniques involved in advanced reproduction. Since then, I have been actively participating in advanced reproductive technologies.  I was fortunate enough to perform many of these with great pioneers in embryo transfer in the Boer goat’s breed like John and Jackie Edwards.   In an effort to further my formal education in the breed, I decided to attempt to pass as a certified judge. I was extremely fortunate to be 1 of 38 people who trained and tested, to become certified judges, under the South African Judges. When I say fortunate, I mean I was one of only three people, from that group of 38, who graduated with a judging license in 2001. Since then, I was lucky to judge shows all over the country including majors such as the Fort Worth Stock show in 2015. In 2012 I traveled internationally to judge goats in Quebec Canada.   In 2006 I traveled to South Africa and attended their national show. I also visited various farms where I saw the birthplace of the modern-day Boer goat. It was on these farm tours that I was able to visit Lukas Burger’s farm and see the animals used to create the last imports of frozen embryos sent to the United States. Many of the offspring from those were sent to the Powell-Holman Farm in Texas in 2007. I would later be fortunate enough to acquire some of those foundation genetics for my own herd.   One of the most rewarding parts of my Boer goat journey has been the opportunity to learn from many great breeders. Some of which are true ambassadors of the Boer goat breed. Beyond that, the chance to give back, to teach and mentor new breeders has been extremely satisfying to me. Whether their goals are in the show ring, breeding, or understanding breed standards and judging conformation it is truly rewarding to help others succeed in their own Boer goat journey.   “Success is shaped by those you surround yourself with. Everything we’ve achieved—whether in production, the show ring, or the sale ring—has been made possible by the support and guidance of others. Many individuals have helped forge our path, and for that, we’re truly grateful.”

Exciting things are happening at JABGA! Join us LIVE  on the JABGA Facebook page this Wednesday, April 16 at 6 PM Central  for an exclusive livestream event you won’t want to miss. JABGA President Maddie Reis  and Vice President Logan Hollen  will be sharing all the latest updates, including: JABGA News and Announcements Junior Ambassador Program details Fire & Ice Sale highlights Area 2 (Iowa) & Area 3 (Indiana) Regional Show previews They’ll be joined by Executive Director Caleb Boardman , Director of Community Engagement Catherine Riley , and Junior Coordinator Jaelynn Reyes  to dive deeper into everything happening this season. Whether you're planning to attend the regionals, interested in the Ambassador program, or just want the inside scoop, this livestream is for you! 📅 Mark your calendar  and tune in  — we can’t wait to see you there! 👍🏻 Follow JABGA on Facebook!

An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. Click the button to attend the meeting on Microsoft Teams: You can also find board meeting dates and meeting links on our Events Calendar on our homepage . Agenda

Confused About Service Memos? Let’s Clear It Up! Have you been asked for a Service Memo and aren’t sure what it is or where to find one? Let’s break it down according to ABGA Rules & Regulations. What is “Service”? In ABGA terms, service  means a mating — either natural or by artificial insemination — whether or not it results in a pregnancy. What is a Service Memo? A Service Memo is a form signed by the owner (or lessee) of a buck that documents when a doe was serviced or exposed. It must include: Buck and doe names and registration numbers Doe’s right and left ear tattoos Contact information for both parties Signatures from both the buck and doe owners 👉 If you own both the buck and doe, no Service Memo is needed. When is a Service Memo Required? Different Owners at Time of Service:  If the sire is not owned (or leased) by the dam’s owner at the time of mating, a Service Memo is needed. If bred in a pasture and no exact date is known, simply write "pasture" for the date. Leased Bucks:  Lessees can sign Service Memos for services that happen during the lease. Purchased Bred Doe:  If you buy a bred doe, you’ll need a Service Memo from the previous owner to register the kids. Always ask if the doe was bred before purchase, and get the service details recorded on the back of the registration certificate before transfer. Quick Tip: If a doe is transferred after service but before kidding, and the service wasn’t recorded during the transfer, you’ll still need a Service Memo from the breeder to register the offspring. Back of Certificate of Registration with completed Service information. Now that you’re familiar with Service Memos, be sure to keep a copy on hand. As your herd grows, so will the need for Service Memos. You can download a Live Coverage Service Memo here: You can also find the Live Coverage Service Memo, along with all our other forms on our website. abga.org/forms .

An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. Click the button to attend the meeting on Microsoft Teams: You can also find board meeting dates and meeting links on our Events Calendar on our homepage . Agenda