The ABGA affiliate program is a partnership between regional goat clubs and ABGA. With the rapid growth in the meat goat industry, the local meat goat and Boer goat clubs have an increased role of education, marketing and promotion. ABGA Affiliate Membership The ABGA Affiliate Program is a partnership between regional goat clubs and ABGA. With the rapid growth in the meat goat industry, the local meat goat and Boer goat clubs have an increased role of education, marketing and promotion. These local groups provide an essential role in promoting the industry and educating breeders. Indiana Boer Goat Association Junior Wisconsin Meat Goat Association Mid-Atlantic Goat Association North Dakota Goat Association Indiana Boer Goat Association Junior Wisconsin Meat Goat Association Mid-Atlantic Goat Association Indiana Boer Goat Association Junior Wisconsin Meat Goat Association Mid-Atlantic Goat Association North Dakota Goat Association North Dakota Meat Goat Association Tennessee Meat Goat Association Why join our membership? Invest in yourself and connect with a national network, gain access to resources, mentorship, and support to grow your events, membership, and community. Be part of advancing the Boer goat industry-locally and beyond! Benefits you can gain with us. Apply today! Download printable form Standard $75 Annual Membership Name and logo on ABGA website Vendor Table at Nationals Open Forum Access Affiliate Committee Seat Premium $150 Annual Membership All Standard Benefits Kickback Incentives (Membership & Sponsorship) Mentorship Program Access Affiliate Event Page Collaborative Marketing Tools

American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, promoting, and recording the American Boer Goat breed. Events Calendar Promote your sale on our Events Calendar! List your Boer goat sales with ABGA. Gain free promotion, social media reach, and newsletter features when you include a JABGA Donation Lot. Promote your sale! American Boer Goat Association The American Boer Goat Association will protect the core values and traits that make the Boer goat the premier meat goat breed in America through promotion and recording of the breed. Join today! Boer Banners ABGA National Judges Mar 3, 2026 16 Announcing our 2026 National show superintendents Mar 3, 2026 16 Roll of Honor: San Angelo Stock Show Results Mar 3, 2026 2 Load More OUR PARTNERS iCompete Renew your membership, register and transfer animals, download temporary certificates, view show results, and more! Go to iCompete Submit Work Need to submit registration docs, transfer forms, changes to your ABGA account, or additional tasks for the ABGA office to complete? Submit a Work Order Join ABGA Annual Adult Memberships run from January 1 to December 31, and are $75 annually. Join ABGA Renew your membership Renew with your existing email on file with our new member software iCompete. Renew Request DNA Testing Members and non-members can request DNA testing at a set price from ABGA and UC Davis. Request DNA View Show Results View past ABGA & JABGA Sanctioned and Regional Show results on iCompete. See results Office Updates Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. The office is currently working on work orders received on: March 5, 2026 Updated 3/5/2026 Mar 3, 2026 ABGA National Judges Mar 3, 2026 Announcing our 2026 National show superintendents Feb 26, 2026 ABGA Board of Directors Applications - Due March 1 View all Office Updates

Need to submit registration docs, transfer forms, changes to your ABGA account, or additional tasks for the ABGA office to complete? Complete the work order form, and upload your documents. Submit a Work Order Submit registration documents, forms, changes to your ABGA account, and additional tasks for the ABGA office to complete. Rule 102 has been revised and will take effect October 1, 2025 . Beginning on this date, all work submitted to the ABGA office must be paid for before processing . Additionally, account suspension for outstanding invoices will occur after 60 days (reduced from 90 days). You will be prompted to make a payment after the completion of the Submit a Work Order form. You can also submit a payment on our Payment Center page. - Please allow 1-2 business days for the office to confirm receipt of your work order. If you do not hear from us within this time frame, please call the office at (325) 486-2242. The office is currently working on work orders submitted on: Mar 5, 2026 If you need your work completed sooner than the date above, please request a RUSH on your work order. Payment must be provided before the work can be completed. After submitting your rush request, please call the ABGA office to provide payment. Rush orders are sent via USPS First Class mail. If you require special mailing, please let us know. Need forms? Click here Submitting a Certificate of Registration? All certificates sent electronically MUST be voided on the front and back of the certificate, and the registration number must be written on the back of the certificate. Follow the steps below to before submitting a Certificate of Registration. Write VOID in large letters, in blue or black ink, on both sides of the certificate. Write the goat’s registration number on the back of the certificate. This step is to keep track of multiple certificates being submitted. We don’t want to mix up your certificates! Scan a color copy or take a photo of your certificates. Upload your certificates! If you don’t want to void your certificates, you can always mail your certificates to the ABGA office!

Judges 2026 National Show Judges 2026 National Show Judges Judges The wait is over and the membership has spoken! We are thrilled to announce the judges for the 2026 National Show. Get ready for elite competition, top-level evaluation, and an unforgettable National Show experience. Grand Island will be the place to be May 28th - June 6th, and you will not want to miss it! Join us in welcoming our 2026 National Show Judges and watch for more exciting show updates coming soon. ABGA National Show Judges Bailey Bergherm - right Terry Burks Blake Quiggins Bailey Bergherm is originally from Terre Haute, Indiana, and recently relocated to Horse Cave, Kentucky. There, she and her fiancé proudly own and operate B.A.B. Boer Goats and Premier Club Goats. Their operation consists of more than 400 head and features an extensive embryo transfer program, flushing over 40 donor does annually. Since 2003, Bailey and her family have been deeply rooted in the Boer goat industry. She began her journey showing beef cattle and goats through 4-H, eventually growing her passion into a successful and nationally competitive breeding program. Over the years, she has expanded her involvement to include judging for the ABGA, providing custom clipping and livestock photography services, and mentoring young exhibitors. Throughout her judging career, Bailey has evaluated numerous state fairs, the 2021 JABGA National Show, and many other shows from coast to coast. She is especially passionate about stepping into the ring and working with youth, helping encourage and develop the next generation of livestock enthusiasts. Terry is a retired Professor of English Studies from Chifeng University in The People’s Republic of China. Prior to that, he was employed by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture in the Division of Show and Fair Promotion where he served as the educational coordinator and worked as a federal livestock grader. Terry was also the owner of Dynasty Club Lambs & Meat Goats. Terry received his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in the area of Animal Science from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Terry has judged over 1400 Junior and open livestock shows in 43 states including the 2024 JABGA National Show, The Canadian Royal, all the Texas majors, The North American International, The American Royal, The National Western, The Great Western, The Cow Palace, the Oklahoma Youth Expo, and State Fairs in 29 different states. Terry is a certified judge with the American Boer Goat Association and serves as a teacher-judge with the ABGA in addition to being a certified judge with numerous beef cattle and sheep associations. Terry has served on numerous judging committees across the US including the National 4-H, Jr. College and Sr. College Contests at the NAILE, as well as serving as the sheep/goat chairman for the National FFA Livestock Judging CDE. Terry and his wife Alice live in Scottsville, Kentucky. Blake Quiggins resides in Horse Cave, Kentucky, where he and his fiancée operate Premier Club Goats and B.A.B. Boer Goats. Together, they manage approximately 500 mature does and flush 35 to 40 does annually. They are committed to producing highly competitive market and breeding goats that are sold nationwide each year. Blake’s passion for the livestock industry began at an early age through his family’s beef cattle operation. He began exhibiting livestock at just five years old, participating in Kentucky’s first year of market goat shows. Blake also assists customers across the United States with clipping and fitting beef cattle and goats at major livestock shows. In addition, he is the owner of Champion Show Supply, the Sullivan Supply dealer serving Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina. Blake has judged shows from coast to coast and truly enjoys working with young people in the livestock industry every day. JABGA National Show Judges Jackie Redden Josh Taylor Randall White JABGA Bred and Owned Show and Showmanship Judges Justin Burns Clint Demmitt JABGA Market and Wether Dam Show and Showmanship Judg e Dale Hummel For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

Keep up with what's new and upcoming with the 2025 ABGA and JABGA National Show. News & Updates Keep up with news & updates for the 2026 ABGA & JABGA Nationals Show. Jan 27, 2026 2026 National Show Superintendents 2026 National Show Superintendents Read More Dec 17, 2025 2026 National Show Judges Judges Read More Nov 18, 2025 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. Read More Oct 13, 2025 Announcement: 2026 National Show Judges Applications Join the American Boer Goat Association's 2026 National Show! Applications for judges open October 20th. Organize your team and review eligibility requirements today! Read More Aug 26, 2025 Get Involved: Volunteer for the 2026 ABGA National Show Sub-Committees Volunteer for the 2026 ABGA National Show sub-committees and help create an unforgettable event for members, youth, and exhibitors. Read More Load More News

The American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, Promoting, and Recording the American Boer Goat Breed. National Show Results View ABGA & JABGA National Show results by year. Click a year below to see detailed show results and champions. 2025 National Show Results Louisville, Kentucky View Results

2026 National Show Superintendents 2026 National Show Superintendents 2026 National Show Superintendents 2026 National Show Superintendents Jesse Kimmel Wade Rogers TiAnna Doyle Lives in Avilla, IN * Wife - Khara. Children - Riley & Braxton * Judges Goats, hogs, cattle, and sheep from coast to coast * Ag Teacher & FFA Advisor @ East Noble High School * Adjunct Professor @ Huntington University * Graduate of Wilmington College * Raises Boer Goats both Fullbloods and Wether Stock * Judged the 2017 JABGA National Show and the 2022 ABGA National Show * National Show Superintendent 2018-2021 and 2023-2026 * Owner of Kimmel Showpigs which raises multiple breeds of showpigs that compete from coast to coast * Kimmel Showpigs have raised multiple National Champions and National Sires of the year as well as the only 2 time National Champion Duroc Gilt * Bucket list items include judging in all 50 states as well as judging abroad Wade Rogers is from Fort White Florida. He is married to Stephanie, and they have two daughters, Amber and Jaylyn. Together they own Rogers Livestock, where they raise registered Boer goats and registered Charolais cattle. Wade and his family have been involved in the goat industry since 2016 raising and showing both registered and market goats. Wade has been the Boer Goat superintendent at the Florida State Fair since 2019, and has put on numerous other jackpot shows in Florida as well. Most recently he and Stephanie also hosted the Area 4 JABGA regional. 2026 will be Wade's third year as a National Show Superintendent. He is looking forward to seeing everyone in Grand Island, and helping to make it one of the best Nationals ever. TiAnna Doyle is from Martinsburg, WV where she and her husband, Terry, reside with their daughters, Ellee and Lilly. They own and operate Doyle Family Farm and raise registered Boer goats. When they are not traveling to shows they can be found at their daughter’s show choir events, volleyball games or enjoying a day on the river. TiAnna and her family have been involved in the Boer goat industry since 2022. Her daughter, Ellee, bred and raised the 2024 National Reserve Overall Grand Champion Buck. TiAnna serves on the Mid Atlantic Goat Association and assists with ring steward duties at several of their shows. TiAnna and her husband also put on Blooms & Boers and Boers & Bonfire shows held in Berkeley County, WV. This will be TiAnna’s first time as a Superintendent for the National show and she is looking forward to working with the exhibitors and helping make this a wonderful event for all. For more information or questions, contact Rodney Wilson, National Show Chair, region.10@abga.org

Sponsor the JABGA Regional Show Program: Supporting youth across all five JABGA areas in the U.S. as they showcase their goats and develop valuable skills. Sponsor The JABGA Regional Show Program The JABGA Regional Show Program encompasses all five JABGA areas across the United States, offering young participants a platform to showcase their goats. The program also engages youth with various contests and activities, fostering a comprehensive environment for learning and growth within the Boer goat community. Presenting Sponsor $20,000+ ✅ Exclusive Presenting rights. (Area X Regional Show Presented by Your Awesome Business ) ✅ Name/logo presented on all show materials including banners, printed materials, signage, etc. ✅ Name/logo presented on all digital advertisements including social media posts, e-newsletters, website announcements. ✅ Name/logo top billing on the sponsored Regional page, and showman.app Regional Show page. ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Logo with link to your website on the JABGA Home page ✅ 1 year of advertising in the Boer Goat e-newsletter. Diamond $10,000 - $19,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Logo with link to website on sponsored JABGA Regional Show page Platinum $5,000 - $9,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Logo with link to website in The Boer Goat e-newsletter ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter Gold $1,000 - $4,999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show ✅ Name listed in The Boer Goat e-Newsletter Silver $500 - $999 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media ✅ Individual banner with logo at the Regional Show Bronze $100 - $499 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show ✅ Name listed on social media Friend of JABGA $50 - $99 ✅ Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app ✅ Name listed on banner at Regional Show Patron of JABGA $20 - $49 ✅Name listed on sponsored Region page + Showman.app Download a printable Regional Show Sponsorship packet by clicking the button below ↓ Regional Show Sponsorship Packet

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The American Boer Goat Association is a nonprofit organization governed by a set of documents, including bylaws, rules and regulations, policies, a code of ethics, a travel policy, and meeting minutes. Governing Documents View and download the American Boer Goat Association's Bylaws, Rules & Regulations, Code of Ethics, Board Minutes, and other governing documents. Governing documents are crucial for the ABGA as they provide a structured framework for the organization’s operations and help maintain the integrity of the association’s activities, guide the conduct of its members, and support the overall mission of promoting and improving the Boer goat breed. Governing Documents Board Meeting Minutes Financial Documents Bylaws The ABGA is organized to collect and maintain the history and pedigree of Boer goats, to provide for their registration, to preserve the purity of the breed, and to encourage the further improvement and wider distribution of the breed through research, promotion, and education. View document Rules and Regulations Rules and Regulations ensure the American Boer Goat Association maintains breed standards, promotes fair practices, supports member integrity, and fosters a community of responsible breeders dedicated to the health and quality of Boer goats. View document Code of Ethics The American Boer Goat Association (ABGA), Its Board of Directors, Members, Non-Members and/or Agents are committed to conducting ourselves in a professional manner that does not reflect negatively on themselves or the association. View document Policies The object of this policy is to combine all aspects of ABGA and JABGA Travel, Meeting, and Committees policies under one policy by Sections, as outlined in the following document. View document Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual ABGA Accounting Policies and Procedures Manual outlines accounting policies for financial transparency, segregation of duties, and compliance with GAAP. View document Breed Standards The ABGA Breed Standards are an Ideal of Perfection ; a goal to strive towards and attempt to achieve. THE ABGA Breed Standards are tools to be used by breeders to help them improve their own breeding programs and work towards this Ideal of Perfection. View document Articles of Incorporation Articles of incorporation are legal documents that establish a corporation’s existence and outline its basic details and structure. View document Financial Documents 2023 and 2024 Financial Statements and Independent Auditor's Report 2024 2024 Tax Return 2024 2024 ABGA Treasurer's Report 2024 2023 Tax Report 2023 2023 ABGA Treasurer's Report 2023 2022 Tax Return 2022 2022-2023 Audit Report 2022 2021 Tax Return 2021 2020 Tax Return 2020 2021 Audit Report 2021 2019 Tax Return 2019 2019 - 2020 Audit Report 2019 2018 Audit Report + Financial Statements 2018 2018 Tax Return 2018 2017 Tax Return 2017 Title Year Minutes American Boer Goat Association board meeting minutes highlight key decisions, updates on ongoing projects, and future initiatives. 2/19/2026 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 1/15/2026 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 12/13/2025 Face to face - Day 2 - Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 12/12/2025 Face to face - Day 1 - Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 11/13/2025 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 10/23/2025 Special Meeting Watch View Minutes 10/9/2025 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 9/11/2025 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 8/14/2025 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 7/24/2025 Special Meeting Watch View Minutes 7/12/2025 Face-to-Face Day 2 Watch View Minutes 7/11/2025 Face-to-Face Day 1 Watch View Minutes Date Meeting Minutes Video First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last Select Month Select Year Reset

The American Boer Goat Association Sanctioned Show Program is a partnership through the show ring between ABGA and members who conduct and/or exhibit at livestock shows/expos and stand-alone shows. Find everything you need to know about ABGA Events including an even calendar, show rules, approved judges, and more. ABGA SHOW RULES ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules View View JABGA Sanctioned Show Rules View View JABGA Regional Show Rules View View ABGA SHOWS CALENDAR Show Results View ABGA AWARDS Ennoblements View Sire of Merit View Doe of Excellence View ABGA Show Forms View Show Class Calculator View ABGA Approved Judges View Performance Testing View Show Points Charts View Animal Inspection View ABGA Sanctioned Show Program View Competition

​The American Boer Goat Association elects 15 volunteers who serve on a Board of Directors and work as the governing body of ABGA. Tyler Sparks President, Region 11 Read More Paige Gunderson Vice President, Region 5 Read More Rodney Wilson Jr. Secretary, Region 10 Read More Zach Westfall Treasurer, Region 8 Read More Ashley Roles Region 1 Read More Patrick Aliff Region 2 Read More Dustin Fields Region 3 Read More Jeffery Gibbs Region 4 Read More Sydney Black Region 6 Read More Kyle Tate Region 7 Read More Brad Mackey Region 9 Read More Kim Veal Region 9A Read More ABGA Region Map Board of Directors The American Boer Goat Association elects 11 volunteers who serve on a Board of Directors and work as the governing body of ABGA. Region Map Board News & Updates Download Board Contact List Apply Now Board News & Updates Feb 19, 2026 You Are Cordially Invited to the ABGA Annual Meeting and Banquet Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Jan 15, 2026 Purebred Breed-Up Committee Townhall Discussion Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Nov 19, 2025 Face-to-Face Board Meeting Dec. 12-13, 2025 Nov 18, 2025 National Show Judges Survey Now Open Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Oct 28, 2025 Update to Junior Division Class Protocol Oct 23, 2025 Board Meeting 10-23-2025 Oct 1, 2025 Board Meeting 10-09-2025 Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Sep 9, 2025 Board Meeting 09-11-2025 Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Aug 15, 2025 A Message from the Board of Directors Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Aug 11, 2025 Board Meeting 08-14-2025 Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Jul 25, 2025 Strengthening Our Commitment to Transparency and Progress: A Message from ABGA Leadership Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Jul 22, 2025 Board Meeting 07-24-2025 Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. Load More Financial documents have moved to Governing Documents. 2023 Board Candidate Nomination Application Apply for Director Nomination Download Fillable PDF The American Boer Goat Association (ABGA) is now accepting nominations for the ABGA Board of Directors. Applications (completed by the nominee) for the ABGA Board of Directors are due to the ABGA office via electronic form or regular mail (4258 S Jackson St, San Angelo, Texas 76903) by March 1, 2023. The ABGA Board of Directors represents ABGA members across 14 regions of the United States as the main governing body of the American Boer Goat Association. ABGA Directors volunteer their personal time and effort in service of ABGA’s financial, youth (JABGA ), industry development, performance programs, marketing, education, and strategic planning areas. Directors also work in conjunction with ABGA members via committees and the JABGA Board of Directors to further the goals of the Association. Board seats are open for the following ABGA Regions: Region 1 (Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho) Region 6 (Missouri, Arkansas) Region 10 (Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida) Region 11 (Ohio) Region 12 (West Virginia, Virginia, D.C., Maryland, Delaware) Region 13 (Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina) Region 14 (Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New York, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine) In accordance with ABGA Bylaws, applicants must be ABGA members in good standing (renewed for 2023 by January 1, 2023) in order to run for or hold a seat on the ABGA Board of Directors. For more information, see the ABGA Bylaws . Application (Due March 1, 2023) Applications for the JABGA Board of Directors will be due by 5:00 PM CST on March 1, 2023. Applications should be completed in full and submitted to the ABGA office via electronic form (see below) or regular mail (4258 S Jackson St, San Angelo, Texas 76903) by the due date. Required on Application: Board Candidate Nomination Form Certification of Applicant Conflict or Duality of Interest and Disclosure Form Disclosure Form Questions or Concerns? Please contact ABGA Office Manager Brenda McCary at officemanager@abga.org with any questions or concerns regarding ABGA Board of Directors nominations. Ready to Apply? Applicants should complete the ABGA Board of Directors application below via electronic form or regular mail (4258 S Jackson St, San Angelo, Texas 76903) by March 1, 2023.