Your guide to ABGA Shows and Competition. Find rules, judges information, National Show, Roll of Honor Series, Ennoblement info, and more. Competition Camaraderie Celebration ABGA Shows Calendar ABGA & JABGA National Show View More Roll of Honor (ROH) Show Series View More ABGA Sanctioned Show Program View More JABGA Regional Show Program View More National Exhibition Discover the premier events that celebrate achievement, dedication, and the Boer goat community.anctioned, Regional, and Concurrent Shows. ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules View Rules ABGA Concurrent Show Rules View Rules JABGA Sanctioned Show Rules View Rules JABGA Regional Show Rules View Rules Show Rules Explore Rules for Sanctioned, Regional, and Concurrent Shows. Ennoblements View Doe of Excellence View Sire of Merit View Points Breakdown View Awards Celebrating Excellence in Boer Goat Performance and Pedigree ABGA Judges Championing Quality, Integrity, and Passion in Every Judging Event ABGA Certified Judges List View Judges Judges Certification Program View Rules Show Class Calculator View More Animal Inspection View More Buck Performance Testing View More Other Resources

The Buck Performance Test, following ABGA Rule 1200, evaluates registered Boer bucks for growth, feed efficiency, and carcass merit. This assessment helps breeders identify top-performing genetics to enhance herd productivity and profitability. Buck Performance Test The Buck Performance Test, following ABGA Rule 1200, evaluates registered Boer bucks for growth, feed efficiency, and carcass merit. This assessment helps breeders identify top-performing genetics to enhance herd productivity and profitability. 2026 Registration Now Open ABGA Rule 1200 – Buck Performance Test Requirements Test Eligibility Open to registered Boer bucks. Bucks must be registered before the test ends. Test Duration Standard performance test lasts 84 days . Data Collection Measures include: Growth rate Feed efficiency Carcass merit Test Standards Test must be conducted at a recognized facility . Testing facility must follow ABGA’s approved protocol. Data Use Results help identify bucks with strong genetic potential. Supports breeding decisions and herd improvement. Compliance Only tests meeting Rule 1200 criteria are recognized by ABGA. To view Rule 1200 in full, visit our Rules and Regulations page. View Rules & Regulations Meat Goat Buck Performance Test Basics A buck performance test is a valuable tool for goat breeders to measure the genetic potential of young bucks. By evaluating traits like growth rate, feed efficiency, and muscle development in a controlled environment, breeders can identify the top-performing animals in their herd. This helps make informed breeding decisions, improve herd quality, and increase productivity. Buck tests also provide objective, data-backed results that support marketing and selection of superior genetics. Buck Test News & Updates Mar 31, 2026 Announcing 2026 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test The 2026 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test at Hettinger Research Center, North Dakota, will evaluate bucks on post-weaning growth, feed efficiency, and carcass characteristics to help drive breed improvement. Read More Sep 17, 2025 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test Results Discover insights from the NDSU Buck Test, highlighting adaptation challenges and performance metrics. Learn about future recommendations for optimizing goat performance. Read More Aug 25, 2025 Dakota Meat Goat Buck Performance Test Update A few ABGA Judges were in town to do visual appraisals on bucks consigned to the Dakota Meat Goat Performance Test. Final data collection on Sept 4th! Read More First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last

The American Boer Goat Association: Protecting, Promoting, and Recording the American Boer Goat Breed. Past Editions March 2026 Update March 5th Update February 2026 Update February 5th Update January 2026 Update January 8th Update First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last The Boer Goat Newsletter Subscribe to The Boer Goat Newsletter—ABGA’s bi‑weekly e‑newsletter delivering the latest on shows, membership highlights, and industry news directly to your email inbox. Stay in the Loop with ABGA News Never miss an important update—subscribe to The Boer Goat Newsletter, ABGA’s official e-newsletter delivered straight to your inbox every first and third Thursday morning. It’s the best way to stay informed about office announcements, upcoming shows, membership news, and more. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or new to the community, our newsletter keeps you connected and up to date. Sign up today and stay ahead with everything ABGA! First Name Enter Your Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing to our newsletter! Last Name Latest Edition Open in new window

The American Boer Goat Association provides a list of Certified and Approved Judges nationwide who are qualified to judge ABGA and JABGA sanctioned shows. ABGA also holds Judges Certification Courses to educate and certify official JABGA judges. ABGA Certified Judges View the list of American Boer Goat Association certified judges. Search by state or name to view the judges in your area. ABGA judges who have not paid or renewed their membership by January 1 must wait 90 days after completing all required materials (ABGA Code of Ethics and background check) before they are eligible to judge a show. Download a printable Approved Judges Listing ABGA Approved Judges Mike Stiefel Alabama mstiefel1@aol.com 256-689-8153 Showman Judges Profile Next > Mark A. Berry Arkansas berrysghfarm@gmail.com 870-828-1734 Showman Judges Profile Next > David Carwell Arkansas david@bdgenetics.com Cell: 870-362-6008 Showman Judges Profile Next > Warren Thigpen Arkansas warrenthigpen@gmail.com 210-414-3218 Showman Judges Profile Next > Patrick Aliff California wpaliff@gmail.com 304-888-6537 Showman Judges Profile Next > Pat Ariaz California crzyhrsjj@yahoo.com 209-969-4307 Showman Judges Profile Next > Mike Reis California msrreis@yahoo.com 707-483-6303 Showman Judges Profile Next > Scott Pruett Colorado pruett2doit@gmail.com 720-244-6478 Showman Judges Profile Next > Glenda Wilcox Colorado barxiboers1@gmail.com 307-299-4602 Showman Judges Profile Next > < Previous Page Next > Don't see your name on the approved judges list, or need to update your contact information? Contact the ABGA office. Contact JUDGES CERTIFICATION PROGRAM Judges Certification Sign-Up Are you over 21 years of age, or will you be 21 years of age as of the first day of the Judges Certification Course? * Yes No ABGA Member Number First Name Last Name Street Address Street Address Line 2 City State Zip Email Phone How many years of experience do you have with goats? Do you breed and/or show Boer goats, or have you previously at any time bred and/or shown Boer goats? * Breed Show Both How familiar are you with ABGA’s Rules and Regulations? * Very Somewhat Not Familiar How familiar are you with ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules? * Very Somewhat Not Familiar How familiar are you with JABGA Regional Show Rules? * Very Somewhat Not Familiar How familiar are you with ABGA Breed Standards? * Very Somewhat Not Familiar Have you judged on behalf of any other species/organizations? Please list them below. I agree to consent to a background check once I am certified as an ABGA Judge. Pay Now This form has reached the maximum amount of submissions. Thank you for you interest in becoming an ABGA Judge. Thanks for submitting! The program will take place on the first weekend in November at: Tarleton State University Agriculture Center 1091 County Road 518 Stephenville, Texas 76401 ABGA Certified Judge nominees must be ABGA members in good standing and over the age of 21 as of the first day of the Judges Certification Program. JUDGES RESOURCES Download Judges Manual Download Judges Show Ring Protocol Download ABGA Breed Standards Download Boer Goat Anatomy Download Meat Goat Judging Terminology Download Code of Ethics Download ABGA Rules & Regulations Download ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules Download JABGA Regional Show Rules Download JABGA Sanctioned Show Rules Download Concurrent Show Rules Download Visual Inspection Form

All American Boer Goat Association forms are available on our website, including Membership Renewal Forms, Agent Authorization Forms, Registration Applications, Transfer Applications, Live Coverage Service memos, and more. New Member Application The annual Adult Membership fee is $75. Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year. Adults must be 21 years of age or older. Click here for more information, or to join using our digital form. Download Form New Junior Member Application The annual Junior Membership is $30. JABGA Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year. JABGA Members must be under 21 years of age, and must have an active Adult ABGA member as an Authorized Agent . Download Form Renewal Form Renewals run through December 31 of each year. Adult renewals are $75 annually. JABGA renewals are $30 annually. You can also renew your membership directly on iCompete. Download Form Agent Authorization Form Need to add an Authorized Agent to your account? An Authorized Agent is a person, or firm, empowered to act on behalf of another. An Authorized Agent can make decisions regarding your account and herd on your behalf. Download Form ABGA Affiliate Application The ABGA Affiliate Program is designed to assist and provide resources to local goat clubs. This program is open to all meat goat and Boer goat clubs that desire to be part of the affiliate program. We are currently reworking our affiliate program and benefits. Download Form ABGA Checklist / Coversheet To process your work without delay, please include this completed and signed form with all ABGA forms and supporting documents. Download Form Registration Application Use this form to register your new addition to your herd, or to sell an unregistered goat from your herd. Download Form Multi-Registration Application for Breeder This form is for breeders only. Used this form to register 10 goats on one form. Download Form Live Coverage Service Memo A Service Memo is a form signed by the owner, or lesser, of a buck that indicates service or exposure dates to one or more does. The form requires both the buck and doe’s names, registration numbers, and the doe’s right and left ear tattoos. Click here for more information. Download Form Transfer Application Use this form when transferring ownership of an individual goat between a buyer and a seller when the original certificate is non-existent. This must be accompanied by a statement from the seller requesting a “Duplicate” and why. Otherwise, you can complete a transfer on the back of you Certificate of Registration. Download Form Lease Application A lease is a contract by which a person allows another person the use and possession of an animal for a specified time period. Download Form Listing Paper Application Animals that are otherwise ineligible for registration or a Record of Pedigree will be eligible for a “Listing Paper” with the Association. We are currently unable to print listing papers. We will update the membership when this is available. Download Form DNA Sample Processing Request Form DNA is no longer required as of Sep 1, 2021. Beginning February 1, 2025, all DNA testing will move to a Single-nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) analysis, commonly pronounced as “snip.” You may also request DNA digitally HERE . Download Form Certificate of Embryo Recovery (Flush Form) To ensure a faster turnaround. Please use our standard Embryo Recovery/Flush form. The fee is $10 per donor. Download Form Standard Certificate of Embryo Freezing To ensure a faster turnaround. Please use our standard Embryo Freezing form. The fee is $10 per donor. Download Form Embryo Ownership Transfer Form Use this form if you are selling fresh or frozen embryos, or an implanted recipient doe. Download Form Sanctioned Show Application Promote the Boer goat industry and help the genetic improvement of the Boer breed by sanctioning your Boer goat show with the ABGA. All wins and points will be permanantly recorded. See the ABGA Sanctioned Show Download Form Visual Inspection Application Visual Inspection services are provided by ABGA approved inspectors. See Rule 1100 in the Rules & Regulations to learn more about Visual Inspections. Download Form Ennoblement Nomination Form Download Form Doe of Excellence Nomination Form The Sire of Merit Award is open to Fullblood, American Purebred, and American Percentage Does. Applicants must submit the $20 fee with their application. See Rule 1301 in the ABGA Rules & Regulations to learn more about the Sire of Merit Award. Download Form Sire of Merit Nomination Form The Sire of Merit Award is open to Fullblood, American Purebred, and American Percentage Bucks. Applicants must submit the $20 fee with their application. See Rule 1301 in the ABGA Rules & Regulations to learn more about the Sire of Merit Award. Download Form Rule 900 Filing The purpose of this form is to file a Rule 900 complaint with the ABGA against an ABGA member. Each complaint shall be filed listing only the date and information of one specific rule violation. The filing fee is $500 per complaint. Download Form JABGA Sanctioned Show Substitution Form Download Form JABGA National Show Substitution Form Download Form All Forms Membership Forms Registration Forms DNA & Flush Forms Show Forms Other Forms Forms Download our fillable PDF membership, registration, and show forms. Have a question about a form? Contact us!

Open PDF document in a new window 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.

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. 3/19/2026 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 2/19/2026 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 1/15/2026 Board of Directors Watch View Minutes 12/31/2025 2025 (All) 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 Date Meeting Minutes Video First Prev 1 Page 1 Next Last Select Month Select Year Reset

Join the largest Boer Goat association in the world with over 7,000 members. You can submit an ABGA or JABGA New Member Application and process payment all online. Looking for a printable form? ABGA New Member JABGA New Member Join the American Boer Goat Association American Boer Goat Association The annual Adult Membership fee is $75. ABGA Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year You must be 21 years of age or older to join as an Adult Member. You may add up to two Authorized Agents on your application. If you need to add more in the future, please contact the ABGA office. Please choose up to three unique Herd Prefixes on your application, as you first choice may be in use by an existing member. We will choose the first available prefix. Your prefix cannot be changed once it's approved. You may also choose an optional Herd Name for an additional one-time $20 fee. Once chosen, your herd name may be removed but not changed. Junior American Boer Goat Association The annual Junior Membership fee is $30. JABGA Memberships run from January 1 through December 31 of each year JABGA Members must be under 21 years of age. JABGA Members must have an active Adult ABGA member as an Authorized Agent. Adult members may add up to three new Junior Memberships on your application. If you need to add more, please contact the ABGA office for further assistance. Junior Members may use the same Herd Prefix as their adult Authorized Agent, or their own unique Herd Prefix.

Open PDF document in a new window 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.

Open PDF document in a new window 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.

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 Candidates for Board of Directors Mar 18, 2026 115 Board Meeting 3-19-2026 Mar 17, 2026 122 Statement from BOD to Members Mar 11, 2026 330 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 18, 2026 Updated 3/26/2026 Mar 17, 2026 Board Meeting 3-19-2026 Mar 11, 2026 Statement from BOD to Members Mar 3, 2026 ABGA National Judges View all Office Updates

​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 Candidate Bios 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.