The American Boer Goat Association's Payment Center allows members to add funds to their account electronically via credit card. PAYMENT CENTER Payments made using the form below add credit to your account and can take up to three business days to process. Payment received will be applied to your outstanding balance first. Add Credit

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 Iowa Meat Goat Association Mid-Atlantic Goat Association Minnesota Boer Goat Association North Dakota Meat Goat Association Tennessee Meat 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 Minnesota Boer 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

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. ดาวน์โหลดรายชื่อผู้พิพากษาที่ได้รับอนุมัติสำหรับพิมพ์ ABGA อนุมัติผู้พิพากษา 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

View past editions of the American Boer Goat Association’s magazine The Boer Goat here. You can also download promotional materials and submit media inquiries. Read this issue! Read this issue! THE BOER GOAT ARCHIVE Winter 2018 - Fall 2020 Archive July/August 2011 - Fall 2018 Archive Magazine Ad Rates Advertise in The Boer Goat Magazine REACH MORE THAN 7,000 READERS EACH ISSUE! For more information about The Boer Goat editorial calendar, ad dimensions, rates, print deadlines, or online and e-newsletter advertising, please contact Public Relations Manager Allison Moore at (325) 486-2242 or editor@abga.org . Print-ready ads should be submitted in electronic format via email as press-optimized, high-resolution jpg, tiff, eps or PDF with all fonts and graphics embedded. Other formats will not be accepted. Ads must be paid for in full before they will be printed. New ads will not be accepted from delinquent advertisers. Ad space reserved but canceled or not filled will be billed at the full rate. The Boer Goat Magazine

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The American Boer Goat Association's office is located at 4258 South Jackson Street, San Angelo, Texas. Our office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. Our phone number is 325-486-2242, and our email address is mail@abga.org. Contact Us 9 AM - 5 PM (CT) • Monday - Friday Closed • Saturday - Sunday 325-486-ABGA (2242) mail@abga.org 325-486-BOER (2637) Submit a Work Order Frequently Asked Questions

This calculator can determine the birth date range of a goat required to enter an American Boer Goat Association show class based on the date of the ABGA show. The Show Class Calculator tells you which class to enter each age of goat in. All you need to do choose the show date on the calendar, and the calculator will calculate the age break of your goats at selected show date. Class Birth Range Start Date End Date 0 to Under 3 Months 3 to under 6 months 6 to under 9 months 9 to under 12 months 12 to under 16 months 16 to under 20 months 20 to under 24 months 24 to under 36 months 36 plus months startDate startDate startDate startDate startDate startDate startDate startDate startDate endDate endDate endDate endDate endDate endDate endDate endDate endDate Show Class Calculator Determine the birth date range of a goat required to enter a show class based on the date of the show.

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: 12 พ.ค. 2569 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!

​Improving market opportunities for ABGA members' stock. Improving market opportunities for ABGA members' stock. Are you planning an upcoming sale? Let the American Boer Goat Association (ABGA) help promote it — at no cost to you! When you include a JABGA Donation Lot , your sale unlocks exclusive advertising benefits through ABGA and JABGA platforms. These donation lots support the Junior American Boer Goat Association and demonstrate your commitment to the next generation of Boer goat producers. Advertising Benefits Include: ✔ Dedicated Social Media Promotion ABGA Facebook Page ABGA Instagram Page JABGA Facebook Page JABGA Instagram Page ✔ Spotlight in ABGA E-Newsletter Featured in a newsletter sent to ABGA members ahead of your sale. ✔ Enhanced Visibility on ABGA Member Sales Page Your sale will be highlighted on a high-traffic page promoting member-hosted events. ✔ Recognition at JABGA Events Your sale and donation lot will receive branding exposure at either a JABGA Regional Show or the National Show . Adding a JABGA Donation Lot is a simple way to give back, increase visibility, and engage more buyers. Interested in learning more? We're happy to help you get started. Let’s grow the industry together! Sale submission rules & information Please submit your sales at least 14 days before your sale. Please allow 3-5 business days for you sale to be added to the website. Once approved, your sale will be listed on the Events Calendar on the ABGA homepage. Your sale will be advertised in our newsletter the month of the sale. Subscribe to The Boer Goat Newsletter Your sale will be advertised on Facebook the Wednesday before your sale. Follow us on Facebook! Member Sales List your Boer goat sales with ABGA. Gain free promotion, social media reach, and newsletter features when you include a JABGA Donation Lot.

Boer goats gestate for an average of 150 days. Use the ABGA Gestation Calculator to determine the approximate due date of a pregnant goat based on the breeding or exposure date. Gestation Calculator Boer goats gestate for an average of 150 days. Use the ABGA Gestation Calculator to determine the approximate due date of a pregnant goat based on the breeding or exposure date. Gestation Calculator Exposure Date Expected Kidding Date: The average gestation period for Boer goats typically falls around 150 days. By choosing your breeding or estimated exposure date, you can determine the expected kidding date. It is advised to closely observe does 10 days before and after this anticipated date. Does expecting multiple kids often deliver earlier, while does expecting less kids often deliver later. For the highest likelihood of survival, a doe should ideally be at least 140 days into the pregnancy.

The American Boer Goat Association celebrates and recognizes those who help to promote the American Boer Goat Breed. Congratulations to our past and future Ambassadors of the Breed. Ambassador of the Breed The American Boer Goat Association honors and appreciates individuals who contribute to promoting the American Boer Goat Breed. Every year, our members nominate candidates for the ABGA's Ambassador of the Breed, who are then recognized at the ABGA & JABGA National Show. Ambassador of the Breed Nominations are now closed. A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for this year's Ambassador of the Breed! Your participation plays a vital role in celebrating the individuals who are making a real difference in promoting and advancing our breed. Nominations are now officially closed, and we’re excited to announce the winner very soon! 🎉The recipient of this honor will be recognized at the 2025 ABGA & JABGA National Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Your voice helps shine a light on the leaders and role models within our community. Thank you for being part of this important tradition! 2025 Roger McSwain 2024 Terry & Sue Taylor 2023 Randy & Cindy Dusek 2022 Don Smith 2021 Eddie Holland Joetta Boyd Carol DeLobbe Terry Brown MD Shurley Ervin Chavana 2020 No nominees due to COVID19 2019 Coni Ross Fred Homeyer Joe Tipton 2018 Bob Duke 2017 The Ryals Family 2016 Jim & Lynn Farmer 2015 John & Jackie Edwards Preston Faris 2014 Buck Pruitt Jane Meacham Jimmy Day F. Dian Newman Kim Halfmann Dr. Lou Nuti Sammy Helmers Ernest Schwartz Don Jackman Mary Powis Stan Keen Walter Pope III Norman Kohls Charles Turner Mike Masters W.E. Whitehead 2013 Dr. Frank Pinkerton Marvin Shurley The Kearney Family Dr. Frank Craddock Congratulations to our past and future Ambassadors of the Breed! 2025 Ambassador of the Breed Nominate Your Candidate! Get Started! We are taking nominations for this year’s Ambassador of The Breed! Nominations must be received by March 28, 2025. Current Board members are ineligible for nomination and/or to nominate a candidate. Only one (1) person, partnership, or family will be eligible per year.

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