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2025 ABGA & JAGBA National Show

May 28 - June 8, 2025

Kentucky Exposition Center

Louisville, Kentucky

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Join the largest annual event in the meat goat industry

Dedicated to bringing top exhibitors and animals from across the country to compete in an event expected to draw over a thousand exhibitors, spectators, and participating businesses.

Sponsor the 2025 National Show

The 2025 ABGA & JABGA National Show is expected to draw approximately 1,500 exhibitors, spectators, and participating businesses. Your generosity and participation will help to make this event an even bigger success for the meat goat industry. Thank you for your support!

Meat goat carcass in tropical design

Mar 19, 2025

Calling all JABGA Members: Meat Goat Evaluation

This is your chance to gain hands-on experience in commercial goat production, track performance metrics, and compete for over $5,000 in premiums!

Josh Stephans

Mar 18, 2025

ABGA Open Show Judge: Josh Stephans

Josh Stephans of Elkland, MO, owns Hidden Springs Farms and has been an ABGA judge since 2014, judging at all levels, including National Shows.

Kathy Daves-Carr

Mar 18, 2025

ABGA Open Show Judge: Kathy Daves-Carr

Kathy Daves-Carr, a certified judge since 2001, has judged top Boer goat shows nationwide, including Fort Worth, NAILE, and JABGA Nationals.

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Important Dates & Deadlines

ENTRY OPEN

Apr 1, 2025

HERDBOOK CLOSES

May 16, 2025

ENTRY DEADLINE

May 16, 2025

LATE ENTRY DEADLINE

May 23, 2025

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