Thank You Area 1 Regional Show Participants! Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 1 Regional Show a success! Thank you to everyone that participated in the Area 1 Regional Show in Merced, California. Thank you to all exhibitors, spectators, parents, and volunteers! Oktoberfest Thank you to Oktoberfest, Sue Hobby, the Hobby Family, and the Oktoberfest team for your organization, support, and all your efforts in making this event happen. Thank You to Our Judge We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our livestock judge, Terry Burks , for his invaluable expertise. Your knowledge and experience have greatly contributed to the success of our event. Thank you once again, Terry Burks! Thank you JABGA Board Thank you to the JABGA Board for your help, with a special thanks to Area 1 Director and JABGA President, Maddie Reis! Thank You to Our Photographer Thank you to Lacy Ann Photography for your stunning perspective! You can view and purchase Area 1 photos on Lacy's website by clicking the button below: View Photos Heartfelt Thanks to Our Sponsors We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our wonderful sponsors for their generous financial support. Your commitment and belief in our mission make a significant difference and enable us to achieve our goals. Your contributions not only provide essential resources but also inspire us to continue our work with passion and dedication. We truly appreciate your partnership and support! DIAMOND SPONSOR GOLD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSORS JDJ Livestock • Mar Sumabat • Pintail Farm BRONZE SPONSORS Boers by Hobby • IJ Farms Boer Goats • Joe Airoso • John Alvara

JABGA Board of Directors The Junior American Boer Goat Association divides the United States into five areas, with two representatives from each. The Junior Board is responsible for making key decisions that affect the organization, assisting in the preparation of events like the Regional and National Shows, and connecting with industry leaders and peers. Learn More regional shows 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. Go to Regional Shows JABGA News & Updates Check out what's new and upcoming with the Junior American Boer Goat Association. VIEW ALL NEWS Dec 18, 2024 Thank You Area 5 Regional Show Participants! Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 5 Regional Show a success! Dec 13, 2024 Thank You Area 1 Regional Show Participants! Thank you to all exhibitors, sponsors, judges, and volunteers that participated on making the Area 1 Regional Show a success! Dec 2, 2024 Overcoming Obstacles in the Industry The Boer goat industry faces challenges like breeding for quality, disease management, and labor commitment. Despite these, the rewards are immense. By Alaina Blair Oct 25, 2024 2024 - 2025 Regional Show Series: Public Speaking Topics The Public Speaking contest encourages participants to develop communication skills while sharing knowledge about the Boer goat industry and breed. our mission JABGA’s mission is to bring together Boer Goat Enthusiasts through a youth organization that offers competitive programs to reward excellence, enhance educational opportunities, promote the value of genetics, and develop leadership skills through activities at local, state and national levels. Junior American Boer Goat Association For youth under 21, the Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA) is devoted to helping the youth reach their desired potential through education, leadership, scholarship programs, and exhibition opportunities at National, Regional, and Junior Sanctioned Shows. Join JABGA

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 Area 1: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming Area 2: Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Wisconsin Area 3: Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington DC, West Virginia Area 4: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee Area 5: Colorado, New Mexico, Texas

The American Boer Goat Association Board of Directors elected new officers during their annual Face-to-Face meeting on Friday, July 15 in San Angelo, Texas. Your 2022-2023 ABGA Board of Directors Officers are: President: Ken Baty Vice President: Kevin Richmond Secretary: Lane Reigle Treasurer: Sam Knott Executive Committee: Kim Morgan, Ken Baty, Kevin Richmond, Lane Reigle, Sam Knott, Katherine Klug, Amy Scharmer American Goat Federation Representative: David Carwell Congratulations to these new Officers! More announcements and committee chairs coming soon.

ABGA Treasurer Sam Knott and Region 7 Director Katherine Klug joined host Drew Williams on Boer Goat Nation on November 15, 2022, to discuss upcoming events and exciting changes happening within ABGA. You can watch the Facebook Live broadcast of the podcast below: Boer Goat Nation , hosted by Drew Williams, is a podcast designed to promote the Boer goat breed, the industry, and the hard-working people that make the industry great. Boer Goat Nation is broadcast via Facebook Live every Tuesday night at 7:00 PM CST . You can find them on Facebook HERE . In an effort to improve communication and open engagement with nearly 10,000 ABGA members and industry partners, the ABGA Board of Directors is excited to be partnering with Boer Goat Nation . The Board of Directors has committed to participating in the podcast once a month to share updates and progress within ABGA and JABGA and share highlights from our published minutes from the monthly meetings of the Board of Directors .

ABGA staff joined host Drew Williams on Boer Goat Nation on December 13, 2022, for a live demonstration of the 2023 renewal process using ABGA's new membership software, iCompete . You can watch the Facebook Live broadcast of the podcast below: Boer Goat Nation , hosted by Drew Williams, is a podcast designed to promote the Boer goat breed, the industry, and the hard-working people that make the industry great. Boer Goat Nation is broadcast via Facebook Live every Tuesday night at 7:00 PM CST . You can find them on Facebook HERE . In an effort to improve communication and open engagement with nearly 10,000 ABGA members and industry partners, the ABGA Board of Directors is excited to be partnering with Boer Goat Nation . The Board of Directors has committed to participating in the podcast once a month to share updates and progress within ABGA and JABGA and share highlights from our published minutes from the monthly meetings of the Board of Directors .