IMPORTANT UPDATES! JABGA Exhibitors must provide their birthdates when entering the National Show on Showman. Please login to showman.app to add or edit your Junior Exhibitors birthdate. JABGA Exhibitors entered into the Showmanship and Contest classes MUST wear shirts provided by Cowpokes Work & Western while competing in these events. If you haven't provided your shirt size in Showman, you still have time to update your entry. Login to your Showman account to add or edit your shirt size. #2023NationalShow #news

Matt Moravec is a renowned auctioneer who was born and raised in David City, Nebraska, where he still resides. His love for auctioneering and performing in front of live audiences is evident in his work, which was inspired by his father, who also runs an auction business. For 23 years, Matt has worked with Mecum Auctions, a collector and muscle car auction that is broadcasted on television. In 2022, Matt took on the role of announcer at the National Show and was invited back in 2023 for another year. Welcome back, Matt! #2023NationalShow #news

Tara Hicks has been selected as one of three 2023 ABGA and JABGA National Show Superintendents. This is not Tara’s first rodeo when it comes to the National Show Superintendent role. She was a 2022 National Show Superintendent and has previously hosted ABGA sanctioned shows. An ABGA member since 2014 and with over a decade of county fair superintendent experience, the driving force behind Tara’s agricultural involvement is youth exhibitors. “I love working with the youth and helping them develop skills they will use later in life. My absolute favorite thing at any show is Showmanship! I love watching the kids give it their all." Part of what makes Tara’s involvement with the ABGA and JABGA National Show so natural is the event’s evolution and focus to directly benefit JABGA youth exhibitors. Of course, the chance to network with other Boer goat breeders is a big bonus too. "Meeting producers from across the country is awesome also...because I don't make it to enough shows during the year to mingle much.” Tara doesn't only stick to Boer goats. She has a ton of show experience with 4-H, Brown Swiss cattle, registered Polled Hereford cattle, steers, commercial heifers, and market lambs. She owns Rock’N Heart Farms, a 30-acre spread in northwest Arkansas. She calls Rock'N Heart Farms “a little bit of a funny farm.” Rock'N Heart Farms runs around 40 head of goats, several breeds of cattle, and plenty of dogs, horses, and cats. Tara earned a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Missouri State University and currently works as a breeder supervisor for Simmons Foods, a poultry company that has branched into the pet food sector. #2023NationalShow #news

The American Boer Goat Association is thrilled to announce their collaboration with Kentucky Kingdom & Hurricane Bay in Louisville, Kentucky. To receive a discount on tickets, scan the QR code provided or check out KentuckyKingdom.com and follow the simple steps below. Take advantage of this offer on any regular operating day in 2023 and don't forget to use the code ABGA23 at checkout to claim your discount! #2023NationalShow #news

JABGA National Show Contest Rules: Showmanship, sales talk, skill-a-thon, judging contest, public speaking, and more. #2023NationalShow

If you're a breeder looking to register your animal(s) with ABGA, you'll need a unique Herd Prefix, which can be a combination of letters and/or numbers, between 3 and 5 characters. When you apply for a new ABGA Membership, you'll choose your Herd Prefix at no additional cost. Non-members will need to pay a $10 one-time filing fee. Your Herd Prefix will be used for animal identification by tattooing it in the right ear of each registered animal. How do I choose a Herd Prefix? Choose a unique Herd Prefix that represents your ranch or farm. For instance, if your ranch name is Johnson Ranch and you're located at 123 Main Street, you could choose JR123. But the choice is ultimately yours. Your Herd Prefix can be a word or words, or a series of numbers and/or letters. You cannot change your Herd Prefix once it's assigned, so we recommend providing at least three options in case your first choice is already taken by an existing ABGA member. Where and how do I tattoo the Herd Prefix? Tattoo the Herd Prefix in your goat's right ear, and ensure that it's done correctly to avoid any issues during registration. You can find more information about tattooing here. If you own the dam at the time of conception of the goat you are registering, you are the breeder. Therefore your Herd Prefix is what you will tattoo in your goat's right ear. If you purchased an unregistered goat on application, you must tattoo the breeder's Herd Prefix in your goat's right ear. One exception to this rule is when you have bought a bred or pregnant dam that gave birth while in your possession. In such a case, you can use your Herd Prefix. Ensure that you obtain a Service Memo from the breeder. Can I use the same Herd Prefix for my family or children? If you're a family with multiple members, you have the option to share the same Herd Prefix. Junior members can use the Herd Prefix assigned to an adult member residing in the same household and serving as their agent. Additional Information No herd prefix will be assigned that utilizes one letter followed by a number or series of numbers (example: D4 or R278). Once assigned, the herd prefix and tattoo sequence cannot be changed. Exception: Rule 212F (Rules & Regulations) An ABGA herd prefix may be reassigned in the case of court order, inheritance, or sale of herd prefix by submitting a completed ABGA Name & Herd Prefix Transfer Form and appropriate fee to the ABGA office.

For our JABGA members, we have some essential information to help you get ready for contest day at the National Show. #2023NationalShow #news

⚠ The ABGA & JABGA National Show entry deadline is May 22, 2023, at 11:59pm CST. ⚠ Your entries and payment must be submitted by May 22, 2023 (11:59 PM CST) to avoid late fees. Late entries will be accepted after May 22 until June 1, 2023 (11:59pm CST) with added late fees. If your work order was in the office before the Herd Book deadline, but your goat is still not registered, your entry will be honored. Please use “PENDING” as the registration number and complete all other fields for your National Show entry on Showman.app. We are working hard to get your animals registered as soon as possible. If your animal’s registration application was not in the office, or registered by the Herd Book deadline, (May 15, 2023) but was entered in Showman, your animal will NOT be eligible for the National Show. Entries are non-refundable per the National Show Rules. Click here to enter the National Show #2023NationalShow #news

President, Area 2 Cecelia Knott is currently serving as President of the Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA). She is a sophomore studying Business Administration at Bob Jones University. Knott grew up in Mackinaw, Ill. She began showing registered Boer goats in 2014, and the family (including ABGA Director Sam Knott, her father) quickly expanded their herds to include 200 head of Boer goats. The family has sold goats across the Unites States and exported animals to other countries as well. Outside of goats, Knott’s family maintains a small herd of Simmental cattle. She previously served as secretary and president of JABGA. In high school, Knott was a member of her local 4-H club and served on the Student Leadership Team at her church. She is now a member of the University Business Association at Bob Jones University. Knott has also operated her own handmade jewelry business (Cecelia Claire Designs). She enjoys outdoor activities, like hiking and kayaking, crafting and reading. Regardless of what she pursues after graduation, Knott is interested in staying connected to agriculture, and possibly working within cosmetology or another family business. As JABGA President, Knott is excited to explore new ways to grow the industry as a whole and further improve JABGA’s Regional Show series and provide education and mentoring to younger members. #JABGA #JABGABoard

Vice President, Area 3 Logan Hollen currently serves as the Vice President of the Junior American Boer Goat Association. Hollen is a born-and-bred Kentuckian who first showed Quarter Horses. Her introduction to Boer goats came when Hollen’s older sister began showing the breed, and Hollen was determined to follow in her footsteps with help from her parents. Hollen has previously served one term as Vice President and as treasurer of JABGA. During high school, Hollen served as President of her local FFA chapter and maintained membership in the National Honor Society. She was also active in her local church youth program. When not in the goat barn, Hollen enjoys kayaking and hiking. She also enjoys self-expression through writing. Hollen will be attending Northern Kentucky University in the fall of 2022 to study communications. She aims to pursue a career in media and public relations, where she can then promote and educate the public about the agriculture industry. As Vice President, Hollen hopes to provide mentoring and guidance to other JABGA members and improve the organization experience for others to ensure the same great experience she has had. #JABGA #JABGABoard

Treasurer, Area 2 Natalye Scholl serves as Treasurer for the Junior American Boer Goat Association (JABGA). She currently attends Iowa Connections Academy. Scholl has spent her life around goats; her family transitioned to ABGA registered goats after raising and maintaining a herd of commercial goats for many years. The Scholls run a small cow-calf operation, and Scholl’s grandparents also have a small row crop operation. When starting out with Boer goats, a previous JABGA officer took the time to mentor Scholl, and she knew she wanted to remain involved with the program. Scholl has previously served as a JABGA Director and Reporter. According to Scholl, she “may like [her] goats more than people sometimes.” She also enjoys helping others prepare to sell their goats through fitting for shows or for sales. Scholl has also shown pigs, calves, and sheep, and is involved with FFA through CAM High School, where she is the current Vice President, and 4-H through Benton Franklin 4-H Club. When not involved in her family’s operations, Scholl has a special interest in photography, specifically for sale animals. She plans to attend Des Moines Area Community College to pursue an associate’s degree in ag business. Scholl is excited to continue her involvement in JABGA and act as a mentor to others within the program. #JABGA #JABGABoard

Secretary, Area 1 “I am extremely excited and proud to have been appointed to the JABGA Board of Directors and look forward to serving Area 1 as well as all members. In 2017, I started my journey in the industry with just two market wethers. My love for the breed was immediate, and now I run a herd of nearly 40 Boer goats. I attended my first ABGA show in 2019 and soon after became a member. I am also active in my local 4-H club and FFA chapter, where I enjoy competing in Livestock Judging. Being new to the industry, I am incredibly grateful for the amazing mentors, who continue to help me hone my skills and increase my knowledge. There is no adequate way for me to convey the deep gratitude I have for them other than to give back by sharing what I have learned with other youth. My goal this year is to work collaboratively with my fellow directors to make the organization the best it can be by being the voice of our members. I also want to work diligently to increase membership in the JABGA, because we youth are the future of the Boer goat industry. This organization has changed my entire focus and path for my life, and I look forward to sharing that with others.” #JABGA #JABGABoard