Office Updates Keep up with announcements, reminders, events, and more from the ABGA office. JABGA Area 5 Regional Show Update After careful consideration, a change has been made to both the location and date of the Area 5 Regional Show. October 9, 2024 Open Meeting 10-8-2024 An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. October 7, 2024 A Message from the President: Oct 7, 2024 Members of the American Boer Goat Association, As I step into my new role as your President for our Association, I am humbled to have... October 7, 2024 Renew You ABGA Membership on iCompete Renew before January 1 to vote for new board members, run for a Board seat, and actively participate in changes to the bylaws. October 3, 2024 Announcement from the Board of Directors Regarding last night's Board meeting. October 3, 2024 Board of Directors: Hurricane Helene We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers. October 2, 2024 Announcement from the Board of Directors Please feel free to reach out to your regional director for any questions, comments, or concerns. September 27, 2024 Open Meeting 9-24-2024 An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. September 20, 2024 Open Meeting 9-19-2024 An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 19, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. September 18, 2024 Open Meeting 9-10-2024 An open Board meeting will take place on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST. All ABGA members are welcome to attend. September 9, 2024 2024 Judges Certification Program The ABGA judges certification program in Lakeville, Indiana, November 1-3, 2024. August 29, 2024 2024-2025 Committees Sign up for an ABGA committee today and make a meaningful impact! August 28, 2024

Member Resources Your resource for ABGA definitions, tutorials, and new member friendly information. Herd Prefix Registering Your Animals with ABGA: Understanding Herd Prefixes and Requirements. Member Resources Certificate Colors & Herd Books Ever wonder why your Certificates of Registration are different colors? Member Resources How to Submit a Certificate of Registration Electronically How to send an ABGA Certificate of Registration via email or from our website. Member Resources Live Coverage Service Memo Have you been asked to provide a Service Memo, and don't know what it is or where to find one? Let's dive into the ABGA Rules & Regulations! Member Resources Tip Tuesday: Transfers Check out these tips and rules for transferring your ABGA registered Boer goat! Office Updates Tip Tuesday: Embryo Transfers Check out these rules and tips regarding Embryo Transfers. Office Updates Tip Tuesday: Submitting a Work Order Submit work to ABGA office digitally via email or abga.org/contact for confirmation within 1 day. Contact if no response to prevent delays. Member Resources ABGA Definitions Discover the most common definitions in alphabetical order used by the American Boer Goat Association. Improve your knowledge of the ABGA! Member Resources

News & Updates Jul 5, 2024 Thank You, Interns! Your dedication and effort was invaluable to our team. Jun 27, 2024 Thank You, End Cap Sponsors! We couldn't have achieved success without each and every one of you. Jun 26, 2024 Thank You, Ringside Table Sponsors We couldn't have achieved success without each and every one of you. Jun 25, 2024 Thank You, Superintendents! The superintendents' efforts are critical to the daily operation and overall success of the show. Jun 24, 2024 Thank You, Judges! You play a crucial role in ensuring that the highest standards are met when it comes to evaluating and awarding exhibitors. Jun 21, 2024 Thank You, Vendors! Your dedication, and amazing products truly brought our event to life. We couldn't have done it without your support. Jun 19, 2024 Thank You, Sponsors Thank you, sponsors! Jun 14, 2024 Replay and Results Did you miss the National Show? Watch the replay via Show Barn Flix! Jun 11, 2024 Coni Ross Update ​ Jun 9, 2024 2024 Nationals Announcer Matt Moravec Matt Moravec – Passionate Auctioneer from David City, Nebraska Jun 8, 2024 Day 1 Day 1 has come to a close! Jun 8, 2024 JABGA Live Auction ​ Load More News

Recipes Find delicious goat meat recipes from American Boer Goat Association members, Junior members, & chefs across the globe. Submit a Recipe Easy Goat Enchiladas This recipe for easy goat enchiladas is courtesy of former JABGA Area 4 Directors Noah Ridding and Isaac Ridding. October 21, 2022 Stir-Fry Chevon with Green Onions This easy Asian-inspired chevon (goat) recipe is courtesy of ABGA member Patricia Parson of Pendergrass, Ga. October 20, 2022 Goat Jerky This classic goat jerky recipe is the perfect on-the-go snack, courtesy of former JABGA Area 4 Director Noah Ridding. October 1, 2022 Hawaiian Goat Mini-Kebabs These luau-worthy Hawaiian goat mini-kebabs are courtesy of ABGA member Patricia Parson of Pendergrass, Ga. September 15, 2022 Goat Gumbo This Cajun-inspired recipe for goat gumbo is courtesy of former JABGA Area 4 Director Isaac Ridding. August 10, 2022 Goat Texas Chili - 2022 National Show Tasting & Recipe Contest Winner Tiffani Row's Goat Texas Chili recipe blew away the judges and took first place in the 2022 ABGA National Show Tasting & Recipe Contest. July 1, 2022 Curry Goat This curry goat recipe is courtesy of former JABGA Area 4 Director Noah Ridding. June 1, 2022 Paula Parker's Family Bar-B-Que Goat Recipe With Spring here, it’s time to talk about barbequing! Here’s a recipe from ABGA member Paula Parker for Bar-B-Que Goat. March 24, 2022 Jamaican Curried Goat Recipe If you missed Spice Island Grill on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, you can still get the Jamaican Curried Goat recipe... March 15, 2022 Braised Goat Shanks Recipe Cozy up with your family with this flavorful dish! This Braised Goat Shanks recipe is from our ABGA Board Member Maddie Fenton’s kitchen.... December 28, 2021 Appetizer Goat Kabobs Easy, sizzling goat kebabs make the perfect party appetizer. December 28, 2021 Christmas Goat Meatballs Recipe Easy to make Christmas Goat Meatballs with ground goat! December 18, 2021 Goat From Farm to Table With the growing popularity of Caribbean and Indian cuisine in America, goat meat is finding its way into many more recipes. September 2, 2022

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ABGA Adult Membership 21 years of age or older as of January 1 of the application/renewal year $60.00 JABGA Membership Under 21 years of age on January 1 of the application/renewal year $30.00 Annual Membership Description Price All Memberships are due for renewal January 1st of each year. Renewals are full price. Fullblood or American Purebred Under 18 Months of Age $20.00 $15.00 $38.00 Fullblood or American Purebred Over 18 Months of Age $24.00 $20.00 $48.00 American Percentage Herdbook Under 18 Months of Age $20.00 $15.00 $30.00 American Percentage Herdbook Over 18 Months of Age $24.00 $20.00 $40.00 Listing Paper Under 18 Months $11.00 $9.00 $22.00 Listing Paper Over 18 Months $16.00 $14.00 $32.00 Clone Registration $50.00 N/A $100.00 Registrations Member Rate (Mailed or Emailed) Non-Member Rate Online Member Rate If you are submitting a registration application for a goat that is not the offspring of a purchased "bred" doe and you are not the breeder, a transfer form and transfer fee will be required at the time of registration. American Fullblood Does = 100% Bucks = 100% American Purebred Does = Minimum of 93.75% and less than 99.99% Bucks = Minimum of 96.875% and less than 99.99% American Percentage Does = Minimum of 25% and less than 93.75% Bucks = Minimum of 50% and less than 96.875% Transfer Ownership of ABGA Registered Goat $10.00 $9.00 $16.00 Transfers Member Rate (Mailed or Emailed) Non-Member Rate Online Member Rate DNA Database Search $10.00 $15.00 DNA Testing $35.00 per goat $40.00 per goat Deletion/ Registration Cancellation Fee $5.00 per goat $5.00 per goat Duplicate Certificate $5.00 $10.00 Flat/Sleeved Certificates of Registration $5.00 per certificate $5.00 per certificate Flush Report $10.00 per donor $10.00 per donor Herd Name $20.00 N/A Herd Prefix $5.00 one-time fee 10.00 one-time fee Live Coverage Service Memo Free Free Name Change (See Rules & Regulations for requirements) $10.00 $20.00 Recording of Inspection for Ennoblement $10.00 $15.00 Research Fee (all incomplete, illegible, or unreadable forms and applications are subject to a research fee). $25.00 $25.00 Revisions due to faults of ABGA Free Free Revisions due to request or fault of applicant $5.00 each $10.00 Rule 900 Complaint Fee (See Rule 900 in the Rules & Regulations) $500.00 N/A Other Services Member Rate Non-Member Rate Flush Report $5.00 per donor ** $10.00 per donor ** Live Coverage Service Memo $5.00 per sire ** $10.00 per sire ** Registrations/ Transfers $25.00 per goat ** $50.00 per goat ** Rush Fees Standard Rush (3-business day turnaround).* Same-day Rush (1-business day turnaround).* * Does not include weekends, holidays, or special mailing. Standard USPS mailing is included. ** In addition to applicable registration fees. Download Fee Schedule ABGA Fees See a full list of fees for all ABGA services including Membership fees, registration & transfer fees, and more.

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Back to all sales Tonya Finch Benefit Auction Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Name of Sale Tonya Finch Benefit Auction Date of Sale October 2, 2024 at 12:00:00 PM In-person or Online Online Format Auction Consignors ABGA Members and Friends across the Nation More Info Contact Terry Taylor ttaylor.ie@gmail.com (806) 787-2409 Location http://www.herdbuilderproauctions.com ​ Previous Sale Next Sale

Back to all sales Pride of Minnesota Boer Goat Sale Saturday, September 28, 2024 Name of Sale Pride of Minnesota Boer Goat Sale Date of Sale September 28, 2024 at 6:00:00 PM In-person or Online In-person, Online Format Auction Consignors Ahrens Family Boer Goats AM Boer Goats Boer Goat Central Brincks Boer Goats Carlson Pinecrest CrazyT Boer Goats Diamond A Farm Double A Boers Double V Boers Eerie Oaks Farms Groth Boer Goats & Ryan 4 Sisters Helgeson Brookside Boers Krager Farms Maertens Family Boer Goats Odd Barn Farm Boer Goats Pitlick Boer Goats SBZ Ranch Schaefer Farms Boer Goats Wild Crocus Farms More Info This is your chance to Invest in Excellence! Join us for the Midwest’s premier Fall Registered Boer Goat Sale on September 28, 2024 at the Mower County Fairgrounds in Austin, MN. Can’t join us in person? No worries - online viewing and bidding available on DVAuction! 75 of Minnesota, Iowa, and South Dakota’s best are coming to the sale block! Check out the supreme offering of Bred & Exposed Does, Bred Recips, Show Does and Bucks ready to work and bring your herd to the next level! We are proud to bring you some the best genetics not only of today, but of ALL TIME! Check out the offering: https://goatpromoter.com/sale-catalogs/prideofmn/ See you in Austin - September 28th! Contact Samantha Philips sbzranch@gmail.com (320) 630-9469 Location https://www.facebook.com/PrideofMinnesotaBoerGoats 700 12th St SW, Austin, MN, USA Previous Sale Next Sale

Back to all sales Rebels for a Cause! (BGN benefit sale) Tuesday, September 24, 2024 Name of Sale Rebels for a Cause! (BGN benefit sale) Date of Sale September 24, 2024 at 12:00:00 PM In-person or Online Online Format Auction Consignors Fuberry Farms - Jamie Fugate Throckmorton Show Goats- Ryan Throckmorton and Matthew Winterholler-Throckmorton J and M Show Goats - Melissa Moseman & John Scheopner 4 Spur Genetics - Cole Spurlock AW Boer Goats - Lexi Bingham and Cort Held MM Boer Show Goats - Madessa Hoffer-Dye JCKN Boer Goats - Jason and Heather Coin Sparks Livestock - Tyler Sparks Arrowhead Boer Goats - Olivia Rush Rebel Mountain Ranch Boer Goats - Ezra Spiegel, Rylan, and Brandon Sherwood More Info This is not just any sale—it's a chance to make a difference while scoring top-quality goats, semen, and embryos for your herd! Join us on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, for the Rebels for a Cause sale, where 10% of every sale goes to support Boer Goat Nation Scholarships. These scholarships empower the next generation of youth in their goat projects, helping them chase their dreams and gain valuable life skills! This sale features an amazing group of consigners who have come together to offer some of the best goats in the industry. Don't miss out—be part of something BIG! Let’s rally together, grab some fantastic genetics, and make a lasting impact. This is your chance to give back and build your herd—are you in?! 🐐💥 Contact Brandon Sherwood Rebel Mountain Ranch Boer Goats rmrboers@gmail.com (719) 940-0489 Location https://herdbuilderproauctions.com/auction/26367 ​ Previous Sale Next Sale