Winter 2020

Winter 2020

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION

Letter from the Editor Raising goats is unlike raising any other livestock. We run cattle, sheep, goats and have a couple of horses, dogs and cats. I guess you could say it is like "Old McDonald" some days. But goats? They are some of the most curious and headstrong animals that I have encountered. Sometimes it is difficult to understand that at the end of the day, they are still meat goats. We raise them to feed into other herds as productive bucks and does and we feed out wethers to go into the food chain. But, when one is sick, it is time to pull out all the stops to try to nurse them back to a healthy state. That sometimes includes drenching them with medications. The graphic to the right is an actual conversation between my mother and myself. Find a quick tutorial and "uh-oh" under the drenching section.

You will also find the national show packet and other articles of interest. Every year, I solicit feedback and article topics. If you encounter something unusual, drop me a message and let me learn more about it. Maybe we can help out others through your experience.

Karla Blackstock

Office Relocation : New ABGA Headquarters

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THIS ISSUE

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Learn about the objectives and benefits of the ABGA Affiliate program.

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When did you last check your drench gun?

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Do you have your scrapie tags on order?

12 Standouts Are you breeding to the best of the best? Should

you be thinking about performance traits?

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Update on Foot and Mouth Disease

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Water needs during the cooler temperatures

Livestock guardian dogs can ease your worries National Show Packet

Using your smart phone to find market prices

45 Calendar Don't lose sight of the many shows and events.

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Photos

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Submit your photo to editor@abga.org!

CONTACT 4258 S Jackson St San Angelo, Texas 76903 TEL: 325.486.2242 FAX: 325.486.2637

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AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION KARLA BLACKSTOCK, MANAGING EDITOR & CREATIVE DIRECTOR

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The Boer Goat hereby expressly limits its liability resulting from any and all misprints, errors and/or all inaccuracies whatsoever in the advertisement and editorial content published by The Boer Goat and its said liability is here by limited to the refund of the customer or its payment for the said advertisement, the running of a corrected advertisement, or editorial notice. Notification by the customer of any errors must be made within 30 days of distribution of the magazine. The opinions or views expressed in all editorials are those of the writer or persons interviewed and not The Boer Goat. The Boer Goat does, however, reserve the right to edit or refuse all material, which might be objectable in content. No material or part thereof, may be reproduced or used out of context without prior, specific approval of a proper credit to The Boer Goat.

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Letter from the President Hello fellow ABGA members, Congratulations to all that attended, exhibited, won classes or was named champions in the recent stock shows. As live feeds are presented from some of these shows, the quality seems to run deeper and deeper every year. Numbers have been steady to increasing especially in Louisville with the added junior show and also in Denver.

The JABGA Regional Show Series is gearing up to round out this show season with the Area 1 regional in Anderson, CA on April 3rd & 4th, the Area 3 regional on May 16th in Bloomsburg, PA and the Area 2 regional on May 23rd in Spencer, IA. I encourage all of junior members to become involved and participate in one of these great events.

Our national show will be here before we know it and the theme is “Focus on the Future”. Our charity for this year goes to benefit the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. There will once again be shirts to support this charity. New this year for the juniors is a scavenger hunt and a painted rock contest. Once again this year’s national show is also the culmination of the JABGA Regional Series. We look forward to the 2nd annual Elite Doe Sale to benefit the JABGA in which all individuals exhibiting Champions from the previous year’s national show are invited to consign. Donations are being accepted for the silent and live auctions. If you have not donated to the JABGA and would like to, I encourage you to contact Monica at the ABGA office.

Please watch for more exciting information about the National Show in the magazine or online.

I would personally like to wish Lary Duncan the best in his future endeavors and thank him for his contributions to this association!!

With spring rapidly approaching, best of luck in the kidding barn and the show ring!!

2019-2020 AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION

Board of Directors REGION 9: DERIC WETHERELL (EC) PRESIDENT: dpwether@yahoo.com REGION 13: KATHY DAVES-CARR (EC) VICE-PRESIDENT: dxdarlin1@yahoo.com REGION 14: DENISE CRABTREE TREASURER: adcrabtree@horizonview.net REGION 16: SARA DAVIS (EC) SECRETARY: csdavis@oakhollowlivestock.com REGION 1: MADDIE FENTON • maddie.fenton7@gmail.com REGION 2: KEN BATY • kbaty@crc-co.net REGION 3: CLARK HUINKER • chuinker@fmtvets.com REGION 4: KEVIN RICHMOND krichmond6896@gmail.com REGION 5: KENNY ELWOOD (EC) • kennyelwood@hotmail.com REGION 6: RANDY DUSEK • lazystranch@yahoo.com REGION 7: LINDA WEST • ll-west@sbcglobal.net REGION 8: JOHN BLACKSTOCK • blackstock.jd8@gmail.com REGION 10: JOSH STEPHANS (EC) • jcstephans@yahoo.com REGION 11: JESSE CORNELIUS (EC) • jcornelius@nettleton.k12.ms.us REGION 12: KIM MORGAN • km4881@gmail.com

REGION 15: SUSAN BURNER • wvburners@comcast.net

*EC DENOTES EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER

2020 AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION

President ABGA Board of Directors

Staff

MARY ELLEN VILLARREAL, Executive Director • mary@abga.org4 MONICA BRIDGES, Youth Coordinator • monica@abga.org ASIA FOSTER, Support Staff • asia@abga.org NANCY TENORIA, Member Services• nancy@abga.org MAURGAN BULLARD, Member Services • maurgan@abga.org SONIA CERVANTEZ, Accounts Receivable • sonia@abga.org CIERRA MARTINEZ, Member Services • cierra@abga.org

ABGA OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday • 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (CST)

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Boer Goat Association of North Carolina

Northern California Meat Goat Association

Contact: Kelly Clark

Contact: Carl McCosker

Serving States: North Carolina

Email: ncmga@yahoo.com

PO Box 36479; Greensboro, NC 27416 Email: KellyClark@triad.rr.com

Keystone Goat Producers Association 125 Ivy Drive, Middletown, PA 17057

PO Box 553

Gridley, CA 95948 530-205-7922

Tall Corn Meat Goat Wether Assoc, Inc

Email: camstoys@comcast.net

Contact: James Shepard

Illinois Meat Goat Producers

Website: www.meatgoatwether.com

Serving States: Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, Virginia, West Virginia, New Jersey, New York 779 CR 800 E; Tolono, IL 61880 Email: dpwether@yahoo.com

4458 32nd St; Grinnell IA 50112 Email: dcc3200@gmail.com Serving States: Iowa

website: www.ilmeatgoat.org

Serving States: Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Indiana Indiana Boer Goat Classic 7974 East 100 South Elwood, IN 46978

Email: treasurer@indianaboergoat.org Website: www.indianaboergoat.org

The objectives of the ABGA Affiliate program include: •

To provide resources at the local clubs level

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To assist with educational opportunities

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To provide networking opportunities for the local clubs To attract and retain goat producers

To cultivate grassroots input from local clubs

Local clubs benefit from joining the group of recognized affiliates by receiving:

..Listing on the Affiliate page of The Boer Goat including a short description

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Listing on the Affiliate section of ABGA website with description of club’s mission

Listing of club events (shows and educational events) on the ABGA Event Calendar

Monthly listing of new ABGA members in the Affiliate’s area

Eligibility to receive ABGA promotional and educational material for club events

Eligibility for educational funds

Eligibility for cost share programs

Membership matching funds at the end of each year Opportunities for future programs

How to drench your goat

1) Ensure that your medication is approved by your veterinarian or is USDA approved on goats.

2) Use a designated drench gun or oral dosing syringe with a long metal nozzle that is securely fastened to the syringe.

3) Check to make sure that there are no blockages in the syringe and that you can easily push the medication through the nozzle.

4) Weigh animals to make sure that your estimations on the medications are in line with the proper dosage.

5) Properly restrain the animal using either a shoot or by securing the animal between your knees being careful that you have full control of the animals.

6) Postion the chin at an upward angle as natural as possible to allow gravity to assist in swallowing.

Actual x-ray from Texas A&M University Photo provided by Dugat Livestock.

Nozzles that are not securely fastened to the syringe can result in a large veterinary bill.

7) Gently place the drench nozzle into the mouth of the goat, preferably in the corner between the incisors and the molars. This prohibits the goat from closing its mouth while you slowly deliver the medication over the back of the tongue.

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The Karnes County Youth Show held its first-ever "Bee You" show for special needs kids.

The show had 12 special needs participants who showed alongside a 4-H or FFA exhibitor. The ABGA recognized the Karnes County Youth Show for its agricultural awareness and servant leadership within the industry. These are the types of events that continue to keep agriculture thriving. Kolby Culpepper assisted with his wether during this event. Thank you, Kolby, for your generosity.

2019 ABGA Ambassador to the Breed Coni Ross passes away

Coni Crawford Ross was born May 26, 1951 and passed away January 19, 2020. Coni attended Brackenridge School of Nursing, graduating as a registered nurse in 1978 and worked in the Brackenridge Hospital emergency room thereafter. Coni, and husband Charlie, enjoyed ranching and hunting in Blanco, Lockhart and South Texas, but they settled in Oak Hill and brought three strong willed girls into the world, girls who became known as the “Cactus Girls”. They enjoyed all that outdoor life offers. After raising the girls, Charlie and Coni moved to their ranch in Blanco in 2006.

Coni’s American and Texas roots ran deep. Coni served as a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and of the Daughters of the American Revolution for decades. She loved animals from the time she was a little girl. In 1978 she began raising angora goats, and then

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cashmere goats before raising her beloved Boer Goats.

She won multiple national and regional awards for her innovations in and contributions to the mohair, cashmere, and boer goat industries. She was a well-respected ABGA judge and a pioneer and a legend in the goat industry.

Her depth of health and medicinal knowledge rivaled that of most veterinarians and some doctors. Always willing to help people with their health and that of their animals, Coni took “911 Goat Calls” daily, many from perfect strangers. While Coni received countless awards over decades, she will be remembered for her giving spirit, her love for her children and grandchildren, and her compassion for people and animals. She was larger than life and a one-of-a-kind “Lady Rancher,” loved by family and friends around the world.

New Scrapie Policy and Your First Tags

The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), National Scrapie Eradication Program, is providing up to 100 plastic flock ID tags free-of-charge, to first time participants in the sheep and goat identification program through fiscal year (FY) 2020 or until the available funds are expended. Producers will need to purchase the compatible applicator from the tag manufacturer. APHIS is working with sheep and goat organizations to develop a plan for transitioning toward electronic identification to improve our nation’s ability to quickly trace exposed and diseased animals in the event of an outbreak.

APHIS discontinued the availability of no-cost metal tags for producers on 8/31/19. Dealers and markets may continue to receive metal serial tags at no cost through FY 2020 or until the available funds are expended. Flock ID tag numbers are the producer’s flock ID assigned by APHIS or the State followed by an individual animal number. Metal serial tag numbers have the state postal abbreviation, 2 letters followed by 4 numbers. Plastic serial tags have the state postal abbreviation, a letter and a number in either order, followed by 4 numbers.

To request these official sheep and goat tags, a flock or premises ID or both, call 1-866-USDA-Tag (866-873-2824).

Producers and others who handle sheep or goats in commerce who need additional tags or want a different type or color of tag may purchase official plastic, metal or radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags directly from approved tag manufactures. A flock or Premises ID is required to order tags from these sources. A National Premises ID is also required to purchase official 840 RFID tags or implantable devices.

For those who use the APHIS-provided tags, please note that you will need to purchase a compatible applicator.

Plastic Shearwell tags require the V6 Sheep SET Tag Applicator. Order the applicator by calling 1-800778-6014 or by completing this order form: Shearwell Data Ltd Sheep Tag Applicator Order Form Metal National Band and Tag official identification devices require the 505S applicator. This applicator is available for purchase from the National Band and Tag Company at (859) 261-2035.

A select type of ear tags and devices are approved for the official identification of sheep and goats in interstate commerce. There are restrictions on the use of implantable devices, refer to page 55 of the National Scrapie Eradication Program Standards Note: SFCP tags may only be purchased by owners of flocks participating in the Scrapie Free Flock Certification Program. Regular program tags may be purchased by any producer who has a flock/premises ID.

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Fall 2019 Judges' Certification Course The following individuals were approved at the December BOD meeting as Level 2 judges: Justin Burns, Nick Pitlick, Paul Morgan, Linda West, Makayla Richardson, Mallory O’Neal and Jacqueline Redden. The following individuals were approved in December for Level 3 judges: Alyssa Dugat, Darby-Rose Patterson, Jerrod Helms, Billy Hubler and Dakota Ash. Review the stipulations for level 2 and level 3 judges prior to hosting your show so you can be sure to get these new judges in front of some goats.

The online judges information has been updated. To review the new list go to www.abga.org and review them under the competition tab.

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800-888-7863

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JABGA Face-to-Face meeting with team building exercises.

Region 5 Goat Scramble

Region 5 Judging Contest

Region 4

Region 2 Region 4

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Youth Scholarship Deadline and Guidelines

The American Boer Goat Association scholarship program is designed to encourage educational enhancement of young Boer goat breeders by awarding annual scholarships. This program is open to any ABGA or JABGA active member under the age of 21 who has been involved in either Association’s programs.

Application Material must be Postmarked by April 1, 2020

Application Submitted Online on or before April 1, 2020 • Click HERE for ABGA Scholarship Application • Completed ABGA Scholarship Checklist • Two Letters of Recommendation • Copy of your final high school and/or college transcript for the Fall 2019 Semester • Copy of SAT/ACT scores if not listed on high school/ college transcript

APPLICATION GUIDELINES 1. Applicants must be members of the JABGA or ABGA.

2. The applicant must be either a high school senior or a college student (under the age of 21) in the fall of the year in which the application is made. Winners will be recognized at the 2020 National Show. The applicant may receive the scholarship only one time.

3. The recipient will be selected by the ABGA Scholarship Committee members, none of whom have children applying for the ABGA Scholarship.

4. Upon receipt of enrollment verification, the scholarship award check will be sent to the institution. Failure to meet enrollment requirements in year scholarship is awarded will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.

Tattoo Identification

Tattoo Example

Tattoo information is always located in the top, right corner of the website.

This year, the letter for identification is "K".

Facing the animal

Right Ear Registered herd prefix

Left Ear Birth Year Code (2020: K) Individual animal number

Texas Sheep and Goat Expo dates announced The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service has announced the dates and theme for the sixth annual Texas Sheep and Goat Expo. The event is set for Aug.14-15 at the 1st Community Federal Credit Union Spur Arena on the San Angelo Fairgrounds.

“Business and Technology” will be the theme of this year’s event.

The expo will cover many different segments of the industry and address the concerns and challenges facing producers today. It is the largest event of its type in Texas and one of the largest sheep and goat industry educational programs in the world, said event organizers.

The 47th Sheep and Goat Field Day will also be held in conjunction with the expo. The event will be held the morning of Aug. 14 at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in San Angelo. The free field day gives participants the opportunity to hear from experts and observe firsthand the center’s sheep and goats, livestock guardian dog program and wool lab.

For more information on any aspect of the Texas Sheep and Goat Expo, contact Pritz at 325-653-4576 or visit the expo website.

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in the Boer Goat Industry Congratulations to the breeders and owners of the animals listed below. The following animals have received the awards of Ennoblement, Doe of Excellence and Sire of Merit.

ENNOBLEMENTS Name NEWTON FARMS TOUCH OF CLASS AABG NBD GRAND EDITION TGF4 FOUR T’S KRUSTY THE KLOWN AABG NBD SMOKIN’ YOUR ACES LSB12 DOUBLE DIPPER 8881 DBL-D C110 CATAPULT E94 JMI NO MERCY SNSD WHITE BALLS OF FIRE SBB5 KATHY’S KLOWN JAD SRB LUCKY’S COPPER TIME BEN9 WILLY WONKA CAPRIOLE’S DANGEROUSLY DEVIOUS BERNIE RIOT 3LF STARGATE 3LF STARGATE 9088 TEN MILE BARON MW8 WESTFALL’S MR. DIBS MBG14 HURRICANE GLORY TGF4 FOUR T’S WORD ON THE STREET SHEPHERD CREEK BIG CHECK TO CASH SHOW ME BOERS EMPIRE OYHEE TOTAL ADDICTION JMI DOUBLE VISION HOPK H-4 WAR HORSE C25 GHCF PAI CHECK’S EASY MONEY MADI DEVIL’S IMPULSE LK7 TOP TRAIL BLAZER GGF1 RAINBEE - 777 PARKER’S GOURMET ADELE MFR1 2DOX PROBLEM CHILD NEWTON FARMS GRACIE SQUARED C163 CAPRIOLE’S LOONYBUG CAPRIOLE’S CHARLI

Sex Doe Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Buck Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe

Owner Marge Skaggs/Scotty & Jenn Merrill Nathan Duncan Seth Trimble Nathan Duncan Judy Kimbrell Lee & Sharon Dana Jason Miller Sheila Smith Brad & Kathy Simmons Justin, Jared, Jason Dyjak Heather Bender Terry Brown Tena Bernett Patrick & Shelley Lowry Mark Fraser Wade or Ronda Zander Matthew Westfall Gregory & Brittany Meiss John, Seth & Glania Trimble Jason and/or Katherine Klug Wess & Lori Peterson Charlene Wendt Jason Miller Jared Hopkins Jeremy Sanders Madison Fenton Chad & Nancy Steinke G A or Gloria J Floyd Theresa Parker Reilly Butler Marge Skaggs/Scotty & Jenn Merrill Terry Brown Terry Brown

Breeder Rick and Misty Allen Circle R Boer Goats John, Seth & Glania Trimble Timothy, Arlan & Becky Humble John and Amy Crawford JJ Boer Goats Terry & Jerilynn Reynolds Casey Adamick & Jordan Buehne Brad & Kathy Simmons Justin, Jared, Jason Dyjak Heather Bender Terry Brown Tena Bernett Josh & Johanna Weir Donald & Becky Davis Dillon Kellar Boston Stapleton Gregory & Brittany Meiss Saige Givens Jason and/or Katherine Klug Joe & Barbie Teel Charlene Wendt Jason Miller Brandie Gunn Karen Richter Costa Ashley Roles Logan King JJ Boer Goats Dana Childers Rockin’ M Boers Elijah Merrill Kahla Shigeta Madison Fenton

in the Boer Goat Industry Congratulations to the breeders and owners of the animals listed below. The following animals have received the awards of Ennoblement, Doe of Excellence and Sire of Merit.

JWCGF POLARS PAINT MADI VALERINA ZA SWEET MARIA MW8 WESTFALL’S JUNE BUG CASPER FARM’S LANEY ADVBG ANGEL FACE CREEKWOOD BOERS HEART AND SOUL SHOW ME BOERS MOONLIGHT FLOWER BOET SUNSHINE EWING KENAI EXPRESS BROKEN S LEPPIN LISA CAPRIOLE’S DIPSTICK CJSF SPARKLING WHISKEY

Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe Doe

Jeff & Sheryl Pearcy Madison Fenton Caleb, Kevin, Hannah & Janet Westfall Matthew Westfall Dillon Kellar Aaron & Denise Crabtree Nancy Certain Wess & Lori Peterson Darcy Boettger Dickie & Kyle Ewing & Joel Green Cecil & Sharon Swepston Terry Brown Natalye Scholl

Herman J Holder, Jr Madison Fenton Timothy, Arlan & Becky Humble Eden Basford Dillon Kellar Josh & Johanna Weir Jeri Troesken Travis Levings Darcy Boettger Baylee Lamb Waylen Dorscher Kole McNeer Natalye Scholl

SIRE OF MERIT Name LSB12 CHOCOLATE EXPRESSO

Owner Judy Kimbrell

Breeder Judy Kimbrell

DOE OF EXCELLENCE Name JMI SOUTHERN HOT BABE MJJ1 LIGHTNIG B333 RBGO ARIANA C539

Owner

AMARUGIA DANCEWITHME RSACR TOO HOT FOR SPOTS TWEST SMOKIN CAT

Jason Miller Janet Moraczewski Alan & Pamela Motta Don & Tracy Diefenbach, Ryan & Tisha Diefenbach Emily L Williams Janelle Hennigan

BB14 SOUTHERN CHARM 3TM Z BABY SC4 4C FACE THE FRONT

Bryan Fountain & Blakely Clements Matt & Traci Day Carlie Callahan

Breeder Jason Miller Janet Moraczewski Michael & Julie Sarver Don & Tracy Diefenbach, Ryan & Tisha Diefenbach Alden Hallett Teresa Westmuckett Blakely Clements & Dr James Haught DVM Tassi Jo Fadely Thalia I Ochoa

BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION

JUNIOR AMERICAN

JABGA Needs Your Help!!

Home Décor

Tack

Crosses

Gifts

Show equipment Homemade goods

Livestock Registered goats

Candles

Leads

Gift basket

Implanted Recips

Paintings

Buckets

Gift cards

Breeding Services/Semen

Picture frames

Feeders

Jewelry

Embryo’s/Flushes

Wall hangings

Fitting equipment

Apparel

The ABGA/JABGA would like to invite you to be a part of a major fund raiser for the JABGA. During the 2020 National Show week, a silent auction and live auction will be held. All of the proceeds from the items donated will go directly to the JABGA. All donations are accepted and much appreciated.

Sullivan’s

Flare

• Amplifies Hair Dimension & Shine.

• Works on all hair types in all temperatures.

Each donor will have their name published in an issue of The Boer Goat, on the JABGA Facebook page, and on the ABGA website. During the show, names of the donors will be announced over the public address system and a special thank you given.

Sullivan’s

Fresh and Feminine • Boost metabolic fat burning for fresher appearance.

We are looking for goat-related items, but would like to encourage all types of of home decor, baskets and gifts.

Sullivan’s

Mini 360 Smart Brush • Now Available in 6” Design • High Quality Brush Tip • Ends Covered for no blower whistle.

Sullivan Supply Inc. Dunlap, Iowa - 1-800-475-5902 • Hillsboro, Texas - 1-800-588-7096 • Lodi, California - 1-888-914-5972

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Fitting Services

www.sullivansupply.com

We would like to thank past donors for their support and encourage potential donors to contribute to a great cause.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Monica Bridges. Again thank you for your continued support of the ABGA/JABGA and the Boer goat industry.

JUNIOR AMERICAN

BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION

Prizes / Payouts / Points / Jackpots

Wether Shows | ABGA Shows | Fitting Contests | Showmanship | Skill-A-Thons

AREA AREA AREA

Each show will have a unique set of contests for juniors to earn points toward the regional series.

Anderson, CA | April 4, 2020 Spencer, IA | May 23, 2020 Bloomsburg, PA | May 16, 2020

Remember livestock drinking water needs during winter weather Chilly and sometimes freezing temperatures are making their wintertime appearance in the Southern Plains states, and that means livestock producers need to be paying extra attention to the drinking water needs of their animals.

“No matter what type of livestock you raise, remember the days when you most want to stay by the fire are the days it pays to pay closer attention to water management,” said Robert Bourne, Bryan County Extension director and agricultural educator for Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources.

Limited water intake depresses animal performance quicker and more drastically than any other nutrient.

“Frozen water sources and improperly functioning automatic waters are major contributors to limiting water intake,” Bourne said. “Animals drink water most readily between 40 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Heated waterers that overheat can be just as big a problem as frozen water. Check them often and on a regular schedule.”

Free choice salt or salt in the diet will serve to increase water consumption and help ensure adequate hydration. Still, sound management when employing this strategy is needed.

“When water is suddenly limited by frozen water sources or improperly functioning waterers, salt toxicity can occur because there is not sufficient water to dilute and eliminate salt in the animal’s tissues,” said Barry Whitworth, OSU Cooperative Extension veterinarian and food animal quality and health specialist.

Salt toxicity results from increase amounts of sodium in the blood which crosses over into the cerebral spinal fluid.

Once there, the sodium accumulates in the brain.

“The increased amount of sodium in the brain attracts fluids by osmosis,” Whitworth said. “The increase in fluids results in swelling which increases the pressure and softening of the brain.”

Clinical signs typically are related to central nervous system malfunction with ataxia, a lack of balance and coordination, often evidenced by the animal having trouble walking; seizures and death possible.

“The more likely place to see this problem is with animals raised in confinement and fed concentrated rations with high salt or mineral content,” Bourne said.

In addition, limited water intake can be a factor in urinary calculi – known as “water belly” – in ruminants. However, the process will not occur overnight.

“Urinary calculi tend to form in concentrated urine, and

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concentrated urine may result from not drinking enough water,” Whitworth said. “The most likely scenario in these instances is an animal that does not consume as much water as is needed during wintertime weather, which concentrates the urine. Stones form and over time they get larger or manifest in large numbers and lodge in the urethra.”

A case of urinary calculi can be so severe that surgical intervention is needed.

“It is far less stressful on both the animal and owner to just assure adequate and continuous water intake rather than having to treat a case of urinary calculi,” Whitworth said.

Dairy cows given free access to water will produce more milk and more butterfat than cows on a twice-per-day drinking schedule.

“It is an assumption, but a logical one, that (other livestock) would respond the same way,” Bourne said. “Keeping open water available may result in bigger weaning weights, so chopping ice once or twice per day should be looked upon as an investment if other management aspects line up.”

Historically, maximizing weight across the scale has been the objective of U.S. ranching operations. “Optimizing production rather than maximizing it is the key,” Bourne said.

“As always, analyze what you’re doing and the effect those practices are having on your livestock.”

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Livestock Guardian Dogs It might appear that Bill Costanzo, Texas A&M AgriLife Research livestock guardian dog specialist, is doing just that each day at the office. However, Costanzo is actually preparing puppies for futures protecting livestock– all while researching the factors that might contribute to that success.

The AgriLife Research Center in San Angelo is conducting a study on what types of bonding pen experiences produce a better livestock guardian dog, or LGD. Bonding pens are fenced pastures where dogs bond with the species of their future charges.

The current class of dogs are Moe, Larry, Curly, Thor, Goliath and Hulk. The puppies will spend approximately three months in the bonding pen process in San Angelo.

Each bonding pen is an acre in size and, once the bonding process is complete, the dogs will graduate to much larger pastures where they will guard flocks or herds. They will continue to have their behavior monitored until they are approximately 18 months old.

Dogs as predator deterrents

These dogs serve as deterrents to predators such as coyotes, eagles, feral hogs and mountain lions– anything threatening goats, sheep and their young.

“Bonding of LGDs starts at birth with these animals,” said Costanzo. “ It is believed that if puppies are not properly bonded by 16 weeks of age, the imprinting in the

dog’s brain to guard its charges is not firmly set.”

Improper imprinting could result in dogs who wander and do not stay with their charges. Costanzo thinks bonding from birth to 16 weeks of age is probably the single most important thing to do to establish a strong foundation for future success as a livestock guardian dog.

The class of six puppies are in four bonding pens at the AgriLife Research and Extension Center in San Angelo. The dogs are all male and come from two different litters of livestock guardian dogs with proven genetics. Three puppies are Maremma guardian dogs. The other trio is what’s known as a Texas LGD mix of Akbash, Anatolian Shepherd and Great Pyrenees bloodlines.

Studying siblings vs. solo

For this first study there are four bonding pens total, and Costanzo is studying whether these dogs will become better livestock guardian dogs when raised in bonding pens with a sibling or solo. Each trio of brothers is divided up so that one dog is alone in a pen while his two siblings are together in a different bonding pen. Costanzo is also studying whether anti-digging deterrents actually prevent dogs from getting out of fenced areas later in life.

These dogs are not pets, but they are cared for and trained for real-world situations. They are walked on leash-

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es a few times a week, groomed and ride in vehicles so they become comfortable traveling between different locations or going to the vet.

“These are dogs that instinctively want to protect, so they need to be bonded to sheep and goats so that natural instinct to guard is focused on the animals, rather than on humans,” said Costanzo.

Species specific again, causing more digestive issues; therefore, it is best to keep a routine of feeding every 12 hours.

Not only does the routineto keep your animals healthy, helps them better.

The puppies are exposed both sheep and goatsit since theirgain future “It doesn’t matter the species, animals willof always gain more efficiently when there is a routine. For example, if you feed duties could involve protecting both types animals. at 7 a.m., and then again at midnight, the animal is hungry for too long. The pH will drop. If they are used to one thing, the di“LGDs can be bonded to almost any species,” Costanzo said. “They gestive system adapts, but if it is a constantly moving target, their digestive system never gets into routine,” Grimes-Hall said. also do a great job when bonded to poultry. Free-range poultry operaIn addition to scheduled feeding times, it is imperative to provide your animals with fresh feed at every feeding. Yes, tionshigh-quality in California are using dogs to guard against show feed can be costly, and it might seempredators.” easy to feed a scoop of the “leftovers” in the pan, but there is probaMost likely the puppies will guard the flocks andsuggests herds belonging bly a reason your animal left some behind. Grimes-Hall if your animaltoisn’t eating the amount you think it should, back AgriLife Research graduation.

The plan isbump for two to remain in San off the volume ofupon feed per feeding, then gradually up the amount once it starts cleaning up its feed. sure your animal has to clean, fresh water at all times water intake is directly and positively correlatAngelo,Next, two make will work in Menard ataccess the Martin Research Ranch, and as two ed to feed intake and is the most important nutrient for all animals.

If you don’t have a free-flowing water system, make sure will be at the Sonora Station. The siblings that were in bonding pens together will remain in pairs working together to to clean your buckets daily, so the water your animal is drinking is fresh. quantify the impact of bonding with another guardian dog.

Finally, to help make sure your animals keep eating and their digestive tract stays healthy, be sure to provide them a diges“There is debate within the LGD breeding community regarding how much interaction with humans is ideal,” said tive supplement like Sure Champ® every day. Look for products that contain Amaferm®, a precision-based prebiotic designed Reidto Redden, AgriLife Extension sheep andfor goat specialist, San Angelo.

“Some people prefer that enhancePh.D., digestibility by amplifying nutrient supply maximum performance.

It is research-proven to increase waterLGD and have no interaction with These dogs become fearful body of humans and are difficult to animals. manage. feed intake.

In humans. addition, research showsoften that Amaferm decreases temperature in heat-stressed “Other people prefer that LGD have daily contact with humans.

These dogs could bond withbe people With a these products, you are keeping the good bugs in the gut and keeping the bad bugs out. It could easy totoo much and overthink very importantThrough step in preparing your show whenwe youaim are consistent your times and not stay withthis their livestock. this project andanimals, future but efforts, to build awith data setfeeding of rearing LGDs with an and provide fresh, cleanand water and the Amaferm advantage, feeding at livestock becomes simple. arrayrations of bonding experiences document the LGDs effectiveness guarding livestock.”

You can see the puppies’ progress on the LGD Facebook page. On the AgriLife Research and Extension website, you can learn more about the dogs and read Costanzo’s blog.

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Foot and Mouth Disease

The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (Daff) in South Africa ha reported that the number of confirmed positive locations since the start of outbreak in January 2019 had risen to 15, with more than 130 points identified with possible links to specific auctions and affected properties. Along with other measures, the South African government has banned livestock auctions to aid in controlling the outbreak.

However, this measure puts their farmers and ranchers in an economic crisis.

With a strong tie to the South African farming communities, Boer Goat breeders need to be aware of the ban on the exportation of any livestock from South Africa. Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences recently offered the first-ever field training for North American private-sector veterinarians and state and federal animal health officials for foot-and-mouth disease.

The training included hands-on experience in the diagnosis and investigation of a real outbreak in a foot-and-mouth disease-endemic country. Training covered foot-and-mouth disease pathogenesis, clinical diagnosis, laboratory testing, epidemiology, outbreak investigation and biosecurity. It also equipped participants to pass-on the training they receive to others back home after the course.

Foot-and-mouth disease is a severe, extremely contagious viral disease of cloven-hoofed animals such as cattle, swine, sheep, goats and deer.

While the U.S., Canada and Mexico have not experienced an occurrence of foot-and-mouth disease since 1929, 1952 and 1954, respectively, globally, the disease is endemic in many countries in Asia, the Middle East and large parts of Africa. It also continues to be seen in some parts of Europe along with sporadic outbreaks in South America.

“The U.S. livestock industries and animal health officials have been working on U.S. foot-and-mouth disease preparedness plans for many years,” said Elizabeth Parker, DVM, AgriLife Research. “The need for this training is at an all-time high for U.S. veterinarians working with livestock.

The recent rapid spread of African swine fever across Asia reminds us of the need to be vigilant and increase our preparedness for foreign animal diseases such as African swine fever and foot-and-mouth disease. If the U.S. had an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, early detection is key, and our private sector veterinarians will most likely be the boots on the ground to help regulatory animal health officials implement the daily response.”

“The return of foot-and-mouth disease to the U.S. is one of the biggest threats to our industry,” said Colin Woodall, chief executive officer for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. “It is important that courses like this are used to help educate, train and prepare large animal vets and industry experts to help us respond quickly and decisively.

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Preparation and prevention are key, and this course will help with both.”

The training course showed participants how to safely examine livestock without spreading the disease between farms; how to age lesions and take foot-and-mouth disease diagnostic samples; understand what the U.S. regulations will require; and how to help clients develop a biosecurity plan specific for their operations to minimize the odds of an outbreak on their farm or ranch.

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“Private veterinarians play a vital role in protecting the U.S. dairy herd from foot-and-mouth Key Facts on FMD disease,” said Jamie Jonker, Ph.D., vice president for sustainability and scientific affairs for the Foot and mouth disease (FMD) is a transboundary animal National Milk Producers Federation. “Hands-on disease (TAD) that severely affect the production of livestock and training opportunities to observe foot-and-mouth disrupting regional and international trade in animals and animal disease are an excellent opportunity for dairy products. veterinarians to hone their skills in protecting the The disease is estimated to circulate in 77% of the global liveU.S. dairy herd from the disease.” stock population, in Africa, the Middle East and Asia, as well as in a Foot-and-mouth disease is not a food safety limited area of South America. Countries that are currently free of or public health threat, but it does pose a serious FMD remain under constant threat of an incursion. economic risk to the U.S. agricultural and food Seventy-five percent of the costs attributed to FMD prevention industry due to large-scale production losses and and control are incurred by low income and lower-middle income severe restrictions on international trade. Control and eradication costs could also be significant. Ac- countries. Africa and Eurasia are the regions which incur the largest costs, accounting for 50% and 33% of the total costs respectively. cording to USDA, research suggests an outbreak The morbidity rate may approach 100% in susceptible cattle popin the U.S. could result in losses of $15 billion to ulations.

A global strategy for the control of FMD was endorsed in $100 billion, depending on the duration of the 2012. outbreak, the extent of trade restrictions and consumer reactions.

“We are proud to offer this course, the first of its kind for North America, to give our veterinarians the resources and training to properly and safely manage a potentially catastrophic disease among our nation’s livestock,” said Eleanor M. Green, DVM and the Carl B. King Dean of Veterinary Medicine at Texas A&M. The European Commission for the Control of Foot-and-Mouth Disease has been offering this training for over 10 years for other countries, but this is the first opportunity designed specifically for North America. A field veterinarian from U.S. Department of Agriculture-Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will also take part during each training to discuss the specifics of a U.S. response.

Dr. Burke Healy, US Chief Veterinarian and Veterinary Services Deputy Administrator for USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service said, “While we’ve been able to send a few veterinarians to a European course in the past, having a course hosted by a U.S. institution will mean that many more U.S. veterinarians will be able to participate. Private practitioners play an important role in helping us detect foreign animal diseases like foot-and-mouth disease or African swine fever, should they ever occur in the United States, giving us a better chance to catch a disease before it is widespread.”

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National Show Charity The mission of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure.

AFA was founded in 2002 by a caregiver whose mother lived with Alzheimer’s disease from 1980-1992. At that time, there was little information available and nowhere to turn for support. His goal was to make sure that no other family living with Alzheimer’s disease would have to go the journey alone.

AFA was created to be that resource for families in their time of need. AFA operates a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484), staffed entirely by licensed social workers, which provides support and assistance to callers, as well as connect them with resources in their area, no matter where in the United States they live. The helpline has grown into a

seven-day a week service. AFA’s national network of more than 2,900 member organizations serves families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses in each of the fifty states.

To help individuals take a proactive approach to brain health, AFA has a National Memory Screening Program which provides, free, confidential memory screenings at sites across the country. What began as a program on a single day in November has grown into a year-round service which has screened more than 5 million people to date.

AFA also works with professional caregivers and dementia-care settings to provide them with additional training and continuing education to elevate the level of care they provide on a daily basis. AFA has trained and educated more than 19,000 individuals through its professional training and community education programs.

What are signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease?

Although each individual is unique, experts have identified common warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, including: • Memory loss, especially of recent events, names, places and other new information • Confusion about time and place • Struggling to complete familiar tasks such as brushing one’s teeth • Trouble finding appropriate words, for example in a sentence • Difficulties in judging situations • Changes in mood and personality

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2020 National Show Checklist

• Read the 2020 National Show Rules.

• All junior entries must provide SSN for entry form to be processed.

• The veterinary signed Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (Health Certificate) must be submitted for each entry at check in. Electronic copies will not be permitted.

• Pairs Classes will now be in the Open, JABGA, and B&O Shows.

• Group Classes will now have an entry fee.

• Group Classes will only be in the Open & JABGA Shows.

• You will need a medication form for EACH goat. Copy the form in the magazine or print from the ABGA website.

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2020 ABGA and JABGA National Show Schedule SATURDAY- June 6

Show Office will be open 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm

3:00 pm – 9:00pm 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 8:00 pm

Barns open for arrival of animals Scales open for commercial does and market goats JABGA General meeting and welcome activity Pizza Party Scavenger Hunt All JABGA animals must be checked-in and paperwork submitted to office

SUNDAY - June 7

Show Office will be open daily 8 am to 4 pm - Closed 12 pm-1 pm for lunch

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

3:00 pm to 6:00 pm 6:00 pm

ABGA arrival (no vehicles allowed inside barn after 12.01pm – must unload outside the doors) Opening Ceremonies Market / commercial doe showmanship (Senior, Intermediate, Junior) Public Speaking JABGA Skillathon Competition Lunch Break Costume Contest Market Show Commercial Doe show JABGA Sales Talk Competition Sullivan Supply Fitting Demonstration (after the conclusion of the show)

MONDAY - June 8

Show Office will be open daily 8 am to 4 pm - Closed 12 pm-1 pm for lunch

7:45 am 8:00 am 8:00 am to 12:00 pm 8:00 am

1:00 pm 3:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm

Opening Ceremonies Silent Auction #1 opens – ends Tuesday 6:00 pm ABGA arrival (no vehicles allowed inside barn – must unload outside the doors) JABGA Breeding Showmanship (Senior, Intermediate, Junior) Followed by JABGA National Bred and Owned Show ABGA show paperwork must be submitted to office Lunch Break Boot Scramble Resume JABGA National Bred and Owned Show JABGA Goat Judging contest - Seniors will give reasons following contest Elite Doe Sale – Sift to determine sale order (after conclusion of the show) Fitting Contest

TUESDAY - June 9

Show Office will be open daily 8 am to 4 pm - Closed 12 pm-1 pm for lunch

7:45 am 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Opening Ceremonies JABGA Coloring and Rock Painting Contest

7:45 am 8:00 am 8:00 am to 12pm 12 Noon 1:00 pm

12:00 pm 12:00 pm

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2020 JABGA NATIONAL SHOW SPONSORS

Thank you!

For the second year in a row, Mr. Ron Dilley of Flatrock Reproduction Services has secured the following donations to our Junior members at the Junior National Show. We appreciate each of these sponsors and look forward to our youth coming to Grand Island, NE, to participate. Good luck to our exhibitors.

PREMIUMS PAID TO THE SIX BREEDING ANIMALS IN THE GRAND CHAMPION DRIVE BUCKS

COMMERCIAL DOES

Menger Creek Ranch Ervin Chavana Boerne TX

$2250

B-Mack Farms Brad & Chase Mackey Kingston NC

$2250

2M Boer Goats Paul & Kim Morgan Charlestown IN

$2250

$2250

Mayo Boer Goats Ernie & Wendy Mayo Oriental NC

$2250

Windy Acres Boers Terry & Sue Taylor Lubbock TX

$1125

Dust Devil Ranch Chrystal & Maddie Fenton Trevor Clements Touchet WA

$1125

$2250

$2250

WETHERS Radiant Reds Kenny & Megan Elwood Bella Vista CA Flatrock Reproduction Services Ron Dilley, Dr Kyle Onan, Brennan Lewis Stillwater OK

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SAKB Boer Goats Ken, Jane & Sydney Baty Loveland CO

Southern Comfort Ranch Scott Weber, Michelle O’brien, Rick Farmer North Fort Myers FL

FB DOES Rocking 4R Boer Goats Mike& Maureen Reis Rio Vista CA

PREMIUMS PAID TO THE TOP SIX COMMERCIAL DOES AND WETHERS

$2250

$2250

SHOW PREMIUMS Grand Champion Reserve Grand Champion 3rd 4th 5th 6th

$1500 $800 $700 $600 $500 $400

The Coni Ross Memorial Aged Class Nomination Form 2020 FIVE YEAR OLD AND UP SPECIALTY CLASSES

$500 CASH PRIZE FOR EACH DIVISION • • • • • •

There is no entry fee for this class Form needs to be handed in at show office by 9 AM Wednesday June 10th To be eligible the fullblood doe or percentage doe must be 5 years or older There will be two separate classes.

Percentage Does will be shown at the conclusion of the percentage doe show. Fullblood does will be shown at the conclusion of the fullblood doe show Health papers are required

OWNER: ______________________________________________________________________ REGISTRATION # _____________________________________________________________ DOB: ___________________ TATTOO: RE__________________ LE ____________________ NAME: ________________________________________________________________________ SIRE: __________________________________________________________________________ DAM: _________________________________________________________________________

Hotel and Grounds Information Ramada by Wyndham Midtown Grand Island 2503 S Locust St, Grand Island, NE 68801 Phone: (308) 384-1330

Best Western Hotels & Resorts 2707 S. Locust Street Grand Island, NE 68801 (308) 381-8855

Mainstay Hotel 3051 S. Locust Street Grand Island, NE 68801 (308) 646-2091

Boarders Inn & Suites by Cobblestone Hotels 3333 Ramada Rd. Grand Island, NE 68801 (308) 384-5150

Roadway Inn 3205 S. Locust St. Grand Island, NE 68801 (308) 646-2090

Camping / RV Parking at Fonner Park 700 S Stolley Park Rd Grand Island, NE 68802 308-382-4515

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2020 ABGA / JABGA National Show Rules

In addition to the following rules, all ABGA and JABGA Sanctioned show rules will apply.

DEFINING AN EXHIBITOR Throughout the ABGA and JABGA National Show Rules the term “exhibitor” is defined as the owner or junior member’s sibling or step sibling according to the requirements of JABGA of the goat listed in the ABGA registry.

DEFINING A PARTICIPANT Throughout the ABGA National Show and JABGA National Show Rules the term “participant” includes but is not limited to an exhibitor, agent, custom fitter, vendor, office staff, ring steward or spectator.

ABGA NATIONAL SHOW ELIGIBILITY Exhibitors must be a current active adult or junior member or junior member’s sibling or step sibling according to the requirements of JABGA to submit a show entry for the ABGA National Show. Active or junior members of ABGA must be listed as the current owner on the ABGA registration prior to entry.

JABGA NATIONAL SHOW ELIGIBILITY Exhibitors must be a current member of the Junior American Boer Goat Association to submit a show entry for the JABGA National Show. Goats must be registered in the JABGA member’s name or junior member’s sibling or step sibling according to the requirements of JABGA. No ranch or family name can be listed in the owner section of the certificate. If the JABGA owner has more than one entry in a class, the other goats must be shown by another JABGA member.

JABGA AGE To be eligible to show, the junior exhibitor must be at least 4 years of age on the day of the show. Maximum exhibitor age is 18 years of age on January 1, 2020.

JABGA SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES Exhibitors entered in showmanship classes must own or be a junior member’s sibling or step sibling according to the requirements of JABGA of the goat that is being shown. The animal shown in showmanship must have been entered in the JABGA or JABGA Bred and Owned show by the same exhibitor showing it in showmanship.

Age division will be determined based on the contestant’s age on the first Saturday following 2019 Nationals, for the division of competition. Exception: Exhibitors turning 4 years of age after the 2019 Nationals will be eligible to show.

Junior Division: 4-8 years of age, Intermediate Division: 9-13 years of age, Senior Division: 14-18 years of age.

ABGA/JABGA ANIMAL ELIGIBILITY Competition is open to goats registered in the Herd books of ABGA. No entries will be accepted until the animal is first registered in an ABGA herd book. The ABGA Herd books will close on May 8, 2020 (5:00 PM CST) for registrations for the National Show.

All goats must be registered purebred, Fullblood or percentage Boer goats. Percentage doe classes are for goats 25% to less than 93.75% Boer. Fullblood/Purebred doe classes are for goats 93.75% Boer and higher. Fullblood /Purebred buck classes are for goats that are 96.875% Boer and higher.

ENTRY INFORMATION To enter the 2020 National show without paying late entry fees, your entries must be in the ABGA office by the end of business day May 8, 2020 (5:00 PM CST) or submitted online via Showman App until 11:59 PM CST. Entry fees are nonrefundable. Late Entry Fees will be assessed on ALL entries received from May 8, 2020 (Beginning 5:01 PM CST) – May 22, 2020. No entries will be received after May 22, 2020 (5:00 PM CST or 11:59 PM CST online).

Application for entry must be on current, official entry forms. There is no limit on the number of goats that can be entered in a class by a member.

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ENTRY FEES The entry fee for goats is $40 per head in the ABGA National Show and $30 per head in the JABGA National Show. The entry fee for the JABGA Bred and Owned is $20 per head. Entry fee for the JABGA Market and Commercial Doe show $40 per head. Entries are required to provide the information as listed on the entry form. Entry fee for group and pair classes is $10 per entry with exact animals to be finalized before the class.

LATE ENTRIES All entry fee(s) for goats received after 5:00 PM CST on May 8, 2020 in the office or submitted online via Showman Ap by 11:59 PM CST are subject to a late fee. Mail courier and other delays are not considered in determining entry fees: the receipt date will determine if a late entry fee is required.

There will be an additional $40 per animal late fee charged for each ABGA class entry received between May 9, 2020 and May 15, 2020 (5:00 PM CST or 11:59 PM CST online) and an additional $80.00 per animal late fee charged for each class entry received between May 16, 2020 and May 22, 2020 (5:00 PM CST or 11:59 PM CST online) There will be an additional $5 per entry late fee charged for each Pairs or Group class entry received between May 9, 2020 and May 22, 2020. No entries will be received after May 22, 2020 (5:00 PM CST or 11:59 PM CST online).

Substitutions are available for a fee of $40 per head per show by June 1, 2020 (5:00 PM CST) for ABGA and JABGA exhibitors. There will be a $50 National Show rush fee, per animal, for corrections performed during the National Show, in addition to standard applicable fees.

SHOW ENTRY TYPE ABGA JABGA JABGA Bred & Owned JABGA Market JABGA Commercial Doe Pair Class Group Class (No JABGA Bred & Owned) Substitution Fee (June 1st, 2020 5:00 CST DEADLINE) On-Site Rush Fee Corrections

On-Time

Late

Late

By May 8 5:00 PM CST

By May 15 5:00 PM CST

By May 22 5:00 PM CST

$20

$40

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$40

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$40

$60

$80

$10

$15

$20

$10

$15

$20

$40 $30

$80 $50

$120 $70

$40 $50

COMPUTING AGES FOR ABGA & JABGA NATIONAL SHOW ABGA will establish June 1, 2020 as the date for computing age classes.

CLASS BREAKS FOR THE ABGA AND JABGA NATIONAL SHOW The Junior Division in the Percentage does, Fullblood Does and Fullblood Bucks will be broken by age starting with the youngest to the oldest with no more than a 92-day age spread in each class*. Class breaks will not be determined until all entries have checked in at the National Show. The JABGA Bred and Owned Show will follow regular sanctioned show class breaks. *Animals under 6 months of age will not be exhibited in the same class as animals 6 months of age and older.

IDENTIFICATION All goats must have a legible permanent ear identification (ear tags are not permanent IDs) and/ or a microchip corresponding to the ABGA registration certificate upon arrival on the grounds. An exhibitor must provide a reading device if a microchip is utilized for identification. GOATS WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM JUDGING WITHOUT PROPER IDENTIFICATION.

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JABGA BRED & OWNED CLASSES

All goats that are not bred and owned over the age of ninety (90) days must be in the herd book by May 8, 2020 5:00 PM CST. All JABGA National Show entries where the JABGA member is both the animal’s sole Breeder and Owner can be entered in the applicable JABGA Bred & Owned Class in addition to the regular class for an additional $20.00. The breeder of an animal is the owner or lessee of record of a kid’s dam on the date of service.

PAIR CLASSES The following rules apply for pair classes. Entry fee is $10 per pair per show. Entry Deadline and Entry Fees / Late Entries Rules apply. Pair entries must have identical owners. Exhibitors must complete the entry card listing each animal’s tattoo and registration number and submit to the office for verification prior to the start of each division (Percentage Doe, Fullblood/Purebred Doe, Fullblood/Purebred Buck) of each show. Animal information will be checked upon entry at the gate. The goats must be shown in their regular class. Any animal disqualified in a regular class for a cull fault or tattoo will not be eligible for the pairs or group classes.

BEST PAIR KIDS: Two animals shown in the 0-12 month classes of the respective division.

BEST PAIR ONE YEAR AND OLDER: Two animals shown in the yearling and/or senior classes of the respective division.

BEST PAIR OF DOE/BUCK KIDS: Both sexes represented. One Fullblood/purebred doe and a Fullblood buck kid that has been shown in respective classes.

GROUP CLASSES The following rules apply for group classes. Entry fee is $10 per group per show. Entry Deadline and Entry Fees / Late Entries Rules apply. Exhibitors must complete the entry card listing each animal’s tattoo and registration number and submit to the office for verification prior to start of the Yearling classes of each division (Percentage Doe, Fullblood/Purebred Doe, Fullblood/Purebred Buck). The goats must be shown in their regular class. Any animal disqualified in a regular class for a cull fault or tattoo will not be eligible for the pairs or group classes. There will be no group classes for the JABGA Bred and Owned show.

FULLBLOOD GET OF SIRE: Three Fullblood or Purebred offspring of the same buck with both sexes represented. Do not have to be owned by the same person.

PERCENTAGE GET OF SIRE: Three Percentage does, any age that are out of the same buck. Do not have to be owned by the same person.

FULLBLOOD PRODUCE OF DAM: Two offspring of the same doe. Do not have to be owned by the same person.

PERCENTAGE PRODUCE OF DAM: Two offspring of the same doe. To be eligible, the dam must be registered in an ABGA Herd book. Do not have to be owned by the same person.

FULLBLOOD BREEDER’S HERD: The exhibitor of the herd must be breeder of record. Goats owned by other exhibitors may be included provided the exhibitor of the breeder’s herd was listed as the owner or co-owner of the dam of the included goat(s) at the time of conception: 1.) Two Fullblood or purebred does less than 12 months, 2.) Two Fullblood or purebred does 12 months or greater, 3.) a buck of any age.

PERCENTAGE DOE BREEDER’S HERD: The exhibitor of the herd must be breeder of record. Goats owned by other exhibitors may be included provided the exhibitor of the breeder’s herd was listed as the owner or co-owner of the dam of the included goat(s) at the time of conception: 1.) Two percentage does less than 12 months, 2.) Two percentage does 12 months or greater.

SHOW SCHEDULE A tentative schedule is listed in the show packet and noted as subject to change. The schedule of classes for the show will be posted each day. The schedule of classes is at the discretion of the Show Superintendents based on in the barn entries.

All Goats MUST Be Out of the Barn by Noon Sat., June 13, 2020.

HEELERS-JABGA NATIONAL SHOW Heelers are allowed in the JABGA National Show in the yearling classes and older to assist youth exhibitors under the age of twelve (12) as of January 1, 2020 or members with physical or mental disabilities. Heelers must be current JABGA Member. A heeler may only lead and/or hold the animal.

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JUDGING Exhibitors are responsible for knowing the times at which their goats will be judged. Any goat not presented promptly will be ruled ineligible and barred from competition in the class. Judging of the class will begin once the entry gate is closed at which time no animals will be allowed to enter. Progeny of fresh does will NOT be allowed in the ring.

SPECIAL NEEDS OF AN EXHIBITOR Exhibitors with special needs are required to indicate what special needs they have on the entry form and check in at the office upon arrival at the show.

EXHIBITOR NUMBERS Each entry will be assigned a number. Exhibitors will receive cards which correspond with the numbers; these cards must be worn by the exhibitor in the show ring when goats are being judged.

FITTING Fitting will be left to the discretion of the exhibitor. Artificial coloring that enhances the goat’s natural color is acceptable. All fitting and trimming must be done in the designated area. No fitting or trimming will be permitted in the arena area. Tack will not be allowed in showing area or staging area.

Any participant, member, agent or those directly connected to the participant, agent or member, shall be solely responsible for any loss, damage (including consequential), or injury to livestock, personal property, the facility, other participants, volunteers, vendors, or casual bystanders, arising in connection with activities, not sanctioned by ABGA or deemed negligent by a reasonable person. THE HEATING OF AEROSOL CANS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED DISQUALIFICATIONS Any goat found not to be in accordance with ABGA Rules and Regulations will be disqualified. Any goat showing any pronounced defect or abnormality will be barred from the show. Any evidence of a cosmetic surgical alteration of an exhibited goat will be a disqualification. Any altering of pigmentation is prohibited. If an exhibitor’s goat is found to have altered pigmentation, the goat will be disqualified from the show and the exhibitor will be subject to terms of ABGA Rules and Regulations. Artificial coloring that alters the natural color of a goat will be a disqualification. By 24 months of age, does must have kidded or show evidence of visible udder formation consistent with late-term pregnancy. Illegible tattoos or tattoos inconsistent with registration papers will result in disqualification. A microchip inconsistent with registration papers will result in disqualification. Any goat testing positive for any performance enhancing drug and/ or chemical, their substitutes or derivatives will be disqualified.

Should any goat that has been awarded a prize be disqualified before its class has been dismissed from the show ring, the lower placing goats shall move up to fill the vacancy. Should any goat be disqualified after the class has been dismissed from the show ring, the lower placing goats will not move into any higher position.

GOAT HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

A Medication Report and a paper copy of the current, valid health certificate must accompany show paperwork submitted to the Show office to be eligible to compete at the ABGA and/or JABGA National Show. Goats must be accompanied by a current health certificate to enter the state of Nebraska. The health certificate is to be issued by your veterinarian within the past 30 days and must state the goats are for show purposes. All goats are expected to be healthy, free of disease and in show condition.

All goats in the barn must comply with Federal and State Scrapie and the state of Nebraska animal health requirements. ABGA assumes no duty or responsibility nor shall it otherwise be liable to any exhibitor for any of the following: (i) the prevention of disease; (ii) the protection of goats from disease or exposure to disease; (iii) the enforcement of animal health laws or regulations; or (iv) notifications or warnings about disease or other animal health related concerns. In this regard, ABGA shall not be liable for any damages, injuries or losses arising from, connected with or related to disease or the exposure of goats thereto. This includes, but is not limited to, actual and consequential damages.

VETERINARY SERVICES

ABGA will provide contact information to exhibitors during check-in of a local veterinarian that can assist exhibitors with goat health issues. The contact information of the veterinarian will also be posted in the show office area.

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DNA TESTING / URINE, ULTRASOUND, BLOOD, OR HAIR TESTING, VET INSPECTION The ABGA reserves the right to perform one or any combination of a random DNA, urine, blood, and or hair laboratory test, and or an ultrasound scan of any goat entered for competition, at ABGA’s discretion. The ABGA reserves the right to test any or all champions at their discretion. The conclusions based upon the analysis of any of these tests by the veterinarian in charge shall be final, conclusive, and without recourse against ABGA, any officer, director, volunteer or employee there of or any veterinarian appointed by the ABGA. The exhibitor waives any right of action which he might have for action taken under this rule and releases ABGA and the veterinarian from any claims or demands whatsoever in connection with the inspection or testing of any such goat or any ruling or action taken due to the conclusion of the veterinarian. All testing required by the ABGA will be performed at a laboratory selected by ABGA, excluding ultrasound which may be performed on location, will be paid for by ABGA and will be completed within 60 days after the show. If a goat tests positive for a performance enhancing substance at the national show the exhibitor will be subject to disciplinary actions as described in the ABGA Rules and Regulations. The exhibitor agrees to submit any goat entered by him/her to inspection by any veterinarian appointed by the Board of Directors and agrees to have such goat submitted to such tests as may be requested.

SHOW SUPERINTENDENTS National Show regulations and show rules will be adhered to and enforced by ABGA National Show Superintendents.

APPROPRIATE EXHIBITOR DRESS It is suggested that exhibitors dress in a professional manner as our National Show will be broadcast across several formats.

UNAUTHORIZED GOATS Goats for which the owner has not paid an entry fee will not be allowed on the grounds, except for those goats that are nursing (Examples: the dam of a 60-day-old entry or the 40-day-old offspring of a two-year- old entry). All goats on the grounds must meet Nebraska State health requirements.

PETS Pets (dogs, in particular) are strictly prohibited from being on the grounds.

PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES The official show photographer, hired by ABGA for the National Show, will be provided exclusive rights to photograph show ring events and backdrop pictures, with exceptions approved by the National Show Committee Chairman, ABGA President or ABGA CEO. The exclusive rights for show ring pictures do not prevent show participants, spectators and parents from taking pictures for personal use only. Pictures taken of show ring events and backdrop pictures may not be offered for sale by any source other than the official show photographer.

EXHIBITOR PARKING The Nebraska State Fairgrounds at Fonner Park will provide trailer parking which is at the risk of the exhibitor. Exhibitors may only park in designated areas reserved for the ABGA Nationals. Vehicles and trailers improperly parked will be fined and towed at the exhibitor’s expense.

PENS AND SHAVINGS Pen Size 6x6. Pens will be pre-assigned before the show. Pens for entries received at check-in are subject to availability.

Pens will be assigned based on 1.5 goats per pen based on the number goats pre-entered by the exhibitor. Allowances are made for a tack area and multiple bucks over one year of age providing space is available. Members can divide the pens with a divider. If several exhibitors want to pen together, they must note this on their entry form. A goat pen can be used as a tack pen or display. Shavings will be available for a fee at the Fairgrounds office.

END CAPS End Cap Size: 12 X 6. Except for sales of semen or goats owned by the exhibitor advertising on the End Cap, or the exhibitor whose goats are penned in the pens, NO VENDOR OR INDIVIDUAL SALES WILL BE ALLOWED from the Display / Tack Pens or End Cap Areas. Exhibitor’s Display must stay within the defined area for end caps or tack pen.

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EXHIBITOR DISPLAYS Exhibitors may have a sign over their exhibit advertising their own herd. Show Superintendents can remove exhibitors’ signs at their discretion. Exhibitor’s Display must stay within the defined area for end caps or tack pen.

UNRULY GOATS The exhibitor will be liable for damage to fences, other goats or injury to people. In addition to penning, unruly bucks may be required to be restrained or removed from the show if deemed necessary by the show management. If any goat is a threat to the public or is unruly, precautions must be taken. Exhibitors are responsible for the actions of their goats.

PARTICIPANT CONDUCT If any participant, in any way, whether in person or by agent or employee, interferes with the judges, show officials or staff during their adjudication or shows any disrespect to them or the show, ABGA may demand a proper apology from the exhibitor, may exclude the exhibitor and goat in question from competition, bar exhibitor from the grounds, and may also withhold prizes that may have been awarded. The Executive Committee may apply other penalties and sanctions from time to time as deemed appropriate.

JUDGES’ DECISION The decision of the judges shall be final in all cases except where fraud or misrepresentation on the part of an exhibitor is proven. Any such claim of an exhibitor’s fraud or misrepresentation must be timely submitted as an official protest.

INTERPRETATION AND VIOLATION OF RULES DURING THE SHOW The American Boer Goat Association (ABGA) Executive Committee has final and absolute right to interpret these rules and to arbitrarily settle and determine all matters, questions and differences in regard thereto or occurring during, or incident to, the ABGA National Show or JABGA National Show. The ABGA further reserves to its Executive Committee the right to amend or add to these rules as its judgment may determine. Any exhibitor, custom fitter, agent or spectator who violates any of the rules will forfeit all privileges and be subject to such penalty as the Executive Committee may order. The Executive Committee may apply other penalties and sanctions from time to time as deemed appropriate.

OFFICIAL PROTESTS Official protests for exhibitor’s fraud or misrepresentation shall be submitted to the Show Chair in writing and be accompanied by $300.00 fee. The ABGA Executive Committee reserves the right to refund the $300.00 fee. Only members in good standing with ABGA can file a protest. Any such protest must plainly state the fraud or misrepresentation of the exhibitor. Any protest filed more than 24 hours after the alleged incident shall not be considered. Protests shall be referred to the Executive Committee which shall have full and final authority to determine the matter and from whose decision there is no appeal. The Executive Committee will determine the method in which the protest is reviewed. Judging procedures shall not be interrupted for protest investigation.

NO LIABILITY ABGA or JABGA SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS, INJURY OR DAMAGE IN CONNECTION WITH, ARISING OUT OF OR INCIDENTAL TO THE ABGA NATIONAL SHOW or JABGA NATIONAL SHOW. RELEASE OF LIABILITY PARTICIPANT EXPRESSLY WAIVES ALL RIGHTS TO CLAIM AGAINST ABGA BY REASON OF, AND RELEASES ABGA FROM ANY LIABILITY WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO, ANY INJURY TO PERSON OR DAMAGE TO OR LOSS OF PROPERTY (INCLUDING CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES) RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER (EXPRESSLY INCLUDING ABGA’S NEGLIGENCE).

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INDEMNIFICATION PARTICIPANT AGREES TO HOLD HARMLESS AND UNCONDITIONALLY INDEMNIFY ABGA AGAINST AND FOR ALL CLAIMS, LIABILITIES, LOSSES, COSTS, EXPENSES, AND DAMAGES (ACTUAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE) WHICH ABGA MAY AT ANY TIME SUFFER OR SUSTAIN OR BECOME LIABLE FOR BY REASON OF ANY ACCIDENTS, DAMAGES, INJURIES OR LOSSES EITHER TO PERSONS, PROPERTY OR BOTH, OF PARTICIPANT, OF ANY OTHER PARTICIPANT, OF ANY OTHER PARTIES, PROPERTY OF ABGA, OR PROPERTY OF THE NEBRASKA STATE FAIRGROUNDS, IN ANY MATTER ARISING FROM, CONNECTED WITH OR INCIDENT TO THE ACTIVITIES HEREUNDER, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY NEGLIGENT ACT OR OMISSION OF ABGA, IT’S OFFICERS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES OR VOLUNTEERS. [THE TERM “ABGA” MEANS AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION, JUNIOR AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, AGENTS, EMPLOYEES, RING STEWARDS, AND VOLUNTEERS.] AWARDS FOR JUNIOR SHOW CLASSES Class winners will receive a buckle in both the JABGA and Bred & Owned JABGA shows. Rosettes will be awarded to the first through tenth place goats in all JABGA classes and first through fifth on bred and owned JABGA classes. Junior, Yearling, and Senior Division Grand Champions and Reserve Grand Champions receive a banner in the JABGA and Bred & Owned JABGA shows. A cash prize, banner and trophy will be awarded to the Overall Grand Champion ($240) and Overall Reserve Grand Champion ($180) goats in the JABGA and Bred & Owned JABGA show.

JABGA PREMIUMS Premiums in the individual JABGA and (JABGA Bred and Owned classes excluding payments for 6th- 8th) will be paid based on the following Schedule: # in class 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 1–2 12 3–4 15 12 5–8 18 15 12 9 – 12 21 18 15 12 13 – 16 24 21 18 15 17 – 20 27 24 21 18 15 21 – 24 30 27 25 21 18 15 25 + 33 30 27 25 21 18 15 12 *Per IRS Regulations, a cash prize may be subject to an IRS Form 1099 and will be held for proper documentation as required.

PREMIER SIRE AWARD The Premier Sire Award will be given to the sire that has accumulated the most class points (10-point system) earned by three or more exhibited offspring during the 2020 National. If there are 10 or more goats in the class, the first-place goat will receive 10 points, second place 9 points, etc., through tenth. If there are less than 10 goats, the first-place goat will receive points equal to the number in the class. Class totals will be determined from the total number of goats entered in a class from the official class sheets. The Premier Sire Award will be presented to the current owner of record according to ABGA.

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PREMIER EXHIBITOR AWARD The Premier Exhibitor Award will be given to the Premier Percentage Exhibitor and the Premier Fullblood Exhibitor determined by the 10-point system. The exhibitor must be an active member of ABGA and be listed as the current owner on the ABGA registration certificate and in ABGA records. Each exhibitor must enter a minimum of three goats in the respective herd books. If there are 10 or more goats in the class, the first-place goat will receive 10 points, second place 9 points, etc., through tenth. If there are less than 10 goats, the first-place goat will receive points equal to the number in the class. Class totals will be determined from the total number of goats entered in a class from the official class sheets.

Goats owned in partnership will accrue points for that partnership towards the Premier Percentage Exhibitor or Premier Full Blood Exhibitor Award. In the event of a tie, the exhibitor winning the most first place awards will receive the award.

If the tie still exists, then the one with the most second place awards will win. If necessary, this process will continue until the tie is broken. ABGA will post accumulated points daily. It will be the responsibility of the exhibitor to review these points and report any discrepancies to the Show Chair.

Champion points Premier Exhibitor Award will be determined as follows: Placing Grand Champion Junior Percentage Reserve Champion Junior Percentage Grand Champion Yearling Percentage Reserve Champion Yearling Percentage Grand Champion Senior Percentage Reserve Champion Senior Percentage National Grand Champion Percentage National Reserve Champion Percentage Grand Champion Junior Fullblood Reserve Champion Junior Fullblood Grand Champion Yearling Fullblood Reserve Champion Yearling Fullblood Grand Champion Senior Fullblood Reserve Champion Senior Fullblood National Grand Champion Fullblood National Reserve Champion Fullblood

Points 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts 10 pts 5 pts

THE DONALD BIRD PREMIER BREEDER The point system for the Premier Exhibitor will be used giving the same points to the breeder. THIS AWARD IS FOR FULLBLOOD BOER GOATS ONLY. NEBRASKA STATE FAIRGROUNDS AT FONNER PARK REGULATIONS Exhibitors are responsible for knowing the regulations of the Nebraska State Fairgrounds. Regulations will be enforced

by ABGA Show Chair and/or Nebraska State Fairgrounds at Fonner Park officials. Any charges or material cost incurred by ABGA due to an exhibitor violation or ignorance of these regulations will be paid by the exhibitor.

The facility is a non-smoking, no alcohol venue, and cooking is not allowed inside the facility.

NEBRASKA STATE VETERINARY OFFICE The Nebraska State USDA Office contact number is (402) 471-2351. The website is: www.nda.nebraska.gov/regulations/animal/tilac.html#7. Each exhibitor’s veterinarian is required to call the Nebraska State USDA Office to obtain animal health requirements. Exhibitors failing to meet Nebraska animal health requirements are subject to fines and removal from the Nebraska State Fairgrounds at Fonner Park.

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2020 JABGA NATIONAL SHOW COMPETITION RULES In addition to the following rules, all ABGA and JABGA Sanctioned show rules will apply.

ENTRY FEES / LATE ENTRIES

The entry fee for goats is $30 per head for the JABGA breeding show, $20 per head for the Bred & Owned show, $40 for the Market show and $40 per head for the Commercial Doe show in the JABGA National Show. All entry fee(s) for goats received after 5:00 PM CST on May 8, 2020 are subject to a late fee. Mail courier and other delays are not considered in determining entry fees: the receipt date will determine if a late entry fee is required. There will be an additional $20 per animal late fee charged for each class entry received between May 9th, 2020 and May 15th, 2020. Any late entries received from May 15, 2020 and May 22, 2020 there will be an additional $40 per animal late fee. ABGA and JABGA Sanctioned show rules will be followed for JABGA National show.

EXHIBITOR POINTS FOR CONTESTS At the JABGA National Show, overall competition will be determined by highest points earned in 4 of the 6 following events: Public Speaking, Goat Judging, Sales talk, JABGA Sanctioned goat show, Skillathon and Showmanship.

At the JABGA National Show, points will be awarded to the top 15 competitors in Public Speaking, Livestock Judging, Sales Talk, Skillathon and Showmanship, with the highest score receiving 15 points and each subsequent score receiving one point less, down to one point for 15th place.

At JABGA National Show, points will be awarded for the top placing animal for each exhibitor with first place receiving 10 points and each subsequent placing receiving one less point, down to one point for 10th place.

Points will be awarded to the highest placing entry for each participant to include, JABGA Sanctioned Show, market, and commercial doe show. Maximum of 10 points will be awarded based on the highest placing of a single animal.

If a participant competes in more than one JABGA regional show, their highest 4 placings in the Public Speaking, Goat Judging, Sales talk, Goat Show, Skillathon, and Showmanship will be used to determine their total regional score that will be used for the National Competition. (one score per competition area) Each participant can earn an additional 10 bonus points by attending and participating in more than one JABGA Regional Show or participating in the National Show. Total additional bonus points are limited to 10 per participant.

To receive awards, contestants must attend the entire awards ceremony. Any unclaimed prizes will be forfeited.

Ties: in the event of ties in the overall competition, ties will be broken by comparing scores in the following events: a. 1st tie breaker Public Speaking b. 2nd tie breaker Skillathon c. 3rd tie breaker Goat Judging National Awards will be presented to the top five competitors in each age division for Public Speaking, Sales Talk, Goat Judging, Skillathon and Showmanship.

National Show Awards will be presented to cumulative high point winner for each age division and a single overall JABGA National Show Winner. Junior Division winners cannot compete for the single overall JABGA National Show winner.

ABGA COMMERCIAL DOE SHOW Participants must show their own commercial doe unless there are two or more commercial does entered by the same participant in the class. This includes the champion drive.

Commercial doe must have ownership declared at entry and may not be entered or shown in another youth’s name after entry.

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Commercial Does may be exhibited with hair.

Does exhibited in the commercial doe show are not permitted to be exhibited in the ABGA or JABGA sanctioned show.

Participation at the National Show is limited to JABGA members.

All fitting techniques must be within the accepted practices of the ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules.

The commercial does will be shown in Divisions by age. Class breaks within the divisions will be calculated by weight. Show management reserves the right to adjust the class numbers and breaks as needed.

Classes will be divided into three divisions: Class 1 will be for does that have all milk teeth in place Class 2 will be for does with 2 adult teeth in place Class 3 will be for does with 4 teeth and older Grand and Reserve in each Division will compete for Grand and Reserve Champion commercial doe.

All Commercial does must have scrapie tag in place and match the health certificate.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion animals at the National Show will be drug tested. Random animals may also be selected for drug testing. A Medication Report and a paper copy of the current, valid health certificate must accompany show paperwork submitted to the Show office to be eligible to compete at the National Show.

JABGA MARKET SHOW Wethers and does can be exhibited. Does exhibited in the market show are not permitted to be exhibited in the ABGA or JABGA sanctioned show.

Participants must show their own market goat unless there are two or more entries entered by the same participant in the class. This includes the champion drive.

Market goats must have ownership and identification must be declared at entry and may not be entered or shown in another youth’s name.

Market goats must be slick shorn to an even length above the hock but excluding the head and tail switch.

Wethers may not have testicular tissue or exhibit behavioral signs of still being intact male.

Participation at the National Show is limited to JABGA members.

All fitting techniques must be within the accepted practices of the ABGA Sanctioned Show Rules.

Market goats will be shown in classes by weight. Show Management reserves the right to adjust the class numbers and breaks as needed.

Classes will be divided evenly into three divisions - a. Light b. Medium c. Heavy Grand & Reserve in each Division will compete for Grand & Reserve Champion Market Goat.

All market goats must have a scrapie tag in place and match the health certificate.

Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion animals at the National Show will be drug tested. Random animals may also be selected for drug testing. A Medication Report and a paper copy of the current, valid health certificate must accompany show paperwork submitted to the Show office to be eligible to compete at the National Show.

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2020 ABGA and JABGA National Show Entry Form Owner Name

Member # (Junior?)

□ □

YES • Complete Form in its Entirety NO • All Junior Members MUST Provide their Social Security

Number before entry form will be processed.

• Entry Forms rec’d by ABGA via mail, fax, or email must Include payment (Check, Money Order, or Credit Card) • Note Animal Health Requirements • B&O = Bred & Owned (Current JABGA Members Only) (Based on 1.5 head/pen)_____________ (Older bucks, does w/ kids @ their side, etc.____________ • Early Entry Deadline is May 8, 2020 (5:00 pm CST) Please Pen Near: ___________________________________________________ Member # _____________ • Substitution Fee is $40.00 by June 1st • See 2020 ABGA National Show Rules for complete Please Pen details.

Near: ___________________________________________________ Member # _____________ SSN – Juniors Only

Contact Telephone

Handicapped: □ YES □ NO Penning Requests (Based on Superintendent Review) # of Pen Requests: Penning Exceptions:

Registration # / Scrapie Tag

# 1

NATIONAL SHOW ENTRIES (Circle fee amount(s) pertaining to line number) Tattoos National Show Fees JABGA Regional Fee Right Left ABGA JABGA B&O Comm Doe Market $40.00 $30.00 $20.00 $40.00 $40.00

Totals $

2

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

3

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

4

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

5

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

6

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

7

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

8

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

9

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

10

$40.00

$30.00

$20.00

$40.00

$40.00

$

Pairs/Group Class Entry

Enter TOTAL # for Pairs and Groups Classes in corresponding QTY field to the right.

Pairs/Group Class Entry ABGA JABGA B&O Pairs

EXTRAS

QTY

Fees

Total Pairs Classes*

x $10.00

$

N/A

Total Group Classes*

x $10.00

$

• Additional Fee per animal for each class entry received May 9, 2020 through May 15,

Shavings

x $8.00

$

Membership Dinner

x $15.00

$

Group

2020 (5:00pm CST) JABGA - $20.00/ ABGA -$40.00 EXCEPTION: ALL PAIRS AND GROUP CLASSES. • $5.00 Additional Fee for each pair and group entry received May 9, 2020 through May 15, 2020 (5:00pm CST).

• Additional Fees TRIPLED if received May 16, 2020 and after.

• NO ENTRIES RECEIVED AFTER MAY 22, 2020

TOTAL $

Payment: _____Visa _____MC _____AmEx _____Disc 3 Digit Code(____) _____Check (#_____) _____MO _____Cash _________________________________ ________ _____________________________ _____________________________ Card Number

Exp.Date

Cardholder’s Signature

__________________________________________________________________________

Print Name on Card

Cardholder Address and Zip Code if different from above

Applicant hereby acknowledges and agrees that the American Boer Goat Association, its officers, directors, agents, employees and volunteers (hereafter collectively “ABGA”) shall not be responsible for any loss, injury or damage in connection with, arising out of, or incident to the National Show. Applicant further and hereby expressly waives all rights to claim against ABGA by reason of, and releases ABGA from any liability whatsoever with respect to any injury to person or damage to or loss of property (including consequential damages) resulting from any cause whatsoever (expressly including ABGA’s negligence). Applicant hereby agrees to hold harmless and unconditionally indemnify ABGA against and for all claims, liabilities, losses, costs, expenses, and damages (actual, consequential or punitive) which ABGA may at any time suffer or sustain or become liable for by reason of any accidents, damages, injuries or losses either to persons, property or both, of participant, of any other participant, of any other parties, or to the property of ABGA, in any matter arising from, connected with or incident to the activities hereunder, including but not limited to any negligent act or omission of ABGA, its officers, agents, employees, or volunteers.

The undersigned applicant further acknowledges the receipt of a copy of the National Show Rules and certifies that he/she has read and understands them. Applicant further agrees to abide by all of the Show Rules and acknowledges that the Executive Committee of ABGA reserves the final and absolute right (a) to interpret the Show Rules; and (b) to determine all matters, questions and differences in regard thereto and from which determination no appeal or cause of action shall be available.

X______________________________ _______ ________ X_______________________________ ________ ________ Signature

Date

ABGA #

Signature (if owner is under 18 years of age)

RETURN ENTRY FORM TO: American Boer Goat Association

Date

4258 S Jackson St, San Angelo, TX 76903 Phone 325-486-2242•Fax 325-486-2637

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TM

Relationship

American Boer Goat Association

TM

4258 S Jackson St • San Angelo, Texas 76903 Tel: 325-486-ABGA (2242) • Fax: 325-486-BOER (2637)

Name of Company

2020 ABGA AND JABGA NATIONAL SHOW Please complete the following Vendor/Advertising Application Product/Service

Address City, State, Zip Contact Telephone

Alternate Telephone

Fax

Contact Person

Email

Please mark one

VENDOR SPACE

***Your name will be listed in the official show program and in the vendor list on the ABGA website through December 2020.

Additional advertising options are not included but may be selected for additional fees***

• 30’X10’ booth exhibition spaces

$750__________

• 20’X10’ booth exhibition spaces

$500__________

• 10’X10’ booth exhibition space

$300__________

Vendor setup is Saturday, June 6, 2020, 12(noon) CST – 8:00pm CST and Sunday, June 7, 2020, 8:00am CST – 12(noon) CST. Animal arrival will begin at 3:00pm CST on Saturday, so access to inside of the barns will be limited. All vendors must vacate by 12(noon) CST Saturday, June 13, 2020.

ABGA Website Advertising /National Show Page

National Show Program AD • Business Card Ad $25__________ • ¼ page 5.5 x 4.25 $75__________ • ½ page 8.5 x 11 $150_________ • Full page 8.5 x 11 $200_________ • Cover Ad (if avail) ➢ Inside Front Cover

$250_________

➢

Inside Back Cover

$250_________

➢

Back Cover

$300_________

• Link on ABGA page to your website $100_________ • Sidebar advertisement on National Show page $200_________

Design assistance is available for an additional cost. All ads should be submitted directly to editor@abga.org. All ads must be submitted and paid by May 1, 2020.

PAYMENT INFORMATION PAYMENT: ____Visa

____MC

____Am Ex

____Disc 3 digit code (_________)

_____________________________________________ Card Number

______________ Expiration Date

____Check (#__________)

____MO

____Cash

_____________________________________________________________ Cardholder’s Signature Print Name on Card

_______________________________________________________________________________ Cardholder Address and Zip Code if different from above

Applicant hereby acknowledges and agrees that the American Boer Goat Association, its officers, directors, agents, employees, and volunteers (hereafter collectively “ABGA”) shall not be responsible for any loss, injury, or damage in connection with, arising out of, or incident to the ABGA National Show. Applicant further and hereby expressly waives all rights to claims against the ABGA by reason of, and releases ABGA from any liability whatsoever with respect to, any injury to person or damage to or loss of property (including consequential damages) resulting from any cause whatsoever (expressly including ABGA’s negligence). Applicant hereby agrees to hold harmless and unconditionally indemnify ABGA against and for all claims, liabilities, losses, costs, expenses, and damages (actual or consequential, or punitive) which ABGA may at any time suffer or sustain or become liable for by reason of any accidents, damages, injuries or losses either to persons, property, or both, of participant, of any other participant, of any other parties, or to the property of ABGA, in any matter arising from, connected with or incident to the activities hereunder, including but not limited to any negligent act or omission of ABGA, it’s officers, agents, employees, or volunteers.

RETURN COMPLETED FORM TO: American Boer Goat AssociationTM 4258 S Jackson St., San Angelo, TX 76903 Phone 325-486-2242•Fax 325-486-2637

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2020 AMERICAN BOER GOAT ASSOCIATION Medication Report Member # __________________________________

Date _______________

Owner Name _______________________________

Phone Number (

) _____________

Animal Name________________________________________________________________________________ Animal Registration_________________

Animal DOB _____________

Animal Tattoos ______________

CHECK ONE OF THE TWO CHOICES BELOW: ______ I CERTIFY THE ABOVE ANIMAL TO BE FREE OF MEDICATION, WHICH MEANS: I have not administered to and have no knowledge that this entry has received any substance not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and/or the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for food animals. IF YOU CHECKED THIS BOX, SIGN BELOW AND DO NOT COMPLETE THE TREATMENT CHART. ***PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT HEALTH PAPERS MUST BE PRESENTED IN PAPER FORM AT CHECK IN FOR THE 2020 ABGA NATIONAL SHOW.***

______ THE ABOVE ANIMAL HAS BEEN MEDICATED. COMPLETE THE TREATMENT RECORD LISTING DRUGS FOR WHICH THE WITHDRAWAL PERIOD HAS NOT ELAPSED. PROVIDE COPY OF SCRIPT OR TREATMENT PLAN. (Additional treatments listed on the reverse side)

***PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT HEALTH PAPERS MUST BE PRESENTED IN PAPER FORM AT CHECK IN FOR THE 2020 ABGA NATIONAL SHOW.***

Treatment Date

Condition Being Treated

*TREATMENT GIVEN*

Medication Given (Name)

Amount (Dose)

Route

Instructed Withdrawal Milk/Meat

Date Withdrawal Complete

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________

*IF THIS IS AN EXTRA LABEL OR l DRUG, LIST THE LICENSED VETERINATIAN’S NAME AND ADDRESS WHO PRESCRIBED OR DIRECTED THE TREATMENT:

__________________________________________________________________________________________________ VETERINARIAN NAME

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__________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Excerpt from Rule 1400, L L. Acceptable Practices and Substances No person shall conspire with another person or persons to intentionally violate, or knowingly contribute or cooperate with another person or persons either by affirmative action or inaction to violate any part of these Rules & Regulations. i. Permitted Practices and Substances a. Drenches as needed, and as directed on the label, for animal health and well-being. b. Drugs and other substances labeled for use in goats to treat health issues in an exhibited goat. Any extra-label usage requires a prescription, or statement for use from the attending veterinarian. c.

Grooming products that are not restricted from use in meat producing animals, including: brushes, combs, clippers, hoof trimmers, shampoos, conditioners, oils, mousse, alcohol/liniment, sprays, powder, and artificial coloring that enhances the goat’s natural color. ii. Conditionally Permitted Practices and Substances a. Therapeutic medications given for the legitimate treatment of illness or injury are permitted if ALL of the following conditions are met: i.

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Removal of horns; and/or ii. Removal in testicles in the case of wethers. g. Using any inhumane or unethical treatments, including striking animals, using electrical contrivance, or other similar methods. h. Artificial coloring that alters the natural color of a goat. i.

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2020 ABGA and JABGA National Show Classes Class Date Range Start Date Ending Date 12/2/19 6/1/20 6/2/19 12/1/19 2/2/19 10/2/18 6/2/18

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Class Class Name # 1 Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 0 to under 6 months 2 Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 6 to under 12 months 3 GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR PERCENTAGE DOE 4 RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR PERCENTAGE DOE 5 Percentage Yearling Does, 12 to under 16 months 6 Percentage Yearling Does, 16 to under 20 months 7 Percentage Yearling Does, 20 to under 24 months 8 GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING PERCENTAGE DOE 9 RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING PERCENTAGE DOE 10 Percentage Two Year Old Does, 24 to under 36 months 11 Percentage Aged Does, 36 plus months 12 GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR PERCENTAGE DOE 13 RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR PERCENTAGE DOE 14 NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION PERCENTAGE DOE 15 NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION PERCENTAGE DOE 16 The Coni Ros Memorial Aged Percentage Doe Class – 5 yrs & Older 17 Best Pair of Percentage Doe Kids – from class 1 and 2 18 Best Pair of Percentage Does one year or older – from classes 5, 6, 7, 10, or 11 19 Produce of Percentage Dam – See Group Classes rules 20 Percentage Get A Sire – See Group Classes rules 21 Breeders Percentage Doe Herd – See Group Classes rules 22 Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 0 to under 6 months 23 Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 6 to under 12 months 24 GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD DOE 25 RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD DOE 26 Fullblood Yearling Does, 12 to under 16 months 27 Fullblood Yearling Does, 16 to under 20 months 28 Fullblood Yearling Does, 20 to under 24 months 29 GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD DOE 30 RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD DOE 31 Fullblood Two Year Old Does, 24 to under 36 months 32 Fullblood Aged Does, 36 plus months 33 GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD DOE 34 RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD DOE 35 NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION FULLBLOOD DOE 36 NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION FULLBLOOD DOE 37 The Coni Ross Memorial Aged Fullblood Doe Class – 5 yrs & Older 38 Best pair of Doe Kids – from class 22 and 23 39 Best pair of Senior Does one year or older from class 26, 27, 28, 31, or 32 40 Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 0 to under 6 months 41 Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 6 to under 12 months 42 GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK 43 RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK 44 Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 12 to under 16 months 45 Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 16 to under 20 months 46 Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 20 to under 24 months 47 GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD BUCK 48 RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD BUCK 49 Fullblood Two Year Old Bucks, 24 to under 36 months 50 Fullblood Aged Bucks, 36 plus months 51 GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK 52 RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK 53 NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION FULLBLOOD BUCK 54 NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION FULLBLOOD BUCK 55 Best Pair of Buck Kids – from class 40 and 41 56 Best Pair of Senior Bucks one year or older from classes 44, 45, 46, 49, or 50 57 Best pair of Kids, both sexes represented – See New Pair Classes rules 58 Produce of Dam –See Group Classes rules 59 Get of Sire – See Group Classes rules 42Breeders - The Boer Goat Herd – See Group Classes rules 60 Fullblood

2020 JABGA Bred & Owned National Show Classes

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Class Name Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 0 to under 3 months Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 3 to under 6 months Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 6 to under 9 months Percentage Junior Doe Kids, 9 to under 12 months GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR PERCENTAGE DOE RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR PERCENTAGE DOE Percentage Yearling Does, 12 to under 16 months Percentage Yearling Does, 16 to under 20 months Percentage Yearling Does, 20 to under 24 months GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING PERCENTAGE DOE RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING PERCENTAGE DOE Percentage Two Year Old Does, 24 to under 36 months Percentage Aged Does, 36 plus months GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR PERCENTAGE DOE RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR PERCENTAGE DOE NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION PERCENTAGE DOE NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION PERCENTAGE DOE Best Pair of Percentage Doe Kids – from class 1, 2, 3, and 4 Best Pair of Percentage Does one year or older – from classes 7, 8, 9, 12, or 13 Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 0 to under 3 months Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 3 to under 6 months Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 6 to under 9 months Fullblood Junior Doe Kids, 9 to under 12 months GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD DOE RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD DOE Fullblood Yearling Does, 12 to under 16 months Fullblood Yearling Does, 16 to under 20 months Fullblood Yearling Does, 20 to under 24 months GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD DOE RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD DOE Fullblood Two Year Old Does, 24 to under 36 months Fullblood Aged Does, 36 plus months GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD DOE RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD DOE NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION FULLBLOOD DOE NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION FULLBLOOD DOE Best pair of Doe Kids – from class 20, 21, 22, and 23 Best pair of Senior Does one year or older from class 26, 27, 28, 31, or 32 Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 0 to under 3 months Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 3 to under 6 months Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 6 to under 9 months Fullblood Junior Buck Kids, 9 to under 12 months GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 12 to under 16 months Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 16 to under 20 months Fullblood Yearling Bucks, 20 to under 24 months GRAND CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD BUCK RESERVE CHAMPION YEARLING FULLBLOOD BUCK Fullblood Two Year Old Bucks, 24 to under 36 months Fullblood Aged Bucks, 36 plus months GRAND CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR FULLBLOOD BUCK NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPION FULLBLOOD BUCK NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION FULLBLOOD BUCK Best Pair of Buck Kids – from class 39, 40, 41, and 42 Best Pair of Senior Bucks one year or older from classes 45, 46, 47, 50, or 51 Best pair of Kids, both sexes represented – See New Pair Classes rules

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Class Date Range Start Date Ending Date 3/2/20 6/1/20 12/2/19 3/1/20 9/2/19 12/1/19 6/2/19 9/1/19 2/2/19 10/2/18 6/2/18

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3/2/20 12/2/19 9/2/19 6/2/19

6/1/20 3/1/20 12/1/19 9/1/19

2/2/19 10/2/18 6/2/18

6/1/19 2/1/19 10/1/18

6/2/17 6/1/17

6/1/18 N/A

3/2/20 12/2/19 9/2/19 6/2/19

6/1/20 3/1/20 12/1/19 9/1/19

2/2/19 10/2/18 6/2/18

6/1/19 2/1/19 10/1/18

6/2/17 6/1/17

6/1/18 N/A

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The Cattle and Sheep Barns are on each side of 5 Points Arena where the Show Ring is located. They are both connected to the arena.

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Can your smart phone project market prices?

The Lamb and Goat Market Forecast app for iPhone helps producers pick the best time to sell by projecting marginal revenue per head.

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the San Angelo State University information technology department developed the predictive program, and it’s available for free at https://apps.apple.com/app/id1467220182.

“This app addresses the basic question producers face: ‘Should I sell them now, or do I retain ownership and sell them a little bit later down the road? And if I do wait, what would be my reasonable expectations for change in value?’” said Bill Thompson, AgriLife Extension economist, San Angelo.

Using eight years of statistical data, the app helps optimize gross revenue per head based on the time of year, animal weight and cost of gain. It also provides current market values. Although there are many apps for cattle producers, this app is the first of its kind for lamb and goat producers, said Thompson.

AgriLife Extension’s Thompson; Dr. Reid Redden, sheep and goat specialist; Dr. Dan Waldron, retired, animal breeding and genetic specialist; San Angelo, and Dr. Robert Hogan, economist, Uvalde, fostered the idea for an app to put research data in the hands of ranchers.

The Lamb and Goat Market Forecast app started as an interactive excel spreadsheet that Thompson and Redden developed as an online tool for people to determine the ideal market weight. That idea inspired Waldron who suggested if an assumption could be made about the amount of weight an animal would gain, then a statistical matrix could be created that would predict what the change in relative value would be from month to month – assuming an industry standard rate of gain.

The team used more than 1 million data points of market information for lightweight slaughter lambs and kid goats sold at the Producers Livestock Auction in San Angelo to create the app. The database includes over 667,000 lamb and 631,000 goat sales. ASU students, led by ASU IT applications support specialist Jason Watson, incorporated the prediction matrix into an app.

The app allows you to predict the change in value of an animal as it gains weight, and it allows ranchers to input their own cost of gain, as this is highly variable given feed resources available, said Redden.

“Livestock producers commonly brag about what they got per pound when they sold an animal, but the real take home is how much per animal did you get,” Redden said. “For example, many people think the best time to sell lambs is at 55 pounds, but the app shows you in one example that if you waited a month and went up to 70 pounds it could have added an extra $30 of revenue per animal.”

Given the seasonal and other fluctuations of the lamb and goat market, having over a million data points that cover market sales since 2010 is enormously beneficial to area producers, explained Thompson.

“We realized after talking with IT that we could simplify the output of the app by incorporating a slider bar for the estimated cost per pound of gain, ” said Redden. “People talk about wanting to get the most per pound out of their animals and this allows them to see what going up in weight will net them as well as how costs will affect the returns on the heavier animals.”

The app allows users to select if they want information on sheep or goats, then a series of easy prompts guides users through the process. The cost of gain slider bar allows users to see the effect of costs on the marginal revenue bar graphs.

For more information on the app’s features and how to best utilize it, visit https://sanangelo.tamu.edu/extension/west-central-agricultural-economics/lg-market-app/.

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