Farmers over the age of 18 who raise food production animals are being asked to respond to this nationwide survey regarding the implementation of VFD regulation.

Nomination Process and Qualifications The Board of Directors elects former ADGA Directors to the position of Director Emeritus for several reasons. One is to honor them for the long term positive contribution they have made as they served on the Board. The second is for the benefit they can give future Boards as they participate […]

The American Dairy Goat Association Art Contest was held in Atlanta, Georgia during the ADGA Annual Meeting & Convention. Thank you to all who participated in submitting entries and congratulations to the winners!

Veterinary Genetics Laboratory, (VGL), is offering goat scrapie testing for two variants that are associated with classical scrapie resistance/susceptibility.  They are offering it direct through the lab but are also providing it at a reduced price to ADGA members as part of ADGA’s contractual arrangement with VGL. Price information: New request: $25/sample ADGA Plus participant […]

The American Dairy Goat Association Goat Milk Bath & Body Care Products Competition was held in Atlanta, Georgia during the ADGA Annual Meeting & Convention. The competition was judged by Jessica Cudnik and Sandra Trice. Best in Show Creative | Best in Show Basic | Creative Bath Care Results | Basic Bath Care Results | […]

The ADGA Board of Directors recently approved a transitional policy to allow electronic ID (microchips) when the tattoo cannot be read but was applied. Here is a short guide to the new policy, including type, location and use examples.  This policy is for all ADGA programs (LA, DHIR/VT, Buck collections, Shows, etc,). The Board has […]

The American Dairy Goat Association 2017 Goat Milk Products Competition was held in Atlanta, Georgia during the ADGA Annual Meeting & Convention. The competition was judged by Gianaclis Caldwell and Tim Gaddis. New Goat Milk Products Competition Website The location of current Goat Milk Products Competitions can be found on the ADGA Annual Convention website >> 2017 Goat […]

The ADGA Breed Leader list based on 2018 lactations is here.  Congratulations to all does that made the list along with their owners & breeders and to everyone who takes the time & effort to participate in production testing! Go to current list!  TTv 65  This link will always have the most current information. Previous Years: […]

Following are the results of the District Director General Election on August 14, 2017. Congratulations District Directors and ADGA Members who participated in this process! DISTRICT I Thomas G. Cox – 87 votes Jennifer Mellett – 52 votes DISTRICT II Lynn Fleming – 135 votes Ilah D. Karol – 11 votes DISTRICT III Karen Smith […]

ADGA has a new Annual Convention website. See the ADGA Youth Photo Essay Contest on the new website: https://convention.adga.org/youth-essay-contest ESSAY TOPIC “The Magic of Mentors” WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Open to any youth who is a youth or regular member of ADGA or who is part of a family membership. Youth do not need to be in […]

ADGA has a new Annual Convention website. See the current ADGA Youth Photo Contest: https://convention.adga.org/youth-photo-contest CONTEST THEME “Goats at Play” WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Any youth who is a Youth Member, a Regular Member, part of a family or joint membership or the child of an ADGA Member may participate in this contest. You do not need […]

The Colorama Sale is held each year during the ADGA National Show. See the animals, their consignor, new owner and sale price from this year’s show held in Madison, Wisconsin. Make plans next year to choose the animal you would like to improve your herd and make a bid.

Grand Champion Name: GCH Cherry Glen Gentry Bridget Owner: Diane Kirsch and Wayne Cullen Reserve Grand Champion Name: FFA’s Roxie Owner: Zach Ducharme Junior Champion Name: Early Rise Acres Zoft Dharma Owner: Korey Statton Reserve Junior Champion Name: Deidrago BR Riff-Raff Owner: Megan J Okeson Recorded Grade Show Summary Judge: Karen Smith Consultant: Dustin Noble Junior Does: 93 […]

Grand Champion Name: SGCH Olentangy Lance Teepleite Owner: Mark V Baden Reserve Grand Champion Name: CH Tempo Aquila Sailin’ Free Owner: Louren L Acton, DVM Junior Champion Name: Olentangy Accolade Teemant Owner: Mark V Baden Reserve Junior Champion Name: Kickapoo-Valley Proud Haiku Owner: Griffin Jodlowski Udder Placing Best Udder: SGCH Olentangy Lance Teepleite Reserve Best Udder: CH […]

Grand Champion Name: GCH Moss-Ridge Jest Javin Owner: Tracey Jones Reserve Grand Champion Name: Welbian-Farms RT Timeless Owner: Justin Lesniak Junior Champion Name: Redbird Pride Tandem Owner: Kate Henkel Reserve Junior Champion Name: Cherry Glen Hot Pursuit Arlet Owner: Wayne Cullen and Diane Kirsch Toggenburg Show Summary Judge: Ed Cavanagh Consultant: Todd Biddle Junior Does: 98 Senior Does: […]

Take a look now at the outstanding dairy goats available to improve your dairy goat herd. This list will help you do your research to decide which of these fine dairy goats you will be taking home after the sale.

Grand Champion Name: SGCH Woest-Hoeve Margaret Owner: Thyssen, Sonia Reserve Grand Champion Name: SGCH J&M Hideaway Farm Patriot Owner: Noble, Madison Junior Champion Name: J&M Hideaway AB Bella Imperia Owner: Noble, Jackson Reserve Junior Champion Name: J&M Hideaway Escalante Owner: Noble, Madison Nubian Show Summary Judge: Dustin Noble Consultant: Ed Cavanagh Junior Does: 123 Senior Does: 122 Total Judged: 245 […]

Grand Champion Name: SGCH Des-Ruhigestelle Elenya Owner: Lauren L Acton DVM Reserve Grand Champion Name: GCH Des-Ruhigestelle Winwalker Owner: Lauren L Acton DVM Junior Champion Name: Cherry Glen Ivan Chyler Owner: Kirsch, Diane & Wayne Cullen Reserve Junior Champion Name: BGR Dancing In The Moonlight Owner: Tonn, Joe, Vicky, Jarrod & Alisa Saanen Show Summary Judge: Todd Biddle […]

Grand Champion Name: Klisse’s KOOH Huldah Owner: Griffen Jodlowski Reserve Grand Champion Name: Klisse’s KOOH Bravura of Hope Owner: Delaney B Schmer Junior Champion Name: Kickapoo-Valley JDC Jakiaberry Owner: Griffen Jodlowski Reserve Junior Champion Name: Flick’s-Acres Bubble Bath Owner: Justin Williams Sable Show Summary Judge: Julie Matthys Consultant: Lynn Benedict Junior Does: 45 Senior Does: 50 Total Judged: […]

Grand Champion Name: Old Mountain Farm Merriment Owner: Hilltop Farms Reserve Grand Champion Name: Cuatlil Red Barn Gwen Quinn Owner: Cassel & Family Margot Junior Champion Name: Honey Sweetie Acres Dulcinea Owner: Regina Bauscher Reserve Junior Champion Name: Fairland Farm TC Violet Voss Owner: Dawn, Greg, Gabrielle & Reagan Birr Udder Placing Best Udder: Old […]