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.

This code of ethics applies to the relationship between Show Committee members and Exhibitors to the Show Judge prior to the show.

The dairy goat’s popularity continues to increase rapidly as more people discover the dairy goat’s appeal, utility and productiveness. The female dairy goat is a doe; the male, a buck; the young, kids; and a castrated male, a wether. Their life span is eight to twelve years. Some of the basics to know about the […]

An Historic Herd Name is bestowed upon those outstanding herds that have not simply “made a name” for themselves and bred some top-quality animals, but have contributed significantly in a number of specifically defined areas to a breed or breeds of dairy goats. How to nominate a Historic Herd Name? How to Start the Historic […]

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!

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 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 […]

At each annual meeting, a Youth program offers a range of activities for youth of all ages.  The specific programming for each year will vary. Annual Convention Youth Activities Educational programming ADGA Youth Representative Contest Skill-A-Thon Competition Quiz Bowl Team Educational Contest Youth Photo Contest Youth Essay Contest Youth and Alternate Youth Representative Each year […]

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.

This page is being updated throughout the show with Premeir Youth Exibitor results, Showmanship Award results, Judging and Management Award results and Fitting Team Contest results.

National Show results from 2017 have moved to the National Show website results >>

On June 12, 1986, the American Dairy Goat Association presented six dairy goat kids to the US Department of Agriculture. The day is recognized as the first National Dairy Goat Awareness Day and was commemorated by a gathering under a tent near the Washington Monument in Washington, DC. At the presentation, a painting of President Ronald […]

The verified election results are now in for the American Dairy Goat Association District Director Primary. Below are those who will be candidates on the ADGA General Election ballots which will be mailed the week of July 10, 2017. District I THOMAS G. COX JENNIFER MELLETT District II LYNN FLEMING ILAH D. KAROL District III DONALD […]

National Dairy Goat Awareness Week is observed from the second Saturday in June to the third Saturday. Here are some suggested activities to promote dairy goats.

The Spotlight Sale is the premium dairy goat sale event of the year, occurring in October during the American Dairy Goat Association Annual Convention. While there are spotlights at the sale, the name better describes the scrutiny by which each animal is selected. After meeting high health and ADGA breed conformity standards, the American Dairy […]

ADGA’s linear appraisal program evaluates individual type traits that affect structural and functional durability.  This allows users of the program to take full advantage of the potential for genetic improvement through selective breeding.  The program provides the framework for a uniform accurate record system that can be used in: Making farm management decisions Educational programs […]

A new discussion list has been setup at yahoogroups: ADGA Q&A This list is for discussion of issues of interest to members of the American Dairy Goat Association. It is maintained and supported by volunteers, including ADGA Directors and other ADGA members, with a goal of facilitating communication among ADGA members and to help answer […]

The ADGA website is currently undergoing maintenance and users may experience issues when logging into member services. ISSUE 1: No Database Connection. We are currently working on this issue and hope to have it resolved soon. RECOMMENDATION: Please try logging in again at a later time. ISSUE 2: Selecting Member Services option at top of […]

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