Canada has revised its requirements for the import of sheep and goats from the United States. The changes are scheduled to go into effect February 1, 2016. Visit the American Sheep Industry Association website for more detailed information about the Changes to Canada’s Import Requirements.

In order for a Buck Collection Report to be authorized as valid for purposes of progeny registration, a DNA type must be on file for the sire(s) collected on or after JUNE 1, 2016. Upon receiving collection reports, ADGA will verify that a DNA type has been recorded for each buck listed. ADGA shall contact […]

We hope you will join us October 25-30, 2016 at the Hilton Austin Airport Hotel in Austin, TX. This page will be a work in progress and we will be adding information as it becomes available. Please check back often as we will be updating it frequently. Make plans now to visit Austin and attend the ADGA […]

Registration applications postmarked to the ADGA office on or after October 1st will be charged the standard mail-in rate. Members can register animals at ADGA.org for a discounted price, and have registered 895 animals online successfully, which is the same number completed online in the same period last year.

The American Dairy Goat Association’s judges are licensed under a rigorous program of training and certification. Here’s a breakdown of the basic program and the information needed. GUIDE TO AN ADGA JUDGE’S LICENSE There are several steps to becoming licensed to judge dairy goats at an officially sanctioned ADGA show. This involves achieving a basic […]

National Show results from 2015 have moved to the National Show website results >>

PREMIER YOUTH EXHIBITORS Senior Premier Youth Exhibitor:   A Greenwood, Fallbrook, CA Junior Premier Youth Exhibitor:   J Albrecht, Oroville CA Alpine Premier Youth Exhibitor:   R Blomquist, Calhan, CO LaMancha Premier Youth Exhibitor:   A Greenwood, Fallbrook CA Nigerian Dwarf Premier Youth Exhibitor:   J Albrecht, Oroville, CA Nubian Premier Youth Exhibitor:   T […]

Colorama Sale Alpine Jennifer Bice ~ Redwood Hill Farm Redwood Hills Zodiac Salsa AA1734319 ~ DOB: 02/25/15 Sire: +*B SG Tempo Aquila Zodiac  ~ 87 VE+ SS: +*B SG Tempo Aquila Yukon Jack ~ 91 EEE SD: SGCH Tempo Aquila Tetrazzina 4*M  94 EEEE Dam: Redwood Hills Xrated Jive DS: +*B Shining-Moon X-Rated DD: SG […]

Go here to download a suggested Judges Contract for shows.

Each year, one Youth Representative and one Alternate Youth Representative is selected to represent ADGA Youth. See “Youth Representative” under the Youth menu on the Annual Convention website for responsibilities, selection process and the application: https://convention.adga.org/youth-representatives

Youth Showmanship Award Application Online Web Form   Youth Showmanship – pdf

Youth under the ages of 21 with standard breed does on test producing 3000 lb.  Milk or 100 lb. Butterfat or 90 lb.  Protein in 305 days or less or miniature breed does producing 1200 lb.  Milk 42 lb. Butterfat or 36 lb. Protein, in 305 days or less may apply for recognition on the Youth […]

Go here to submit a Show Award Certificate Application.

Go here to complete an application for Official Milking competition.

PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS FORMS Please see complete list on the  Forms page  

From ADGA Bylaws Article VI. Section 3 a) All nominations for any ADGA award shall be submitted with full, supporting, detailed, written documentation.  If approved by the Awards Committee, this documentation will be provided to each Director. b) Director Emeritus/Emerita – The committee considers and evaluates former or retiring Directors nominated by the membership for this […]

Note:  Search Knowledgebase for additional related articles. To download Linear Applications, go to the ADGA Forms page. For a description of the linear program with regard to training, field practices, and data collection: Current Linear Standard Operating Procedures https://adga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-FINAL-LA-SOP-1.pdf To Prepare for a linear session ADGA Linear Appraisal Recommended Checklist

From ADGA Bylaws, Article XX.  Genetics Awards Program A special designation known as “Superior Genetics” will be awarded for qualifying animals, both bucks and does.  This award will be stored permanently by year in the ADGA database in addition to, and in the same manner as “CH” and “GCH” designations are currently stored. This prefix […]

You can find number of online forms and downloadable pdf formats on ADGA.org.  See the menu link for Forms for complete list or search for specific topics. General Forms AI Memo – pdf Service Memo – pdf  Registration Application PDF Certificate of Identification Application – pdf Tattoo Revision Request Online Web Form   Tattoo Revision Request – pdf […]

Visit the National 4-H  mall website to learn more about available programs and find resources for dairy goat projects. Selection, feeding, management, fitting, showing and responsible goat ownership are important components of 4-H.   FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career […]