Rules related to registering the Guernsey Dairy Goat breed with the American Dairy Goat Association are now available.
Instructions for Next Generation Software
This is where instructions for ADGA’s Next Generation Software is located. A video demo is exclusively available to ADGA members who are subscribed to email.
Goat Export Marketing
ADGA registered dairy goats with superior genetics and high production records are in high demand internationally. This is a guide to help owners of ADGA registered dairy goats determine if exporting dairy goats is right for you and how to navigate the process.
New Performance Programs Manager
ADGA is pleased to announce that a new Performance Programs Manager has been hired. Jim VanDerlinde has been an ADGA member since 1994, has exhibited in seven ADGA National Shows and is the breeder of the 2002 National Jr Champion Toggenburg. Jim has experience with ADGA’s Linear Appraisal Program, Holstein young sire genetic improvement programs, […]
Dairy Goat Management Calendar
This dairy goat management calendar is offered as a guide to assist you in preparing for each season. Some breeds and breeders may have unique needs or practice out-of-season breeding. Always seek the advice of your small ruminant veterinarian and never disregard professional advice or delay seeking professional veterinarian assistance because of something you read […]
How to Choose a Farm Name
A farm name may be the formal or incorporated name for your farm. You need to know how this relates to your dairy goats and registry account.
Getting Started with Dairy Goats
You’ve decided you want dairy goats, but don’t know where to start. Here are some steps you may find useful in gathering information for success.
Rates and Services
The current rates for services offered such as membership, dairy goat registration, transfers, performance programs and supplies.
How To Choose An ADGA Membership
You can choose from eight different membership types. This will help you know which membership is best for you.
Correct Color Prints of Dairy Goats
Breed paintings by Lynn Fancher are copyrighted for exclusive use by the American Dairy Goat Association. These copyrighted paintings may not be copied or used in digital format without permission. However, you may purchase these type correct paintings as 9 x 12 inch color prints for $3.25 each or $12.00 for the set. To order […]
Linear Appraisal Schedule for 2021?
While we are committed to the future of the Linear Appraisal Program, it is still too early to know with any certainty what 2021 will hold considering the continued Covid-19 pandemic. ADGA is currently addressing what would be needed to be able to have this important program while keeping both our appraisers, and our members, […]
Expanded Phone Hours – Nov 2, 2020
Additional customer support phone hours begin November 2, 2020.
Linear Appraiser Training and Benefits
This is how ADGA Linear Appraisers are trained and the benefits they receive for their valued work.
Top Ten Breed Leaders
Each year ADGA recognizes the top ten producing does in each breed from the prior year’s completed lactation records. See this page for a PDF of each year’s breed leaders.
How to Name A Dairy Goat
Understanding the parts of goat’s name will help you name your animals and understand something about a goat when you see its name.
2020 ADGA District Director General Election Results
Final Tabulation Report This report is from an independent CPA who has followed the agreed-upon procedures for tabulating ballots as specified in the current ADGA Guidebook. Learn more about how ADGA is governed >>
NG Project Demo to Board of Directors
The ADGA Information Management Committee recently hosted a demonstration of the new computer system currently known as “NG” (for Next Generation) for the ADGA Board of Directors. The demonstration was followed by a question and answer session. New Computer System Features NG will provide many new and expanded features some of which include: Full access to all of your animal data including show awards, […]
2020 Summer Evaluation Elite Buck and Doe Lists
ADGA registered does earning this status can be viewed at Elite Status
August 2020 Genetic Evaluations
The production evaluation has been released by ADGA with the official CDCB release on August 11. The files have been uploaded to adgagenetics.org. ADGA information has been updated and the Elite Buck and Doe lists are available. Superior Genetics have also come out!
ADGA Annual Convention 2020 Cancelled
While Annual Convention events are cancelled, the Annual Board of Directors Meeting is still being held.