Published State and County Covid-19 Guidelines for the location and time where the ADGA event is held will determine the Covid-19 guidelines for that event.
Reopen Support Center Ticket After Closed
Instructions for reopening an unresolved ADGA Support ticket once it has been closed. Help in locating that email is also provided.
2021 Director Election Campaign Letters
Letters from candidates for the 2021 Director Election are posted here in PDF format.
Instructions for Next Generation Software
Find ADGA’s Next Generation Software instructions and updates here. A video demo is exclusively available to ADGA members who are subscribed to email.
Postal Ballot Summary 2021
These 2021 postal ballot summaries are provided to inform the public of decisions made by the ADGA Board of Directors.
Customer Service Experience Hired
Jake Houston is bringing 14 years of customer service experience to ADGA. His most recent position was Customer Service Manager.
2021 ADGA District Director Primary Final Election Results
This District Director Primary Election Report reflects information taken directly from ballots and has not been tested for spelling errors, member number corrections, or nominee eligibility.
Office Assistant Hired
Alyssa Glenn is joining our team with experience as an ADGA member and dairy goat breeder. She will assist in the Performance Programs Department.
Herd of Distinction Award
ADGA has a new award to recognize herds that have demonstrated a level of distinction above all others over time by ADGA programs such as DHI Production, Linear Appraisal and Shows
Procedures for Linear Appraisal Evaluations
The complete Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Linear Appraisal Evaluations is available in PDF Format. The document includes a program summary, guidelines for appraisers as well as herd owners and scoring details. Information may also be included related to past and future Linear Appraisal Education Program sessions. ADGA Linear Appraisal Standard Operating Procedures https://adga.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-FINAL-LA-SOP-1.pdf More […]
ADGA Welcomes First Executive Director
American Dairy Goat Association is pleased to announce the hiring of their first Executive Director. Learn more about Lance Gerlach.
ADGA Judges Training Conference – Summer
During recent years there have been two ADGA Judges Training Conferences annually. This is information about the training available during the summer. Annual Convention is when the other TC generally occurs.
Temporary Solution for Submitting DNA Requests
ADGA is pleased to announce a temporary solution for submitting DNA requests until the DNA ordering process is fully functional in the new NG software.
Registering Guernsey Dairy Goats
Rules related to registering the Guernsey Dairy Goat breed with the American Dairy Goat Association are now available.
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 Seasonal Tips and Tricks
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.
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 […]