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Summer is winding down, and that means that it's State Fair time for many of us.  On this 44th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron chat about state fairs--what's great about them, what's challenging about them, and why they are an important part of the dairy goat industry.  

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The last part of our "deep dive" into the ADGA Scorecard features senior judge and breeder Todd Biddle.   Todd takes us through each element of the mammary system breakdown and brings to light some thoughts that can help us all understand form and function.

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Laura and Cameron are home from the 2021 National Show, and they are excited to dissect the amazing week--discussing the excitement, what went well, and opportunities for future improvements.  Come celebrate with us as we bask in the afterglow of an amazing week in Louisville!

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This week, Cameron and Laura share some things to think about when working with local fair boards and other "non-dairy goat" groups that may be putting on local fairs. 

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Part 2 of our "deep dive" into the ADGA Scorecard features Ben Rupchis--ADGA Judge, Linear Appraiser and experienced dairy goat breeder.  

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The first of a 3-part series, episode #39 of Goat Gab features an in-depth look at general appearance, with ADGA-licensed judge, National-show winning breeder Trinity Smith Malmanis.

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On this 38th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron finish their countdown to National Show, discussing the nuts and bolts of the KY Expo Center and other considerations.

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We have a bonus episode this week for our listeners--a short interview with ADGA President and ADGA National Show Co-Chair Ken Feaster-Eytchison.  Ken speaks about the National Show rules and shares some insight behind the decisions surrounding the National Show. 

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In our 37th episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron start breaking down their processes for getting ready for "the greatest show of the year," the ADGA National Show.  These ideas can be helpful for anyone traveling a longer distance or to a big show, even if not attending a National show.

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Everyone who puts on a show wants it to be one remembered for years....for all of the right reasons.  On this week's episode of Goat Gab, Laura and Cameron sound off about what makes or breaks a dairy goat show....so you can avoid common pitfalls.   Throw in some other assorted random goat-related topics, and you have a good hour of things that make you go "hmmmm."