Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association
Working Towards a Brighter Future in Dairy Goats
At the Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association, education in dairy goats is at the forefront of what we’re working together towards. Our programs and activities are designed to be informative, useful and help community members reach their goals and fulfill their farm's potential, whether a backyard herd or a full scale dairy. Learn more about the positive impact we have and join us in bringing about that positive change.
​Upcoming Events
Sat, Sep 07Newton County Agricultural CenterSep 07, 2024, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PMNewton County Agricultural Center, 720 FFA FHA Camp Rd, Covington, GA 30014, USA
Fri, Jun 14CovingtonJun 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – Jun 15, 2024, 6:00 PMCovington, 720 FFA FHA Camp Rd, Covington, GA 30014, USA
Sat, May 11GDGBA Cheesemaking ClassMay 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMGDGBA Cheesemaking Class, 101 Joe Lane Rd, Jackson, GA 30233, USAMay 11, 2024, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMGDGBA Cheesemaking Class, 101 Joe Lane Rd, Jackson, GA 30233, USAThe Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association is hosting a cheesemaking class. A hands-on demonstration, how to make Mozzarella cheese and hard cheeses. Please RSVP. Free for GDGBA members. $20 Non-members.
Thank you to our Business Sponsors and Members Farms Sponsors!
Please check the Sponsor Tab at the top for more info!
Contact Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association
Send correspondence to the Secretary:
GDGBA
PO Box 710123
Maxeys, GA 30671
706-247-2999
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Ways We Help
Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association is in the business of educating breeders and promoting dairy goats. The work we do at our Non-Profit Organization is aimed at providing a holistic approach to solving some of our dairy goat society’s biggest challenges. We make sure our members and non-members are empowered by creating opportunities for youth, breeders, and those just interested in learning more.
Educational Programs
Learning about Dairy Goats
With these programs, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those things you need to learn hands-on that is difficult to do by just youtubing it yourself. With access to the right resources, people can become confident in their own abilities to maintain a dairy goat herd to its fullest potential. Learn more about our programs by getting in touch with us today or checking out the calendar of events.
Dairy Goat Shows
Showing off your amazing herd and win prizes & recognition
Our Show committee works hard to bring you comprehensive dairy goat show(s) (typically in the spring). Our shows include an open dairy goat show and will also have a showmanship clinic and class the evening before to educate new and experienced show men&women. There are impressive breeders, competitive goats, learning opportunities, food and fun at these events. We hope all who want to learn to show and who enjoy showing off their goats correctness will enter the show each year.
Youth Programs
Education and Showmanship
At Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association, we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in educating and promoting dairy goats to the next generation. We currently have a Youth Education Clinic in the Summer, a Showmanship Clinic at our Spring Show and offer a Youth only Award Program (the Kay James Youth Award) where youth earn points by placing at Georgia dairy goat shows and win awards at the end of the year. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association at a Glance
Georgia Dairy Goat Breeders Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping dairy goat owners take care of and improve their herds.
Our meetings are held bi-monthly & are currently at various club members’ homes - typically on the 3rd Sundays [Jan, April, July, October] where we meet and have a free hands on educational class for members.
We also typically host a Club Holiday luncheon in early December with a goat themed white elephant gift exchange.
Dues are $10 for an individual, $15 for a family [2 votes] & $15 for a business membership [entitled to a newsletter ad, but no vote], per year.
Newsletters are published quarterly & distributed via email or for an additional $6 a paper copy will be mailed to your membership address. A complimentary newsletter is available on request for nonmembers.
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If you have questions please e-mail us at Gadairygoat@gmail.com