Minnesota Dairy Goat Association Gopher Goat Gossip Youth Show Issue

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1 Minnesota Dairy Goat Association Gopher Goat Gossip Youth Show Issue Serving Dairy Goat Owners Since 1971 May 2011 Artist: Forest, age 7. She helps milk & take care of their Alpines in Duluth Inside: Page 2 Who s Helping/Letter From Sheldon Family Page 1 3 President s Letter Page 4 Calendar of Events Page 5 8 Youth Show Info Page 9-11-Little Falls Show Info Page Mora Show Info Page 15 General Meeting Announcement Page 16 My First Goat Show Page Marketplace

2 MDGA: Who s Helping? Volunteers make the Minnesota Dairy Goat Association possible. Feel free to contact anyone on this list to answer questions or to help. Chair persons and officers change each year. If this is an old GGG, try Mark Jaeger, Ave, Gibbon MN MDGA Board: President: Laura Kieser Apple Circle, Jordan MN 55352, , fourseasonsfarm@gmail.com Vice President: Karyl Dronen 9721 Mound Prairie Dr, Houston MN Secretary: Tracy Hunt th Ave NE Foley MN mthmom@jetup.net Treasurer: Marge Kitchen 9721 Mound Prairie Dr, Houston MN Board members Anna Severson th Ave Swanville MN knotneer@gmail.com To MDGA I would like to thank the MN Dairy Goat members for their gift in memory of Jim. Jim loved being a part of the organization and a part of the "goat family". You were very special to him and we greatly appreciate your kindness and support. Barb Adams 3351 Red Oak Ln Barnum, MN barbaa55@hotmail.com Casey Prochniak 1117 Davis Ave Gibbon, MN caseyahlbrecht@hotmail.com Peter Smith th St Fort Ripley, MN Maxine Sheldon and Family Mark Jaeger Ave Gibbon MN Membership Renewal for 2011: $20.00 You can renew your membership for MDGA by Using the form on the back page or going to And click on join MDGA and use PayPal/credit card or Print off the form and mail, with your check to: Marge Kitchen 9721 Mound Prairie Dr, Houston MN goatgifts@gmail.com If you d like to have your MDGA membership listed on the MDGA web page, check yes for permission on the membership form. You can also link your homepage for a fee of $5.00, payable with your membership dues. CHECK 2 OUT THE MDGA WEBSITE!!! And find a link to our Facebook page MDGA Bulletin Board MDGA YAHOO COMMUNITY SITE talk about issues, ask questions, and use like the barter board. How to get to the MDGA Yahoo list: 1. Go to 2. Under menu, go to groups 3. Search for MDGA or goats 4. Join by signing up! MDGA DVD: "Dairy Goat Grooming & Showmanship" Produced by the Minnesota Dairy Goat Association This video illustrates correct showmanship skills, including a variety of handling maneuvers with in-depth discussion and explanations. It also demonstrates recommended fitting and grooming techniques including clipping and hoof trimming. DVD: $20.00 each, including shipping/handling. Order

3 Dear MDGA Members: As May approaches, there seems to finally be signs of spring. What a welcome sight! At our farm we have been enjoying the excitement of new kids. They are so playful and carefree, just waiting for us to arrive at the barn and greeting us with joy. (At least that s what I like to tell myself.) I m sure most of you are doing the very same thing. But, I have noticed one group of animals on our farm that has very bad behavior our dry yearlings! Somehow they went from these very same cute, playful, joyful kids in 2010 to a group of hoodlums with absolutely no manners just one year later! Oh my goodness I can hardly get grain/hay in their feeder without being knocked over. If they were actual children we would be embarrassed at their behavior! I suppose this is an excellent example that we sometimes let our animals get away with things that we would not accept from other people! General Membership Meeting Our MDGA spring general membership meeting is coming up on May 14, 2011 at the home of Keith & Morgan Allen (Haycreek Farm) in Kenyon, MN. I sure hope to see lots of members there for the business meeting, tour and potluck lunch. We will be discussing the possibility of a National Show in MN in 2013 as well as other business. Show Announcements The first show announcements of the season are coming out. Be sure to check the calendar of events in the GGG as well as the MDGA website ( for the latest updates. Try to support these shows if you can. Individuals put in a lot of volunteer time and dedication to make these events possible for the rest of us. In addition, if you would like to get an event posted in either location be sure to send information to our newsletter editor, Anna Severson, and our web master, Doug Thompson. Gopher Goat Gossip Goes Online! We have created a place on our website that is a members only page. This is a password protected page. To get the password, please contact our webmaster, Doug Thompson. We will post PDF files of past and current newsletters there as well as other pertinent information as it becomes available. This page is meant to be an alternative to ing the GGG to those who prefer to receive electronic files. The GGG will continue to be printed for those who prefer that option. I m sure you are all super busy this month so I will cut this letter short this month and get back out to the barn. I still have those unruly dry yearlings to train! Please contact me or any other board member with any questions about upcoming meetings, to volunteer for a committee or if you are interested in helping with a possible National Show. Laura Kieser, President, MDGA 3

4 Calendar of Events May 7- Central Wisconsin Buck Show Central WI State Fairgrounds, Marshfield WI. 4 rings, Bucks. Judges Jay Rudolph, Josh Kaplewski, Tim Schmidt, 4th judge TBA Contact: Angel McPherson luvmigoats@yahoo.com May 14 General Membership meeting, MDGA, at Haycreek Farm in Kenyon (see page 15) May 21 Iowa Dairy Goat Association Show, Story County Fairgrounds. Nevada IA. 2 rings, Junior, Senior. Judges Megan Treadway Carter and Timothy Flickinger Contact Butch Sowers at (515) or toggmanbutch@yahoo.com May 21 Portage WI Show. Contact Daniel Considine sunshine@jvlnet.com May 28 - WI/IL Dairy Goat Show, Janesville, WI. Contact Randy Adamson marran@centurytel.net June 4 /5 Little Falls Show, Morrison County Fairgrounds, Little Falls, MN. Junior, Senior, Buck. Judges TBA Contact Irene Kajewski at rainbow_vue@yahoo.com or Danna Laliberte June 4- CVDGA Show, Rusk County Fairgrounds, Ladysmith, WI 2 rings, Sr/Jr.Buck. Judges Tim Ness/Megan Lawrence. Contact Deb Macke,rain_treedairygoats@yahoo.com June National Dairy Goat Awareness Week June 11 Huron SD Show, 4-H Complex, SD State Fairgrounds 2 rings. Contact sdgoatshow@gmail.com June 11- Annual Minnesota Youth Goat Show, Benton County Fairgrounds,Sauk Rapids MN. Registration at 8:30, show at10:00 AM. Non-sanctioned. Judges: Tracy Procniak and Krista Matson. June 18 /19 Marshfield WI Show. 2 Rings, Junior, Senior, Combined Buck. Judges Emily Thompson & Don Bergfield. Contact luvmigoats@yahoo.com or June 25 /26 Mid-Minnesota Classic Show Mora, MN Sat: 2 rings Juniors. Sun: 2 rings Seniors Youth showmanship classes, potluck supper, raffle. Judges: Gary Whitehead and TBA. Contact Krista Matson at or kjlibra@yahoo.com July ADGA National Show, West Springfield MA July 30 - Olmsted County Fair Dairy Goat Show, Rochester, MN. Junior and Senior. Judge: Dan Considine. Contact: Doug Thompson at or dthompson@acegroup.cc. July 31 - Scott County Fair, Jordan, MN. Senior only. Judge: Tim Schmidt. Goats in place by 7:00 AM, show at 9:00 am, stay to 6:00 PM. Contact Laura Kieser at fourseasonsfarm@gmail.com Sept 2-5- Minnesota State Fair at St. Paul, MN Sept 6-17 ADGA Linear Appraisal for IA, MN, SD, ND Sept 17 /18 - Bluff Country Dairy Goat Show, Caledonia, MN Sat AM - 2 Senior Shows; Sat PM - 4 Junior Doe Shows. Sun AM -2 Senior Shows Judges: Yvonne Blosser & Jay Rudolph. Two other judges to be determined. Contact: Marge Kitchen at or goatgifts@acegroup.cc. Oct ADGA 4 National Convention, Grand Rapids MI

5 Annual Minnesota Youth Goat Show Benton County Fairgrounds, Sauk Rapids, MN Saturday, June 11, 2011 Registration from 8:30-9:30 am Show begins at 10:00 am This show is open to all youth who are under 21 years of age Judges: Casey Prochniak Krista Matson Breeds A Alpine L LaMancha N Nubian O Oberhasli S Saanen B Sable T Toggenburg D Nigerian Dwarf R Recorded Grade U Unrecorded Grade M Market Class (Boer, etc) Entries & Payment is due on June 7 th Cost: Registration the day of the show Cost: $2.00 per goat $2.00 per pen $3.00 per goat $3.00 per pen Pen space is limited, and stalling will be done on a first come, first served basis Please pre-register. Registrations ed to the Show Secretary will be considered pre-registered, and may be paid for the day of the show. Trophies and ribbons will be awarded. NOTE: You may enter as many goats as you want in each class. No charge for group and misc. classes. Animals will be vet checked. You must provide your own bedding. Each youth is responsible for cleaning out their own pens after the show. Food stand will be available at the show. Questions: Marlene & Tracy Hunt, mdga_youthshow@yahoo.com Linda Libra, marshlandgoats@yahoo.com Classes: Dairy Breed Does: 1. Junior Doe Kid born on or after April 1, Senior Doe Kid born between Jan. 1-Mar. 31, Dry Yearling born in Milking Yearling born in 2010 and has freshened year old Milking Doe born in 2008 or year old Milking Doe born in 2006 or Aged Milking Doe born in 2005 or before Market Classes: 8. Non-dairy wether Any breed born on or after January 1, Dairy wether born on or after January 1, Breeding doe kid any breed born on or after January 1, Breeding Dry Yearling any breed born in Breeding Doe any breed born on or after January 1, 2010, and has freshened Group Classes: 13. Mother/Daughter 14. Produce of Dam two does, any age, same mother 15. Best 3 females three does any breed 16. Get of Sire three does, any age, same sire Miscellaneous Classes: 17. Costume Class youth and goat in costume 18. Showmanship Dairy Breeds A. 7 & under B. 8-9 years C years D years E years 19. Showmanship Market Breeds F. 7 & under G years H years I years 5

6 Minnesota Youth Goat Show Benton County Fairgrounds, Sauk Rapids, MN Saturday, June 11, 2011 Registration is from 8:30-9:30 am Show begins at 10:00 am Exhibitor/Family Name: County: Address: City: State: Ad- Phone: dress: Pre-registration postmarked by Day of Show June 7, 2010, or received via Reg. by Thursday, June 10, 2010 # Pens $2 per pen: $3 per pen: $ # Goats $2 per goat: $3 per goat: $ Total Enclosed: $ Total Fees: $ Pen Preference: I would like to be penned next to/with: Please indicate which exhibitor is entering which animal/class. You may enter as many goats as you want in each class. No charge for group and misc. classes. Make copies if necessary. 6

7 Exhibitor Breed Class # Name of Goat (or group class name) Birthdate of Goat 7

8 8 GGG May 2011

9 Little Falls Dairy Goat Show Two Junior Doe & Two Senior Doe Shows June 4 & Morrison County Fairgrounds Little Falls, MN Judges: Timothy J Schmidt & Jay Rudolph Show Chairman: Danna Laliberte Show Contact: Irene Kajewski Show Secretaries: Melissa Czeck & Linda Ahrndt WE WILL BE HOSTING THE DISTRICT 5 SAANEN SPECIALITY DAIRY GOAT SHOW Judged by Jay Rudolph RULES: 1. These shows are sanctioned by the American Dairy Goat Assn and their rules shall govern. Only American Dairy Goat Assn., American Goat Society and Canadian Goat Society registered, recorded or applied-for animals that are recognized by ADGA as dairy animals may be shown in an official American Dairy Goat Show. The Junior, Senior & Buck Shows are separately sanctioned. 2. The original registration or recordation certificate is required for all animals six month of age or older. The original registration, recordation certificate or duplicate application stamped by the registry office is required for all animals under six months of age. This must be shown to the show secretary prior to the start of the show. No copies of registration, recordation certificate or stamped duplicate applications, telegrams, or phone calls will be accepted in lieu of the original documents. All names included on one identification number constitute only one membership; therefore, only one exhibitor. Only the ID number on the registration/recordation certificate or on the stamped duplication application is proof of ownership. 3. Send entries to: Little Falls Dairy Goat Show, C/O IRENE KAJEWSKI 3742 GREAT RIVER ROAD, BOWLUS, MN or rainbow_vue@yahoo.com. 4. THIS IS A FUZZY SHOW-CLIPPING AT DISCRETION OF EXHIBITOR. Horns must be removed. 5. No health papers are required for Minnesota animals; however, any animal is subject to rejection for unhealthy conditions at the discretion of the show committee. We will follow the ADGA policy on abscesses which does not allow showing an animal with an abscess that is balding or draining. A vet will be at the show to check health papers and the animals. All outof- state exhibitors please check with your vet for up to date rules on interstate shipment for showing. A health certificate/ certificate of veterinary inspection will be required. Michigan resident must have TB and Brucellosis tests. Scrapies herd identification must be presented at time of veterinary inspection in order to show. 6. All animals must be in place by 11am and checked in with the show secretary. Saturday shows start at 1:00pm with the Junior Doe show and Sunday at 8:30 am with the Senior Doe show. 7. Entry fees: $4 per animal per show. All animals entered after May 21, 2011 will be $6.00 per head per show. 8. There will be no pre-show milk out. All milk must be taken home or disposed of properly in barrels provided; NO DUMPING! 9. There will be a $4.00 pen fee. All exhibitors must provide their own feed, bedding, and equipment. If anyone has extra pen gates that could be used please let us know and bring them along. Please place bedding in spreaders that will be provided and take down pens. 10. Proper show attire is white or black trousers or skirts and white shirt. 11. There will be a silent auction held during the show, donations will be taken for this. The silent auction will close on Sunday after the show, please check if you won something before leaving. 12. Camping will be available on the grounds for $15 a night with electricity. Restrooms with showers will be available. Rooms will be available at the AMERICINN ( ). Mention you will be attending the Little Falls Dairy Goat Show to get the special price of $ tax per night. They have a pool, hot tub, free continental breakfast and wireless internet. A Sloppy Joe lunch will be available on Saturday from 11:30-3:00, cost: $5 an adult/ $2.50 kids under 10. Please bring something to share for Saturday night and Sunday morning so there can be a potluck available for exhibitors. If you prefer to make a donation towards this let us know. Any questions please contact us. 9

10 LITTLE FALLS DAIRY GOAT SHOW June 4 & 5, 2011 JUDGES: Timothy J Schmidt & Jay Rudolph Exhibitors Name: Scrapie Premise ID: Exhibitor Address: Phone Number address Entry Fees: $4.00 per animal, per ring, per day. If entering more than 12 animals, $3.75 per animal, per ring, per day. The deadline for pre-entry is May 21, Entries received after this date will be $6.00 per animal, per ring, per day. Total Jr animals entered for Saturday: ring 1 ring $4.00 Total Bucks entered for Saturday: ring 1 ring Total Sr animals entered for Sunday: ring 1 ring $4.00 (#) Pens $4.00 each Lunches Adults $5 Kids under 10 $2.50 Do you need a camping spot for a camper/trailer/tent? $15.00/per night Please include your pen reservation, lunches & fees with your entries. TOTAL LATE FEE - - $6 PER ANIMAL, PER RING, PER DAY. IF REGISTERED AFTER MAY 21, Make checks payable to: LITTLE FALLS DAIRY GOAT SHOW I can help fill classes for the following breeds: Classes Junior Does Senior Does 1. PeeWee kid (April 2011) 9.Yearling Milkers (under 2 in milk) Breeds Sanctioned & Show Order for Doe Classes Ring 1 Ring 2 Junior Does Senior Does LaMancha (L) Alpine (A) 1. PeeWee kid (April 2011) 9.Yearling Milkers Nubian (N) Nigerian Dwarf (ND) (under 2 in milk) Saanen (S) Toggenburg (T) 2. Junior kid (March 2011) Yr old Milker Recorded Grade (RG) Oberhasli (O) 3. Int kid (Feb 2011) Yr old Milker Alpine (A) LaMancha (L) 4. Senior kid (Jan 2011) Yr old Milker Nigerian Dwarf (ND) Nubian (N) 5. Jr Yrlg (5/1/10 to 12/31/10) Milker Toggenburg (T) Saanen (S) 6. Sr Yrlg ( to ) 14. Gr & Res Ch Oberhasli (O) Recorded Grade 7. Gr Ch & Res Champion 15. Ch Challenge (RG) 8. Best Jr Doe in Show 16. Best Sr Doe in Show 10

11 Randolph 11 CLASS Name of Animal Registration DOB Tattoo Schmi dt

12 Mid- Minnesota Classic Two Junior Doe and Two Senior Doe Shoes June 25 & 26, 2011 Kanabec County Fairgrounds Mora MN Judges: Mark Baden & Gary Whitehead Secretary: Linda Libra & Gloria Splinter/Lauren Schifsky Show Chairman: Loucresha Larson RULES: 1. These shows are sanctioned by the American Dairy Goat Assn and their rules shall govern. Only American Dairy Goat Assn., American Goat Society and Canadian Goat Society registered, recorded or applied-for animals that are recognized by ADGA as dairy animals, may be shown in an official American Dairy Goat Show. The Junior and Senior Shows are separately sanctioned. 2. These shows are sanctioned for the following breeds: Alpine, LaMancha, Nigerian Dwarf, Nubian, Oberhasli, Saanen, Toggenburg and Recorded Grades. Animals not registered will not be included in the official report of awards. Show Order will be RING 1 A, L, D, N, B, S, T, RG and RING 2: B, S, T, RG, A, L, D, N. 3. The original registration or recordation certificate is required for all animals six month of age or older. The original registration, recordation certificate or duplicate application stamped by the registry office is required for all animals under six months of age. A stamped duplicate is valid for 30 days from the ADGA office dated on it. This must be shown to the show secretary prior to the start of the show. No copies of registration, recordation certificate or stamped duplicate applications, telegrams, or phone calls will be accepted in lieu of the original documents. All names included on one identification number constitute only one membership; therefore, only one exhibitor. Only the ID number on the registration/recordation certificate or on the stamped duplication application is proof of ownership. 4. Send entries to: East Central Dairy Goat Club, Linda Libra, Hinckley Rd, Hinckley MN or to: marshlandgoats@yahoo.com. Credit will be extended until day of show. 5. The base date to determine the age of an animal is 6/25/11 for Junior does and 6/26/11for Senior does. 6. No health papers are required for Minnesota animals; however, any animal is subject to rejection for unhealthy conditions at the discretion of the show committee. We will follow the ADGA policy on abscesses which does not allow showing an animal with an abscess that is balding or draining. A vet will be at the show to check health papers and the animals. All out-of- state animals must be accompanied by an interstate health certificate/certificate of veterinary inspection. Michigan resident must have TB and Brucellosis tests. Scrapies herd identification must be presented at time of veterinary inspection in order to show. 7. All junior does must be in place by Noon on Saturday and checked in with the show secretary. If coming only for the Senior Doe Show on Sunday, animals must be in place by 7:30 am. NO PEN GUAR- ANTEES IF COMING FOR SUNDAY ONLY- PLAN TO SHOW OUT OF YOUR TRAILER. 8. Saturday shows start at 2:00 pm with junior doe shows and Sunday at 8:30 am will be senior doe shows. 9. Entry fees: $8 per animal to enter both shows. One show is $6 per head. All animals entered (name, class, dob) after Noon on Wednesday, June 22nd will be $8.00 per head per show. 10. There will be no pre-show milk out. All milk must be taken home or disposed of properly in barrels provided; NO DUMPING! 11. Pen spaces next to the rings are limited. No tack pens available. There will be a $4.00 pen fee and all pens must be cleaned by exhibitor (or hired out) before leaving.. Some equipment will be available. 12. Proper show attire is black or white trousers or skirts and white shirt. A potluck supper will be held on Saturday night. Contact Loucresha Larson ( ) if you have questions. We ask for a dish to pass or a cash donation of $3.00 per person. A raffle will be held on Sunday, donations are appreciated. Showmanship classes for youth starting on Saturday at Noon. 12

13 MID-MINNESOTA CLASSIC JUNE 25 & 26, 2011 JUDGES: Mark Baden &Gary Whitehead Exhibitors Name: Scrapie Premise ID: Exhibitor Address: Phone Number Senior Doe Show Classes: Alp LaM NigD Nub Obe Saa Togg ReG 0-2 years A1 L1 D1 N1 B1 S1 T1 R1 2-3 years A2 L2 D2 N2 B2 S2 T2 R2 3-5 years A3 L3 D3 N3 B3 S3 T3 R3 5+ years A4 L4 D4 N4 B4 S4 T4 R4 Grand Champion Reserve Champion CH CH A5 L5 D5 N5 B5 S5 T5 R5 BEST DOE IN SHOW Junior Doe Show Classes: Alp LaM NigD Nub Obe Saa Togg ReG 0-3 months A6 L6 D6 N6 B6 S6 T6 R6 3-4 months A7 L7 D7 N7 B7 S7 T7 R7 4-6 months A8 L8 D8 N8 B8 S8 T8 R months A9 L9 D9 N9 B9 S9 T9 R months A10 L10 D10 N10 B10 S10 T10 R10 Grand Champion Reserve Champion BEST DOE IN SHOW (#) Animals shown in 2 $8.00 (#) Animals shown 1 $6.00 Electricity surcharge for all exhibitors 1.00 (#) Pens $4.00 LATE FEE - - $8 FOR ALL ANIMALS (FOR EACH SHOW) IF REGISTERED AFTER NOON ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22. Do you need an electrical hook-up for a camper/trailer? YES or NO $5.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: I would like to be penned next to: I can help fill classes for the following breeds: Make checks payable to: EAST CENTRAL DAIRY GOAT CLUB 13

14 MID-MINNESOTA CLASSIC JUNE 25 & 26, 2011 JUDGES: Mark Baden &Gary Whitehead Exhibitors Name: Scrapie Premise ID: 14 Send entries to : East Central Dairy Goat Club, Linda Libra, Hinckley Rd, Hinckley MN CLASS Name of Animal Registration DOB Tattoo Baden Whitehead

15 SPRING GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Saturday, May 14, :00 AM Haycreek Farm home of Keith & Morgan Allen th Street, Kenyon, MN Keith and Morgan Allen raise registered Oberhasli and Recorded Grade Dairy Goats in Kenyon, MN. They have had success in the show ring at local, state and national shows. Their herd is enrolled in DHIA and they have had many Swiss Belle award winners. They recently installed a new milk room to be able to sell milk to area cheese makers. Singing Hills Goat Dairy makes cheese using their milk and sells it at farmers markets and food coops. You can see more details about Haycreek Farm on their website at: We will meet at 11 AM, conduct the general membership meeting over a potluck lunch and then tour the farm. Please bring a dish to share. ***Directions to General Membership Meeting*** From North US Highway 52 South to State highway 57 (Goodhue cty rd. 8) Take 57 right (south) about 8.4 miles to 485th Street. Turn right is about 0.7 miles on the right. From South US Highway 52 North to Goodhue County Rd. 11 exit. Turn left and follow Cty Rd 11/Cty 11 Blvd. through Pine Island. Follow Cty Rd. 11 abut 7.5 miles outside of Pine Island to State Highway 57. Turn right (North) on 57 and continue about 1.5 miles to 485th Street. Turn left is about 0.7 miles on the right. 15

16 My First Experience Showing Goats Hi, my name is Haleigh Peterson and I m 12 years old. I live in Wrenshall, Minnesota. Last summer I showed my goats for the first time. The show was at the Carlton County Fair in Barnum. I was nervous, but the other exhibitors helped me. I had a lot of fun! My doe won grand champion in the LaMancha class and my Mom s doe won reserve champion. We told a lot of people about the La- Mancha breed. I love my LaMancha goats, and I can t wait to show again! 16

17 GGG Apr Mid-Minnesota Classic Show at Mora, MN sponsored by the East Central Dairy Goat Club Saturday June 25 (2 junior doe) and Sunday, June 26 (2 senior doe) Youth Showmanship, Potluck Supper, and Raffle Judge: Gary Whitehead and TBA MeadowWild Farm Alpine Dairy Goats Happy Goats Make the Best Milk Registered Alpines 2011 Kids Sold Purebred Alpine Buck Interested in making Cheese? or Soap??? We may be able to help. Steve & Barb Adams Our farm is near Barnum, MN Near I35 north goats in subject line Website: Blog: Many Thanks To Marilyn Hanson, Michelle Ruedy and Larry Marquette for purchasing 2011 kids. Kids and Adults Still Available SG Century Farm s Mimosa VVVE % 2.9% Mimosa was bred to *B Century Farm s Noble and has a buckling for sale 17

18 GGG Apr 2011 Wanted and Free ads are free to members and will run for 2 months, unless otherwise designated. Only Pure/Am bucks are allowed. Deadline is the 20th of the month preceding publication. For Sale: For Sale: Nubian dry yearlings, doe kids & bucks. Saanen doe kids & mature bucks available. Suitable for production & show. fourseasonsfarm@gmail.com Sunflower Web Design and Maintenance Deb Macke, Hawkins, WI sunflowerwebs@yahoo.com Quality, Affordable Web Design Over 20 years experience breeding and showing dairy goats and 40+ with dairy cattle. I know how to present pedigrees, performance data and pictures in a format that will highlight your herd. Check out my portfolio and then give me a call and we can discuss your options! New! New! New! (under construction) (under construction) Also designed and maintained the 2006 and 2007 ADGA Convention websites Isn t it time YOU had your own website??? Danna Laliberte openprairie@gmail.com Congratulations to: SGCH Open Prairie Butter Brickel 5*M who finished her championship in 2010 with two BIS SGCH Open Prairie Georgia 8*M who also completed her championship in 2010 SCGH Century Farm Keiko 1*M who earned her SG in 2010 GCH Open Prairie Alameda 4*M who milked 3200lbs in 2009 Visit our website for sales of 2011 kids and mature does

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20 Official Publication of MDGA. Editor: Anna Severson PO Box 153 Royalton MN MINNESOTA DAIRY GOAT ASSOCIATION GOPHER GOAT GOSSIP MDGA MEMBERSHIP Yearly dues: $17.50 per family or individual, $20.00 if after January 31st. New Member Renewal Circle if you belong to 4H or FFA NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE: e:mail OWN DAIRY GOATS: DO NOT OWN: WHICH BREEDS? ON DHIA TEST? Y / N Send form and Check to: Marge Kitchen 9721 Mound Prairie Dr, Houston MN SAMPLE TEST? Y / N I grant permission to list my Membership on MDGA s Webpage. Y / N Enclosed is $5.00 to link to my homepage from the MDGA Website Member page. Y / N My homepage 20 URL: Newsletter Deadline: The 15th of the month preceding publication. (e.g. June 15 for July issue). The GGG encourages reader participation. Please forward your calendar of events, articles and stories of interest to the editors. Permission must be obtained for any copyrighted material from the original source and should be included with your submissions. Advertising: Barter Board (classified) are $3.00/25 words. Non Members add 50%. Wanted ads are free to members and will be run for 2 months unless specified. Only purebred and American bucks can be advertised. Block ads: Send photos and copy - ad will be prepared for you. Send a PDF, DOC, GIF, JPG or BMP file and ad will be included as submitted. Send copy to: Anna Severson PO Box 153 Royalton MN gggeditor@gmail.com Checks for ads can be made out to MDGA Size: 1 mo. 3 issues ½ year 1 year ⅛ pg $3.50 $9.00 $15.00 $27.00 ¼ pg $5.00 $13.00 $23.00 $40.00 ½ pg $9.00 $23.00 $40.00 $66.00 Page $13.00 $36.00 $66.00 $ Cover $25, w/half page article $40.00