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We're heading to Nationals to spotlight the animals consigned to the spotlight sale!

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After being declared dead last fall, the ADGA Spotlight Sale is back and it's rising with style! This week, we're joined by Joseph Larson co-char of the Spotlight Sale committee and breeder of one of this year's featured bucks, a Toggenburg named Michael Scott? We dive into what led to the sale's cancellation in 2024, how the committee brought it back to 2025 and what changes breeders can expect this year, We then dive into what makes Michael Scott so special and why he'll make any Togg breeder dig into their pockets looking for big bills to spend.

ADGA Spotlight Sale

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This ones for the robots! We're wrapping up Dairy Goat Awareness Week by featuring the listeners and robocop, of course

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This Dairy Goat Awareness Week special episode is all about making goats accessible and how DaNelle does it! How does she educate the masses, how hard has she been bitten by the show bug and is she ready to retire from YouTube? Listen in to find out!

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This episode is an AMA full of questions submitted by our listeners, did your special question got the answer you expected?

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In this episode we're joined by Dr. Kirt Schnipke for a deep dive into the tough decisions that shape a successful breeding program. Kirt shares his approach to selecting promising kids, knowing when to refresh your does lines, and how to evaluate bucks with a critical eye. We talk about the emotional side of culling, why moving on from even good animals can be necessary, and how sending quality stock to new herds can strengthen the breed overall. Whether you're making cuts or keeping with conviction this episode is all about making meaningful choices that move your herd forward.

Ober-Boerd Dairy Goats

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It's Dairy Goat Awareness Week and we're putting the future in focus. This special episode, Jon and Danielle sit down with ADGA Youth Representative Belle Duong to talk about what it means to be a young leader in the dairy goat world. Belle shares her journey in the industry, how youth programs are shaping the next generation of breeders, and what she's doing to promote dairy goats.

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In this week's episode of Ringside, we're diving deep into the feed scoop... literally! While Jon and Danielle may not raise Nigerians themselves, they knew just who to call for expert insight, Beth Williams of Tucker Farm- Moon Station Nigerian Dwarf Goats. As one of the top breeders in the country, Beth joins us to break down how to feed Nigerian Dwarfs for peak performance in the milk pail and show ring. From prepping for that first local show to maintaining that champion bloom all season long, we're talking nutrition strategies, conditioning tips and the feeding mistakes you'll want to avoid. Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just getting started this episode is filled with practical advice to help your goats shine in the spotlight.

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