World and SA Kalahari Red Goat National Championships

The World and SA Kalahari Red Goat National Championships were held from 26 to 29 April in Bloemfontein. Ten stud breeders competed for the various titles, with a total entry of 107 rams and 166 ewes. The judges were Joubert Fourie, Albert van Zyl and Johann Maritz. Words and photos: Gavin Isted.

TOP: The World and SA Senior Champion Ewe and World and SA Grand Champion Ewe, with (from left): Annabel Kleynhans (owner‘s grandchild), Amor Kleynhans (owner‘s wife), Josef Kleynhans (owner, Fourieskloof, Ellisras), Petros Masen (handler) and Lisa Kleynhans (owner‘s grandchild).

ABOVE: World and SA Reserve Senior Champion Ewe and World and SA Reserve Grand Champion Ewe, with (from left): Anton and Rickus Bothma (owners, Marinaspruit, Vivo), Daton Mpakhati (handler) and Mariana Maré (sponsor representative).