The World and SA Boer Goat National Championships were held from 26 to 29 April in Bloemfontein. Stud breeders from South Africa and around the world competed for the various titles, and a total of 645 goats were entered. The judges were Stephanus Malan, Kobus Lötter and Hein Booysen. Words and photos: Gavin Isted.
The World and SA Reserve Senior Champion Ewe and World and SA Reserve Grand Champion Ewe, with (from left): Mariana Maré (sponsor representative), Haraldo Smith (stud manager, Karsten Boerdery) and Dawid Louw (handler). Owned by Piet Karsten, Karsten Boerdery, Upington.
The World and SA Senior Champion Ram and World and SA Grand Champion Ram ’Maserati‘, with (from left): Lukas and Abraham Burger (owners, Rietfontein, Griekwastad) and Tumi Moalahi (handler).
The World and SA Junior Champion Ram and World and SA Reserve Grand Champion Ram, with (from left): Danie and Johan Strauss (owners, Rietkuil, Philippolis) and Johannes Pretorius (handler).