For 175 years, the Royal Agricultural Society has hosted the Royal Agricultural Show, an outstanding showcase of the best commercial and stud goats from KwaZulu-Natal and beyond.

The country’s top goat breeders travel to the Show from across South Africa, and we greatly appreciate their efforts.

Stud goat competitions

Each year, the Royal Agricultural Society proudly hosts breed championships for esteemed goat breeds including Boer goats, Savanna goats, and Kalahari Reds.

These competitions are meticulously organised in collaboration with the respective provincial and national breed societies, ensuring impartiality through judges appointed by each society.

At the pinnacle of every Royal Agricultural Show, the triumphant champions from these breed-specific contests advance to the prestigious Interbreed Championships. Here, they vie for the revered Royal Agricultural Society Gold Cup Awards and the ultimate accolade of Supreme Champion—a testament to excellence in stud goat breeding.

RAS Supreme Champions are determined through an exacting evaluation process, conducted by South Africa's most seasoned and esteemed judges, whose expertise upholds the highest standards of integrity and discernment.

Securing a Gold Cup Award not only elevates the prestige of the winning breeders and their exemplary animals but also bestows enduring recognition within the industry.

This distinguished honour significantly enhances opportunities for sales of rams, ewes, semen, and embryos, particularly during the subsequent winter sale season and well into the future, fostering lasting success and legacy in the world of stud goats.

To enter, please download and complete the entry form below, and to make further enquiries, please contact:

Emmie Barnard (Sheep and Goat Secretary)
082 770 7998

The closing date for entries is 1 April 2026.

2026 Goat Entry Form

Download the 2026 Sheep and Goat Programme here.

Enquiries:
Emmie Barnard
(082 770 7998)
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