Welcome to Goat Expo 2026

The Goat Expo: Vision and Impact

The Goat Expo is a premier event that unites goat enthusiasts and breeders from all facets of the industry—fiber, meat, and dairy. Our vision is to create a vibrant community where individuals can discover, learn, and engage with the latest advancements in goat farming, breeding, and technology. We aim to celebrate the unique benefits of raising goats while inspiring sustainable, ethical, and profitable farming practices.

Economic Impact:
The Goat Expo significantly benefits Sedalia and the state of Missouri by attracting visitors, vendors, and exhibitors from across the country. This influx of participants boosts local businesses, hotels, and restaurants, while also generating revenue for the Missouri State Fair Foundation. By supporting the foundation, we contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the Missouri State Fairgrounds, ensuring they remain a hub for agricultural education and community events.

Supporting the Goat Industry:
The Goat Expo is more than just an event—it’s a movement to uplift the goat industry. We provide a platform for innovation, education, and collaboration, helping breeders and farmers improve their practices and profitability. Through seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities, we empower individuals to share knowledge, adopt new technologies, and explore diverse markets for goat products.

Giving Back:
We are committed to helping others and strengthening the goat industry as a whole. By fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, we encourage participation from all backgrounds and experience levels. Whether you’re a seasoned breeder, a hobbyist, or new to goat farming, the Goat Expo offers something for everyone.

2026

Schedule coming soon:

Event dates: May 26th (arrival)

May 27th-30th: Camps, Fitting and Selection Clinics, Meat Goat, Breed, and Dairy Shows, Shows, Lincoln College Course, Vendors, Youth Activities, Fiber Classes, and so much more. You won’t want to miss the fun!

Enter Now: Enter Market and Dairy Youth Goat Camps

An Educational Experience That Goes Beyond the Show Ring

Youth Goat Camps at the Missouri State Fairgrounds offer more than hands-on livestock learning—they provide meaningful education that builds responsibility, global awareness, and confidence.

Campers will meet ADGA Judge Daniel Laney, who will share his work through the Worldwide Goat Project in Nepal, explaining how goat husbandry education improves nutrition, income, and opportunity for families around the world. Youth will learn how proper care, structure, and selection of goats can have real-life impact—both locally and internationally.

Each child will also receive a hand-crafted goat made by women in Nepal, helping support artisans and reinforce the importance of service through agriculture.

On Thursday, May 28, youth and breeders may attend Daniel’s educational class, “Selection of Correct Type: Form and Function,” which focuses on understanding dairy goat structure and long-term functionality.

Youth Goat Camps are designed to educate, inspire, and connect young exhibitors to a larger agricultural community—one rooted in learning, compassion, and responsibility.

Arrival: May 26th after 2:00 pm. Camp begins Wednesday Morning 8:30 am sign in. Wednesday and Thursday are learning days with alot of fun activities. Friday is the final Showmanship and awards. Bring your show supplies and get ready to be busy.

Each youth entered will receive a ticket for a drawing for a fitting stand and show supplies donated by Goat Expo.

Questions: info@goatexpo.com We are looking forward to seeing all the smiling faces in May!