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Introduction to Beekeeping

• Thursday, March 2, 2017, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Getting your hive off the ground with the North East Beginning Farmers Program

March 2-April 30, 2017, with webinars each Thursday evening from 6:30-8pm

Whether you currently are keeping honey bees, or are considering adding them to your farm, a basic understanding of bee biology, diseases, pests and setting up your colony for success are essential.

An A to Z plan starting with understanding the difference between a drone, queen and nurse bee, siting your apiary, a plan for Varroa mites, and effective winterizing techniques will help ensure your hive(s) make it through the winter so you can harvest honey the following season.

This course, taught by experienced beekeepers and the NYS Honey Bee Extension Associate will give you real-world experiences paired with academic concepts.

This course is geared for those who have plans to start keeping bees within the next 1-3 years, or who have been keeping honey bees for fewer than three years. Disease and pest issues will focus on the Northeast region of the country, though others will find much of the content useful to their locale.

Please note: these Programs are offered via Webinar through NE Beginning Farmers Program. You will need a computer with either speakers or a headset, preferable with a microphone to participate.

Fee

Course fee is $280. Sign up a month in advance to get a $25 discount on each course, plus a $50 total discount off registration for 3 or more courses.

Learn More

http://www.nebeginningfarmers.org/online-courses/all-courses/beekeeing-for-beginners/

Last updated February 6, 2017