Appalachian Beekeeping & Honey Heritage Conference

Beekeeping Conference · March 13–14, 2027 · Boone, North Carolina

Appalachian State University hosts this annual mountain beekeeping conference in Boone, North Carolina, bringing together Appalachian region beekeepers from Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, and the Carolinas. Topics include high-elevation colony management, sourwood honey production, mountain wildflower foraging, and heritage Appalachian beekeeping traditions. Includes guided apiary tours at ASU's research bee yard and local mountain farms.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: March 13–14, 2027
Location: 287 Rivers Street, Boone, North Carolina

Official website: Appalachian Beekeeping & Honey Heritage Conference

What to Expect

Beekeeping conferences bring together researchers, commercial beekeepers, and hobbyists for presentations on colony management, pest control, and industry trends.

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