Beekeeping Conference · February 6–7, 2027 · Tucson, Arizona
University of Arizona and Arizona Cooperative Extension host this regional beekeeping conference focused on the unique challenges and opportunities of desert beekeeping in the Sonoran and Chihuahuan Desert biomes. Topics include Africanized honey bee management, drought forage planning, desert wildflower bloom cycles, and small-scale urban apiaries. Hands-on workshops at the UA Honey Bee Research Center.
Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: February 6–7, 2027
Location: 1140 E South Campus Drive, Tucson, Arizona
Official website: Desert Southwest Beekeeping Conference
Beekeeping conferences bring together researchers, commercial beekeepers, and hobbyists for presentations on colony management, pest control, and industry trends.
Discover 210+ honey varieties before attending, or learn how to read honey labels to make informed purchases. Explore our Arizona Honey Sourcing Guide for local variety recommendations.
Explore our guide to local honey in Tucson for nearby beekeepers, farmers markets, and regional varieties.
Find local honey sources near the event, explore the best honey for your needs, or take our honey personality quiz to find your perfect variety.
Browse all upcoming honey events across the country.