Mississippi Beekeepers Annual Conference

Beekeeping Conference · October 10–11, 2026 · Jackson, Mississippi

The Mississippi Beekeepers Association's annual statewide gathering held in the Jackson metro area, bringing together hobbyist and commercial beekeepers from across the Magnolia State. Conference sessions focus on Mississippi's subtropical climate advantages, extended foraging seasons, tallow tree and gallberry honey production, small hive beetle management, and marketing at Mississippi farmers markets and farm stands. Honey competition features Southern wildflower, gallberry, and tallow tree varietals.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: October 10–11, 2026
Location: Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum, 1150 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, Mississippi

Official website: Mississippi Beekeepers Annual 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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