Beekeeping Conference · November 7–8, 2026 · Raleigh, North Carolina
The North Carolina State Beekeepers Association annual meeting draws hobbyist and commercial beekeepers from across the Tar Heel State. Sessions cover managing hives through humid Piedmont and coastal plain conditions, harvesting sourwood and tulip poplar honey, and tackling small hive beetles and Varroa in a warm climate. Features a honey and beeswax competition plus an equipment swap.
Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: November 7–8, 2026
Location: McKimmon Conference and Training Center, NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina
Official website: North Carolina State Beekeepers Association Annual Meeting
Beekeeping conferences bring together researchers, commercial beekeepers, and hobbyists for presentations on colony management, pest control, and industry trends.
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