South Dakota Beekeepers Association Fall Conference

Beekeeping Conference · October 8–9, 2027 · Rapid City, South Dakota

The South Dakota Beekeepers Association's fall conference in Rapid City brings together Black Hills and Great Plains honey producers for sessions on prairie wildflower and alfalfa honey production, winter cluster management in continental climates, and honey marketing. The Black Hills backdrop provides an ideal setting for tours of local hive operations producing sweet clover, sunflower, and native wildflower honeys.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: October 8–9, 2027
Location: Rapid City Civic Center, 444 Mount Rushmore Rd N, Rapid City, South Dakota

Official website: South Dakota Beekeepers Association Fall 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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