UF IFAS Spring Bee College 2026

Beekeeping Conference · March 20–21, 2026 · Gainesville, Florida

UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory hosted Spring Bee College 2026 in Gainesville, with beekeeping classes, hive demos, queen rearing, honey extraction, honey show sessions, and applied honey bee education.

Event Details

Type: Beekeeping Conference
Date: March 20–21, 2026
Location: UF Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory / Steinmetz Hall, 1881 Natural Area Drive, Gainesville, Florida

Official website: UF IFAS Spring Bee College 2026

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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