Beekeepers
Resources
For information on the programs offered by this organization and how to join, contact
7100 Connecticut Ave.
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Tel: (301) 961-2800
https://www.4-h.org
For career information and statistics on beekeeping, contact
2625 N. Loop Dr., Suite 2430, Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011
Tel: (866) 277-5567
https://www.agmrc.org
The American Beekeeping Federation acts on behalf of the beekeeping industry on issues affecting the interests and the economic viability of the various sectors of the industry. The organization offers beginning beekeeping information, including a Beginning Beekeeping Toolkit, and provides links to local bee clubs. For more information, contact
3525 Piedmont Road, Building 5, Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30305-1578
Tel: (404) 760-2875
Email: info@abfnet.org
https://www.abfnet.org
The Back Yard Beekeepers Association is a national club that provides their membership with interesting and practical information about the "how-to's" of beekeeping. The club also provides the general public with educational programs about honeybees and the benefits of beekeeping in the community. Visit its Web site to locate a club near you.
For more information, contact
6060 FFA Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46268-0960
Tel: (888) 332-2668
https://www.ffa.org
The National Honey Board serves the honey industry by increasing demand for honey and honey products. Check out its Web site for information on the industry.
PO Box 2189
Longmont, CO 80502
Tel: (303) 776-2337
Email: honey@nhb.org
https://www.honey.com