Check out Baltimore’s Beeky Geek
Charles DeBarber of Baltimore is a whiz with antique gear, and has tips for you! Read More …
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Tips for Buying Bees
Purchasing a nucleus colony is an investment. The questions below are designed for purchasers of nucleus (nuc) colonies to ask of sellers so the buyer can better understand the history, health, and makeup of the nucleus colonies they intend to purchase. The more information the buyer has about the nuc they intend to purchase, the better they will be able to plan to receive the colony and manage it. Questions to ask of sellers of nucleus colonies prior to arranging Read More …
About MSBA Elections 2024
MSBA will be choosing new leaders this November. Here’s what you need to know! Read More …
MSBA Thanks Donors!
MSBA members are generous. Thank you, and here’s an update! Read More …
Zac Lamas and Nano Colonies: Exciting New Tool and a Video, too!
Zac Lamas talked about Nano Colonies to DC in April. Watch the video and get inspired!
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About MSBA Elections 2020
MSBA Elections: What You Are Voting For Each year MSBA asks members to vote for officers: do you know what you are voting for? Your state beekeeping club collects your dues and oversees tens of thousands of dollars in resources in pursuit of this non-profit organization’s mission: “to promote scientific and practical bee culture, promote the use of honey and other bee products, and to secure such legislation as is necessary to protect and further the beekeeping industry and to Read More …
Special Section: Maryland Has Class(es)!
Maryland beekeeping associations are continuing their educational mission, each in its own way and with ideas to offer us all. Read More …
Created Critters with Wings: a beautiful new book from beekeeper Ben Cooper
Western MD beekeeper has a beautiful new book, “Created Critters With Wings!” Read More …
BUMBA is Zooming Again in Prince Georges County
BUMBA is mixing Zoom, recorded and live sessions for its 2021 class. Read More …
Association of Southern MD Beekeepers Teaching at College of Southern Maryland Online
The Association of Southern Maryland Beekeepers is partnering with the online arm of the College of Southern Maryland (which is also a Bee Campus USA!) to offer its beginning beekeeping course this year. Designed for those interested in getting started in beekeeping. Subject material including basic honey bee biology and behavior, beekeeping equipment, pests, hive inspection and seasonal management will all be covered. The overall goal is to provide information that will allow you to learn from your bees as Read More …