The Maryland State Beekeeper Association is a non-profit organization, dedicated to the advancement of beekeeping and the improvement of beekeeping skills in Maryland since 1908 . MSBA membership is the perfect compliment to your local club membership , and your next step in advancing your beekeeping Swap tips and tricks with beekeepers from across the state Meet experts from across the country Receive our e-newsletter, the 'Beeline beekeeping news and events Find local Queens for Sale special web page . Become authorized to buy an official Maryland Beekeeping License Plate Choose to post your Local Honey for Sale Choose to post your contact info in our Members Only Online Directory - Members can find each other to bee friends Choose a 'Hassle Free' membership which will automatically renew your membership each year. We hold 3 meetings a year, and they are HUGE . 100's of members come (we have over 800 members !) A variety of renown experts speak on bees and beekeeping, including biology, genetics, CCD, queen rearing, parasites, anatomy, equipment, etc. Panel discussions explore the pros and cons of various beekeeping approaches and methodologies.Researchers present their latest findingsRetail representatives stock booths so you can get a real feel of equipment you've been eyeing in the catalogs. There are also fun drawings for free bee supplies to lucky winners Your MSBA membership dues help support beekeeping in all of Maryland :
Grant Funds for Graduate Students researching honey bees, including queen rearing, bee health, CCD, etc. Maryland Farm Bureau Membership to Support Bee-Friendly Legislation American Bee Federation Membership Support Membership Dues Annual membership is only $20 / 365 days! Renew early - 365 days are added to the end of your membership! You get every day you pay for. Lifetime membership is only $200 Scroll Up 
