Each year, MSBA presents two special awards to members of our association who make important contributions to beekeeping education, in two different ways. The George Imirie Education Award includes a monetary prize, and goes to beekeeper(s) who have made a contribution to the education of the Maryland apiculture community. The Free State Beekeeper Citizenship award faces into the community around us: it celebrates efforts to education and inform the public about beekeeping, its contributions, and its importance. Monica Schmitt was Read More …

January is a big month for beekeeping conventions, if only because Marylanders cannot do much with the bees themselves for a while. Maryland beekeepers were present at meetings on both sides of the country as delegates, attendees, competitors, networkers, customers, and apiculturists intent on learning what they can to help their bees and grow their understanding and skills. The American Beekeeping Federation (ABF) Conference, including the Apiary Inspectors of America meeting, has been a staple for about 80 years. Maryland Read More …