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BeeMaster Program

The Tennessee Beekeeping Program is an educational beekeeping school.

  • BEEMASTER 2013 BEGINNER CLASS SCHEDULE AND REGISTRATION IS POSTED.

  • The schedule and registion is online at UTIA's eMarketplace.

Details: Hobbiest Beemaster

McMinnville, TN
Caney Fork Electric COOP, 920 Smithville HWY
3/14 6:30-9:30pm; 3/15 9a.m.-5pm; 3/16 9am-5pm.

Memphis, Agricenter International Amphitheatre, 7777 Walnut Grove Rd.
4/11 6:30-9:30pm; 4/12 9am-5pm; 4/13 9am-5pm

Knoxville, UT Ag Campus, Plant Biotech Bldg Rm 156/157
5/6 7pm-9:30pm; 5/7 7pm-9:30pm; 5/9 7-9:30pm; 5/10 7-9:30pm; 5/11 9am-5pm
Registration fee is Non-Refundable


All that is required of you to attend is curiosity, ambition to become a beekeeper and pre-registration.

The Hobbyist Level is an entry level class designed to provide information on how to become and succeed as a beekeeper.

Find out what you need to do to get started in beekeeping.

Learn about different types of equipment.

Build a Frame.

Learn about diseases and pests.

The class also provides an update on pest control and new management strategies.

Learn from other beekeepers.

Spend a day in the apiary with John Skinner for a hands-on experience.

You should bee there!


Disclaimer: thought processes may be required.