Whether you're a beekeeper, bee enthusiast or just curious, the MHBA has plenty to offer.

Our community seeks to encourage sound beekeeping practices in the Upper Midwest. Learn more about us and our commitment to educate others about the practice of beekeeping and its benefits.

Join our online community of nearly 500 members to exchange knowledge and experience.

Want to become a beekeeper?
Beekeeper

Now is an excellent time to sign up for a class. Learn now and start beekeeping this spring.

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How you can help honey bees
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  • Eliminate garden pesticides
  • Plant flowers that bees like
  • Provide bee habitat
  • Let garden vegetables flower
  • Support local beekeepers
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If you see a swarm of bees
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Don’t panic. Call 651-436-7915. Swarming honey bees do not want to hurt you. They’re just on their way to a new home. If you think they are honey bees, we can help.

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Youth Beekeeper Scholarship
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The scholarship is an excellent way to introduce beekeeping to an interested young person between the ages of 12 and 17.

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Upcoming Events

Hive Demo

April 11, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Join us for our first hive demo of the season! You must wear protective clothing.  Meet at the UMN Bee Lab Demonstration Hives.

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MHBA Member Meeting

April 11, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
1991 Upper Buford Cir
St. Paul, MN 55108

Join us as Vera Krischik informs us on neonicotinoid research and mosquito abatement around pollinators.   Zoom link in newsletter.

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MHBA Hive Demo

May 9, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Join us for May splits! An important demo for new beekeepers and a great refresher for everyone else.

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MHBA Member Meeting

May 9, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
1991 Upper Buford Cir
St. Paul, MN 55108

Join us for our May pizza party!

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MHBA Hive Demo

June 13, 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm

Join us at the U of MN Demo hives as we further our beekeeping skills.

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MHBA Member Meeting

June 13, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Join us as we learn more about drones and their role within the hive. Garrett Slater presenter. Zoom link in newsletter

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