Beekeeping Basics Workshop 2026
Have you started as a beekeeper or thinking about it? Then this workshop is for you! Learn all you need to be a good Beekeeper!
The Western Honey Bee is extremely important to the environment and agriculture. Honey bees pollinate approximately 85% of all crops in Florida. Join us and learn the basics for your new apiary adventure!
This workshop will teach you about:
- Beekeeping Laws and Regulations in Florida
- Common Beekeeping Tools
- The Biology and Common Diseases
- How to start as a beekeeper
- Live demonstrations
- And more
Instructors:
- Luis O. Rodriguez, UF/IFAS Extension, Polk County.
- Jonael Bosques, UF/IFAS Extension, Hardee County.
Note:
- Please wear closed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves for the workshop.
- Lunch will be included.
For more information please contact the organizer at:
863-519-1049 or lrodriguezrosado@ufl.edu
The University of Florida is an Equal-Opportunity Institution
Have you started as a beekeeper or thinking about it? Then this workshop is for you! Learn all you need to be a good Beekeeper!
The Western Honey Bee is extremely important to the environment and agriculture. Honey bees pollinate approximately 85% of all crops in Florida. Join us and learn the basics for your new apiary adventure!
This workshop will teach you about:
- Beekeeping Laws and Regulations in Florida
- Common Beekeeping Tools
- The Biology and Common Diseases
- How to start as a beekeeper
- Live demonstrations
- And more
Instructors:
- Luis O. Rodriguez, UF/IFAS Extension, Polk County.
- Jonael Bosques, UF/IFAS Extension, Hardee County.
Note:
- Please wear closed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves for the workshop.
- Lunch will be included.
For more information please contact the organizer at:
863-519-1049 or lrodriguezrosado@ufl.edu
The University of Florida is an Equal-Opportunity Institution
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Highlights
- 5 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
UF/IFAS Polk County Extension Service
1702 S. Holland Pkwy
Bartow, FL 33830
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Welcome and Introduction
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Beekeeping Laws and Regulations
Learn about the laws and regulations for keeping honey bees in Florida.
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Honey Bee Biology and Behavior
Learn about the types of bees inside a hive and basic behaviors of honey bees important for beekeepers