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Hello VSBA Members, The Summer 2026 edition of The VSBA Buzz is now available! Inside this issue you'll find: 🐝 Complete details for the 2026 VSBA Fall Conference 📅 Conference schedule and speaker lineup 🏆 Honey Show 🤝 Volunteer opportunities 🎨 Virginia Beekeeping License Plate Design Contest 📢 Updates from the President 🐝 Club news from around the Commonwealth 📚 Educational articles and upcoming events 🎟️ Registration information and much more! Read the newsletter o

The American Beekeeping Federation (ABF) is offering a reward for up to $2,000 to a beekeeper with a practical beekeeping idea that is relevant to other beekeepers. The $2,000 will be split in the case more than one awardee is chosen. We are looking to find one or more individuals that have developed a practical beekeeping practice OR have a practical beekeeping idea that needs funding to be developed. Examples of practical ideas include, but are not limited to: a novel way o

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🌸 Spring Newsletter Now Available! 🐝 Our Spring Newsletter is officially here—and it’s packed with seasonal updates, and resources for beekeepers across Virginia. 📖 How to Read: You can now access it in the format that works best for you: Download the full PDF version Or flip through our interactive digital flipbook Here

We’re excited to officially confirm that Dr. Jamie Ellis will be joining us as our Keynote Speaker for the VSBA Fall Conference – October 17–18, 2026 . And that’s not all… We’ll also be welcoming:✨ Dr. Maggie Couvillon ✨ Kaylee Richardson ✨ Dr. Hollee Freeman This is shaping up to be an incredible weekend of education, collaboration, and real-world beekeeping knowledge from some of the best in the field. And we’re not done yet— more speakers will be announced soon. Stay tun

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Calling All Virginia Beekeeping Clubs & Educators! The Virginia State Beekeepers Association is building a Local Club Resources Library, and we’d love your help! We’re looking to gather and share: PowerPoint presentations Speaker lists & topic ideas Class and workshop curricula Youth & beginner education resources Handouts, activities, and teaching tools The goal? Reduce duplicated effort Strengthen education statewide Help clubs of all sizes access quality programmin

Dear Attendees, Due to the current weather forecast and the increased risk of unsafe travel and event conditions, the HOV Beekeepers Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, March 7 . This decision was made out of an abundance of caution for our attendees, speakers, and vendors. Your safety is our top priority, and we want to ensure the best possible experience for everyone. 🔁 What this means for your registration: All registrations will automatically transfer to the ne

It’s January 2026 — Happy New Year, everyone! 🐝 January also means the Virginia General Assembly is back in session in Richmond. The Session began on January 14 , and new legislation is being introduced daily for the next few weeks. Two bills have already appeared that give beekeepers a real opportunity to remind legislators that we are an essential part of Virginia’s agricultural industry (and why that matters is important). 📜 Bills to Know About SB 155 🔗 https://lis.vi

The Virginia State Beekeepers Association Winter Newsletter is now available! You can read the full Winter Edition online here:👉 https://online.fliphtml5.com/naisg/Green-Modern-Company-Newsletter/ Inside this issue you’ll find seasonal beekeeping insights, association updates, upcoming events, and highlights from our Virginia beekeeping community. Thank you for being part of VSBA and for all you do to support honey bees and beekeepers across the Commonwealth. DOWNLOAD PDF H

We’re excited to introduce the newly seated Board of Directors for the Virginia State Beekeepers Association. This dedicated group of volunteers brings a wealth of experience, fresh ideas, and a deep commitment to supporting Virginia’s beekeepers, honey bees, and pollinators across the Commonwealth. ✨ Our 2025–2027 VSBA Board ✨ President 🐝 Kristine Smith Providing statewide leadership with a focus on education, outreach, and strengthening the future of beekeeping in Virgini

Buzzing Into Fall: VSBA Fall Meeting Brings Beekeepers Together Across Virginia

The Virginia State Beekeepers Association (VSBA) is thrilled to announce its upcoming participation in the Heart of Virginia Conference...