Winter Beekeeping Conference

The 2025 Winter Beekeeping Conference, hosted by the Nebraska Beekeepers Association, will be held on January 25, 2025, at the Raising Nebraska Building in Grand Island, Nebraska. This event marks the 126th year of the association, offering a unique opportunity for beekeepers and enthusiasts alike to learn from renowned experts in the field. Featured speakers include Tom Repas, a celebrated queen breeder and award-winning mead maker; Randy Oliver, a commercial beekeeper and the mind behind scientificbeekeeping.com, who will join virtually; and Natalee Summers, an award-winning youth beekeeper and inspirational speaker. Attendees can look forward to sessions covering queen breeding, best management practices, colony health, and winter survival techniques, as well as engaging presentations on mead making and live judging. This conference promises valuable insights for beekeepers of all experience levels.