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History
the Bee-ginning
The
objective of the
Alabama Beekeepers Association is:
To assist in checking the spread of honey bee diseases, to spread and
exchange information on experiences, ideas and improved methods of
production and sale of queens, package bees and honey, to inform the public
of the importance and value of honey bees as pollinators of plants and of
honey as food for man and to elevate the business of beekeeping to a place
of eminence in the agricultural industry.
Meetings:
If you are not
receiving the STINGER, Newsletter of the Alabama Beekeepers
Association, you are missing the knowledge base from
over 200 beekeepers in your area. Join now and benefit from your
Association.
Apiary
Inspection Program:
Apiary Inspection
services are provided by the Alabama Department of Agriculture &
Consumer Services (ADA&CS), Plant Industry Division, Plant Protection
Section, Apiary Services. Visit the Apiary
Services web site for details of the services provided, regulations,
and recommendations about beekeeping.
The strength of the beekeeping
industry in Alabama is in large part due to the historical close
cooperation between the ABA beekeepers and the Apiary Inspectors. We
encourage and expect all beekeepers to continue that cooperation by
following any regulations set forth by the Apiary Services as they endeavor
to identify, contain, and eradicate honey bee pests, mitigate beekeeping
industry problems, and train beekeepers to do so as well.
Get acquainted with your
inspectors. Avail yourself of their services. You will be a
better beekeeper for it!
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