North Dakota Beekeepers Association

Welcome to the North Dakota Beekeepers Association

The North Dakota Beekeepers mission is educating both beekeeper and the public about beekeeping. We will work with Legislators, the Public, Agencies and fellow beekeeping groups to advance beekeeping in North Dakota and America.

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2025 NDBA Annual Meeting

The North Dakota Beekeepers Association will hold its 2025 Annual Meeting on October 7 at the Radisson Hotel in Bismarck. The day will feature updates from state and national organizations, research presentations from experts like Dr. Jay Evans and Dr. Rogan Tokash, and discussions on honey promotion, crop grants, and colony health. The event concludes with the NDBA business meeting, officer elections, and planning for future gatherings, with an optional informal session the evening before.

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Annual Meeting in Minot

A great chance to gather with fellow beekeepers, attend educational sessions, and hear from expert speakers—all in a fun, engaging environment.

We Represent Beekeeper Interests

When legislation comes before the N.D. Legislature, the Association stands up for beekeepers. It also works with the USDA and Congressional leaders to advocate for industry-friendly solutions when opportunities or threats arise.

Networking and Community

Connect with local beekeepers, share experiences, and get support from a community that understands your challenges.

Become a Member

Members benefit by attending the Annual Meeting, where invited guests and experts share research findings, describe University activities, Honey Promotion activities and political events. Members benefit from Association representatives attending hearings, and Agricultural events.

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Join the Newsletter

Sign up below to receive the North Dakota Beekeeper Association's quarterly newsletter.

FAQs

The NDBA is a statewide organization that supports and represents beekeepers across North Dakota. We provide education, networking opportunities, and advocacy for both hobbyist and commercial beekeepers.

Anyone interested in beekeeping is welcome - whether you're managing a few backyard hives or thousands of colonies commercially.

You can join by visiting our Membership Page and submitting the application online or by mail. Annual dues support our events, advocacy efforts, and communications.

Members receive access to our annual meeting, quarterly newsletters, industry updates, a listing in our beekeeper directory, and more.

$20/year for non-voting members and $50 for voting members.

Yes. The NDBA maintains active memberships in the American Beekeeping Federation, the American Honey Producers Association, the North Dakota Ag Coalition, and the North Dakota Commodity Council.

Absolutely. North Dakota leads the nation in financial contributions to Project Apis m., supporting honey bee health and research.

You can reach out via our contact page.

The location and date of the Annual Meeting are decided by a vote during our Business Meeting. Members have the opportunity to help determine where we gather next.

We follow the principle stated by Commissioner Goehring: “The label is the law.” North Dakota’s Department of Agriculture is known for being both responsive and responsible when it comes to pesticide regulation and application.

The Association actively monitors potential legislation before it becomes a bill. When needed, we provide input through written statements, video messages, and in-person testimony to advocate for beekeepers across the state.

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If you have any questions, please contact us.