The Tennessee Master Beekeeper Program is a school for beekeepers. The goal is to improve the knowledge of TN beekeepers about beekeeping. The program is dedicated to all beekeepers in Tennessee. It started as a pilot in 1991 for 55 people from three counties and was expanded in 1992-93 to include testing before and after the course, 10 classroom topics and one field day with hands-on training. An info packet provides 24 publications and outlines for classes. Currently more than 3,000 participants, representing 85+ TN counties have completed the Basic Level.
Basic level is an entry-level program and requires no previous training to enroll or no mandatory "years of beekeeping". Completing this level requires passing a simple written test to objectively assess the skills acquired. Individuals should be familiar with basic knowledge and skills necessary for a beginning beekeeper.
Basic level is an entry-level program and requires no previous training to enroll or no mandatory "years of beekeeping". Completing this level requires passing a simple written test to objectively assess the skills acquired. Individuals should be familiar with basic knowledge and skills necessary for a beginning beekeeper.
TOPICS
Sources of beekeeping info for the BEEginner |
The colony basic bee biology and behavior |
The Bee Hive construction, equipment, tools |
Acquiring bees packages, swarms, queens |
Seasonal management swarm prevention, supering, over-wintering |
Diseases detection, prevenetion, management |
Forage and nutrition |
Processing of hive products honey and wax |
Pollination bee food plants (pollen and nectar) |
Beekeeper responsibilities |
Apiary visit weather permitting |
FUN!!! |
This is a 16-20 hour beekeeping class with two sessions
The cost per person is $100 and is NON-REFUNDABLE
The cost per person is $100 and is NON-REFUNDABLE
Thursday and Friday
August 1-2, 2019 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (both days) Greene County Extension Office 204 N. Cutler Street Greeneville TN 37745 423-798-1710 Online registration only! NO walk-in registrations will be accepted! |