MBA Monthly Meetings

Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month. Unless indicated, all meetings are hybrid (in person and via Zoom).

Renowned Beekeepers Buzz with Insights at MBA Meetings

This year's MBA meetings brought together an esteemed list of speakers, captivating the audience with their expertise in beekeeping. Among the renowned figures who graced the monthly MBA meetings were Stewart Spinks, a well-known British beekeeper and podcaster, whose insights into hive management and sustainability left attendees inspired in our April meeting. In March we hosted Dave Priebe, NH State Apiarist, who shared his extensive knowledge on honeybee health and disease prevention. In May, Troy Hall of Hall Apiaries, a distinguished queen breeder, provided valuable insights on the intricate art of bee genetics and breeding practices. Their wisdom and passion for bees left a lasting impact on the attendees, further highlighting the importance of sustainable beekeeping practices in today's world.

MBA's June Meeting Brainstorming Session to Enhance Member Resources

The topic will be revisited in future meetings to jointly define a way forward.

Meetings 2023

February 2023
Welcome Back! Plans for 2023
July 2023
Mead Tasting Social (in person)
March 2023
Speaker: Dave Priebe, NH State Apiarist. Topic: Brood diseases and AFB vaccine
April 2023
Speaker: Stewart Spinks, The Norfolk Honey Company. Topic: My Beekeeping Year - A British Beekeeper's Perspective
August 2023
Topic: Building a Better MBA Part 2 ** This meeting will be on the SECOND Thursday of the month **
September 2023
Topic: Reports from EAS MBA Officer Nominations
May 2023
Speaker: Troy Hall, Hall Apiaries. Topic: Selecting and Maintaining VSH Stock and Traits
October 2023
MBA Officer Elections Tentative: Potluck Social (in person)
June 2023
Topic: Building a Better MBA
November 2023
Speaker: Dr. Deborah Delaney, Associate Professor of Apiculture, University of Delaware Topic: Honeybee Genetics

Meetings 2022

November 2022
Speaker: Mike Palmer, "The Setup, Use and Management of Brood Factories"
August 2022
EAS Attendees
October 2022
Potluck Supper and Planning for 2023. Officer Elections
July 2022
Mead Tasting party at Nye Hill Farm
September 2022
Speaker: Dan Conlon, Warm Colors Apiary, "Getting to Know Russian Bees"
June 2022
Speaker: Rick Church, Summer Splits and Winter Bees