The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is accepting nominations for the Lee Heine Good People Award in honor of Lee Heine, a longtime friend and leader in the beekeeping industry who passed away in 2021 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Nominations can be made by and for people or groups nationwide. This award is open to anyone in the United States. The Lee Heine Good People Award is an extremely special award designed to honor individuals or organizations OUTSIDE the beekeeping industry but who has supported or advocated for the beekeeping industry in a unique way.

The WHPA Fall Convention features keynote speakers Scott McArt and Dr. Dewey Caron. Join us Nov. 5-7 at the Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells, WI!

The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is seeking applicants for the position of 2027 Wisconsin Honey Queen. The 2027 Wisconsin Honey Queen will travel the state promoting the honey and beekeeping industry. Applications are due by November 1, 2026. 

Nominations are OPEN for Beekeeper of the Year and other WHPA Awards. Submit your nominations by October 5!

Kids and Bees Expo is coming to Neenah, WI on Saturday, Nov. 8th from 1-3pm!

A Beekeeping Short Course is coming to UW-Madison February 5-6, 2027 for beekeepers interested in growing their beekeeping business. 

The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is proud to announce Emily Skala as the 2026 Wisconsin Honey Queen.

Dan Ziehli Awarded the WI Honey Producers Association’s 2025 Beekeeper of the Year for his significant contributions and active leadership in Wisconsin beekeeping. The Beekeeper of the Year Award stands as a model of good beekeeping husbandry and business dealings and is a respected member of the community.

Youth Award and Service Award Recipients Honored at 2025 Fall Convention.

Don and Cheryl Thill received the 2025 Pioneer Award Рa “lifetime achievement” award. It is given each year to a beekeeper who has shown an unparalleled level of passion and commitment for the WHPA and our industry over the course of their career.

WHPA and DATCP develop a Bee Spill Response Plan in preparation for potential rollover emergencies with semi-loads of bees.

The WHPA supports the WI Pollinator Protection Package introduced to the Wisconsin State Legislature. WHPA members may contact their legislators to encourage them to co-sponsor and pass the Wisconsin Pollinator Protection Protection Package. 

Support the Honey Integrity Act! Please contact your Congressman or Senator!! Real U.S. honey is in jeopardy of becoming overtaken by fake honey that is adulterated with synthetics, syrups, or made in a lab. Make your voice heard!!