Protecting the honey producing industry in Wisconsin

Improving marketing for Wisconsin honey and bee products

Supporting educational programs and promoting awareness

Providing resources for Wisconsin's beekeeper community

Whether you’re a beekeeper, thinking of becoming one, looking to buy local honey,
or just curious about the importance of bees in our ecosystem, the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is here for you!

2020 WHPA EVENTS

CANCELLED – WHPA FALL CONVENTION – NOV. 6-7, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the WHPA Fall Convention scheduled for November 6-7, 2020 at Chula Vista Resort, Wisconsin Dells has been CANCELLED!!

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2020 WHPA Beekeeper of the Year, Keith Penney

After retiring as vice president of Manufacturing for the Waupaca Foundry, Keith Penney took up beekeeping. He would agree that it has changed his life for the better as he discovered a love for bees and mentoring. Penney’s work in the WHPA has been as a contributor...

Bill & Susan Palmer Receive Pioneer Award

Bill and Susan have hearts of gold – honey gold! The Palmers have been members of WHPA since 1993. According to the Palmers, “When we moved from the city to a rural area, one of the first things we did was plant fruit trees. We patiently waited 3 years for fruit, but...

WHPA 2021 Youth Beekeeper Scholarship Program Seeks Applicants

The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is accepting applications for its 2021 Youth Beekeeper Scholarship Program. Selected applicants will be awarded a 2-year scholarship that will include a complete 10-frame hive kit, equipment, and a 3lb. package or a nucleus colony of live honey bees.

WISCONSIN HONEY QUEEN PROGRAM ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

GREENFIELD, WIS., September 14, 2020 – The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is seeking applicants for the position of 2021 Wisconsin Honey Queen. The 2021 Wisconsin Honey Queen will travel the state promoting the honey and beekeeping industries. The Queen will...

Caring for Honey Bees in the Time of COVID-19

The University of Minnesota's Apiculture Extension Educator Katie Lee breaks down best practices when beekeeping in the time of COVID-19.

COVID-19 Resources for Agricultural Operations

The COVID-19 Toolkit lists resources provided by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) for agricultural organizations as they prepare for potential impacts of COVID-19 on their business operations.

WHPA Welcomes New District Chairs

WHPA welcomes Chris Hansen and Missy Moore to the Northeastern and Central Districts where they will each serve as District Chair respectively.

Best Management Practices for Mite Control in WI

WHPA issues a Best Management Practices for Varroa mite control in Wisconsin. Beekeepers from hobbyist to commercial scale are challenged by controlling Varroa mite infestations in their colonies. This document is intended to educate Wisconsin beekeepers on factors to be considered when choosing methods to control mites as well as give a brief biological sketch of the mite.

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