ATTRA is the national sustainable agriculture information service operated by the National Center
for Appropriate Technology, through a grant from the Rural Business-Cooperative Service, U.
S.
Department of Agriculture.
These organizations do not...
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ATTRA is the national sustainable agriculture information service operated by the National Center
for Appropriate Technology, through a grant from the Rural Business-Cooperative Service, U.
S.
Department of Agriculture.
These organizations do not recommend or endorse products, companies,
or individuals.
NCAT has offices in Fayetteville, Arkansas (P.
O.
Box 3657, Fayetteville, AR 72702),
Butte, Montana, and Davis, California.
By Lance Gegner, NCAT Agriculture Specialist
April 2003
OTHER LIVESTOCK TOPIC
Beekeeping/
Apiculture
Abstract: This publication discusses various aspects of beekeeping or apiculture, including state inspection
programs, beginning basics, income sources and budgets, insurance, Africanized bees, organic certification, and
various bee pests and diseases.
Information on educational and training opportunities and further resources are
also discussed.
Introduction
This publication is intended as a guide for anyone interested in beginning or expanding a beekeeping
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