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MSBA Fall Conference and Honey Show 2026
DESCRIPTION:Your Beekeeping Brain Boost\n25+ Power-Packed Sessions in One Day\n \nClick here to download the entire schedule when released\n \nJoin us Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the University Plaza Hotel, 333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806 for the MSBA Fall Conference and Honey Show—a full day packed with expert talks, hands-on sessions, and community connections.\nArrive early and unwind at our Friday Night Social on October 16th at 6:00 pm in the Vendor area.\n \nEvent Highlights\n \nKeynote Speaker\nDr. James Tew\nOther Featured Speakers\nCharles Linder\nEugene Makovec\nKent Williams\nMember Speakers     \nVal Nichols\nWith more to be added once confirmed\n \nFour simultaneous educational tracks of classes\nAttendees can choose from a wide range of topics. Sessions will cover essential subjects such as:\nAll Day Beginning Beekeeping track\nAnd many more specialized topics (see the full schedule link above)\nVendor Hall\nOne of the tracks will be dedicated to vendor presentations, offering insights into new products and exclusive deals on beekeeping equipment. This is a great opportunity to explore the latest innovations and stock up on supplies.\nClick here to see the list of vendors and their specials\n \nSecond Annual MSBA Honey Show\nThe MSBA Honey Show returns for its second year, inviting beekeepers of all experience levels to exhibit the quality and craftsmanship of their hive products. Sanctioned by the American Honey Judges Association, entries will be judged using nationally recognized standards.\nWhether you’re entering extracted honey, comb honey, beeswax, candles, mead, photography, or other hive-related products, the Honey Show offers a fun, educational experience and the opportunity to receive valuable feedback from certified judges.\nEven if you’re not entering, be sure to stop by and admire the outstanding exhibits celebrating the best of Missouri beekeeping.\nClick here to view and download the official Honey Show rules\nClick here to view and download the entry form and affidavit \n \nOutstanding Value in Bee Education\nAt MSBA, we believe high-quality beekeeping education should be accessible to everyone in Missouri. That’s why we’ve kept our Fall Conference registration affordable—just $75 for members, $90 for non-members, and only $15 for youth under 18. This all-inclusive fee grants you access to expert-led sessions, early vendor access, and—if you register early—lunch and snacks are on us.\nWhether you’re managing dozens of colonies or just getting started in beekeeping, this event delivers exceptional educational value, expert insights, and direct access to the latest tools, techniques, and industry trends. The Missouri State Beekeepers Association Fall Conference offers a full day of learning, networking, and inspiration for beekeepers of all experience levels.\nWe hope to see you at the University Plaza Hotel in Springfield, MO on Oct 17th.\n \nRegister Here\n \n*Schedule is subject to change, come back to this page for updates as we are able to post them\n URL:https://www.mobees.org/events/beeconf2026/ CATEGORIES:Conferences LOCATION:333 S John Q Hammons Pkwy, Springfield, MO 65806 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://i0.wp.com/www.mobees.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Fall-Conf-2026-Facebook-Cover-2.png?fit=851%2C315&ssl=1 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR