If you think you might like to try beekeeping but have questions such as:

"How much does it cost to get started?"

“Do I have to live in the country to keep bees?”, or

“How much honey will a hive of bees produce?”

then download the KDA brochure entitled:

"Beekeeping in Kentucky”

This brochure is designed to help those interested in beekeeping decide if it is something they would like to pursue. It also lists equipment that you will need to get started.

For those more seriously committed to getting started at beekeeping here are some helpful links:

List of KY Beekeeping Associations

List of Beekeeping Equipment Suppliers

For more tips on getting started as a beekeeper, see the article from the December 2005 issue of THE BUZZ! titled: 

For those about to become beekeepers, tips on getting started!

Dr. Tom Webster, our KY Apiculture Extension Specialist at KY State University, has written a very excellent manual for beginner beekeepers. You can download this manual here:

KENTUCKY BEEKEEPING - A guide for beginners

AND WATCH THE MAIN STATE APIARIST'S HOMEPAGE FOR UPCOMING BEEKEEPING CLASSES, SCHOOLS, AND OTHER BEEKEEPING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES!

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