University of Montana Beekeeping Program

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Consisting of rigorous courses at the apprentice, journeyman and master levels, as well as a commercial series and in-person field courses, the University of Montana's Beekeeping Program invites beekeepers of any level to learn more!

🚚🐝 Take your beekeeping beyond the backyard!The University of Montana's online Commercial Pollination course explores po...
10/02/2026

🚚🐝 Take your beekeeping beyond the backyard!

The University of Montana's online Commercial Pollination course explores pollination science, colony management and nutrition, interstate bee transportation, and the business behind one of agriculture's most important industries. Starting November 2nd, join the migratory beekeepers helping keep crops blooming across the country.

Learn more and register today: https://www.umt.edu/bee/commercial/pollination.php

10/02/2026

New Section 301 tariffs and a shifting import map are colliding with a tight domestic crop, setting up a volatile marketing season for U.S. beekeepers ...

Setting the stage for winter survival! September is all about preparation for beekeepers. Nectar flows have slowed or st...
09/23/2026

Setting the stage for winter survival! September is all about preparation for beekeepers. Nectar flows have slowed or stopped, colonies are raising their final rounds of brood, and beekeepers must take steps to ensure their hives are strong enough to survive the coming winter. Here's some things to consider as cooler weather approaches:

Have you monitored and treated for Varroa mites?
- Varroa mites remain a large threat to winter survival. By September, their populations may be at their highest.
Have you evaluated food stores?
- Colonies need adequate honey reserves to survive winter, but nectar availability is dropping fast.
Have you assessed queen quality and brood patterns?
- Your queen’s performance in the fall is critical for producing healthy winter bees.

Interested in learning more? Visit us at https://www.umt.edu/bee/default.php to register for our online beekeeping courses!

09/18/2026

Home sweet hive! After miles of foraging and a day of hard work, there's no place like home. 🐝🏡

Learn more from Instructor Dr. Scott Debnam and the UM Beekeeping Program at https://www.umt.edu/bee/default.php

As autumn approaches, there's no better time to learn a new skill. Join our beginner-friendly online beekeeping course b...
09/09/2026

As autumn approaches, there's no better time to learn a new skill. Join our beginner-friendly online beekeeping course beginning September 14, 2026!

The Apprentice Level serves as the cornerstone of our online beekeeping program. Just as bees build a strong hive from a solid foundation, this course provides the essential knowledge and hands-on concepts every beekeeper should understand before advancing to higher certification levels.

Ready to get started? Learn more and register today: https://www.umt.edu/bee/pathway/apprentice.php

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, beekeepers! Stay safe, enjoy the holiday, and don't forget to stop and appreciate th...
09/05/2026

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend, beekeepers! Stay safe, enjoy the holiday, and don't forget to stop and appreciate the worker bees in YOUR life. 🐝✨

At the University of Montana Beekeeping Program, we care for, monitor, and study honey bee colonies across several locat...
08/28/2026

At the University of Montana Beekeeping Program, we care for, monitor, and study honey bee colonies across several locations! From the Fort Missoula Apiary and the Missoula Butterfly House & Insectarium to the UM Garden and Mount Sentinel, we work to make sure our bees have access to the resources they need to thrive.

Where are your colonies located? How have environmental factors shaped your beekeeping practices? Share with us below! 🐝

We're swarming over to a new hive on Instagram! Don't worry, our Facebook posts aren't going anywhere - you'll be able t...
08/25/2026

We're swarming over to a new hive on Instagram! Don't worry, our Facebook posts aren't going anywhere - you'll be able to stay up to date on both platforms.

Give us a follow and we'll see you over there!
https://www.instagram.com/montanabeekeeping/

08/20/2026

🐝🍯 Today's reminder to savor the sweetness!

Every drop of honey represents countless trips, countless flowers, and the dedicated work of thousands of bees. The next time you stir honey into your tea, drizzle it over breakfast, or add it to a recipe, take a moment to appreciate the hard work behind it.

Learn more from Dr. Scott Debnam and the UM Online Beekeeping Program at www.umt.edu/bee

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