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!

2023 WHPA EVENTS 

WHPA Summer Meeting June 10, 2023 

 DoubleTree by Hilton – Appleton, WI

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Farm Technology Days July 18-20, 2023 

 Badger Steam & Gas Engine Club Grounds – Baraboo, WI

WI State Fair August 3-13, 2023 

 WI State Fair Park – West Allis, WI

WHPA Fall Convention November 2-4, 2023 

 Chula Vista, Wisconsin Dells

 

 

 

Latest News

WHPA Announces The Lee Heine ‘Good People’ Award

WHPA Announces The Lee Heine ‘Good People’ Award

The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is proud to announce a new national award entitled, the Lee Heine ‘Good People’ Award in honor of Lee Heine, a longtime friend and leader in the beekeeping industry who passed away in 2021 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. With Lee’s passing, we lost a significant figure; a friend who not only kept bees, but one who connected with many about bees, honey, and the advancement of the beekeeping industry.
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WHPA Summer Meeting June 10th at DoubleTree Hilton in Appleton

WHPA Summer Meeting June 10th at DoubleTree Hilton in Appleton

The WHPA Summer Meeting will be held Saturday, June 10, 2023 at the DoubleTree Hilton in Appleton, WI. Speakers include Garett Slater from USDA & Purdue University, beekeeping panel Q&A, WI Apiary program updates, WI Honey Queen Kaelyn Sumner and more! Doors open June 10 at 7:45am. Meeting begins at 8:30am.
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UW Short Course Interest Survey

UW Short Course Interest Survey

WHPA would like to hear from Wisconsin beekeepers to see how much interest exists to hold a short in-person beekeeping class in collaboration with UW-Madison Farm Short Courses starting in January 2024.
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2023 Spring District Meetings Announced

2023 Spring District Meetings Announced

WI Honey Producers Association will hold District meetings around the state! Make plans to attend one or all to improve your beekeeping experience, network with other beekeepers, and learn the latest issues in beekeeping!
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2022 Beekeeper of the Year, Stephanie Slater

2022 Beekeeper of the Year, Stephanie Slater

Stephanie Slater was honored as the 2022 Beekeeper of the Year by the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association. Slater champions the honey and beekeeping industry in every aspect of her work with local, state, and national beekeeping organizations.
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2023 WI Honey Queen Crowned

2023 WI Honey Queen Crowned

The Wisconsin Honey Producers Association is proud to announce Kaelyn Sumner of Cecil, Wisconsin was selected as the 2023 Wisconsin Honey Queen.
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2023 WHPA Youth Scholarship Program Accepting Applications

2023 WHPA Youth Scholarship Program Accepting Applications

Now in its 4th year, the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association announces the application period for the Youth Beekeeper Scholarship Program. Selected applicants are 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.  Mentors are needed for the scholarship recipients.
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Caring for Honey Bees 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.
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Join WHPA

We welcome all beekeepers and people interested in beekeeping to join the Wisconsin Honey Producers Association!