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Beekeeping for Beginning and Small-Scale Farmers


  • Maricopa County Cooperative Extension & People's Demo Farm 4341 East Broadway Road Phoenix, AZ 85040 (map)

Beekeeping for Beginning and Small-Scale Farmers provides a hands-on, practical learning experience for small farmers, entrepreneurs and others interested in honey production and pollination.

Through a combination of lectures, hands-on workshops and field days, participants will learn fundamental and practical beekeeping and business skills.

Who Should Take This Course?

This program is designed for current and aspiring:

  • Urban farmers

  • Community garden organizers

  • Small and beginning farmers

  • Master gardeners

  • Market gardeners

  • Homesteaders

  • Entrepreneurs interested in honey production and pollination

No prior beekeeping experience is necessary. Beginning and experienced beekeepers who wish to expand their knowledge and skills are welcome.

Earlier Event: January 17
January Urban Ag Hour