About the Macon County Beekeepers Association

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Promoting better methods and best practices of beekeeping among beekeepers of Macon County, North Carolina, and the nation.  Working to better the beeping industry.

Founded in 1980, the Macon County Beekeepers Association has guided new and established beekeepers in best practices for over forty years. We have a volunteer team of experienced beekeepers who are passionate about their work and committed to sharing information with those new to beekeeping for successful hive and colony health.  Members engage in community projects including mentoring 4-H youth in beginning beekeeping.

We meet the first Thursday of every month from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the Macon County Extension Office, 193 Thomas Heights Road, Franklin. NC, 28734. Dues are $10 per year per family. Our Annual Beekeeping 101 class is held in February and March.

We are a proud chapter of the North Carolina State Beekeepers Association.  The NCSBA is the foundation of beekeeping in North Carolina, reinforced with the cooperative efforts of the North Carolina State University Entomology Extension Apiary Program and the NCDA&CS Plant Industry Division Apiary Services. With 4000+ members statewide and beyond our borders, the NCSBA is the largest and one of the most active state beekeeping organizations in the country,

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Nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Macon County is one of the fastest growing counties in Western North Carolina.  Through careful planning, the county remains committed to preserving its natural resources and offering abundant opportunities for agricultural production.  Our honeybees produce superior wildflower and sourwood honey each year due to this commitment.