American Honey Producers Association

American Honey Producers Association We are a nationwide organization of beekeepers advocating for operations big and small!🐝

We are dedicated to promoting the common interest and general welfare of every American honey producer. From the backyard beekeeper to large commercial beekeeper, whether you run 1 to 2 hives or 80,000 hives, the AHPA pledges to work to improve the future of beekeeping for all! The American Honey Producers Association has a strong reputation of successful performance on many national beekeeping and trade issues. Our members work with all levels of government to help advance the interest and economics of the American Beekeeper. The leadership of the AHPA works diligently to take care of your needs on national and international front lines while you are out in the field working your bees. In the past the AHPA has worked in Washington, DC on the following:

• Farm programs

• Disaster payments

• Chinese anti-dumping

• Pesticide issues

• Funding for the USDA, ARS Bee Research Labs

• Federal extension apiarists

• And other miscellaneous items to help further the profitability of the honey producer.

08/27/2026
07/24/2026

Big, BIG news...

Forced Labor 301 tariffs were announced last night (July 23, 2026). Argentina and India received a 10% tariff, and Vietnam and Brazil got 12.5%. More than 400 products were exempted, but honey was NOT one of them...

You can read on multiple news outlet…

Our official hotel room block is now available for the CSBA + AHPA!Stay in the Tuscany Tower at the Peppermill Resort Sp...
07/24/2026

Our official hotel room block is now available for the CSBA + AHPA!

Stay in the Tuscany Tower at the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino; located directly across from the convention meeting space for just $160/night (plus local taxes & fees). Even better, the resort fee is waived when you book within our room block!

Reserve your room by Friday, October 23, 2026, or before the block fills up.

📅 November 16–19, 2026
📍 Peppermill Resort Spa Casino - Reno, NV
🏨 Book your room & register: https://bit.ly/3SAc3rP
We can't wait to see you in Reno! 🐝

🐝 BIG NEWS 🐝We are thrilled to announce that CSBA and AHPA are joining forces for a JOINT CONVENTION in 2026! 🎉📅 Novembe...
06/30/2026

🐝 BIG NEWS 🐝

We are thrilled to announce that CSBA and AHPA are joining forces for a JOINT CONVENTION in 2026! 🎉

📅 November 16–19, 2026
📍 The Peppermill | Reno, Nevada

This is set to be the LARGEST commercial beekeeper gathering of the decade — and you won't want to miss it! Connect with fellow beekeepers, industry leaders & researchers, exhibitors and the greater beekeeping community all under one roof.

✅ Member registration is NOW OPEN!
👉 Register here: https://aamsi.regfox.com/csbaahpa2026

You'll also find info on the golf tournament, sponsorships, vendor tables, and more on the site.

⚠️ Early Bird Registration ends October 1, 2026 — don't wait!

We can't wait to see you in Reno! Tag a fellow beekeeper who needs to be there! 🍯✨

06/24/2026

Wish the public had a better understanding of the challenges facing today's beekeeping industry?

A recent episode of Beekeeping Today Podcast features an interview with former USDA researcher and author Jennie Durant, discussing her newly released book, "Bitter Honey: Big Ag’s Threat to the Bees and the Fight to Save Them."

The book takes a comprehensive look at the many pressures facing commercial beekeepers, from changing agricultural practices and environmental challenges to the economic realities impacting honey bee health and beekeeping operations across the country.

If you're interested in learning more about the book, this podcast episode offers an excellent introduction to the topics explored in the book and a chance to hear directly from the author herself.

🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0qYwy7LnCo

Have you read "Bitter Honey" yet? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.

The EU is making progress on honey labeling...
06/22/2026

The EU is making progress on honey labeling...

The EU Directive 2024/1438, known as the Breakfast Directive, has come into force. The new legislation introduces stricter rules on honey labelling, particularly regarding the indication of the countries of origin. According to Article 1, the country in which the honey was harvested must be indicate...

A few interesting nutrition sweet bits in your daily honey…
06/10/2026

A few interesting nutrition sweet bits in your daily honey…

See what happens to your body when you eat honey every day, per registered dietitians. The sweetener contains some nutrients, but should be consumed in moderation.

The CSBA + AHPA 2026 Joint Convention is bringing together some of the most respected voices in beekeeping, and we're ex...
06/04/2026

The CSBA + AHPA 2026 Joint Convention is bringing together some of the most respected voices in beekeeping, and we're excited to welcome Maggie Gill, founder of PHIRA-Science and an internationally recognized expert on honey bee health and Tropilaelaps mites.

Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of Tropilaelaps biology, detection, management strategies, and what North American beekeepers can learn from regions on the front lines of this emerging threat. With more than 20 years of beekeeping experience and a career dedicated to bridging the gap between research and practical application, Maggie's work is helping shape global preparedness for one of the most significant threats to honey bee health.

📍 Peppermill Resort Spa Casino | Reno, Nevada
📅 November 16-19, 2026

More convention details, session information, and the full schedule will be announced soon. Stay tuned!

This week, AHPA Executive Board members had a series of meetings on Federal Hill and they also had the opportunity to de...
05/14/2026

This week, AHPA Executive Board members had a series of meetings on Federal Hill and they also had the opportunity to deliver personalized Presidential hive tool during a visit to the new White House bee hive. Thanks to .honey.co and Slap and Burn Creations LLC

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