Beekeeping workshop set for Feb. 21 at MSU

Press release

BOZEMAN — A workshop for beginning beekeepers will be held Saturday, Feb. 21, at Montana State University. 

The instructors will explain how to buy bees and equipment, establish a new beehive, maintain hives, prevent pests, and harvest honey and wax. Participants will be able to taste various types of honey from around the world and visit a small trade show. 

Cost of the workshop is $35 per person. For more information about the workshop, or to register, go online to http://plantsciences.montana.edu/mtproducerinfo.html and look for Beekeeping Workshop 2015.  Those who want to attend can register online or send a check.