Description

The University of Minnesota Bee Lab, College of Veterinary Medicine, and local veterinarians are hosting a beekeeping workshop for veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians. A classroom session will be taught by veterinarians on the role of veterinarians in honey bee health. A hands–on session will cover hive handling, how to inspect a honey bee colony for signs of health, and how to monitor for parasitic varroa mites. Participants will receive a kit (pollinators.msu.edu/programs/bees–need–vets/beevetkit.aspx) that they can use to work with beekeeper clients.

This event is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or other circumstances.

Registration is free and snacks and beverages will be provided.

CE credits will be provided for this workshop.

Requirements
- This event is only for licensed veterinarians, currently enrolled veterinary students, and practicing veterinary technicians.
- This event is only for adults (18 years or older).
- All participants are expected to understand that there is a risk of being stung. Participants are allowed to arrive with their own clean veils and/or bee suits. We will have veiled beekeeping jackets (sizes M to XXL) for participants to borrow. We will provide nitrile gloves for all participants. Protection from stings is not guaranteed.
- If you have ever experienced an allergic reaction to an insect sting, you must receive clearance from a medical professional and the program instructor prior to the event.

Accessibility Accommodations

The University of Minnesota is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs, services, and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting the event contact, Katie Lee, two weeks prior to the start of the event. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.

If you have questions about this event contact

Katie Lee, KatieLee@umn.edu

Registration questions

Extension Registration, ext-reg@umn.edu

User Name or Password help

UMN Help Desk, HELP@umn.edu, 612-301-4357; Let them know you are using a guest account for a non-credit course.

Acknowledgements

This work is created in partnership with Michigan State University with funding from the USDA NIFA Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Research and Education Grant program (LNC22–468).