United States

Beekeeping in North Carolina

North Carolina runs one of the most active Master Beekeeper certification programs in the South through the NCSBA. Sourwood honey from the Blue Ridge Mountains is considered one of the finest varietal honeys in the United States.

Associations and registries

North Carolina State Beekeepers Association

https://www.ncbeekeepers.org

Buncombe County Beekeepers Club

https://wncbees.org

Western NC / Asheville area

For commercial operators

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New to beekeeping in North Carolina?

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