Beekeeping Essay Contest for 2024

This annual essay competition gives enrolled 4-H’ers an opportunity to showcase their understanding of  the amazing honey bee, beekeeping, and products of the beehive.

This year’s topic is Varietal Honeys. What makes a varietal honey? What are some unique varietals? How are some of the valuable varietals confirmed to be authentic (e.g., Manuka honey UMF and MGO)? What are some culturally or economically important varietals and why are they important?

Learn more about the competition and prize opportunities at

Grow For It  - Beekeeping Essay Contest

The deadline for submitting your essay is noon on April 22, 2024.