Beekeeping Resources

Beekeeping Regulations

Beekeeping is an agricultural practice and is regulated at the state and local levels. DCBA recommends familiarity with your local laws.

Denton City Ordinance

TAIS Texas Apiary Law

 

Selling Honey in Texas

Honey is an agricultural product and is regulated at the state level. DCBA recommends familiarity with your local laws.

Selling Honey in Texas

Senate Bill 1766

TAIS General Information

 

 

Educational Books

Information is the beekeeper’s best tool. There are a handful of truly great resources on beekeeping written by well-respected authors. DCBA recommends these books.

  • Swarm Essentials by Stephen J. Repasky

  • Natural Beekeeping by Ross Conrad

  • Top-Bar Beekeeping by Les Crowder

  • The Beekeepers Handbook by Diana Sammataro

DCBA has a library of books available to all members. Become a member to gain access.

 

Training Classes

Need practical, hands-on experience in beekeeping? Become more educated by taking a training class with a pro. DCBA recommends these trainers.

DCBA members have many more opportunities for training with fellow members. Become a member to take advantage of them.