Here is the almost finalized schedule for the IHPA Annual Conference and Trade Show October 24-25 at the Prairie Meadows Conference Center and Resort. We have plenty of room for everyone so sign up and enjoy learning from the best beekeepers in the world. [www.iowahoneyproducers.org](www.iowahoneyproducers.org) You do not need to be a member of IHPA to attend buy you save $$ if you fork out the $30 for membership and get so much more. All national speakers speak twice along with a large panel question and answer session Friday afternoon.
Friday October 24
9:00AM-12:00PM
Iowa Department of Ag Weights and Measures Scale Certification Available
Toxic Chemistry in our Colonies
**Bob Binne**
9:00-9:45 AM
Local Ingredients as Differentiators
**Beth Romar**
9:00-9:45 AM
Working with legislators to get effective solutions
**Chris Puetz**
10:15-11:15 AM
The Iowa Beekeeper Tech Team? How a State-funded Program could help Iowa Beekeepers
**Scott McArt**
10:15-11:00 AM
Is my small business/ hobby covered? Liability Insurance Explained
**Joe Beelner**
10:15-11:00 AM
The Struggle with Natural Beekeeping/IPM/& Localized Stock
**Jason Foley**
11:30-12:30 PM
Systemic Pesticide Pollution and Impact on Bees
**Dr. Judy Wu-Smart**
11:30-12:15 PM
Hive Splitting
Tyler Holton
11:10-12:10 PM
TBA
Varroa, Tropilaelaps, and Hornets, Oh My! Why do invasive Species Keep Bothering our Bees.
**Dr. David Peck**
1:30-2:15 PM
The Very basics for brand new beekeepers
**Andy Joseph**
1:30-2:15 PM
Responsible Beekeeping - How to Survive and Thrive
**Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda**
2:30-3:30PM
Value added Products
**Shannon Foley**
2:30-3:15 PM
Characterizing Parasite Pathogen Resistance in US Honeybees
**Arian Avalos**
3:45-4:45 PM
Honeybees in Thailand
**Amy Vu**
3:45-4:30 PM
Labeling requirements to sell honey & everything you need to know to sell in grocery stores
**Carrie Harbour**
5:00-6:00 PM
Large National Panel Discussion Q&A
6:30-9:00 PM
Queen's Reception Introduction of IHPA Queen, Vendor Mingle, Beekeeper Feud, Raffle Sales Continue
**Saturday**
8:15-9:00AM
State of Iowa Bee Health
**Andy Joseph, State Apiarist **
9:00-10:10 AM
IHPA Business Meeting, District and Officers Elections (must be current IHPA member to vote)
10:15-11:15 AM
Testing Efficacy of Multiple Oxalic-acid Based Miticides for Varroa Control
**Dr. David Peck**
10:15-11:15 AM
Value Added Products
**Shannon Foley**
10:15-11:00 AM
Creamed Honey & Bottling Made simple with HillCo.
**Rollyn Aberle**
11:30-12:30 PM
Resources for Beekeepers
**Amy Vu**
11:30-12:15 PM
Hive Inspections: What am I looking for, what am I looking at, what does it mean?
**Tyler Holton**
11:30-12:30 PM
12:30-1:30 PM
Scholarship Luncheon
1:30-2:30 PM
Understanding Genetics of US Honeybee Population and it's Application in Modern Breeding Strategies
**Arian Avalos**
1:30-2:30 PM
The Mystery Behind Feeding Bees
**Bob Binnie**
1:30-2:15 PM
Story Time with Papa Phil
**Phil Ebert**
2:30-3:30PM
Neonicotinoid Insecticides: tales from the Science-Industry Policy Interface
**Scott McArt**
2:30-3:15 PM
Is my small business/ hobby covered? Liability Insurance Explained
**Joe Beelner**
2:30-3:15PM
Intro to mead making
**Jason Foley**
3:45-4:45 PM
Photographing Your Bees. Tips and Tricks for th Perfect Image
**Dr. Jennifer Tsuruda**
3:45-4:45 PM
Recent Bee Loss Updates and Investigation Efforts Across Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska
**Dr. Judy Wu-Smart**
4:00-4:45 PM
Varroa mites for very new beekeepers
**Andy Joseph**
5:00-6:00 PM
Wrap Up State Panel Discussion
6:30-10:00 PM
IHPA Awards Banquet and Benefit Auction Dinner at 7:00PM
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