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Honey Contests

Beekeepers like to compete with each other with their honey and other hive products. At MABA these products are assessed by judges with internationally recognized qualifications and cash prizes are awarded.Current MABA members are welcome to participate in our annual Honey Show, which takes place during our Potluck Social in September. Best in Show is Awarded $250, then in each category 1st Place is Awarded $100, Second Place is awarded $50 and Third Place is awarded $25, in addition to Ribbons and Prize Cards (Black Jar and Novice classes are only awarded 1st Place Ribbons, Prize Cards and $100). General…

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Read more about the article Extraction Equipment Rentals
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Extraction Equipment Rentals

Everything you need to extract honey from frames The club currently has two sets of extraction equipment that can be rented by members for $10/day with a $20 deposit.The sets are positioned in midtown and GA400 North Fulton county.Approximate Equipment ChecklistStainless steel hand crank extractor, 2-frame, with screen, holding tank, and stand. It can hold 4 shallow frames.5 gallon bucket with honey gate and lidTwo nylon sieves, one course, one fineUncapping Knife (heated) In BoxCapping ScratcherNesting uncapping and straining tanks with Wooden Cross BarMembers renting the equipment will need to provide their own food-grade honey pails - ideally with a honey…

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Read more about the article Want to be a Swarm Chaser in 2026?
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Want to be a Swarm Chaser in 2026?

MABA members can simply request to be added to the club's swarm list. You will indicate how high you are willing to climb to retrieve a swarm and where you live. The swarm list manager will make the call based on queue order, location, and preferences.Swarm calls come in at all hours. If you are on the swarm list, you may be called at any time.Being on the swarm list does not guarantee that you will receive a call - swarm seasons can vary greatly.Those on the MABA swarm list must be current members, have the equipment necessary to retrieve a swarm…

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