Queensland Beekeepers’ Association Incorporated
Supporting Queensland Beekeepers since 1886
Queensland Beekeepers Association
Who Are We?
Founded in 1886, the Queensland Beekeepers’ Association (QBA) is the peak industry body representing commercial and recreational beekeepers across Queensland. With more than 9,000 registered beekeepers in the state, we proudly advocate for the health, protection and growth of Queensland’s honey bee industry.
- Our membership welcomes everyone—from backyard hobby beekeepers to large commercial apiarists with thousands of hives.
- Five active regional branches: Brisbane, Stanley Rivers, Toowoomba, Warwick & Wide Bay.
- We provide regular meetings, industry guidance, training programs & strong community support for all levels.
- A place to learn, grow, and connect with passionate beekeepers.
Strong Community Network
Regular Training & Events
QBA
What We Do
The Queensland honey bee industry contributes more than $2.89b to the Queensland economy each year. Much of the economic contribution is through the increasing demand for honey beehives that provide critical pollination to Queensland’s agricultural sector. Queensland beekeepers currently provide honey bees for professional pollination services to the Australian almond, avocado, apple, berry, cherry, macadamia, melon, pear and pumpkin industries just to name a few.
The Queensland honey bee industry is also well known for producing some of Australia’s finest honey. Unique honey varieties such as yellow box, ironbark, river red gum, blue gum and yapunyah are all well known products proudly produced by our hard-working bees under the care of their beekeepers.
Advocacy & Industry Support
We represent Queensland’s beekeeping community at state and national levels—ensuring protection of apiary sites, access to forests, and strong biosecurity systems.
Education & Training
From beginner programs to Varroa mite management workshops, we provide essential training to help beekeepers develop safe, sustainable and healthy hive practices.
Community & Membership
With five active regional branches, members enjoy networking, meetings, exclusive content, and industry updates delivered straight to their inbox.
Industry Impact Stats
SPONSORS
Current QBA Sponsors
We acknowledge and thank the businesses that support the Queensland Beekeepers’ Association through sponsorship of our annual conference.
Conference sponsorships contribute directly to the delivery of the event and, in return, provide sponsors with visibility and exposure to beekeepers from across Queensland. This support helps ensure the conference remains accessible, practical, and valuable for attendees.
We encourage beekeepers to engage with and support the businesses that participate in and support our annual conference.
Partner With Queensland’s Beekeeping Community
Join QBA as a sponsor and support over 9,000 beekeepers across Queensland. Your sponsorship contributes to strong industry advocacy, biosecurity protection, educational programs, and long-term sustainability for beekeepers statewide.