Introductory Honey Judge Training Class (EMBA)

Introductory Honey Judge Training (Level 1)

The American Honey Show Training Council will be holding an Introductory Honey Judge Training Class at the 2026 Eastern Missouri Beekeepers Annual Workshop in St. Louis, MO, on February 20, 2026.

Honey Judging is a fascinating, detail-oriented pursuit. If you like to learn, if you like to teach, if you like to see the coolest stuff before anyone else does, honey judging might be right for you!

Join us in St. Louis for this exciting event! This program is perfect for honey enthusiasts looking to enhance their knowledge and skills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced beekeeper, our comprehensive program is appropriate for any level of beekeeping experience!

During this event, you'll learn about the science of honey judging, from the basics to advanced techniques. Our expert instructors will cover topics such as

• food safety and hygiene,
• proper harvesting, processing, and handling,
• honey show logistics and administration, and
• proper judging etiquette, ethics, and techniques.

This class is the first step on the road to becoming an AHSTC Certified Honey Judge! The Intro Training Class (Level 1) is a day-long event. At the conclusion of the Level 1 class, participants will be a certified Honey Judge Candidate. You can check out our website at for complete program requirements. It takes most individuals 12-18 months to complete the requirements to sit for the (Level 2) Certified Honey Judge Exam.

Don't miss this opportunity to start on the path to becoming a certified honey judge, or to continue with your training and certification journey!

*PLEASE NOTE - The Honey Judge training and exams are a separate event from the Annual Workshop. If you want to attend the Workshop as well, you will need to register for that event separately. for more helpful information about our hosts and that event.

Please email [email protected] or call (770) 843-2110 with any questions about the program or schedule.

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