Introductory Honey Judge Training

Honey Judge Training & Certification (Level 1)

The American Honey Show Training Council will be holding their Introductory Honey Judge Training Class at the State College Hotel and Conference Center in State College, PA, on Saturday, November 15, 2025.

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! 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, sanitation, 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.

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 - Registration for the PSBA Fall Conference IS NOT INCLUDED with registration for this event! You will need to go to https://www.pastatebeekeepers.org/ to register for the PSBA Conference.

ALSO NOTE - If you would like to purchase lunch at the venue for the day of the class, you can do that through the PSBA Fall Conference registration site as well.

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

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center, 1450 S. Atherton St., State College, United States