Question 1

What is The Beekeepers Academy?

Accepted Answer

The Beekeepers Academy is an online, membership-based education platform delivering expert-led beekeeping training, mentorship, and resources for beekeepers of all experience levels — from beginners to advanced practitioners.

Question 2

Who is it for?

Accepted Answer

TBA is for anyone who wants to grow their beekeeping knowledge and capabilities — whether you’re just starting with your first hive or already managing multiple colonies and interested in advanced queen rearing, management strategies, or treatment-free practices.

Question 3

What membership plans do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We currently offer four membership levels: Explorer (free), Core, Pro, and Golden.  Each plan unlocks different levels of access to our library, services, and mentor support, depending on your needs and how deeply you want to engage.

Question 4

What does the Golden membership include?

Accepted Answer

Golden membership — our most comprehensive plan — includes: full access to the video library, unlimited Video Answers, unlimited one-on-one consultations, priority mentor access (“Mentor in Your Pocket”), personalized project guidance, and participation in exclusive monthly live sessions during beekeeping season (Feb–Oct).

Question 5

Do you offer presentations or educational talks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Beekeepers Academy provides research-informed educational presentations for academic programs, beekeeper associations, and professional groups. Presentations are tailored to the audience and may be delivered virtually or in person. Inquiries can be submitted through Hello@TheBeekeepersAcademy.com.

Question 6

Can I access resources without a subscription?

Accepted Answer

No. You need to be logged in with at least the Explorer (free) membership to access our catalogs and member areas. Video viewing and premium features require a paid plan (Core, Pro, or Golden) depending on the item.

Question 7

Who are the mentors?

Accepted Answer

Our team includes researchers, PhD, master beekeepers, and queen breeders with decades of experience.

Question 8

How do I schedule a consultation?

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Consultations can be scheduled through our website. Check your membership level/area, where the form is located.

Question 9

Can I cancel my subscription?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You may cancel renewal at any time. Subscription benefits will remain active until the end of the paid period, but after that date access to subscription-based features will cease.

Question 10

Do you still sell à la carte videos or services?

Accepted Answer

No. We’ve moved to a membership-only model. All access is through membership tiers.

Question 11

How do I watch videos?

Accepted Answer

Join a membership tier that includes video access, log in, and watch from the member area/library pages.

Question 12

Can I change or cancel my plan?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can upgrade, or cancel renewal anytime. Your access stays active through the end of the current billing period.

Question 13

Will content change during the season?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly update and expand our content throughout the beekeeping season to meet the evolving needs of our members. This ensures that our guidance stays aligned with what beekeepers typically face in the field at different times of the year.

Question 14

How do I get help if I can’t access something?

Accepted Answer

Log in and check your plan status. If you still can’t access an item your plan should include, contact support via the site’s help/contact option.

Question 15

Do you offer refunds?

Accepted Answer

Because memberships provide immediate access to digital materials, all sales are final and non-refundable. You may cancel future renewals at any time, and your access will remain active until the end of your current billing period.

Question 16

Why doesn’t Dr. Debnam wear a bee suit, but Tamila does?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Debnam knows his bees so well he rarely needs one. Tamila, on the other hand, is allergic, carries an EpiPen, and prefers not to get stung in the face right before a presentation.

Question 17

Do I need to keep bees a certain way to join?

Accepted Answer

No. We support treatment-free, natural, and conventional beekeepers. We teach the biology so you can choose methods that fit your values and goals.

Question 18

How do I join The Beekeepers Academy?

Accepted Answer

You can join by selecting a membership plan on our Membership Plans page and completing checkout. Membership starts instantly, and you’ll be able to log in and access your member area right away.

Question 19

What if I’m brand-new to beekeeping?

Accepted Answer

No prior experience is required. We start with the fundamentals—hive setup, inspections, and seasonal management—and build toward advanced topics like queen rearing and colony health.

Question 20

Can I ask specific beekeeping questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If your membership tier includes Video Answers, you can submit detailed questions and get tailored video responses from mentors.

Question 21

Do you teach treatment-free beekeeping?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We teach treatment-free, conventional, and integrated approaches, and explain the biology behind each so beekeepers can make informed decisions for their own operations.
Tamila Morgan has practiced treatment-free beekeeping for over 14 years, and the genetic stock used in her program has been treatment-free for 30 years. She teaches responsible treatment-free management and small-scale, treatment-free queen breeding, with an emphasis on colony health, selection, and long-term sustainability.

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