Symposia

Apimondia symposia provide a dedicated platform for sharing scientific research, practical expertise and collaborative initiatives in apiculture. Bringing together experts from around the world, these events focus on key themes that influence bee health, sustainable beekeeping, pollination services and the broader role of bees in global ecosystems.

Through presentations, workshops, technical discussions and field activities, each symposium offers valuable insights into regional and international developments. Below you will find our latest and upcoming symposia, along with reports from past events.

11th Weimar Bee Symposium

19 – 21 November 2021 | Schießhaus zu Weimar, Germany

Join us for an exciting programme on the art and science of bees and beekeeping.

​The international symposium will take place over the three days online as we meet to discuss current issues and solutions to improve our lives and the lives of bees.

​International Symposium​ on global trends ​in beekeeping

20 – 21 September 2021 | Online

The International Online Symposium on Global Trends in Beekeeping and Online Exhibition is an opportunity to look at the role of beekeeping in regional development, bee biology and bee health, and beekeeping economy. You can also find out about issues around honey falsification, apitherapy and access to international markets.

An international virtual exhibition will showcase 60 companies, associations and institutions in four virtual halls. Participants will be able to chat with the exhibitors live.

Honey bee health symposium – New approaches to bee health

13 – 15 February 2019 – Rome, Italy

The honey bee health symposium 2019 draws international attention to innovative approaches to bee health and the pathologies and risks due to environmental contamination.

The conference is organized by the Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale del Lazio e della Toscana, with Apimondia and the Italian Ministry of Health. The event will bring together beekeepers and international experts from the scientific community to foster research and share experiences and new practices in beekeeping to protect the health of bees and consumers.

In particular, the conference will address the following topics:

  • good beekeeping practices
  • the diffusion of Aethina tumida, the small beetle of the hive
  • investigations on the main bee diseases
  • environmental contamination.