VDACS Beekeeping and Apiary Inspection
Study of the Plight of Virginia’s Beekeepers (SD20) and Two Year Report
Beekeeping Best Management Practices
The Best Management Practices in Virginia for the Operation of Apiaries in Order to Limit Operator Liability is codified in the administrative code The specific VA code that outlines Best Management Practices for the Keeping of Honey Bees is found here.
Contact information for the Department:
Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Office of Plant and Pest Services
P.O. Box 1163
Richmond, VA 23218
Telephone: 804.786.3515
FAX: 804.371.7793
Email: VABees@vdacs.virginia.gov
Website: http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/plant&pest/apiary.shtml