2025 ABF Conference

2025 Conference and Tradeshow

The American Beekeeping Federation 2025 Conference and Tradeshow will be held at the Peppermill Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada on January 7 – 11.

Our Keynote Speakers have accepted our invitation and we’re delighted to have; Dr.  Marla Spivak from the University of Minnesota, Dr. Geoff Williams from Auburn University and Dr. Scott McArt from Cornell University. 

This year as a special bonus, Project Apis m. will be presenting Thursday morning followed by a luncheon.  Lunch will be a ticketed event.  In addition, Apiary Inspectors of America and ABRC will again join us.

You may direct conference questions to Dan Winter/Debbie Seib at abfnet.org@gmail.com

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If you wish to download the entire schedule, click here.

2025 Conference and Tradeshow Registration

Pre-registration for the American Beekeeping Federation 2025 Conference and Tradeshow is now closed.  You may register onsite as we do allow
walk-ins.

Note: If you wish the membership discount, you may become a member at the same time you register onsite.

2025 Refund Policy

Click here to see our Participant Refund Policy.

Vendor and Sponsors

We’d like to thank all our sponsors.  Our sponsors show their support for ABF and our industry and are greatly appreciated.

2025 Conference and Tradeshow Sponsors

Legacy Sponsor

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Mobile App & Keynote Speakers Sponsor

Tote Bag Sponsor

Notebook Sponsor

Conference Wifi

Neck Wallet Sponsor

Gallery Entrance Sponsor

Dinner and a Movie

Thursday Gift Bag

Kids & Bees Sponsor

Speaker Gift Sponsor

Banquet

Refreshment Breaks

Foundation Luncheon Sponsors

Commercial/Research Breakfast Sponsors

Click here to see all the vendors that will be at the ABF Conference and Tradeshow in Reno.

Hotel & Travel Information

Conference Hotel

Peppermill Resort Spa & Casino
2707 S Virginia Street
Reno, Nevada 89502

NOTE: Unauthorized solicitors may contact you by phone or email.   Attendees should call the hotel directly at: 866-821-9996 and ignore all other emails sent to you.

We negotiated a block of rooms for the 2025 ABF Conference and Tradeshow for the rate of $120 plus taxes up to December 17th.  If you still need to book a room, you’ll need to call the hotel directly at 866-821-9996 and give them the code AABF25 to see if rooms are available for this rate.

Experience the eco-conscious Peppermill Resort Spa Casino, Reno’s Premier AAA Four Diamond resort, boasting 1,621 luxurious guest rooms including the 600-room all-suite Tuscany Tower. Embark on a pampered journey at the remarkable three-story, 33,000-square-foot Spa & Salon Toscana featuring 24 treatment rooms, Northern Nevada’s only Caldarium with indoor pool, sun deck and full-service salon.

Resort amenities include a posh 9,900-square-foot fitness center; two beautiful pools and three outdoor jetted spas, heated with on-site geothermal energy; and a designer boutique shopping. An exciting assortment of bars and lounges, including the iconic Fireside Lounge; and 9 award-winning restaurants offering authentic Chinese, inspired Italian, steaks and chops, seafood, deli and café dining.

Please bring any hotel booking issues to the attention of ABF Staff at abfnet.org@gmail.com.

Travel Information

Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO)
2001 E Plumb Ln
Reno, NV 89502
10 minutes from conference hotel