Apiculture Competition
The Apiculture Competition at the Rocky Show highlights the fascinating world of beekeeping and the essential role bees play in our ecosystem. Participants showcase their honey and bee-related products, celebrating the hard work of local beekeepers. This event promotes awareness of sustainable practices and the importance of bees in agriculture.
What will spectators see?
Spectators can look forward to a variety of honey entries, live bee hives and honey pouring demonstrations in the Robert Schwarten Pavilion. It’s a great opportunity to learn about the beekeeping process and the benefits of honey.
How is Apiculture judged?
Entries are judged on taste, clarity, and colour of the honey, as well as overall presentation.
Key Dates
Nominations Close: Friday 30 May 2025
Exhibit Delivery: Please deliver to Showgrounds Administration Office 8am – 5pm Monday 2 June to Friday 6 June 2025.
Judging: Wednesday 11 June 2025
Exhibit Collection: Please collect your exhibit from the Showgrounds Administration Office 9am – 12pm on Saturday 14 June.
How to Enter
As a nominee please ensure you have read the following documents before entering the Apiculture Competition.
Apiculture Competition Schedule
Showday Online Nomination Guide
General Competition Regulations
Nominate for Apiculture Here
Who Organises the Apiculture Competition?
This competition is organised by the Fitzroy Regional Beekeepers Association.inc Committee. The Committee can be contacted by emailing fitzroyregionalbeekeepers@gmail.com or calling Les Rigby 0427 278 222 or Warren Hinton 0477 124 498.
Competition Supporters
The Rockhampton Agricultural Show is deeply grateful to the generous businesses and individuals who help make the Apiculture Competition a buzzing success. Your contributions towards prize money, awards, and the smooth running of the event play a crucial role in celebrating the art and science of beekeeping.
A heartfelt thank you to the Fitzroy Regional Beekeepers Association Inc for their invaluable support and dedication to promoting apiculture in our region.
The Apiculture Section thrives because of the commitment and generosity of its supporters. If you’re passionate about bees and would like to contribute to this sweet event, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact us at show@rrc.qld.gov.au to find out how you can support the Apiculture Competitions at the Rockhampton Agricultural Show.