(1) "Apiary", any place or location where one or more colonies or nuclei of bees are kept; (2) "Authorized official", the state official authorized to inspect apiaries in the state of origin of bees being transported …

— As used in sections 264.011 to 264.101, unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the following terms mean: (1) "Apiary", any place or location where one or more colonies or nuclei of bees are kept;

1 May 2026 · Legislation like SB 472 has expanded the definition of "livestock" to include honeybees for state sales tax purposes. However, raising bees must comply with regulations to prevent them from …

12 May 2026 · Missouri does not require permits to keep bees or sell honey directly to consumers, such as at farmers' markets or from home. Legislation like SB 472 has expanded the definition of …

28 Aug 2019 · It is unlawful to move, carry, transport or ship bees, combs or used beekeeping equipment into the state of Missouri unless accompanied by a valid permit issued by the director of …

15 May 2026 · Recently, Missouri passed a new law, SB 500, which directly targets beekeepers and the sale of honey. It is unlawful to move, carry, or transport bees, combs, or used beekeeping equipment …

4 Feb 2025 · Explore Missouri's beekeeping laws, focusing on registration, regulations, and compliance to ensure responsible and legal hive management.

10 May 2026 · Understanding both state and local beekeeping laws in Missouri will help you start your beekeeping journey on the right legal footing. Beekeeping is legal in Missouri, but you must follow …

6 Aug 2025 · Explore the complex legal classification of bees as livestock under federal and state law, and its crucial impact on beekeeping.

27 Mar 2017 · Missouri SB472 2017 SB 472 This act modifies the definition of livestock to include honey bees for the purposes of the state sales tax law