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The WBFI is the only association for businesses in the bird feeding industry. This is a perfect opportunity to connect with future customers and like-minded individuals to elevate your position in a growing industry! All professionals in the wild bird feeding industry are welcome to attend.

All events will take place at the Hotel Contessa San Antonio with the exception of off-site activities as noted in the schedule.

WBFI Ask Your Target Market 2025 Research

By ebennett@wbfi.org | August 26, 2025

WBFI State of Bird Feeding Report 2025   The Wild Bird Feeding Institute and the charitable WBFI Research Foundation are excited to publish the findings of our new report that shows insights into the growth of the wild bird feeding industry in partnership with Ask Your Target Market (AYTM).   The report shows key insights so…

Hummingbird Feeding

By oliver moeckly | July 8, 2025

Welcome your smallest guests – Hummingbirds! Among the Americas’ many native birds live several varieties of hummingbird. Although requiring different feeders and treatment than most other birds, hummingbirds are a great addition to your backyard to increase biodiversity! There are some things you’ll need to know before you start feeding them, though. How do you…

University of Georgia Bird Feeding Study

By ebennett@wbfi.org | April 15, 2025

University of Georgia Bird Feeding Study – Responses Requested! Do you feed wild birds with a bird feeder? Scientists at the University of Georgia are conducting a research study to learn more about people’s bird feeding behaviors and how they help protect wild bird health. We invite you to take a short 10-15 minute survey.…

#FEEDSMART

Wild Bird Feeding Institute has created resources to promote proper feeding practices for bird-feeding hobbyists and members. Learn about how you can promote smart practices such as properly cleaning your feeders to help prevent the spread of disease:

Members of WBFI have access to an exclusive info hub of resources including the latest research on best feeding practices and additional assets that can be customized for your business.

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PROJECT WILD BIRD

Experience the Benefits of Bird Feeding with Project Wild Bird

The Wild Bird Feeding Institute (WBFI) encourages individuals and families to enjoy the rewarding hobby of bird feeding and the positive impact it has on well-being.

Project Wild Bird empowers people to enjoy the bird feeding hobby while discovering its positive impact on well-being. Watching birds can reduce stress, ease anxiety, and boost mood—offering a simple, natural way to reconnect with nature in our busy, tech-driven world.

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Mission: Growing the wild bird feeding hobby.

WBFI advances this mission and seeks to connect people with nature by serving members and birders internationally through education, awareness, and conservation partnerships. Our network of committed members, the quality standards we uphold, our expertise, and positive relationships with key organizations drive our success. We are sustainable through membership dues, charitable donations, and programming revenue. 

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