By: Chari Elam I can speak from experience—the decision of which Varroa treatment to use can feel overwhelming.What should I use? How does it work? Will it hurt my bees? The questions just keep coming… Years ago, we created a...
Staying ahead of Varroa mites is critical—especially during honey flow when options are limited. Using drone frames as part of your IPM plan can help reduce mite loads naturally, while other products are available if needed.
Screened bottom boards are one of those beekeeping tools that spark a lot of debate. Some beekeepers swear by them, others keep things simple with solid bottoms—and both can work just fine. In this article, we’ll break down the pros, cons, and a few things to consider before deciding what’s best for your hives.
Utilizing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Varroa mite control takes the pressure off any single method by combining multiple strategies to improve overall success. From mite-resistant queens and brood breaks to drone trapping and knowing when chemicals really matter, IPM pulls the best from each approach to increase long-term success.
As promised (and anticipated I’m sure) – Varroa Destructor is my topic of the month! Those of you that have attended a seminar (or two) know all too well the drilling we get about Varroa mites. Over and over again...
