beehive pests
Beehive Placement: Where Should I Place My Hives?
February 21, 2024 · Backyard Beekeeping Contributor · Hives & Equipment
Real estate agents love to say, “Location, location, location!” So it is with beehive placement. The right location will benefit them (and you) tremendously.
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Varroa Treatments Explained
August 26, 2022 · Kristi Cook · Health & Pests
Treatments to combat varroa vary. This article will help you start your quest to select the best varroa treatments for your apiary and management practices.
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Conduct an Alcohol Wash for Varroa Mite Monitoring
June 9, 2022 · Kristi Cook · Health & Pests
Of the many techniques possible, the alcohol wash for varroa mite counts is currently considered the most accurate.
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Catch and Release Powdered Sugar Roll Varroa Mite Test
November 26, 2021 · Kristi Cook · Health & Pests
Knowing what a hive’s mite load is can mean the difference between a hive surviving the winter in a healthy state ready to tackle the next honey season and an almost guaranteed untimely death from the viruses and diseases contributed to high varroa loads.
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