Product Overview
Apivar 4 Pack or 12 pack strips
Apivar is a high-quality plastic polymer strip designed to effectively control Varroa mites in honey bee colonies. This specially formulated strip releases Amitraz, a powerful miticide, which works by paralyzing the mites and causing them to fall off the bees. With a six-week continuous release, Apivar ensures prolonged protection against these harmful pests.
Easy to use, simply place two Apivar strips in the hive, preferably in areas with high bee activity. As the bees walk on the strips, they pick up molecules of Amitraz, which then spread throughout the colony, effectively targeting all Varroa mites. By applying Apivar in the spring and fall, before and after honey supers are on the hive, you can effectively prevent mite infestations without compromising the honey flow and quality.
When it comes to Varroa mite control, Apivar stands out as one of the best solutions available. Its contact-based action ensures that the bees make regular contact with the strips, maximizing its efficiency and ensuring thorough treatment. Apivar is a trusted option used by beekeepers across the United States, and its effectiveness in mitigating mite infestations is well-documented. Protect your honey bees and invest in Apivar today for healthier, more productive colonies.
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Apivar: The Ultimate Solution for Varroa Mite Control in Honey Bee Colonies
The health and productivity of honey bee colonies are often threatened by various pests, particularly the Varroa mite. This persistent and resilient pest can wreak havoc on a bee colony if left unchecked. For beekeepers across the globe, the fight against Varroa mites is a never-ending battle. This is where Apivar comes into play - an effective and reliable solution to control Varroa mite infestations.
Overview of Varroa Mites
Varroa mites are tiny, parasitic arachnids that pose a significant threat to honey bee colonies. They latch onto bees, feeding on their hemolymph (bee blood) and transmitting deadly viruses in the process. Left unchecked, a Varroa mite infestation can decimate a colony in a single season. This is where Apivar comes into play - Apivar is a high-quality amitraz-based treatment used for controlling Varroa mites in honey bee colonies. The product comes in the form of plastic strips that are easy to apply and highly effective.
Apivar's Unique Formulation
Apivar is composed of two primary components - amitraz, the active molecule, and a plastic polymer. The plastic polymer is specially designed to ensure a continuous, long-term release of amitraz throughout the treatment period. Amitraz works by paralyzing the mites, causing them to detach from the bees and fall off. The strips release Amitraz continuously for six weeks, ensuring prolonged protection against these harmful pests. Apivar's unique formulation respects bees and hive products. The polymer used in Apivar has been specifically selected to ensure a continuous, long-term release of amitraz throughout the treatment period, allowing several generations of Varroa mites to be targeted in a single application.
Ease of Use and Application, Efficacy and Survival Rate
Applying Apivar is a straightforward process. Simply place two Apivar strips in the hive, preferably in areas with high bee activity. As the bees walk on the strips, they pick up molecules of Amitraz, which then spread throughout the colony, effectively targeting all Varroa mites. Recent studies have consistently shown Apivar's efficacy rate between 96% and 99.8%. Furthermore, colonies treated with Apivar showed a lower winter loss compared to those treated with other Varroa mite treatments.
Apivar: A Trusted Solution
Apivar's effectiveness in mitigating mite infestations is well-documented. It is a trusted option used by beekeepers across the United States. By applying Apivar in the spring and fall, before and after honey supers are on the hive, beekeepers can effectively prevent mite infestations without compromising the honey flow and quality. Controlling Varroa mites is a critical aspect of successful beekeeping. Apivar, with its high efficacy and ease of use, is an excellent tool in the beekeeper's arsenal. Protect your honey bees and invest in Apivar today for healthier, more productive colonies.
