Varroa Management

Stay ahead of Varroa — it’s best for bees and a best management practice.
Varroa destructor is the number one problem facing honey bees today. In this class we’ll cover: understanding the Varroa life cycle and using it to your advantage; Parasitic Mite Syndrome and viral loads; ways to test and monitor for Varroa; review of treatment options; review of new and existing treatment products — their specifications and how to apply; and, review of the Honey Bee Health Coalition’s Varroa Guide and decision making tool. Also, learn how to make extended release oxalic acid sponges.

Time & Place

10 pm – noon  | Shingle Springs

Date

Saturday, April 18, 2025