By , on May 15th, 2011

Q&A Regarding Mite Away Quick Strips

Following is a list of Mite Away Quick Strip FAQ’s as offered by David VanderDussen of miteaway.com.   The information is based on testing conducted on the MAQS product and are the recommendations of the manufacturer.  I offer a word

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By , on May 15th, 2011

2011 Ontario Treatment Recommendations for Honey Bee Diseases and Mite Control

We have received from Ontario, Canada, a very comprehensive guide for treating honey bees for various diseases and mite control.  Though Canada has somewhat different legal requirements and restrictiions than does Michigan, the information contained in this guide is very relevant …

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By , on August 30th, 2010

Varroa Mites Urgently Needed!

My lab at Michigan State University is conducting several studies on Varroa mites.  However, there is a lack of them this year in our research apiary.  We are willing to drive up 1-1.5 hrs away to come to your bee …

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By , on August 14th, 2010

Sugar Dusting Your Varroa Mites

Zachary Huang, Associate Professor, Michigan State University

So it is August, if your bees were strong in May and June, chances are that they have made some honey during these two months. August is a good time to check for …

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