Category: Treatments

Overview The extended-release application method is not yet approved by the EPA.  Until then, it is not legal to apply OA by this method for mite control, and Gilroy Beekeepers … Continue reading Extended Release Oxalic Acid Treatment

We do not recommend OA vaporization. It is very dangerous to breath. You MUST wear a special chemical respirator. It requires many sequential treatments to be effective. It does not … Continue reading Oxalic Acid Vaporization

OA acid pads are not approved for use by the FDA or EPA. More information about OA Pads can be found here: Randy Oliver’s Latest Work (November 2021) Honey Bee … Continue reading Oxalic Acid Pads

From BetterBee: Oxalic Acid Dribble is a method that uses oxalic acid mixed with sugar syrup. It is applied using a large syringe to squirt the mixture onto the bees … Continue reading Oxalic Acid Dribble

Hopguard is manufactured by BetaTec. BetaTec research has discovered a natural hop compound that is highly effective in combating Varroa. HopGuard® II and HopGuard 3 are scientifically-proven natural Varroa control … Continue reading Hopguard

FORMIC PRO™ causes mortality to both male and female varroa under the brood cap as well as to the varroa on the adult bees. FORMIC PRO™ is to be used … Continue reading Formic Pro

Apivar is generally regarded as a safe, easy-to-use treatment option for Varroa Mites. Do not use when honey supers are present according to the USDA. The best times are early … Continue reading Apivar

Apiguard is a slow-release gel that ensures the correct dosage of its active ingredient, thymol. Thymol is a naturally occurring substance derived from the plant thyme. According to the manufacturer: … Continue reading Apiguard