Beekeeping: Detecting Mites in Beehive with reCAP Mason Jars DIY Kit
How To
February 13, 2018 by reCAP®
Learn how to detect mites in a beehive with tools from reCAP Mason Jars. Watch the instructional video to learn more!
The No. 1 enemy of beekeepers, Varroa mites are devastating honeybee populations worldwide. The mite sucks the blood of honey bees and transmits deadly viruses (such as DWV, deformed wing virus). reCAP invented the tools to implement the sugar shake method for detecting mites. The sugar shake method is not new, but here are the advantages of using reCAP:
Rust-free & Freezer-safe tools (caps won’t crack or break when stored in freezing temperatures)
Handy instructions so you know what to do and when to treat
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