Varroa treatment

[Jonnyuno999]

Hi all, I'm new to keeping bees & have got a bit behind due to work commitments. I haven't treated my bees & im wondering if I should still do so or whether I should leave it now ?
Any advice greatly appreciated.

 

[Erichalfbee]

Better late than never so get Apivar strips in.

 

[Jonnyuno999]

Better late than never so get Apivar strips in.

Thanks for the advice.

 

[GaryH]

I’ve just taken my Apivar strips out after 6 weeks as per manufacturer’s instructions. They still exude a strong smell so could They still be viable next year if I froze them

 

[Hedgerow Honey]

I'm still stripping boxes & putting strips in (Apistan this year).
I felt a change was in order as have used an Amitraz based product for many years.

 

[GaryH]

I'm still stripping boxes & putting strips in (Apistan this year).
I felt a change was in order as have used an Amitraz based product for many years.

Not sure what this means?

 

[Erichalfbee]

Not sure what this means?

Taking off honey and treating for varroa

 

[BeeKeyPlayer]

I’ve just taken my Apivar strips out after 6 weeks as per manufacturer’s instructions. They still exude a strong smell so could They still be viable next year if I froze them

For me it wouldn't be worth the risk that the miticide might have reduced efficacy.

 

[GaryH]

For me it wouldn't be worth the risk that the miticide might have reduced efficacy.

Yes i thought so too but asked the question because sometimes the manufacturers recommendations are stretched and hacked by experienced users.
I intend to OA vape later in December and January.

 

[jimmiestan]

I intend to OA vape later in December and January.
Me too, GaryH -- per the Apiarist.