Odds and ends
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Published: August 21, 2026 16:00
A variety of late-season queen-related topics; finding, missing, marking, judging, and clipping them … together with discussions of some DIY 'mods' that make all these things easier. All that, plus the sad news that the season is pretty-much over 😞.
Just read the instructions
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Published: August 14, 2026 16:00
Licensed miticides, used correctly, are very effective at controlling mite infestations which would otherwise kill the colony. However, the manufacturer’s instructions for miticide use are often poorly worded, confusing or contradictory. Could they be…
Apiguard (Apilife Var & Thymovar) advice
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Published: August 7, 2026 16:00
Thymol-containing miticides offer many advantages (no mite resistance or wax-soluble residues) but must be used properly to be effective. Temperatures are critical, and high brood levels may negatively influence treatment efficacy. If you're going to use…