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Re: Formic Pro Singles vs Doubles
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Peter Borst <[log in to unmask]>
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Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology <[log in to unmask]>
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Sun, 21 Apr 2024 10:19:44 -0400
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> All of the concerns about efficacy are eliminated with a double dose. 

Agreed. Over time, the product seems to have gotten less effective. It doesn't have to do with resistance on the part of the mites, it just seems weaker. Used to be, it would kill the grass in front of the hives, which I took as a sign it was working. I would use more, not less.

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