>
> Lynn Geitgey asks:
>
> > Can FORMIC ACID kill Varroa Mites?
> >
> > Any feedback or alternate ideas will be greatly appreciated.
>
> I have no personal experience, but it is said to be less effective than
> Apistan or Bayvarol and leave residues.  Apply 20ml of 2% solution in a
> pad placed on the floor board.  Leave the hive entrance clear.  Use at
> the end of the summer flow and again in the autumn.  It is not approved
> in all countries.
 
CORRECTION!!!!  It should read 20ml of _60%_ solution.
 
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