>I notice several mentions of varroa in California.  How widespread
>are varroa, at this point?
>
>I was wondering if I ought to be using some "prophylactic" treatment,
>just as a general precaution.  I already feed terramycin, on a similar
>theory, to keep foulbrood at bay.  What's the general opinion on trying
>to prevent varroa infestation?  I've heard about the Miticur mess.
>
> -Jane Beckman  [[log in to unmask]]
 
       Jane,
 
                I sent you a separate message but forgot to mention the
little 1993 book, THE NEW VARROA HANDBOOK by Bernhard Mobus and Clive de
Bruyn.  I believe you can obtain a copy from Wicwas Press:  (203) 250-7575
 
        Apparently, clear evidence of infestation may mean any action you
can take could be too late.
 
                                                Adrian M. Wenner
 
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