>
> Ian asked:
> Any type of disadvantage of using this type of treatment  (amitraz strips)
> that beekeepers
> have found with using it?


Many commercial beeks use amitraz off label.  It may slow egglaying down for
a few days used the way that they apply it.  Otherwise, I hear of no other
negative effects.

Although I am not a chemical fan, I would like to see it registered in the
U.S.

For more information, check www.scientificbeekeeping.com under varroa,
chemical weapons.

Randy Oliver

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