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William Deer <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 16 Jun 1997 09:13:51 -0700
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Where are these mints available?
Thanks!
Bill
 
 
 
 
 
---Gus Truscott <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> I claim almost 100% control of both tracheal and varroa mites by
> placing one Trebor Extra Strong Mint on top every other brood frame.
>  I assume that the effect is due to the high level of menthol
> contained in Trebor Extra Strong Mints.
>
> Also,  I have found a very rapid knockdown of varroa mites by adding
> 3 Eucalyptus 'Tunes' to my smoker.  On the packet of these very
> effective throat pastilles I note that the ingredients include
> Eucalyptus,  Menthol,  Camphor and HONEY!.
>
> I am in the habit of smoking myself before working my bees and since
> adding 'Tunes' to my smoker I have been completely free of both
> headlice and influenza.  Food for thought?
>
> Gus Truscott
>
 
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