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> From: "Max Watkins" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: "Informed Discussion of Beekeeping Issues and Bee Biology" <[log in to unmask]>
> Subject: RE: The use of Apistan
> Date: Thu, 24 Jun 1999 10:22:30 +0100

> If you're treating a swarm (equivalent of a small broodless colony, you need
> only use 1 APISTAN strip, hung through the centre of the cluster; use 2
> strips if it's a large swarm.
>
> For storage of APISTAN, keep it away from direct sunlight, preferably at or
> around room temperature, in its original packaging. The product is stable
> for 3 years from the date of manufacture, as stated on the pouch label. No
> additional special storage requirements, other than given on the label.
>
> The open pouch does not need to be re-sealed to protect the shelf life of
> the remaining strips. They will be stable until the expiry date shown on the
> side of the pouch. However, it is advisable to either wrap the open pouch in
> something or else put it into a closeable bag, to avoid any possibility of
> the strips being contaminated by other substances.
>
>
> Regards,
>
>
> Max
>
>
> Dr Max Watkins
>
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