>   Tracheal mites have been detected in many colonies
>here in Maine   reported to us by Tony Jadczak

In a phone conversation with Tony, last week, he reported colonies with 70
- 80% infestation.

>Tracheal mites are the easiest to prevent with Crisco patties
>Bill Truesdell


Well, I suppose they can be treated with Crisco, but IMHO, breeding is the
best and proper way to tackle Tracheal Mites. Band Aids may work for
awhile...until a year like this, when the infestation creeps up from
behind, and bites you on the behind. Do some requeening this summer with
resistant stock, and leave the Crisco in your pantry cupboard.

Mike


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