>
> >Does anyone have more information about UV and whether using it to
> disinfect
> bee equipment is practical?


I often expose bottom boards and hive covers to the sun in order to get UV
exposure prior to placing back on hives.  I also recently purchased a
portable UV drinking water disinfectant, and was surprised by the quick
recommended exposure.

I have thought about using UV tubes for disinfecting combs, and agree that a
modified uncapping line with two UV tubes could well be effective.  Would be
easy to test, if someone had the inclination.

Randy Oliver

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