I think the information on oils for mites is just too new for legitimate comments. I have put wintergreen in my syrup feeders this fall. I'll let you all know in the spring... It's too big a problem to ignore though. Gerry Visel [log in to unmask] >I have a bit of a question about the text at this site: >Specifically, the authors mention that wintergreen, >spearmint, and peppermint oils have proven successful, that >spearmint patties were propolized, but not wintergreen, >teatree, or patchouli oils. >Curiously, I didn't hear much from folks since the original >posting here. Does this mean that everyone is quietly going >out and buying the oils and seeing what will happen? Or is >this a new idea with promising preliminary results? > >Just curious- >Phil Wood >[log in to unmask] > >> Brian R Tucker wrote: >> > > Could someone please repost the use of Essential Oils >>for the use of mite > controll. That is how much in sugar >>water or if used in grease patties how > much in there. >>And what type of oil is best (Spearmint,Wintergreen ect..) >>> Thanks >> >> The info is at this site: >> http://www.wvu.edu/~agexten/varroa.htm >> >> -Barry >> >> -- >> Barry Birkey >> West Chicago, Illinois USA >> [log in to unmask] >> http://www.birkey.com > >