via Bayer http://beecare.bayer.com/service-center/publications/beenow-magazine/beenow-magazin-detail/acid-varpor-baths-in-the-beehive Acid vapor baths in the beehive ------------------------------ Correct application of formic acid for Varroa mite control It's an irritating affair for the *Varroa* mites: Formic acid is popular among beekeepers to protect their honey bees from these dangerous parasites. But if it's applied incorrectly, the acid can also harm the bees. A new study sheds light on the process. PDF for download *http://beecare.bayer.com/bilder/upload/dynamicContentFull/BeeNow/BEENOW_acidvaporbathi6296aew.pdf <http://beecare.bayer.com/bilder/upload/dynamicContentFull/BeeNow/BEENOW_acidvaporbathi6296aew.pdf>* *********************************************** The BEE-L mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html