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Date: | Tue, 21 Dec 1993 10:15:30 EST |
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Jane Beckman [[log in to unmask]] queries:
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> I was wondering if I ought to be using some "prophylactic" treatment,
> just as a general precaution (against varroa).
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I was going to reply back that I fail to see how condoms will protect
against varroa, (how will the bees fly with a condom on?), but given
the recent "barrage of garrbage" on this list, I'll refrain.
Actually, I asked Jane's question at a fall '92 meeting of my local
beekeeping association and the answer was, "Yes, a preventative
treatment would be a wise move." Let me qualify this by noting that
other beekeeperss in my county had confirmed cases of varroa.
I now routinely use Apistan strips in late fall, after the final
terramycin treatment.
Incidently, I loved the bee-lore! I'm also glad that our hive has
calmed down after the departure of our uninvited guests. Merry
Christmas, everyone!
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