Ok - This may sound dumb to you experienced folks - but this novice beekeeper
just bought 50 deeps for a good price that have experienced rather heavy wax
moth damage. The wood is still good but the comb is shot. Some(a few) adult
moths were noticed when I inspected the equipment before sale. Most of the
damage had already been done. I didnt see any larvae. Question - am I asking
for serious trouble if I bring this equipment home (to my uninfested apiary)
to clean and refurbish? What safeguards can I take to knock out these moths
in a big hurry. Is the better question "when will I have trouble with
moths"? rather than "will I ever have trouble with them?". Is any apiary
immune? Please help, guys and gals.
Steve Davis
Clackamas Co. Oregon