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Date: | Wed, 13 Mar 1996 15:20:10 -0500 |
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Frank Humphrey wrote.
>Starting in august of last year, I treated five colonies with the peppermint
>oil treatment, with Apistan for Varoa mites. None of the five were lost
>during winter. These hives are well into spring buildup and are some of the
>healthiest I ve had in years.
It would appear that there is some truth in the stories. So, from
the above, is the peppermint used against T-mites or Varroa? There is
probably no objection [in this case] with double treatment, but, it would be
nice to have more information. If I might make so bold, perhaps Frank, you
might keep us posted on what you are trying.
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