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Von: Computer Software Solutions Ltd <[log in to unmask]>
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Datum: Dienstag, 12. Januar 1999 13:49
Betreff: Varroa Floors
 
 
I use the so-called varroa-floors since several years.
You can be sure, this construction does not help fighting varroa pest.
 
It is just like Tom Barrett said, the main advantages are on a different
field.
You can easily control varroa attack by counting the number of varroa mites
falling through the wire mesh of a hive. It is a help if you have to decide
whether to fight varroa or not or what kind of method should be used.
 
On the other hand it is ideal for moving the hive with closed entrance. The
bees
get enough fresh air and can less easy overheat. With exception of small
hives I've never shut the varroa floors in winter. It seems to me the strong
hives overwinter better with this "open" floor. And there is less moisture
inside especially in early spring, when the bees beginn breeding.
Even ants are no greater problem for me. I have always driven them back
before they can reach the hive.
 
Sincerely
 
Reimund
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Beekeeper in Germany (Bavaria)
Queen Rearing of Carniolan Bees
Insemination Station
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