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Re: Apiguard's efficacy proved by numerous tests
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Max Watkins <[log in to unmask]>
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Mon, 24 Feb 2003 18:21:06 -0000
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Peter & All,

To clarify - the average control of varroa mites provided by Apiguard
treatments is 93%. Sometimes the figure is higher, sometimes lower, partly
dependent on temperature. We have sometimes seen efficacy of 70-75% in cool
conditions and 98-99% in warmer climes. The average is 93% control.

The brood studies we've performed do not indicate a problem with brood
mortality. This is a function of the formulation. Thymol alone can indeed do
severe damage to brood.

Max


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