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What is an acceptable mite count in the weeks after putting varroa strips in a hive?
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<blockquote data-quote="TSG" data-source="post: 12522" data-attributes="member: 719"><p>Hello - just a wee note. Opened packets of treatments (Apivar, Apitraz and Bayvarol) should be used up (or given to friends etc) Once opened the air activates the strips (which is why Apivar is vacuumed sealed and has a 2 year shelf life). Hence it is recommended that Apivar be used within a couple of weeks of opening. You will find similar instructions on the other treatments - as per the manufacturers recommendations. If you try to store opened packets, they will lose their effectiveness over time (regardless of the expiry date). This will impact on your hives. I know there are lots of beekeepers who freeze, re-vacuum packs etc, but ultimately the best option is to use or discard opened packets. Apivar now comes in a 60 pack, 12 pack and a 4 pack which is great for those who just have a few hives. Hope this helps and good luck.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="TSG, post: 12522, member: 719"] Hello - just a wee note. Opened packets of treatments (Apivar, Apitraz and Bayvarol) should be used up (or given to friends etc) Once opened the air activates the strips (which is why Apivar is vacuumed sealed and has a 2 year shelf life). Hence it is recommended that Apivar be used within a couple of weeks of opening. You will find similar instructions on the other treatments - as per the manufacturers recommendations. If you try to store opened packets, they will lose their effectiveness over time (regardless of the expiry date). This will impact on your hives. I know there are lots of beekeepers who freeze, re-vacuum packs etc, but ultimately the best option is to use or discard opened packets. Apivar now comes in a 60 pack, 12 pack and a 4 pack which is great for those who just have a few hives. Hope this helps and good luck. [/QUOTE]
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