{"product_id":"apivar-mite-treatment","title":"ApiVar Mite Treatment","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe fight against the Varroa destructor mite continues to be an evolving battle for beekeepers. Apivar 2.0 is the new and improved amitraz-powered mite treatment from Veto-Pharma, with some notable improvements compared to the original Apivar. This treatment is most effective when the colony is active and bees are moving past the strips, ideally used in spring and\/or fall, before and\/or after honey supers are on hives. \u003cstrong\u003eThis cannot be used if honey supers are on the hives.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Apivar 2.0 work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works by hanging \u003cstrong\u003eone plastic strip per five frames of bees in each brood chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e (2 strips per deep brood chamber, 4 strips for a double brood chamber). Strips are hung in between frames and placed towards the center where brood is naturally located. The treatment is then spread as bees pass by the hanging strips while doing normal hive activities. \u003cstrong\u003eThe treatment lasts for 6-10 weeks: 6 weeks if the hive is broodless, or 10 weeks if the hive is not broodless.\u003c\/strong\u003e The strips must be removed to help prevent mites from developing amitraz resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew and Improved Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Acting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apivar 2.0 has been formulated to lower mite populations quicker in the first few weeks compared to the 1.0 version. The active ingredient is released more quickly, leading to a fast drop in mite population.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apivar 2.0 has a longer treatment duration of 6 to 10 weeks, with the increased treatment time acting like a shield against possible reinfestations from neighboring hives. The label states that if brood is present, the recommended treatment period is the full 10 weeks (70 days).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Install:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save the toothpicks! These strips have an improved hanging design to keep strips from falling into the brood box. For Langstroth frames, bend the strip at the pre-cut line and insert the bottom in-between two frames. For Dandant and Layens frames, pull the tabs at the top free and bend them so they hold the strip when being inserted in between frames.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apivar has always been the perfect size for Langstroth hives, but the 2.0 version is now adjustable for those who use Dadant or Layen hives that hold taller frames. The adjustable strip can bend on the top of the Langstroth frames or leave full size for Dadant and Layens hives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Right Away!:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apivar cannot be used while honey supers are on the hive. However, Apivar 2.0 is formulated so honey supers can be added to the hive immediately after the removal of the strips (compared to 1.0, which required two weeks after strip removal before adding honey supers). That two-week difference is a game-changer for mite treatment plans in the spring so hives can be treated efficiently right before the first honey flow of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is a miticide and therefore can not be returned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Contains: amitraz. For more information: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Bee Supply LLC","offers":[{"title":"12","offer_id":45011482902597,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4","offer_id":45011482935365,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2460\/1087\/files\/Apiv4ct.jpg?v=1778779046","url":"https:\/\/mybeesupply.com\/products\/apivar-mite-treatment","provider":"My Bee Supply LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}