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These methods are now available in the same tool. It's up to you to choose the method that suits you best!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol wash consists of immersing a sample of bees into alcohol and then gently shaking the EasyCheck to detach the phoretic mites so they can be counted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvantages: Fast and easy, it is recognized as the most accurate, reliable, and economical option for beekeepers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/UkSPkJ5S4As\" rel=\"noopener\" data-tagrocket-clicked-outboundlink=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAlcohol Method\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evideo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIcing Sugar Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith this method, the bees are rolled with powdered sugar, causing the mites to separate from the bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe EasyCheck is then gently shaken, causing the sugar and the mites to pass through the white basket's holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvantages: Inexpensive and keep the sample of bees alive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2IqH5Cc9wfg\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSugar Roll Method\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evideo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSample Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are two lines on the white basket of the Varroa EasyCheck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower line corresponds to about 200 bees and the upper line corresponds to 300 bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe advise you to take 300 bees to obtain the most accurate results possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the case of weaker colonies, you can reduce this number to 200 bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou will obtain your infestation percentage by dividing the number of varroa found by 2 (if 200 bees) or 3 (if 300 bees)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExample:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf you find 5 varroa mites with 300 bees, you have an infestation percentage of 5\/3 = 1.66%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eNumber of mites\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e= % Varroa infestation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 for 300 bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 for 200 bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(adjust according to sample size)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for effectiveness: The filter basket is the key to EasyCheck’s reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick and easy to use 3 easy steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily transportable and built to last\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTight-fitting lid is leak-free and comfortable to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo molded guidelines allow for samples of 200 or 300 bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for effectiveness: Fallen mites pass through holes in the base and sides of the basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent bowl allows accurate counting and reliable sampling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on location and the time of year, alert thresholds range from \u0026gt; 1% to 5%. Check with your local association to determine thresholds in your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Homer's Honeybee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45257299492966,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2647\/4598\/files\/Varroaeasycheck.webp?v=1781802945"},{"product_id":"premium-pine-smoker-fuel","title":"Premium Pine Smoker Fuel","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOur Premium Pine Smoker Fuel is a clean-burning, low-dust fuel source designed to help you work your bees more effectively and comfortably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMade from kiln-dried southern yellow pine, these shavings light easily, stay lit, and produce a cool, consistent smoke that helps calm your bees during inspections. The high-fluff texture allows for better airflow inside your smoker, creating a steady burn without constant relighting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBecause the material is kiln dried at high temperatures, it contains minimal moisture and reduced microbial load, resulting in a cleaner, more reliable fuel that stores well and performs consistently in the bee yard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe quality of your smoker fuel directly affects how smoothly your inspections go.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLow-quality fuel can:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ego out quickly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eproduce harsh or hot smoke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ecreate unnecessary frustration while working your bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA clean, consistent fuel source allows you to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003emaintain calm colonies during inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ereduce stress on both you and your bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ework more efficiently in the hive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLow dust for cleaner handling and better airflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHigh-fluff shavings for easy ignition and steady burn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eKiln dried for low moisture and consistent performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMade from southern yellow pine for a natural, reliable fuel source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLoosely pack your smoker to allow proper airflow. Light from the bottom and build a steady ember before topping off. 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That increased sensitivity also means you’re far less likely to accidentally roll or crush bees during inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eYes, bees can sting through nitrile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBut surprisingly, many experienced beekeepers prefer that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eUnlike leather gloves, a honeybee’s stinger can be removed quickly and easily from nitrile. More importantly, the alarm pheromone released during a sting doesn’t become trapped in the glove material the way it often does with leather, helping reduce repeated defensive stinging throughout your inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eIt’s one of those simple changes that can completely transform your experience in the apiary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Prefer Nitrile Gloves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuperior Dexterity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003eThin 6 mil nitrile provides exceptional feel, making it easier to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFind eggs and young larvae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHandle queens with confidence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSeparate frames carefully\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePerform delicate hive manipulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eReduce accidental bee injury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBetter Grip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe raised diamond texture provides outstanding grip, even when handling sticky propolis, honey-covered frames, or wet equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLess Bee Damage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eGreater fingertip sensitivity allows you to feel exactly what you’re doing, helping reduce rolled bees and crushed workers during inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEasier Sting Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you do get stung, the stinger is easy to remove from nitrile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eUnlike leather gloves, alarm pheromones are far less likely to linger in the glove, helping reduce repeated defensive behavior from the colony during the same inspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eComfortable For Long Hive Inspections\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePowder-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFlexible fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eExcellent puncture resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eComfortable enough for extended hive work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHive inspections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQueen introductions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSplitting colonies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHoney harvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMite testing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQueen rearing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eGeneral apiary work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Use Them\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePeople are often surprised when they see us wearing nitrile gloves instead of traditional leather gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe reason is simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eWe believe better beekeeping comes from understanding and working with your bees, not overpowering them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBeing able to feel each frame, gently move bees out of the way, and work with greater precision creates a calmer experience for both the beekeeper and the colony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eOnce you’ve inspected hives with high-quality nitrile gloves, it’s hard to go back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePremium 6 mil industrial-grade nitrile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRaised diamond texture for superior grip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHigh-visibility orange color\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLatex-free \u0026amp; powder-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eChemical and puncture resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDisposable for improved hive hygiene\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eWhether you’re a first-year beekeeper or managing hundreds of colonies, these gloves provide the control, grip, and sensitivity needed to work confidently inside your 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With a measurement range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12% to 27% moisture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, it takes the guesswork out of determining whether your honey is ready or still needs more time in the hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHoney begins as nectar with a very high water content. As the bees process it, they evaporate much of that moisture until it becomes the thick, shelf-stable honey we know. If honey is harvested while the moisture content is still too high, naturally occurring yeasts can begin fermenting it during storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThat’s why a refractometer is one of the most useful tools to have when \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eharvesting honey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSimply place a small sample of honey onto the refractometer prism, look through the eyepiece, and read the moisture level. Light refraction allows you to quickly determine the percentage of water remaining in your honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBuilt with a durable \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emetal body, rubber grip, and comfortable eyepiece\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, this refractometer is designed to handle season after season in the bee yard and honey house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Every Beekeeper Should Measure Honey Moisture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCapped comb is a great indicator that honey is approaching maturity, but cappings alone don’t tell you the exact moisture percentage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor most finished honey, beekeepers commonly aim for approximately \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e17–18% moisture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e. As moisture increases, so does the risk of fermentation, which is why actually testing your honey becomes especially valuable when harvesting partially capped frames or during humid conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA refractometer lets you stop guessing and \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003emeasure the honey you actually have in front of you.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMeasures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12–27% honey moisture\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDesigned specifically for testing honey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDurable metal construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRubber grip for comfortable handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eEasy-to-read optical eyepiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRequires only a small honey sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHelps determine when honey is ready for extraction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHelps reduce the risk of storing honey with excessive moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eUseful for backyard and commercial beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eReusable season after season\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalibration \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor the most reliable readings, your honey refractometer should be properly calibrated using \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003erefractometer calibration fluid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e and kept clean between samples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAfter testing, gently clean the prism according to the product instructions and avoid leaving honey residue on the refractometer between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake the Guesswork Out of Honey Harvesting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eYou and your bees worked all season for that honey. Before you pull the frames, extract them, and put that harvest into jars, make sure it’s ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasure the moisture. Know your honey. Harvest with confidence.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 🐝🍯\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Homer's Honeybee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46571844010086,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/2647\/4598\/files\/refract.webp?v=1786453404"},{"product_id":"varrocheck-varroa-mite-testing-kit","title":"VarroCheck Varroa Mite Testing Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarroCheck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e is a simple, accurate, and reusable Varroa mite testing tool designed to help beekeepers measure mite levels before they become a serious problem. Its transparent container and internal filter basket make it easy to separate mites from your bee sample, count them, and calculate your colony’s approximate infestation rate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt can be used for either an \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ealcohol wash or sugar shake\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, although we recommend an alcohol wash when an accurate mite count is the priority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Test for Varroa Mites?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOne of the biggest mistakes a beekeeper can make is waiting until a colony \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003elooks\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e like it has a mite problem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBy the time you see obvious signs of Varroa-related stress, the colony may already be struggling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRegular testing gives you an actual number to work with, allowing you to make treatment decisions based on what’s happening inside your hive rather than guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe recommend monitoring throughout the season and especially \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ebefore and after Varroa treatments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e. Testing beforehand tells you whether intervention is needed, while testing afterward tells you whether your treatment actually worked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTest. Treat. Verify.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Like VarroCheck\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eQuickly measures Varroa mite levels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTransparent container makes mites easy to see and count\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eInternal filter basket separates mites from the bee sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDesigned for approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e300-bee samples\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWorks with alcohol washes or sugar shakes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eReusable, durable, and easy to clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCompact enough to keep with your regular inspection equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMakes calculating your approximate mite percentage simple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Perform an Alcohol Wash\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eChoose \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etwo or three frames from the brood nest, preferably containing open brood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, where you’re likely to find plenty of nurse bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMost importantly, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efind the queen first.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Never collect your testing sample from a frame containing the queen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eShake the bees from your selected frame into a clean tub and allow the older foragers to fly away. Collect approximately \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e300 nurse bees\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e using the included measuring cup and place them into the VarroCheck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAdd your prepared alcohol solution according to the VarroCheck instructions, then gently shake and roll the container to thoroughly wash the sample and dislodge the mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAfter approximately one minute, remove the internal mesh basket. The bees remain inside the basket while the dislodged Varroa mites fall into the clear container below, where they can easily be counted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Your Mite Count\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith an approximately 300-bee sample, calculating your infestation percentage is easy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3 mites = approximately 1%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 mites = approximately 2%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e9 mites = approximately 3%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSimply divide the number of mites counted by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e to estimate the percentage of sampled adult bees carrying mites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTreatment thresholds can change depending on the season, colony conditions, and local recommendations, so the important thing isn’t simply getting a number. It’s understanding what that number means \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eat that point in your beekeeping season.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon’t Guess. Test.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA colony can look strong, have a productive queen, and be packed with bees while Varroa populations are quietly increasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRegular mite testing allows you to catch that pressure earlier, choose an appropriate treatment when necessary, and then verify that the treatment actually reduced your mite population.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor something that can have such an enormous impact on colony health and winter survival, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ea mite test only takes a few minutes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKeep a VarroCheck in your bee kit and make mite monitoring part of your regular colony management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKnow your number. 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