{"product_id":"varroa-easycheck-mite-test","title":"Varroa EasyCheck - Mite Test","description":"\u003cp class=\"description-title block-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-block-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first 3-in-1 Varroa monitoring tool! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarroa EasyCheck is a practical tool for easy Varroa infestation monitoring on adult bees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol wash or sugar roll. 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.png?v=1773764428","url":"https:\/\/homershoneybee.com\/products\/varroa-easycheck-mite-test","provider":"Homer's Honeybee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}