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The icing sugar will fall into the water and dissolve while if there are any mites present, they float on the water surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter all sugar is shaken out, open the lid and return the bees back to their hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully examine the water for potential mites or pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you suspect there are any exotic mites such as “Varroa Mite” (small tick shape, red\/brown in colour) present, please contact the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on \u003ca href=\"tel:+611800084881\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (24 hours a day, every day of the year)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/48vomY-If2Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003edetailed video of the sugar shake process\u003c\/a\u003e, view the below video from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (DPI’s) Tocal College showing the whole process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/48vomY-If2Q\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzbee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42703491137776,"sku":"HTH\/VER-SUG-SHK","price":18.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/products\/health-sugar-shaker-01.jpg?v=1659962296"},{"product_id":"varroa-mite-testing-kit-including-sugar-shaker-and-uncapping-fork","title":"Varroa Mite Testing Kit including Sugar Shaker and Uncapping Fork","description":"\u003cscript language=\"javascript\"\u003e\nfunction forceTemplateChages(){  \n    console.log(\"in forceTemplateChage\");\n    \/*-- Force the toggle of opening\/closing the Description panel --*\/\n    $(\".expandable-content__toggle\").click();\n};\n$(document).ready(function(){\n    forceTemplateChages();\n});\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eVARROA MITE DETECTION TESTING KITS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eWith the recent detection of the Varroa Mite in NSW, we are sending our kits out as quickly as possible to all States including NSW. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff8000;\"\u003eALL VARROA DETECTION TESTING KITS ARE IN STOCK.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the recent cases of the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarroa mites (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarroa jacobsoni\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eV. destructor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e) are the most serious pest of honey bees worldwide. The mites are tiny reddish brown external parasites of honey bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHEIGHTENED ALERT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNSW DPI detecting the varroa mite 22 June 2022 , which was confirmed as \u003cem\u003eVarroa destructor,\u003c\/em\u003e in biosecurity surveillance hives at the Port of Newcastle, New South Wales. There is heightened surveillance of all mites nationwide including the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVarroa mites (\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarroa jacobsoni \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eV. destructor\u003c\/em\u003e). \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese mites are tiny reddish brown in colour and attached on to honey bee, their unborn larvae and effectively suck the nutrients from our bees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW IS IT CHARACTERISED?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn their own, individual mites are easily identifiable to the naked eye.  Left untreated varroa mite will kill any bee hive it infects. All feral and untreated bee colonies will eventually die.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW IS ITS SPREAD?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrone bees are able to move varroa mites from hive to hive and even between apiaries. Mites are agile, move into hives quickly and transfer through contact between bees. There are strict quarantine requirements in place to protect the Australian honey bee industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWHAT TO DO?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeekeepers are encouraged to test their own hives regularly for varroa however its regulation in many Australian states, that this inspection is undertaken at least twice per year. This is best taken in the mid-spring and again mid-autumn before the winter preparation. Using the simple \u003cstrong\u003esugar shake test\u003c\/strong\u003e which is a non-destructive test and targets to not kill the bees and the \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edrone larvae varroa test\u003c\/strong\u003e which unfortunately will destroy some grubs however this process is undertaken for the long term good of the colony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSugar Shake Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen varroa mites are dusted with pure icing sugar, the fine granules stick to their feet which then makes it difficult to grip onto surfaces. The dusting coating of icing sugar on adult bees causes mites to fall off the bee into the white sugar where they are more easily seen. This separation is essential because when shaken the mites now separated from the bees, can now fall though the metal mesh into a surface of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis simple sugar shake detection method is now used by many beekeepers throughout Australia and New Zealand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents of product:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSugar Shaker with special stainless-steel mesh x 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIcing Sugar Sachet x 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstructions of the Sugar Shaker Bee Test \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncapping Fork for Drone Uncapping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOversized Bee Drop Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample Vial for collecting Mites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBucket for holding water for the test and storing the kit together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOversized Bee Drop Sheet and funnel for collecting Sample of Bees.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is placed underneath a brood frame containing bees, the bees are then shaken off the frame and fall upon this drop sheet. Its specially designed to be oversized to capture all falling bees, waterproof for use in the field on wet areas whilst flexible to aid the funnelling of the bees into either a sugar shaker or alcohol wash container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/Sugar-shake-demo-on-paper2_480x480.jpg?v=1659092617\" alt=\"Sugar Shake Bees onto Oversized Bee drop sheet\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe process in using the Sugar Shake Test for Bees are as follows:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the lid and all contents inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect a frame\/s of bees that does not hold the queen bee but is also a central frame to the brood. The Queen Bee \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003emust not\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e be used in this test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut approximately 200 - 250 worker and drone bees (1\/2 cup) in the sugar shaker container and then securely replace the lid, carefully add 1 tablespoon (tbsp) of icing sugar through the grill mesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly, without shaking the bees, roll the sugar shaker minimising the loss of icing sugar for about 2 minutes. Ensure that the bees are fully coated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePause for 2 minutes and do not move the bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat step 4 with another 2 minutes of rolling the sugar shaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a bucket of clean water ready, turn the sugar shaker upside down and shake the container over the water. The icing sugar will fall into the water and dissolve while if there are any mites present, they float on the water surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter all sugar is shaken out, open the lid and return the bees back to their hive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully examine the water for potential mites or pests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/48vomY-If2Q\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed video of the sugar shake process\u003c\/a\u003e, view the below video from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (DPI’s) Tocal College showing the whole process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/48vomY-If2Q\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDrone Larvae Varroa Test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe uncapping fork test is not a replacement for the mite drop test, but is a useful additional tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not just uncap the first few drone brood you meet in a hive, it is necessary to uncap 100 cells or more, and see no mites, to be reasonably sure that the hive is not infested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best tool for this test is an uncapping fork with stainless steel prongs. Use one prong to uncap odd cells to establish the age of the larvae. When you find a group of drone cells that are at the pink eye stage. Insert the whole fork from the side so that the prongs will go through the thorax of the grubs. Pull out an area roughly 70 mm square.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/drone-uncapping-02_1024x1024.jpg?v=1657359197\" alt=\"Undertaking Varroa Drone capping test - check pink eyes\" style=\"float: none; max-width: 1000px; min-width: 200px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to use grubs of the right age otherwise they are too mushy and your actions will result in much mess and be a waisted exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/drone-uncapping-03_1024x1024.jpg?v=1657359294\" alt=\"Capping honey bee drones in varroa drine capping test\" style=\"float: none; max-width: 1000px; min-width: 200px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou also need an adequate supply of drones (most beekeepers seem to avoid producing them in the mistaken belief that they will get a lower honey crop if drones are produced). Drones are a critical part of the colony function to ensure you have sufficient quantities before starting the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/drone-uncapping-01_1024x1024.jpg?v=1657359359\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: none; max-width: 1000px; min-width: 200px; width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrone uncapping for Varroa mites. Notice the dark brown spots on the larvae.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eImage courtesy Kiwimana.co.nz 2011\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/3bSgyUSj-CQ\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed video of the drone uncapping, testing for the varroa mite\u003c\/a\u003e, view the below video from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (DPI’s) showing the drone uncapping process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3bSgyUSj-CQ\" title=\"Drone uncapping when checking bee hives for varroa mites\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHOW DO I REPORT IT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNationwide (Australia)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you suspect there are any exotic mites such as “Varroa Mite” (small tick shape, red\/brown in colour) present, please contact the National Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on \u003ca href=\"tel:+611800084881\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (24 hours a day, every day of the year). Alternatively your state details are below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eACT \u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Australia Capital Territory)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives:  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cityservices.act.gov.au\/pets-and-wildlife\/wildlife\/pest-insects\/bees\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.cityservices.act.gov.au\/pets-and-wildlife\/wildlife\/pest-insects\/bees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (Exotic Plant Pest Hotline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNSW \u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity New South Wales)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.service.nsw.gov.au\/transaction\/apply-beekeeper-registration\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.service.nsw.gov.au\/transaction\/apply-beekeeper-registration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e www: \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.dpi.nsw.gov.au\/hives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.dpi.nsw.gov.au\/hives\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eemail:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:hive.location@emergency.dpi.nsw.gov.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehive.location@emergency.dpi.nsw.gov.au\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan\u003etel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Hive location reporting: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forms.bfs.dpi.nsw.gov.au\/forms\/9247\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/forms.bfs.dpi.nsw.gov.au\/forms\/9247\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNT (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Northern Territory)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e Register your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nt.gov.au\/industry\/agriculture\/livestock\/honey-bees-and-beekeeping\/register-your-bee-hives\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nt.gov.au\/industry\/agriculture\/livestock\/honey-bees-and-beekeeping\/register-your-bee-hives\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:plantbiosecurity@nt.gov.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplantbiosecurity@nt.gov.au\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800084881\" class=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eQLD (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Queensland)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.business.qld.gov.au\/industries\/farms-fishing-forestry\/agriculture\/niche-industries\/bees-beekeeping\/beekeeping\/hive-registration\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.business.qld.gov.au\/industries\/farms-fishing-forestry\/agriculture\/niche-industries\/bees-beekeeping\/beekeeping\/hive-registration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eemail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@daf.qld.gov.au\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@daf.qld.gov.au\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etel: \u003ca href=\"tel:132523\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e13 25 23\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAuslan Connections (Deaf Services) \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"call 07 3892 8554\" href=\"tel:0738928554\" data-mce-href=\"tel:0738928554\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e07 3892 8554\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"call   07 3892 8512\" href=\"tel:0738928512\" data-mce-href=\"tel:0738928512\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e07 3892 8512\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity South Australia)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pir.sa.gov.au\/biosecurity\/animal_health\/bees\/beekeeper_registration\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pir.sa.gov.au\/biosecurity\/animal_health\/bees\/beekeeper_registration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:PIRSA.beebiosecurity@sa.gov.au\" target=\"_parent\"\u003ePIRSA.beebiosecurity@sa.gov.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (Exotic Plant Pest Hotline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTAS \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Tasmania)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/nre.tas.gov.au\/biosecurity-tasmania\/animal-biosecurity\/animal-health\/bees\/beekeeper-registration-form\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/nre.tas.gov.au\/biosecurity-tasmania\/animal-biosecurity\/animal-health\/bees\/beekeeper-registration-form\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:biosecurity.tasmania@nre.tas.gov.au\" target=\"_parent\"\u003ebiosecurity.tasmania@nre.tas.gov.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (Exotic Plant Pest Hotline)\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:+61361653777\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e03 6165 3777\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e VIC \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Victoria)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bees.agriculture.vic.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/bees.agriculture.vic.gov.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:honeybee.biosecurity@agriculture.vic.gov.au\" target=\"_parent\"\u003ehoneybee.biosecurity@agriculture.vic.gov.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (Exotic Plant Pest Hotline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiosecurity Western Australia)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegister your hives: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.agric.wa.gov.au\/livestock-biosecurity\/registering-owner-stock-or-beekeeper\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.agric.wa.gov.au\/livestock-biosecurity\/registering-owner-stock-or-beekeeper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e email: \u003ca href=\"mailto:padis@dpird.wa.gov.au\" target=\"_parent\"\u003epadis@dpird.wa.gov.au\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e tel: \u003ca href=\"tel:1800%20084%20881\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e (Exotic Plant Pest Hotline)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzbee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43172062888176,"sku":"HTH\/KIT-VER-SUG-SHK-FRK","price":62.55,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/products\/kits-varroa-testing-04.jpg?v=1659962568"},{"product_id":"varroa-mite-alcohol-wash-detection-kit","title":"Varroa Mite Alcohol Wash Detection Kit","description":"\u003ch1\u003eVARROA MITE ALCOHOL WASH DETECTION KIT FOR DETECTING EXTERNAL PARASITES SUCH AS VARROA MITES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Buzzbee Varroa Mite Alcohol Wash Detection Kit is a comprehensive solution for detecting mite infestations. The kit includes Varroa Check, a reliable method for detecting mites, proven to be 95% accurate in test results. Keep your colonies safe and healthy with the Varroa Mite Alcohol Wash Detection Kit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBeekeepers are encouraged to test their own hives regularly for varroa however its regulation in many Australian states, that this inspection is undertaken at least twice per year. This is best taken in the mid-spring and again mid-autumn before the winter preparation. You are encouraged to undertake the test using either this \u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Wash Detection Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e or the simple \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/buzzbee.com.au\/products\/sugar-shaker-for-detecting-external-parasites-such-as-varroa-mites\" title=\"Sugar Shake Test for detecting Varroa Mites\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esugar shake test\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ewhich is a non-destructive test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipment you need:\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol Wash Detection container \u003cbr\u003eClear alcohol such as methylated spirits\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAlcohol Wash Detection Kit into its individual parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour methylated spirits into the clear screw top container to approx. two-thirds full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocate the queen and set the frame she is on aside (The alcohol will kill the queen)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose 2 to 3 brood frames, shake bees off into the large tub or open container. Wait about 2 minutes for forager bees to disperse and fly off, The nurse bees will remain in the tub. (Brood\/Nurse bees will have highest mite count)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBump the bees to a corner of the tub, then using the alcohol wash meshed cup to scoop up bees until about half full. This will be approximately 300 bees.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert the metal mesh cup (including the bees) into the clear main container and screw the lid on firmly. Hold it upright and vigorously swirl the container for 60 seconds. Any mites present will fall off the bees and settle on the bottom of the container.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfterwards wait about 60 seconds keeping the testing unit still and then repeat the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003evigorously swirl the container for another 60 seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf mites are present, you will be able to see the mites on the bottom of the clear container. For closer inspection, remove and discard the bees and pore the alcohol\/\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emethylated through a filter paper into another container, where it can be recycles and reused for future tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecord the mite count and in the event mites are detected, refer to best practice for the appropriate treatment and monitoring activity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you suspect there are any exotic mites such as “Varroa Mite” (small tick shape, red\/brown in colour) present, please contact the Exotic Plant Pest Hotline on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:+611800084881\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1800 084 881\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e (24 hours a day, every day of the year)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis test results in the loss of approximately 300 bees; however, they will be quickly replenished as a healthy queen will lay around 2000 eggs per day. Discard the deceased test bees and return any remaining house bees to the hive. Airborne foragers will safely make their own way back to the hive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt current most states within Australia are requiring to conduct mite checks on your bees at least twice during the bee season. If you have a small number of hives (fewer than 10), we recommend that you check every hive. For commercial operators with apiaries of 50 or more hives, checking at least 1 in every 4 hives will quickly identify the level of mite risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/I7YEx5vvEsY\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed video of the Varroa Mite Alcohol Wash \u003c\/a\u003e, view the below video from the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries (DPI’s) Tocal College showing the whole process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I7YEx5vvEsY\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzbee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44027295760624,"sku":"HTH\/VER-ALC-WSH","price":18.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/health-varroa-alcohol-wash-05.jpg?v=1688029819"},{"product_id":"screened-ventilation-bottom-board-with-metal-pest-control-draw-tray","title":"Screened Ventilation Bottom Board with Metal Pest Control Draw Tray","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Screened Ventilation Bottom Board with Metal Pest Control Draw Tray is designed to provide optimal ventilation to hives during hot months while deterring pests like Small Hive Beetles, Wax moths, and Varroa. Constructed with a metal tray provides the flexibility to hold an oil bath or to hold a Sticky Mat, this bottom board is essential for optimal pest control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzbee","offers":[{"title":"8 Frame Size","offer_id":48234775970032,"sku":"HP\/FLRV-08F-VENT-TRY-ASPY","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Frame Size","offer_id":48234776002800,"sku":"HP\/FLRV-10F-VENT-TRY-ASPY","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/hive-parts-ventilated-floor-10F-mk2-01.jpg?v=1688911441"},{"product_id":"queen-bee-isolation-cage-for-forcing-brood-breaks-for-varroa-treatments-kit","title":"Queen Bee Isolation Cage for Forcing Brood Breaks for Varroa Treatments Kit","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCage for Fighting Varroa through a Forced Brood Break\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis kit provides an effective and easy-to-use Varroa control method: the Queen Bee Isolation Cage. By separating the queen bee from her hive for brood breaks, it effectively interrupts the life cycle of Varroa mites and helps protect your bees from infestations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Varroa Confinement Queen Collection Cage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cage allows the queen bee confinement but the passage of worker bees. Once confined to the cage, the queen stops laying throughout the caging period, without effecting its state of health and without too much effort from the beekeeper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"widget-title\"\u003eKit Queen Collector and Marking Holding Fork\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this practical tools you can easily and confidently capture and mark the queen bee in a simple way and without damaging her:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe plastic \u003cstrong\u003eHolding Fork\u003c\/strong\u003e is equipped with a flexable elastic band to easily hold the queen bee still on the honeycomb, without damaging her;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn conjunction with the \u003cstrong\u003eQueen Collector,\u003c\/strong\u003e then allows the beekeeper to confine the queen bee effectively and fast in the \u003cstrong\u003eConfinement Queen Collection Cage\u003c\/strong\u003e where she will be restricted from laying. This will create a forced brood break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdvantages:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efast and secure marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen confinement fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic and easy to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo damage to the bee queen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQueen Collector is made of transparent plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buzzbee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44109974339824,"sku":"HTH\/VAR-ISO-CGE-KIT","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0414\/1973\/5191\/files\/queen-brood-forced-break-kit-04.jpg?v=1686664904"},{"product_id":"varroa-mite-sticky-mat-board-used-with-ventilated-screened-bottom-board-floors-pack-4","title":"Varroa Mite Sticky Mat Board used with Ventilated Screened Bottom Board Floors (Pack 4)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntroducing the Varroa Mite Sticky Board for Counting and Monitoring Mites Inside a Bee Hive! As a seasoned beekeeper, you understand the importance of keeping your bees healthy and thriving. At Buzzbee Beekeeping, we've developed a modern solution to help you monitor and manage varroa mite infestations in your beehives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned specifically to be used in beehive ventilated floors, these varroa mite boards, also known as IPM boards or sticky boards, serve a multitude of purposes. Simply slide them underneath the screened bottom board of your hive, and you're ready to go. Counting varroa mites or debris is a breeze with the coloured checkerboard grid on these trays. The contrasting colours make it easy to keep track of your mite count, ensuring you stay on top of potential infestations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor effective monitoring, you can in addition coat these thin boards with petroleum jelly to create a sticky surface. 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Look no further than our Compact Easy to use, Varroa MITE Treatment Oxalic Acid Vaporiser! Designed with the needs of planned and cautious beekeepers in mind, this tool will elevate your beekeeping preparation to a level incase is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSay goodbye to complicated procedures and hello to simplicity. Our hive vaporiser is incredibly user-friendly, making it a breeze to use. With its fast heating capability, you'll be able to get your treatment done in no time. By improving the living environment of your bees, you'll help maintain the health of your bees whilst keeping the mite count down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuality matters, and we understand that. That's why our vaporiser is crafted with a premium aluminium heating plate. Not only does it resist corrosion, but it also has excellent thermal conductivity, ensuring efficient and consistent heating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEase of use is at the forefront of our design. Simply connect the power supply and let it charge for a while. Soon, you'll witness the complete atomisation and evaporation of the oxalic acid, providing your bees with the treatment they need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLet's talk specifications. Our oxalic acid vaporiser boasts an impressive output power of 150 watts. It requires a 12-volt power supply, which can be easily provided by a lawn mower, tractor, motorcycle, or car battery. We've made sure to keep it convenient for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePracticality is key, and our oxalic acid vaporiser delivers. It quickly and effectively vaporises the oxalic acid within the beehive, offering a simple and efficient method for your beekeeping work. 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As a planned beekeeper, you know how crucial it is to effectively prepare and manage in the event varroa mites could invade your region. Look no further, because our vaporiser is here to revolutionise your varroa mite treatment process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSay goodbye to ineffective methods and hello to the most effective tool for varroa mite treatment. Our stainless steel propane insect fogger oxalic acid vaporiser fogger is specifically designed to attack varroa mites, making it the ultimate solution for your beekeeping needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConvenience meets efficiency with our vaporiser where no mains or battery connection required, thus providing total fexability in working in remote areas. It simplifies the entire process of varroa mite management, providing you with the most effective and convenient tool available. By using the fumigation method, the solution evaporates and delivers the necessary treatment components to your bees. Ensure the well-being of your bees while effectively treating varroa mites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo, how does it work? Our fogger vaporises the treatment solution without forming any crystals. It emits a dense white fog\/smoke consisting of very fine droplets, measuring around 15-18 microns. These droplets don't harm the bees but play a crucial role in blocking the breathing spiracles of the varroa mites. As the bees groom themselves, the fog circulates throughout the hive, significantly increasing treatment efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the significant advantages of vaporising is its compatibility with organic beekeeping. By using clean environmental products such as oxalic acid and thymol, you can effectively tackle varroa mites without resorting to chemicals. 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That's why our vaporiser is designed to be easily cleaned, making your beekeeping experience hassle-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe vaporiser from Buzzbee Beekeeping can be used with oxalic acid crystals or oxalic acid tablets. Simply connect the vaporiser to a 220V power source, generator, or inverter, and let it heat up for 8-10 minutes. Place the appropriate amount of oxalic acid powder or tablet in the cap, position the vaporiser in the entrance of the beehive, and start the process. In just 25 seconds, the vaporisation process is complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur vaporiser boasts a range of impressive features, including a PID thermostat for precise temperature control, durable stainless steel construction, a highly effective heating element, and quick treatment time. 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Experience the ultimate flexibility with our Disposable Safety Nitrile Gloves! Perfect for beekeepers who require dexterity for meticulous tasks, these lightweight and thin gloves provide maximum sensitivity and control. Unlike leather gloves, our gloves offer superior protection against harsh chemicals, ensuring your safety in various conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Nitrile Gloves are the Best Gloves for Handling Bees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile it may seem counterintuitive, thin but durable gloves are actually the superior choice as beekeeping gloves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe sole benefit of thick leather gloves is that you can’t feel the bees. 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