How to Use Formic Pro to Fight Varroa Mites in Honey Bees

Watch as Betterbee demonstrates how to apply Formic Pro treatments to control varroa mites in honey bee colonies. This video covers safe handling practices, proper placement of the pads, and the importance of temperature guidelines when using formic acid.

Read About Varroa Mites and Other Pests

• Making a Varroa Management Plan Before Beekeeping Season
• Sample Full-Year Varroa Management Plans
• The Importance of Having an Integrated Pest Management Plan to Fight Varroa
• Three Ways to Count Your Varroa Mite Problems
  • Use Mite Monitoring Boards to Count Varroa Mites (and FAQs about Mite Monitoring Boards)
  • How to Do Sugar Rolls to Test for Varroa Mites
  • How to Use the Varroa EasyCheck (Alcohol Wash) Sampling Method
• How to Use the Oxalic Acid Dribble Method
• How to Do an Oxalic Acid Vaporization Using a Varrox Wand
• Using Oxalic Acid in Late Fall for Better Mite Control Next Year
• Late Season Varroa Mite Treatment Options
• Summer Treatments for Varroa: Two and a Half Good Choices
• Protect Your Honey Bees From Pests & Enemies
• Keeping Wax Moths Under Control