Apitraz, a pack of 10 30-cm strips for 5 Dadant hives, available in our organic pharmacy. Share your feedback on usage instructions and dosage with our partner. Reviews are verified after your purchase.
Natural Treatment for Varroa Mites, American Foulbrood, and Nosemosis
Treatment of external parasitic infestations caused by Varroa destructor that are susceptible to amitraz. APITRAZ 500 mg amitraz per strip; place 2 strips per hive after the last harvest for 8 to 10 weeks to control varroa mites in bees.
Beekeeping is a valuable activity that contributes to the pollination of many crops and the production of high-quality honey. However, bees—these incredible workers—face formidable enemies, one of the most dangerous being Varroa destructor, a parasitic mite responsible for significant losses in bee colonies. To effectively combat this scourge, beekeepers have a valuable ally at their disposal: Apitraz.
Varroa destructor is a parasitic mite that attacks bees, weakening colonies and sometimes causing them to collapse. Native to Asia, this parasite has become a global problem for Apis mellifera bees, including European honeybees. Varroasis, the disease caused by Varroa destructor, can result in considerable economic damage and threatens the survival of bees.
Apitraz is a strip designed to effectively combat varroasis in bees. Each strip contains 500 mg of amitraz, a synthetic compound in the amidine family known for its acaricidal and insecticidal activity. Amitraz acts as a neurotoxin, meaning it targets the nervous system of the parasites, in this case Varroa destructor.
Amitraz, the active ingredient in Apitraz, acts as an inhibitor of octopaminergic receptors. This neurological action inhibits normal nerve impulses in Varroa destructor, thereby causing paralysis. Once paralyzed, the Varroa mites are unable to move or feed, leading to their natural elimination by simple gravity. This targeted method of action effectively combats varroa mites without harming the bees themselves.
Protecting bees is essential to preserving our environment and our food chain. By choosing Apitraz as a solution for varroa mite control, beekeepers contribute to the health of their bee colonies and the long-term viability of their hives. Using Apitraz is a reliable and proven way to protect bees while supporting the pollination of our crops.
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Use two strips per hive (equivalent to 1 g of amitraz per hive), and hang them between the frames at the level of the bee cluster. Place the strips between the frames where the bees are most active. Hang the strips so that the bees have free access to both sides, while maintaining a minimum space for the bees.
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Precautions for Use
White rectangular plastic strip equipped with two fasteners and featuring a fold mark.
Packaging:
Apitraz, a pack of 10 strips (30 cm), comes in a pouch containing 10 strips (300 mm × 40 mm)
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