APIFLUVA Bienenmilben-Behandlungsstreifen | Packung mit 20 Einheiten

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is APIFLUVA?

  Apifluva strips are part of the classic varroa mite strip series from the APIBUZZ brand. Its active ingredient is fluvalinate, making it a basic product for treating varroa mites in bees. Every step of the product manufacturing process complies with GMP requirements.

• What happens if Apifluva strips get wet?

  If Apifluva strips get wet, they may become less effective or clump together. Heavy moisture potentially affects the slow release of fluvalinate. Although fluvalinate itself isn't water-soluble, moisture can affect the plastic strip material or the binding agent. This factor alters the slow-release mechanism in the strips.

• What can I do if Apifluva strips get wet?

  If they're just slightly damp, you might try drying the strips in a clean, dry, shaded place, but if they're drenched or clumped, they're unfit to use. Please avoid using Apifluva on rainy days. If you can't use them all up at once, always keep them sealed in the original packaging.

• Can you use Apifluva with honey supers on?

  No, you cannot use Apifluva strips with honey supers on the bee box for food safety considerations. The chemical agent will build up in the beeswax gradually. Unless you have already repaired new bee foundations to replace them, you will need to remove any honey supers.

• Are Apifluva strips safe for both adult bees and brood?

  Generally, they are safe, but we still keep taking caution. Fluvalinate is formulated to be highly toxic to bee mites. LD50 comparisons show that it is around 150 times safer for bees than related pesticides. For adult bees, using Apifluva in the correct method will not adversely affect strong bee colonies. The chemical has a greater effect on larvae. They will be in poor health even if they survive. Apifluva should not be used when the bee colony growth is at its peak. We should alternate between different chemical treatments for mites. Before and after mite treatment, we should consider improving colony resistance. For example, we can use Bee-Bestie honey bee supplement to strengthen the bee colonies.