Ensure fast and effective varroa control with Mite Away Quick Strips.

An organic, sustainable miticide, Mite Away Quick Strips (MAQS) target varroa mites where they reproduce, under the brood cap. Manufactured in ready-to-use strips, it is a quick one-week treatment and can be used with honey supers on.

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Why Choose Mite Away Quick Strips?

    HIGH EFFICACY

    Up to 98% efficacy¹ and kills mites under the brood cap.

    RESIDUE FREE

    Treat during the honey flow. Mite Away Quick Strips leave no residues in wax or honey.

    READY TO USE

    Mite Away Quick Strips are manufactured in ready-to-use strips. No mixing required.

    NATURAL

    All ingredients in Mite Away Quick Strips are natural and organically certified for use.

    BIODEGRADABLE

    Mite Away Quick Strips are made from biodegradable materials and can be composted after use.

    QUICK TREATMENT OPTIONS

    Two treatment options when local thresholds are met, choose from 7-day or 21-day treatments.

    NO RESISTANCE

    Formic acid has been used for over 30 years without any known resistance.

    1. Van Alten, Tam & Kempers, 2009.

    Package Sizes & Components

    Mite Away Quick Strips

    2 Dose (4 Strips)

    Mite Away Quick Strips

    10 Dose (20 Strips)

    Mite Away Quick Strips

    30 Dose (60 Strips)

    APPLICATION OVERVIEW

    Get simple mite treatment, fast.

    Mite Away Quick Strips are formulated in ready-to-use strips containing the active ingredient: formic acid. This organic acid works to penetrate the brood cap, targeting varroa mites where they reproduce. This effective treatment protects the developing bees of your colony when they’re most vulnerable. As an organic, sustainable miticide, this treatment can be used as part of an integrated pest management (IPM) program. Always follow the special precautions for safe and effective use.

    Application Video

    Watch the Mite Away Quick Strips application video to see about it targets varroa mites and the two treatment options.

    Treatment Guidelines & Instructions

    Read all instructions for proper use of Mite Away Quick Strips to get the best results from your treatment.

    • Learn about the two application options: 7-day and 21-day treatments
    • Get all the info on our labels and download the product SDS, organic certificate, and field guide

    HOW TO BUY

    Protect your colonies with Mite Away Quick Strips.

    Mite Away Quick Strips are available through beekeeping supply stores and authorized distributors. Find NOD Apiary Products in your area:

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    PRODUCT FAQ

    Answering your questions from the field.

    We want to help you provide the best treatment possible. We’ve collected the most common questions straight from our customers to ensure straightforward answers from our team.

    Top Questions

    I SEE SOME DEAD BEES AT THE ENTRANCE OF MY HIVE, WHAT IS HAPPENING?

    WHAT TYPE OF PROTECTIVE CLOTHING SHOULD I WEAR WHEN WORKING WITH MITE AWAY QUICK STRIPS?

    CAN I TREAT WITH HONEY SUPERS ON?

    What beekeepers are saying…

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