Monitoring for Varroa Mites: Alcohol Wash Method
Step-by-step instructions for how to complete an alcohol wash to check your hive for varroa mites. “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” We wholeheartedly agree with this expression—especially when it comes to monitoring for varroa mites. Yes… mite checks...
Seasonal Beekeeping Checklists: Fall
Successfully overwintering your colonies can be a complicated task. From large commercial operations to backyard hives, beekeepers need to start preparing for winter months in advance. At NOD Headquarters in Ontario, autumn has arrived. This time of year is often our...