Varroa Mite Test Bottle is a ready-to-use varroa mite shaker that makes monitoring infestations more accurate and reliable than ever before and best of all it is New Zealand made! Designed for effectiveness: The filter basket is the key to the test bottles reliability! Fallen mites pass through the slots in the base and sides of the filter basket. Quick and easy to use. And complete printed copyrighted instructions come in four languages (English, French, Spanish and German). Easily transportable and made from robust, solid material. Tight-fitting lid is leak-free and comfortable to use. A 1/2 cup measuring scoop is included and fits neatly in the test bottle when you are done. Transparent bowl allows accurate counting and reliable sampling. Why monitor varroa infestation? To detect a massive varroa build-up and plan treatment options (in early spring or between honey flows, for example). To optimize treatment strategy (when and how to treat). To discover early if the varroa mites are developing resistance to a particular treatment chemical. Did you know? A 3% infestation if not treated immediately will usually end with a dead hive. Please note this does NOT come with iso-propyl alcohol, which is readily available from your local hardware store.
