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By embracing the Sugar Shake Varroa Mite Test Kit, you embark on a journey of compassion and stewardship, ensuring the long-term health and prosperity of your cherished bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40402635096149,"sku":null,"price":16.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/ChatGPT_Image_May_1_2026_07_23_25_PM.webp?v=1777816116"},{"product_id":"8-10-frames-mesh-bottom-board-rubber-feet-with-beetle-trap","title":"8\/10 Frames Mesh Bottom Board Rubber Feet With Beetle Trap","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNo Painting Needed — Premium Hive Defence Built In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eThe bottom board is the foundation of every healthy hive — and most beekeepers underestimate just how much it impacts colony health. A bad bottom board means beetle infestations, moisture damage, ant invasions, and stressed colonies. Our Wax-Dipped Mesh Bottom Board with Beetle Trap delivers all-season hive defence in a single thoughtfully-engineered unit — and every board now comes wax-dipped as standard, no painting required, ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eMade from premium New Zealand pine treated with hot wax that penetrates deep into the timber fibres — a traditional commercial beekeeping treatment used by serious operators for over a century. Features include a fine stainless mesh screen floor, removable beetle trap tray, slanted entrance for drainage, and rubber-lined feet for ground isolation. Every detail is engineered for genuine hive defence. Available in both 8-frame and 10-frame sizes to fit your Langstroth setup. At $71.49 (was $75.49), it’s the bottom board upgrade your colonies will thank you for — with cleaner hives, healthier brood, and dramatically less seasonal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Wax-Dipped Instead of Painted?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003eEvery bottom board we sell is wax-dipped — because it’s genuinely superior to painted timber in every way that matters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo painting required — ever\u003c\/b\u003e — the wax penetrates the timber, providing built-in weather protection that lasts the life of the board\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePenetrates deep into the timber\u003c\/b\u003e — unlike paint which only coats the surface, hot wax soaks into the wood fibres for genuine protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eZero chemicals near your bees\u003c\/b\u003e — just pure natural beeswax and microcrystalline wax; nothing toxic, nothing synthetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eBetter moisture resistance\u003c\/b\u003e — wax repels water at the molecular level; paint can crack, peel, and let moisture in over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eNaturally bee-friendly\u003c\/b\u003e — bees recognise wax as part of their natural environment; some research suggests they accept wax-treated equipment faster\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eLasts longer\u003c\/b\u003e — wax-dipped boards typically last 20+ years vs 10–15 for well-maintained painted boards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo re-coating needed\u003c\/b\u003e — painted boards need re-painting every 3–5 years; wax-dipped is a one-time treatment that’s done\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Exactly Is Wax Dipping?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eWax dipping is a traditional commercial beekeeping wood treatment that’s been used for over a century. The process is straightforward: timber components are submerged in a hot bath of beeswax mixed with microcrystalline or paraffin wax at around 150°C. The high temperature drives any moisture out of the wood, and the molten wax flows deep into the timber fibres, replacing the water and sealing the wood from the inside out. Once cooled, the timber is completely weatherproof, rot-resistant, and treated with materials that are 100% bee-safe. This is how New Zealand commercial beekeepers have protected their equipment for generations — and now you can have the same premium finish on your hive’s most important component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does the Mesh + Beetle Trap Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003eThis is genuinely the most effective chemical-free beetle control system available. Three-stage defence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eStage 1 — Bees push beetles down\u003c\/b\u003e — worker bees naturally try to expel beetles, herding them toward the floor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eStage 2 — Beetles fall through mesh\u003c\/b\u003e — the fine stainless screen lets debris and beetles pass through but stops bees from going down\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eStage 3 — Beetles trapped in tray\u003c\/b\u003e — the removable tray below collects them where they can’t escape back into the hive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eResult: \u003cb\u003edramatic reduction in small hive beetle populations\u003c\/b\u003e without using any chemicals near your honey. This is exactly the approach recommended by Australian beekeeping associations — and it works year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s the Best Substance to Use in the Tray?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiatomaceous earth (DE) is genuinely the best choice\u003c\/b\u003e — it’s what experienced Australian beekeepers consistently recommend. Better than cooking oil and dramatically better than nothing. Here’s why DE wins:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% natural and chemical-free\u003c\/b\u003e — just fossilised diatom shells; completely safe near your honey and bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eMechanically kills beetles\u003c\/b\u003e — the microscopic sharp edges of the DE particles damage the beetles’ exoskeletons and dehydrate them; no chemicals needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eStays dry and effective longer\u003c\/b\u003e — oil pools turn rancid in hot weather and need replacing every 1–2 weeks; DE stays effective for months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo mess or smell\u003c\/b\u003e — oil leaks if the tray is bumped and creates a sticky cleanup; DE is a clean dry powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eWon’t attract bees\u003c\/b\u003e — bees can be drawn into oil traps and drown; DE doesn’t attract them\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheap and easy to find\u003c\/b\u003e — food-grade DE is widely available; a single bag treats your traps for an entire year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/b\u003e sprinkle a thin layer (about 5–10mm deep) across the bottom of the tray; slide back into position; check and refresh every 1–2 months during beetle season. That’s it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Is the Slanted Entrance Important?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eWater is the silent killer of beehives. Standing water at the entrance leads to mould, mildew, rotted timber, drowned bees, and seriously stressed colonies. A slanted entrance solves this elegantly: rainwater that hits the entrance immediately flows down and away from the hive rather than pooling. This single design detail transforms hive longevity in regions with regular rainfall (which is most of Australia). Combined with the rubber-lined feet keeping the entire board off the ground, your hive sits in genuinely dry, well-drained conditions year-round — even during heavy autumn storms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do the Rubber-Lined Feet Actually Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003eFour genuine practical functions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eGround moisture barrier\u003c\/b\u003e — lifts the entire bottom board off the wet ground; prevents the rot and decay that destroys hives sitting directly on damp soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eInsect protection\u003c\/b\u003e — makes it harder for ants, termites, and crawling insects to reach the hive entrance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eVibration dampening\u003c\/b\u003e — absorbs minor ground movement that would otherwise stress the bees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eStability\u003c\/b\u003e — provides level support on uneven ground; prevents the hive tilting and collecting moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeekeeper-friendly tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Combined with a proper hive stand, the rubber-lined feet add genuine extra protection — don’t skip the stand thinking the feet are enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does Dual-Function Ventilation Work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eThis is one of the smartest features. The \u003cb\u003eremovable tray\u003c\/b\u003e gives you \u003cb\u003etwo distinct operating modes\u003c\/b\u003e depending on the season:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eTray IN — Beetle protection mode\u003c\/b\u003e (autumn, winter, spring): tray catches beetles and debris; standard configuration most of the year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eTray OUT — Summer ventilation mode\u003c\/b\u003e (hot weather): removing the tray opens full mesh ventilation under the hive; dramatically reduces internal temperature and humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eDuring Australian summer heatwaves, hive overheating is a real problem — brood can die, queens stop laying, and colonies cluster outside the hive. The open-tray ventilation mode lets the colony breathe through the floor, dropping internal temperatures by 5–10°C on extreme days. Slide the tray back in when temperatures normalise. Seasonal adaptability without buying separate equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I Get 8-Frame or 10-Frame?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003eChoose based on your hive system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003e8-Frame (50.5cm × 35.5cm):\u003c\/b\u003e if you have an 8-frame Langstroth hive system — the lighter, more approachable beekeeping standard that’s growing in popularity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003e10-Frame (50.5cm × 40.5cm):\u003c\/b\u003e if you have a standard 10-frame Langstroth system — the most common Australian configuration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant:\u003c\/b\u003e 8-frame and 10-frame components are NOT interchangeable. Make sure to select the size that matches your existing brood boxes and supers. If you’re building a new hive, our matching 8-frame and 10-frame Ideal boxes pair perfectly with this bottom board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Do I Maintain the Bottom Board?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5.0pt;\"\u003eMaintenance is genuinely minimal thanks to the wax-dipped finish:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmpty the beetle trap tray\u003c\/b\u003e every 1–2 months during beetle season — just slide out, dispose of contents, refill with DE, slide back\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean the mesh screen\u003c\/b\u003e annually with a soft brush — remove accumulated wax debris and propolis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eCheck rubber-lined feet\u003c\/b\u003e annually for wear or ant damage — replace if needed (parts available)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eExterior maintenance\u003c\/b\u003e — essentially zero; the wax dipping does all the protection work\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eNo re-painting ever\u003c\/b\u003e — unlike painted bottom boards that need re-coating every few years, your wax-dipped board is a permanent solution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is This Bottom Board Built For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eThis bottom board is essential equipment for any serious Australian beekeeper. It’s especially valuable for anyone with small hive beetle pressure (most of Australia), backyard beekeepers wanting set-and-forget pest control, hobbyists upgrading from solid timber bottom boards to better-performing mesh designs, commercial beekeepers needing reliable bulk hive equipment, beekeepers in humid or wet climates (coastal Queensland, NSW, Victoria) where moisture is a constant threat, anyone tired of repainting hives, and new beekeepers building their first hive from quality components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Wax-dipped mesh bottom board with beetle trap and rubber-lined feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium New Zealand pine, wax-dipped\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Wax-dipped — no painting required, ever\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eWax-dipping benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e Deep timber penetration, chemical-free, bee-friendly, 20+ year lifespan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize options:\u003c\/b\u003e 8-Frame (50.5cm × 35.5cm) OR 10-Frame (50.5cm × 40.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard Langstroth 8-frame and 10-frame hive systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eMesh screen:\u003c\/b\u003e Fine stainless steel — prevents bee passage, allows beetle drop-through\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeetle trap:\u003c\/b\u003e Removable galvanised tray — easy emptying and cleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended tray substance:\u003c\/b\u003e Food-grade diatomaceous earth (DE) — chemical-free, long-lasting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eEntrance:\u003c\/b\u003e Slanted design — directs rainwater away from hive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeet:\u003c\/b\u003e Rubber-lined — ground isolation, moisture barrier, ant protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eVentilation:\u003c\/b\u003e Dual-function tray (in for beetle control, out for summer ventilation)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"margin-left: 36.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/b\u003e 20–25+ years with proper care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoListParagraph\" style=\"text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; margin: 0cm 0cm 10.0pt 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e●\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomer rating:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.9\/5 stars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Beekeeping Gear?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10.0pt;\"\u003eBeekeeping Gear has been Australia’s trusted source for hive components, IPM equipment, and serious beekeeping essentials since 2016. We supply real Australian beekeepers from our showrooms in Granville (next to Clyde train station) and Meadowbrook (QLD), plus fast Australia-wide shipping on every order. The wax-dipped finish is exclusive to our Beekeeping Gear range — you won’t find this premium finish on most competitor bottom boards. Drop into the showroom to see the difference in person, or call us on 1300 692 766 for advice on building a complete healthy hive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 10.0pt 0cm 20.0pt 0cm;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrder your Wax-Dipped Mesh Bottom Board today\u003c\/b\u003e — the all-season hive defence with built-in beetle control, moisture management, and zero painting required for the life of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"8 Frames \/ Standard","offer_id":40407218847829,"sku":null,"price":71.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Frames \/ Wax Dipped","offer_id":42435274506325,"sku":null,"price":81.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Frames \/ Standard","offer_id":40407218880597,"sku":null,"price":71.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Frames \/ Wax Dipped","offer_id":42435274539093,"sku":null,"price":81.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/8-10-frames-mesh-bottom-board-rubber-feet-with-beetle-trap-4.webp?v=1779466231"},{"product_id":"varroa-mite-sticky-board-with-or-without-mesh-bottom-board","title":"Varroa Mite Sticky Board - 10 Frame Mite Monitor","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"margin-bottom: 3.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSee your mite drop without pulling a single frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarroa changed the maths for every beekeeper in the country. The question stopped being whether mites will turn up and became how many you are carrying, and when. You cannot make a sensible treatment decision without a number, and pulling the brood nest apart every few weeks to guess at one is hard on the bees and slow going for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA sticky board is the simplest way to get that number. It is a flat adhesive sheet that catches varroa mites as they drop off the bees and fall to the hive floor. You leave it in, come back, and count what landed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow a sticky board reads your hive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMites do not stay put. A certain number lose their grip through the day, often after a grooming bee has worked them loose, and they fall. Without anything to catch them, some climb straight back up. The adhesive ends that. Whatever lands stays where it is, which gives you a true picture of the natural mite drop inside the colony. Leave the board in for 48 hours, pull it out, and count what is stuck to the surface. That number is your starting point for everything that comes next.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith or without a mesh bottom board\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your hive has a mesh bottom board with a pest tray, simply cut the sticky board to size and slide it into the tray. The mesh keeps bees off the glue while mites fall through onto it. OZ ARMOUR painted hives are built this way, with a wax-dipped mesh bottom board and removable tray. 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Then count the mites on the board for a clearer picture of the true infestation level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-invasive, with no bees lost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome mite tests cost you bees. This one does not. Nothing gets washed or rolled to reach a count, and you are not pulling frames apart to do it. Slide the board in, leave the colony to carry on, and come back. That makes it easy to check often, which is really the point of monitoring at all. 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The thymol vapour kills phoretic Varroa mites on adult bees and disrupts mite reproduction, while leaving the bees unharmed when used as directed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Apiguard is a beekeeper favourite worldwide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-registered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — fully registered for use in Australia (registration #65570)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUp to 93% efficacy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — proven results across thousands of treatments globally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrganic \u0026amp; residue-free\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e —\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e no harmful chemicals left in honey, wax, or comb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — peel back the foil lid, place the tray on top of the brood frames, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eclose the hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLong shelf life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — manufacturer guarantees usability for 2 years after the printed expiry date when stored unopened in cool conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUsed in 60+ countries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — a global standard for organic Varroa management\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHow to use Apiguard Trays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAlways follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-approved label\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for full instructions. General guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2 trays per hive over a 6-week treatment cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApplication 1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Peel back the foil lid and place the first tray gel-side-up on top of the brood frames, centred over the colony. Leave for 2 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApplication 2:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e After 14 days, remove the first tray and place a second 50g tray in the same position. Leave for 4 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSpacing required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Leave at least 0.5cm between the tray and the hive cover for bee access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eImportant conditions for best results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTemperature matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Apiguard works best at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eabove 15°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, with optimal results between 15°C and 40°C. Cooler temperatures slow the treatment; warmer temperatures speed it up.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApply only when bees are active\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — distribution depends on bee movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney supers must be removed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e before treatment. Apiguard is not approved for use with honey supers in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOpen hive entrances fully\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — thymol vapour is heavier than air and needs ventilation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNo honey withholding period - safe and clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOnce treatment is complete and trays are removed, honey supers can be added back. Apiguard is one of the most trusted organic Varroa treatments precisely because it leaves no harmful residues in honey, wax, or comb.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSafety and Storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWear chemical-resistant gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e when handling, thymol can irritate skin and eyes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAvoid breathing vapours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e during application\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrder your Apiguard® 10-tray pack today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — and protect your colonies with one of the world’s most trusted organic Varroa treatments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40748224741461,"sku":null,"price":71.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/apiguard-varroa-treatment-pack.jpg?v=1704283950"},{"product_id":"formic-pro-organic-varroa-control","title":"Formic Pro - Organic Varroa Control - (Expiry August 2027)","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"description content has-padding-top\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFormic Pro - Organic Varroa Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect your bees naturally with Formic Pro, an organic varroa mite treatment trusted by professionals. 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Powerful, professional, proven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhat Is Oxalic Acid Vaporisation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOxalic acid vaporisation (also called sublimation)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is the process of converting solid oxalic acid powder into a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003efine vapour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e that’s released inside the hive. The vapour \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esettles on every bee, every comb surface, and every crevice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e inside the hive — reaching mites in places that liquid treatments can’t penetrate effectively. As the vapour cools, it forms \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emicroscopic oxalic acid crystals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ekill varroa mites by direct contact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e while leaving bees and brood completely unharmed. Research consistently shows vaporisation delivers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehigher mite knockdown rates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e than dribble methods, and is the standard technique used by serious commercial operators worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Choose Powder Over Liquid?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBoth Api-Bioxal Powder and Liquid contain the same APVMA-permitted oxalic acid — the choice comes down to your application method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eChoose Powder if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e you have (or plan to buy) a vaporiser, treat many hives, run a commercial operation, or want the option of BOTH vaporisation AND dribble methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eChoose Liquid if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e you have a small number of hives, prefer the simpler dribble-only method, and don’t want to invest in a vaporiser.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePowder is faster:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 25–30 seconds per hive vs several minutes per hive for dribble.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePowder is more efficient:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e higher mite knockdown via vaporisation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePowder is versatile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecan also be mixed with sugar syrup for dribble application.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHow Do I Use the Vaporisation Method?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVaporisation with a quality vaporiser (like our InstantVap Turbo or Compact) is straightforward:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLoad:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2.3g of Api-Bioxal Powder into your vaporiser\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSeal the hive:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e close all hive entrances and vents before treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVaporise:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e insert the vaporiser through the entrance, activate for approximately 3 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSeal again:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e keep the hive sealed for 15 minutes after treatment to allow vapour to penetrate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWear PPE:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and a respirator are essential — oxalic acid vapour damages lungs and eyes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCan I Still Use It With the Dribble Method?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYes — and that’s one of the smart features of the Powder. If you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edon’t have a vaporiser yet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e but want to be ready when you do, the Powder gives you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eflexibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Api-Bioxal Powder with 1:1 sugar syrup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e according to label directions, then \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edribble 5ml per seam of bees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (maximum 50ml per hive). The Powder dissolves cleanly into syrup, and you get the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esame organic, residue-free, APVMA-permitted treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e as the liquid form. One powder pack, two application options — ideal versatility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhen Is the Best Time to Treat?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApi-Bioxal works most effectively when your colony has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elittle to no capped brood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — because the treatment doesn’t reach varroa mites hidden inside capped brood cells. The best treatment windows are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLate autumn \/ early winter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e colonies naturally have low brood at this time — ideal timing\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEarly spring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e treat before brood production ramps up for the season\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAfter a brood break:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e if you’ve caged the queen for ~21 days in summer, this creates an artificial brood-free window for treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAlways \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emonitor mite levels first\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and only treat when counts exceed your IPM threshold — unnecessary treatments waste product and accelerate resistance development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Rotate With Other Treatments?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVarroa mites can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edevelop resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to any single treatment if used repeatedly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRotating between miticides from different chemical classes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e prevents this and keeps your colonies effectively protected long-term. A strong rotation plan combines:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOxalic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (Api-Bioxal Powder \/ Liquid)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAmitraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (Apivar \/ Apitraz strips)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSynthetic pyrethroids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (Bayvarol® \/ Apistan®)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFormic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (Formic Pro — if available in your region)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo I Need to Withhold Honey?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNo — and this is one of the biggest practical advantages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. Unlike many synthetic miticides that require pulling honey supers and pausing production, Api-Bioxal has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ezero honey withholding period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. You can treat with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehoney supers in place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, continue your normal honey production schedule, and never worry about chemical residues in your final product. This makes it ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecommercial honey producers, organic operators, and anyone managing varroa during active honey flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAre There Legal Record-Keeping Requirements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYes. By purchasing and using Api-Bioxal, you agree to maintain treatment records for a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, as required by APVMA Permit PER94609. Records must include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDate of treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLocation of hives treated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTotal amount of product used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNames and addresses of persons performing the treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — must be available to APVMA or your state department on request\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhat Are the Safety Requirements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOxalic acid is genuinely effective — which means you need to use it safely. Always:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, and a respirator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e during vaporisation — oxalic acid vapour damages lungs and eyes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAvoid breathing dust or vapours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e during application\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStore in original sealed container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in a cool, dry place — no refrigeration required\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKeep away from children, pets, and food\/feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo NOT use simultaneously with other miticides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaximum 2 treatments per year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, with at least 5 days between applications. For poisoning concerns, call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Api-Bioxal® Powder Varroa Mite Treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Oxalic acid (organic, residue-free)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA Permit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e PER94609\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePack sizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 35g (10 hives), 175g (50 hives), 350g (100 hives)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEfficacy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 90%+ varroa mite knockdown in brood-free colonies\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApplication methods:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Vaporisation (primary) or dribble (with syrup)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVaporisation dose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2.3 g per hive, 25–30 seconds application time\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDribble dose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 5 ml per seam of bees, max 50 ml per hive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney withholding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTreatment frequency:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Maximum 2 per year, minimum 5 days apart\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 5 years when stored correctly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCompatible vaporisers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e InstantVap Turbo, InstantVap Compact, and all major brands\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShipping restrictions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD only (current APVMA permit conditions)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRecord keeping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2 years minimum (legal APVMA requirement)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShipping Restriction — Please Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUnder the current APVMA permit, Api-Bioxal Powder can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eonly be shipped to NSW, ACT, VIC, and QLD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. If you’re located in WA, SA, NT, TAS, or another region, please get in touch with us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e on 1300 692 766\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e before ordering — we may be able to help with alternative arrangements or suggest other APVMA-permitted varroa control options for your region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Buy From Beekeeping Gear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBeekeeping Gear has been Australia’s trusted source for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-permitted varroa management products and integrated pest management supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e since 2016. We supply real Australian beekeepers from our showrooms in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eGranville (next to Clyde train station)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMeadowbrook (QLD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, plus fast Australia-wide shipping (within permitted states). Our team is practising apiarists who can walk you through vaporiser selection, treatment protocols, IPM strategy, and record-keeping requirements. Call us on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e1300 692 766\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for expert advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrder your Api-Bioxal® Powder today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — the proven, organic, APVMA-permitted varroa control treatment trusted by serious Australian beekeepers, ready for the fastest, most efficient application method available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"35 Gram- Suits 10 Hives","offer_id":41114296287317,"sku":null,"price":42.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"175 Gram- Suits 50 Hives","offer_id":41114296320085,"sku":null,"price":189.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"350 Gram- Suits 100 Hives","offer_id":41114296352853,"sku":null,"price":294.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/Untitled-8.jpg?v=1745908918"},{"product_id":"api-bioxal-liquid-varroa-mite-treatment","title":"Api-Bioxal Liquid — Ready-to-Use Varroa Control","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSimple Dribble Method — No Vaporiser Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVarroa is now part of Australian beekeeping life, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eevery responsible beekeeper needs a treatment plan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. But you don’t need expensive vaporiser equipment to do it right. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApi-Bioxal® Liquid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esimplest, most accessible way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to treat varroa effectively — a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eready-to-use oxalic acid solution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e that you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edribble between the frames\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. No mixing, no equipment, no fuss. Perfect for hobbyists, small apiaries, and anyone who wants proven varroa control without investing in vaporisation gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt on the same proven \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eoxalic acid active ingredient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e trusted by beekeepers worldwide, Api-Bioxal Liquid delivers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eover 90% mite knockdown in brood-free colonies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — the same effectiveness as the powder form, just in a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003egenuinely beginner-friendly format\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. APVMA-permitted under \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePER94609\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eorganic, residue-free, and APVMA-compliant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ezero honey withholding period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, meaning you can treat without pulling honey supers. Open the bottle, dribble between the frames, close the hive. Done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Choose Liquid Over Powder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBoth Api-Bioxal Liquid and Powder contain the same APVMA-permitted oxalic acid — the choice comes down to your preferred application method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eChoose Liquid if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e you have a small number of hives, prefer the simpler dribble method, don’t own a vaporiser, want to skip the mixing step, or are new to varroa treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eChoose Powder if:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e you have (or plan to buy) a vaporiser, treat many hives, run a commercial operation, or want the option of BOTH vaporisation and dribble methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLiquid is simpler:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e ready-to-use — no mixing with sugar syrup, no measuring, no preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLiquid is safer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e no exposure to airborne oxalic acid powder during preparation.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLiquid is more accessible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e no equipment investment, no learning curve — ideal first treatment for new beekeepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHow Does the Dribble Method Work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe dribble method is genuinely straightforward and one of the reasons beekeepers love this product:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStep 1:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Open the hive lid on a still, mild day (ideally 5–15°C ambient temperature)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStep 2:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Hold the Api-Bioxal Liquid bottle above the hive frames\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStep 3:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Dribble 5 ml directly into each “seam of bees” — the gap between two frames where bees are clustered\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStep 4:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Maximum 50 ml per hive in a single treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStep 5:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Close the hive and let the bees spread the treatment throughout the colony via trophallaxis (mouth-to-mouth food sharing)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThat’s it — no mixing, no measuring sugar syrup, no equipment to clean afterwards. The whole process takes about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e2–3 minutes per hive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, making it perfectly manageable for backyard beekeepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhen Should I Apply Liquid Treatment?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLike all oxalic acid treatments, Api-Bioxal Liquid works best when your colony has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elittle to no capped brood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — because the dribble doesn’t reach mites hidden inside capped brood cells. The best application windows are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLate autumn \/ early winter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e colonies naturally have minimal brood — this is the ideal window for most beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEarly spring:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e treat before brood production ramps up for the new season\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAfter a brood break:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e if you’ve caged the queen for ~21 days, this creates an artificial brood-free window for treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAlways \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emonitor mite levels first\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e using a sugar shake, alcohol wash, or sticky board, and only treat when counts exceed your IPM threshold. Treating unnecessarily wastes product and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eaccelerates the development of varroa resistance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — something every Australian beekeeper should help prevent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWill It Affect My Honey Supers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNo — and this is a major practical advantage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. Api-Bioxal Liquid has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ezero honey withholding period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, which means:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney supers can remain on the hive during treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNo need to pause honey production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney already in the supers stays clean and saleable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNo chemical residues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in honey, wax, or comb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIs It Safe to Use Around the Bees?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYes — when used as directed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. Oxalic acid is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enaturally occurring in many plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (rhubarb leaves, spinach, beetroot greens) and is the same compound bees themselves are evolved to tolerate. The dribble dose is calibrated to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehighly toxic to Varroa mites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e while remaining \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esafe for adult bees, brood, and the queen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e when applied correctly. You may see some bees acting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ea bit sluggish for 24–48 hours\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after treatment — this is normal, and they recover fully. The colony resumes normal activity within 2–3 days, and the varroa mite drop typically peaks within the first week.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Rotate With Other Treatments?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUsing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eonly one treatment type repeatedly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e allows varroa mites to develop resistance, which is exactly what’s already happened to some synthetic miticides in some countries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRotating between miticides from different chemical classes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e prevents this and keeps your colonies effectively protected long-term. A balanced rotation includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOxalic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Api-Bioxal Liquid (this product) or Powder\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAmitraz strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Apivar \/ Apitraz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSynthetic pyrethroids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Bayvarol® \/ Apistan®\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFormic acid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Formic Pro (if available in your region)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAre There Legal Record-Keeping Requirements?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYes. By purchasing and using Api-Bioxal, you agree to maintain treatment records for a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, as required by APVMA Permit PER94609. Records must include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDate of treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLocation of hives treated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTotal amount of product used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNames and addresses of persons performing the treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — records must be available to APVMA or your state department on request\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhat Safety Precautions Should I Take?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOxalic acid is genuinely effective — which means handling it carefully matters. Always:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWear chemical-resistant gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and safety glasses during dribble application\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAvoid skin and eye contact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — rinse immediately with water if accidental contact occurs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after handling, before eating or drinking\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStore in original sealed container\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in a cool, dry place — no refrigeration needed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKeep away from children, pets, and food\/feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo NOT use simultaneously with other miticides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMaximum 2 treatments per year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, with at least 5 days between applications. For poisoning concerns, call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWho Is This Product Built For?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApi-Bioxal Liquid is the simplest, most accessible varroa treatment — ideal for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehobbyists and small-scale beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e who want effective control without equipment investment. Backyard beekeepers especially love it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e with 1–5 hives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e wanting a no-fuss treatment, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enew beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e learning about varroa management for the first time, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ebeekeepers without a vaporiser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e who prefer not to buy one, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehobbyists running 8-frame hives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e or other small-scale setups, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eurban beekeepers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e who appreciate a discreet, equipment-free treatment method.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Api-Bioxal® Liquid Varroa Mite Treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eActive ingredient:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Oxalic acid (organic, residue-free)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA Permit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e PER94609\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApplication method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Dribble (ready-to-use, no mixing required)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEfficacy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 90%+ varroa mite knockdown in brood-free colonies\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 5 ml per seam of bees, maximum 50 ml per hive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApplication time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Approximately 2–3 minutes per hive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney withholding:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e None — supers can stay on the hive\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTreatment frequency:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Maximum 2 per year, minimum 5 days apart\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIdeal temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Apply on still days at 5–15°C ambient temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 5 years when stored correctly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Cool, dry place; original sealed container; no refrigeration needed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShipping restrictions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e NSW, ACT, VIC, QLD only (current APVMA permit conditions)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRecord keeping:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2 years minimum (legal APVMA requirement)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eShipping Restriction — Please Read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUnder the current APVMA permit, Api-Bioxal Liquid can \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eonly be shipped to NSW, ACT, VIC, and QLD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. If you’re located in WA, SA, NT, TAS, or another region, please \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003econtact us on 1300 692 766\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e before ordering — we may be able to help with alternative arrangements or suggest other APVMA-permitted varroa control options for your region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Buy From Beekeeping Gear?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBeekeeping Gear has been Australia’s trusted source for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-permitted varroa management products and integrated pest management supplies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e since 2016. We supply real Australian beekeepers from our showrooms in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eGranville (next to Clyde train station)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMeadowbrook (QLD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, plus fast Australia-wide shipping (within permitted states). Our team is practising apiarists who can walk you through dribble technique, treatment timing, IPM strategy, and APVMA record-keeping requirements. Call us on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e1300 692 766\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for expert advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrder your Api-Bioxal® Liquid today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — the simplest, most accessible APVMA-permitted varroa control treatment for Australian hobbyists and small-scale beekeepers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"500 ml - Suits 10 Hives","offer_id":41114300383317,"sku":null,"price":74.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5 liters - Suits 100 Hives","offer_id":41114300416085,"sku":null,"price":690.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/api-bioxal-liquid-varroa-mite-treatment-2.webp?v=1777819181"},{"product_id":"apivar-an-effective-treatment-for-varroa-mites","title":"Apivar® Bee Hive Strips – Amitraz 500mg Varroa Mite Treatment | APVMA Permit PER95905 | Trusted Synthetic Miticide for Australian Beekeepers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLong-Lasting Slow-Release Amitraz Strips for Reliable Varroa Control — Up to 99% Mite Knockdown, Zero Honey Withholding After Removal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNeed a proven, professional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVarroa mite treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for your apiary? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApivar® Bee Hive Strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e are an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-permitted synthetic miticide (Permit PER95905)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e containing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eamitraz 500mg per strip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — the most widely used chemical Varroa treatment in the world. Trusted by beekeepers globally for over 15 years, Apivar® delivers reliable, long-lasting Varroa control in any weather, with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ezero honey withholding period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after strip removal — a significant advantage for commercial honey producers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhat is Apivar® and how does it work?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApivar® is a slow-release contact miticide that uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eamitraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — a synthetic amidine — embedded in a polymer plastic strip. As bees walk past the strips inside the brood chamber, they pick up tiny amounts of amitraz and distribute it through the colony. Amitraz \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eexcites and paralyses Varroa mites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, causing them to lose grip on the bees and fall to the bottom of the hive, where they die. Just one application can deliver up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e99% Varroa knockdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e over a 6–10 week treatment cycle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA Permit PER95905\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — fully permitted for use in Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUp to 99% Varroa knockdown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e with proper application\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e500mg amitraz per strip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — released slowly over 6–10 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSingle application per cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — treat once in spring, once in autumn\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eReliable in any weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — works in cold, hot, humid, or windy conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLong treatment window\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — 6 to 10 weeks of continuous mite control\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eZero honey withholding period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — honey can be harvested immediately after strip removal (Australian permit advantage)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEasy application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — flexible polymer strip hangs between brood frames; even works with gloves on\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTrusted globally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — over 15 years of proven results worldwide\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHow to use Apivar® Strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAlways follow the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA Permit PER95905\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e instructions in full. As a general guide:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e 2 strips per single brood box | 4 strips per double brood box | 1 strip per 5-frame nuc\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Hang strips between frames in the central brood area where bees are most active\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTreatment time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Minimum 6 weeks, maximum 10 weeks (then remove)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTiming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Spring (before honey flow) and autumn (after harvest, before winter bees emerge)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney supers OFF:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Do NOT use Apivar® while honey supers are present. DO NOT harvest honey when strips are in place\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDO NOT cut strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e or repackage them\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDO NOT reuse strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — used strips must be disposed of safely\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo not use Apivar® for two consecutive treatment cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — rotate with a different mode of action\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHoney withholding — a key advantage of Apivar®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUnlike some Varroa treatments, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApivar® has a zero-day honey withholding period after strip removal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. This means once the strips are removed, honey supers can be added back immediately without waiting. This is a major advantage for beekeepers, timing treatments around honey flows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eImportant: do not extract honey from the brood chamber after Apivar® treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, and never make honeycomb, propolis, or royal jelly from treated brood available for human consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Rotation Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApivar® and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApitraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e both contain amitraz and share the same mode of action. To prevent Varroa resistance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo not rotate Apivar® with Apitraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (same active ingredient)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDo rotate Apivar® with treatments from a different chemical class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBayvarol® \/ Apistan®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (synthetic pyrethroids) — but not Bayvarol and Apistan together either\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFormic Pro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (formic acid)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApi-Bioxal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e (oxalic acid)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRotation between chemical classes keeps Varroa from developing resistance and protects the long-term health of the entire Australian beekeeping industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMandatory record keeping (APVMA legal requirement)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBy purchasing Apivar®, you agree to maintain treatment records for a minimum of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e2 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDate of treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eLocation of hives treated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTotal amount of product used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNames and addresses of persons performing the treatment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRecords must be available to the APVMA or your state department on request.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSchedule 5 — CAUTION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e chemical\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWear gauntlet-length chemical-resistant gloves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e when handling and removing strips\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWash your hands thoroughly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e after handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAvoid contact with skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — Amitraz is toxic by skin absorption\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKeep away from children, pets, and food\/feed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eStore in a cool, dry place\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in the original packaging\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOpen inner pouch only when ready for use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — protect from light\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDiscard any unused strips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e within 24 hours of opening\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVery toxic to aquatic life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — never dispose of strips in waterways\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTake care if you have diabetes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e or are on MAOI\/hypertensive medications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFor poisoning, call \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePoisons Information Centre on 13 11 26\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eImportant shipping note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eApivar® can currently only be shipped to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNSW, ACT, VIC, and QLD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e under the current APVMA permit. Please check eligibility at checkout or contact us for guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eTrusted Australian beekeeping supplier since 2016\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBeekeeping Gear has been Australia’s trusted source for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAPVMA-permitted Varroa management products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e since 2016. Visit our Sydney showroom in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eGranville (next to Clyde train station)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e or our QLD location in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMeadowbrook\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for hands-on advice, or order online with fast Australia-wide shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePair with our matching products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBayvarol® strips, Api-Bioxal oxalic acid, Formic Pro, InstantVap vaporizers, Varroa monitoring tools, and protective gloves — for a complete integrated pest management toolkit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOrder your Apivar® Bee Hive Strips today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e — and bring proven, APVMA-permitted Varroa control to your apiary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beekeeping Gear","offers":[{"title":"4 strips - treats 2 hives","offer_id":41119725584469,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 strips - treats 6 hives","offer_id":41119725617237,"sku":null,"price":82.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 strips - treats 30 hives","offer_id":41119725650005,"sku":null,"price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0062\/5029\/9477\/files\/apivar-bee-hive-strips-amitraz-500mg-varroa-mite-treatment-apvma-permit-per95905-1.webp?v=1780079618"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-mesh-for-bottom-boards-ventilation-beetle-control","title":"Stainless Steel Mesh for Bottom Boards - Ventilation \u0026 Beetle Control","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRust-proof woven mesh for screened bottom boards, sized to keep bees in and pests out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eEvery beekeeper reaches the point where a solid floor is working against them. In an Australian summer a closed bottom board traps heat, and a colony that cannot breathe spends the hottest part of the day fanning instead of foraging. A screened floor fixes that, and the screen is the part that matters. This is the \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel mesh\u003c\/strong\u003e that makes a \u003cstrong\u003emesh bottom board\u003c\/strong\u003e actually work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe weave is open enough that small hive beetles and varroa mites drop straight through to the tray below, yet tight enough that bees stay where they belong. Because it is stainless steel rather than galvanised, it shrugs off the moisture inside a hive and will not rust out the way cheaper wire does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVentilation that keeps the colony cool\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAir moves freely up through the mesh from below, pulling heat out of the brood box on a hot day. The bees spend less energy cooling the hive and more building comb and raising brood, which is exactly what you want through a long summer. A \u003cstrong\u003emesh bottom board\u003c\/strong\u003e runs cooler than a solid floor every time the temperature climbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall hive beetle control built in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBeetles knocked off the comb fall through the mesh and onto the tray underneath, where they cannot climb back up. 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