Apivar Strips

Apivar is the only Amitraz-based apiary product that treats successive generations of Varroa mites, reducing the mite population in the hive by up to 99% in one application. 

• Two strips per brood chamber
• Not temperature-dependent
• 6-8 week treatment period

Apivar is a contact miticide, meaning it works when the bees come in contact with the impregnated polymer strip and distribute the miticide by contact with other bees within the hive.

Varroa Mite treatments are a regulated Class C Pesticide under the Pest Control Products Act and Ontario Regulation 63/09. Class C Pesticides may only be sold to individuals who possess  one of the following:

• Certified and Registered Apiarist / Beekeeper
• Certified Farmer
• Exterminator
• Pesticide Vendor

A valid copy of at least one of these licenses will be required at purchase to acquire any Class C Pesticide treatment.

Application Instructions: 
http://apivar.co.nz/application.htm

It is recommended to treat all colonies with the same yard at the same time to prevent reinfestation. Leave the strips in place for at least 6 weeks before removing them. Apivar is not recommended for use while honey supers are on the hive.

Active ingredient: Amitraz 3.3%