VARROA MITE EASY CHECK
MANN LAKE VARROA EASY CHECK
The first 3-in-1 Varroa monitoring tool!
Varroa EasyCheck is a practical tool for easy Varroa infestation monitoring on adult bees.
Alcohol wash or sugar roll. These methods are now available in the same tool. It's up to you to choose the method that suits you best!
Alcohol Wash
Alcohol wash consists of immersing a sample of bees into alcohol and then gently shaking the EasyCheck to detach the phoretic mites so they can be counted
Advantages: Fast and easy, it is recognized as the most accurate, reliable, and economical option for beekeepers
Alcohol Method video
Icing Sugar Roll
With this method, the bees are rolled with powdered sugar, causing the mites to separate from the bees
The EasyCheck is then gently shaken, causing the sugar and the mites to pass through the white basket's holes
Advantages: Inexpensive and keep the sample of bees alive
Sugar Roll Method video
Sample Size
There are two lines on the white basket of the Varroa EasyCheck
Lower line corresponds to about 200 bees and the upper line corresponds to 300 bees
We advise you to take 300 bees to obtain the most accurate results possible
In the case of weaker colonies, you can reduce this number to 200 bees
You will obtain your infestation percentage by dividing the number of varroa found by 2 (if 200 bees) or 3 (if 300 bees)
Example: If you find 5 varroa mites with 300 bees, you have an infestation percentage of 5/3 = 1.66%
Number of mites = % Varroa infestation
3 for 300 bees
2 for 200 bees
(adjust according to sample size)
Features
Designed for effectiveness: The filter basket is the key to EasyCheck's reliability
Quick and easy to use 3 easy steps
Easily transportable and built to last
Tight-fitting lid is leak-free and comfortable to use
Two molded guidelines allow for samples of 200 or 300 bees
Designed for effectiveness: Fallen mites pass through holes in the base and sides of the basket
Transparent bowl allows accurate counting and reliable sampling
Depending on location and the time of year, alert thresholds range from > 1% to 5%. Check with your local association to determine thresholds in your area.
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20368 |
VARROA MITE EASY CHECK |
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27.99 |
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DC-671 |
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2.5GAL PRO SWEET LIQUID FEED
MANN LAKE PRO SWEET LIQUID FEED 2.5 GALLON
Get the best liquid bee food for your bees!
Pro-Sweet(TM) is a sugar syrup that is formulated to mimic nectar using disaccharide and monodisaccharide sugars. With the disaccharides acting like natural nectar and monodisaccharides acting like honey, it not only stimulates the bees but also helps add weight to the hive.
Pro-Sweet's(TM) high sugar content and low pH prevent fermentation and inhibit bacterial growth, providing more benefits than simply feeding sugar water to your bees.
Improving Your Hive's Honey Supply
Different bee hives have different issues-some require support rearing brood, while others need supplemental honey stores for upcoming seasons.
When colonies don't have any stored honey or incoming nectar, feeding bees sugar water or sugar syrup, like Pro-Sweet(TM), is the most effective way to avoid losing a substantial amount of the colony.
Using Pro-Sweet Sugar Syrup
Pro-Sweet(TM) bee syrup is best used during nectar dearths, or when sources of nectar are scarce during as colder times of the year. Beekeepers can simply pour the sugar syrup into the bee feeders and let the hives do the rest. Feeding honey bees has never been easier!
Pro-Sweet(TM) won't crystallize or ferment, which often happens when feeding bee sugar water to the hive. Plus, there is no more going through the checkout line with a cart full of sugar or making a mess of your kitchen.
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50640 |
2.5GAL PRO SWEET LIQUID FEED |
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44.99 |
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CN-076 |
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5 5/8" WAXED CELL FNDTN 10 CT
MANN LAKE 5 5/8" WAXED RITE CELL FOUNDATION NATURAL CASE OF 10
Easy to put into your frames Rite-Cell is a bees favorite foundation! The durability of Rite-Cell will hold up to years of extracting. Sharper cell edges make it easy for bees to accept it quickly.
Requires no reinforcement
Slips easily into a groove top frame
Wax moths cannot damage
Deeper cell depth with highest definition
Textured cell interior
Heavy weight plastic holds up to extracting
Use with 6" Hive Bodies and 6 1/4 " Frames
BPA/BPS Free
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50672 |
5 5/8" WAXED CELL FNDTN 10 CT |
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27.99 |
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FN-720 |
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9 5/8 UNASSMBLD FRAME BOX COMMER
9 5/8 UNASSMBLD FRAME BOX COMMER
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50736 |
9 5/8 UNASSMBLD FRAME BOX COMMER |
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28.99 |
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KD-800 |
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ALEXANDER VEIL W/ELASTIC
MANN LAKE ALEXANDER VEIL WITH ELASTIC
Similar to the round veil, except Alexander veil has cloth top and is to be used without a helmet. Some prefer to wear a baseball cap. Cloth binding. Comes with elastic for better fit.
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61624 |
ALEXANDER VEIL W/ELASTIC |
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29.99 |
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CL-115 |
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8 1/2 RITE CELL BLACK W 10 CNT
MANN LAKE 8 1/2" WAXED RITE CELL FOUNDATION BLACK CASE OF 10
Bees build comb faster with Rite-Cell foundation, it is easy to slip into your hives and the durable Rite-Cell Plastic will hold up to years of extracting. Breakaway corners create communication channels. The sharper cell edges allow for quick acceptance.
Requires no reinforcement
Slips easily into a groove top frame
Wax moths cannot damage
Deeper cell depth with highest definition
Textured cell interior
Heavy weight plastic holds up to extracting
Use with 9 5/8" Hive Bodies and 9 1/8" Frames
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61628 |
8 1/2 RITE CELL BLACK W 10 CNT |
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29.99 |
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FN-710 |
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PRO-NUC BOX
MANN LAKE PRO NUC 5 FRAME PLASTIC NUC BOX WITH LOCKING LID
Ensure your bees are well-protected with our Pro Nuc Box. The Pro Nuc bee box is a quality 5 frame Nuc made completely from durable polypropylene. Complete with a fully locked lid, our Nuc boxes have 2 different feeding ports for your bees (for 1-gallon bottles and for soda bottles) and closable entrances. Each Nuc box has drain holes at the bottom to release any moisture, a frame rest, retainers in the lid to prevent frames from sliding, and a reversible lid that allows extra ventilation for your bees. No assembly required-you can use our Nucs as they are delivered! If you want to use the feeding ports, simply cut the desired feeding point under the lid of your Nuc box as required.
Our Nucs feature:
Durable and recyclable polypropylene material
Full locked lid with easy-to-follow instructions imprinted on underside
Closable entrances on both sides
Includes 2 different size feeding ports on top of lid (for 1 gallon bottles and soda bottles)
Drain holes at the bottom to release moisture
Frame rest and retainers in the lid to prevent frames from moving during transit
Low ends of the box for easy removal of frames
Designed for bee tight shipping without cutting off airflow
Designed to nest and stack on top of one another
Holds five 9?" (23.18 cm) frames
Measures 9?" deep, 11" wide, 22" long
Feeding jars available separately
Color may vary.
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61633 |
PRO-NUC BOX |
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29.99 |
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NB-350 |
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FISCHER'S BEE QUICK 8OZ
MANN LAKE FISCHER'S BEE QUICK 8 OZ
Fischer's Bee-Quick(R) is a natural, non-toxic blend that quickly moves bees out of honey supers while smelling pleasant to the beekeeper. It isn't just free of foul odors and toxic substances; it's actually Food-Grade under FDA regulations.
The Hawaii Organic Farmers Association (a USDA-accredited organic certification authority) has approved Fischer's Bee-Quick(R) for use in Certified Organic Beekeeping under USDA National Organic Standards Board guidelines since 2006. Fischer's Bee-Quick(R) is also the only honey harvesting product approved for use in "Certified Naturally Grown" beekeeping, an alternative to USDA Organic. Fischer's Bee-Quick(R) is even recommended by "The Backyard Beekeeper" and other popular beekeeping books.
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75848 |
FISCHER'S BEE QUICK 8OZ |
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25.99 |
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DC155 |
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