G&H Honey Bees - Hive 1 queen check and mite treatment

[@gallowaylights]

They haven't had much fly time... how can they have mites?😢 00:04:45 I like a rubbery cap in case the tube clogs up so you don't create a pipe bomb 😮

[@berrrygr]

That's a good question I don't have the answer to. I am only treating because I have seen mites riding on the backs of some of the bees. The more I can get rid of the less there are to reproduce.

[@berrrygr]

I have tried the rubber caps and have on occasion had them blow out. I know my treatment rig is a little risky but I have used it for two years now without any issues. I don't have enough colonies to justify spending a small fortune on a real treatment device. If I had more colonies then I would get one of the newer battery operated devices.

[@berrrygr]

Treating for mites now when the colony doesn't have any capped brood due to being queenless for a bit will get the best coverage as well.

[@gallowaylights]

@@berrrygr I also get blowouts on my diy, usually when tip clogs... steam has a lot of stored energy!

[@gallowaylights]

@@berrrygr * You're doing great... I guess it is my turn to kill mites!