Slowing Small Hive Beetles with Chlorantraniliprole - Jacksonville FL Zone 9a

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My name is Chuck Cook and I am a beekeeper. This is a hobbyist beekeeping channel located in Jacksonville, FL. Hardiness zone 9a. Please engage in the discussion by leaving a comment.
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[@eljefe62]

We added this to our IPM program two years ago. It has made the most significant impact yet, but again it's important to stress that it's just one more piece of ammo and will not control these nasty critters on its own.

[@jackcoleman1632]

Thanks for video. Have you thought about adding Chloran. to a pollen patty and then place the poisoned patty into an SHB trap that the bees can't access? And/or, place the SHB trap w/poison in a small shaded container *OUTSIDE* of the hive as an SHB attractant??

[@jackcoleman1632]

Also, free range chickens with your bee hives and do *NOT* treat the soil.

[@stevesoutdoorworld4340]

Make and use Beetle Grease in your hives! No more Mites & Beetles! Makes beekeeping easy and fun again!😁

[@chuckshoneybees]

Thanks for the tip!

[@brettwhite5906]

I have never heard of Beatle Grease. Where can I learn more about it?

[@raleighsistrunk7123]

When and how often should I treat?

[@chuckshoneybees]

according to the label, but I treat three times a year max.

[@628DirtRooster]

Good information. Nicely laid out.

[@chuckshoneybees]

Thanks Randy appreciate the support!

[@nancynolton6079]

Once again you explain things in ways folks can understand. Have shared many of your videos with our bee club members. LOL my biggest issue is having to pull out conversion charts - have never been able to convert/warm to the metric system. I am more in tune with old cookbook measurements of ounces, pounds, teaspoons and cups! Thank you for all the time and effort you put into your videos - you have a special gift.

[@chuckshoneybees]

Glad you found it helpful. Thank you for the comment!

[@soapstoneapiaries]

Great Job Chuck!!! Great explanation of use of this chemical!

[@chuckshoneybees]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for the comment.

[@johnboec3]

Another great video Chuck! Please keep them coming. You always give us what we need...

[@chuckshoneybees]

Thanks, will do! I appreciate that.

[@jweaver7170]

This is a must if chickens are on not duty.

[@chuckshoneybees]

I wish my wife let me have chickens!

[@jimhughes6794]

Thanks for the info. Good video

[@chuckshoneybees]

Glad it was helpful!