APISTAN Varroa-Control Straps, box of 10

Dispensing: This medication can now be dispensed without a veterinary prescription. Available at the best price at pharmacies and through online retailers.

What is Apistan Varroa Control Strap used for?

Beekeeping is essential to the preservation of our ecosystems and the production of high-quality honey. However, bees—these precious pollinators—face many challenges, one of the most formidable being Varroa destructor, a parasitic mite that can decimate entire colonies. Fortunately, there are ways to protect our bees, and one of them is the use of Apistan, an effective and proven anti-Varroa strip.

Varroa destructor is native to Southeast Asia, where it parasitized the Asian honeybee (Apis cerana) without causing serious harm. However, when it invaded European honeybee populations (Apis mellifera), it became a formidable scourge. This parasite attacks adult bees, larvae, and nymphs, thereby weakening the colony and potentially leading to its collapse. Varroa mites, the disease caused by Varroa destructor, are one of the main causes of the decline in bee populations worldwide.

One of the most effective methods for controlling varroasis is the use of Apistan. This anti-varroa strip is specially designed to eliminate these devastating parasites and protect the bees. Apistan’s intended use is clear: it is intended for the treatment of varroasis caused by Varroa destructor.

Apistan is much more than just an anti-varroa product. It is a symbol of trust for beekeepers around the world. Since the 1980s, Apistan has been recognized as the gold standard treatment against Varroa destructor. Its reputation is no accident—it stems from its proven effectiveness.

It is simple and convenient to use. All you need to do is place two Apistan strips inside the hive at the end of the season and leave them there for a period of 6 weeks. This ease of use makes it the preferred choice for many beekeepers.

Apistan’s effectiveness stems from its ability to eliminate Varroa mites present in the hive, thereby contributing to the health and survival of the bees. By using Apistan as recommended, you can help preserve your bee colonies and support the pollination of our crops.

Bees play an essential role in pollinating plants, thereby contributing to the production of many of the fruits, vegetables, and seeds we consume every day. Combating varroa mites is therefore a responsibility shared by beekeepers, farmers, and society as a whole.

By choosing Apistan as a solution against varroa mites, you are helping to protect bees and preserve our environment. Protect our precious pollinators with Apistan and support the vitality of our bee colonies.

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How do you use these anti-varroa strips?

Treatment in the hive: 2 strips per hive (equivalent to 2 x 800 mg of tau-fluvalinate, in strip form) for 6 to 8 weeks.

Method of Administration

The strips are connected to one another during manufacturing. Simply separate them and insert them between the frames in the hive body; the strips will be held vertically between the frames by their built-in suspension system. Use 2 strips for a standard Dadant hive (10 frames). Insert the strips between frames 3 and 4 and between frames 7 and 8 of the hive body.

For nucleus colonies and small hives, a single strip is sufficient; insert it between the frames at the center of the swarm.

Treatment Duration

The strips must be left in the hive for a minimum of 6 weeks and must be removed after 8 weeks in the hive. Given the parasite’s life cycle, a single treatment per year is generally sufficient. This product can be used year-round. However, the best results are achieved with treatments carried out in the spring before the first honey flow or in the fall after the honey harvest.
Do not reuse the strips.

Precautions for Use 

Store the strips in their original, tightly sealed packaging, away from foodstuffs and chemicals that could potentially contaminate them.
Use the strips immediately after removing them from the pouch to prevent contamination.
Do not expose the strips to direct sunlight.
Do not store at temperatures above 25°C.