{"title":"Mite Checks","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"varroa-easycheck","title":"Varroa easyCheck | Mite Counter | Véto-pharma","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_text_column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wpb_wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Varroa EasyCheck is a simple, reliable, and reusable alcohol wash mite shaker that helps beekeepers accurately monitor mite levels in their honey bee colonies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarroa Easy Check eliminates the mess and inconvenience of current practices and makes monitoring infestations more accurate than ever before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes ready to use and with complete instructions. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_left size_small style_default color_custom\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w-iconbox-icon\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Veto-pharma Varroa easyCheck Brochure\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2082\/1031\/files\/Varroa_EasyCheck_Leaflet_USA.pdf?v=1587660251\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVarroa easyCheck Brochure\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veto-pharma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42522194182371,"sku":"MD83","price":21.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/products\/easyCheckMiteCounter3.jpg?v=1645654593"},{"product_id":"replacement-sticky-boards","title":"Sticky Board Sheets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese sticky boards can be used with or without the screen to monitor or diagnose a varroa mite infestation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen placed directly on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/bottom-board?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3a06c909c\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebottom board\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Sticky Board Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/sticky-board-screen?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ed7ac244a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ea screen\u003c\/a\u003e will be needed to keep the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/pages\/our-bees\"\u003ebees\u003c\/a\u003e from sticking to the adhesive. \u003cbr\u003eUse in conjunction with a \u003ca title=\"Screened bottom board for varroa monitoring\" href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/screened-bottom-board?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=908d9ea03\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003escreened bottom board\u003c\/a\u003e as part of an IPM strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sticky board is conveniently printed with grid lines to aid in determining the number of mites that are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use, starting at the unglued portion, peel off the paper and place it on your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/bottom-board?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=3a06c909c\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebottom board\u003c\/a\u003e. Place the screen over the sticky board so your bees don't get stuck. Apply your \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/pages\/medication-mite-treatments\"\u003emite treatment\u003c\/a\u003e. Remove the trap after 24 hours to avoid the buildup of hive debris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/sticky-board-screen?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=ed7ac244a\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eSticky Board Screens are available here!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mann Lake","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42522207584483,"sku":"MD81","price":5.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/files\/DBEStickyBoard_7e020645-71f1-4294-8e91-41682e3a0072.jpg?v=1775851841"},{"product_id":"varroa-mite-counter-jar","title":"Varroa Mite Counter Jar","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Varroa Mite Counter Jar is an effective way to check mite levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eFill the bottom jar with 50-100 ml of rubbing alcohol or windshield washer fluid, add 1\/2 cup (approx. 300) bees and shake slowly for 90 seconds. The alcohol causes the mites to fall off the bees and collect in the opposing jar in the bottom of the shaker. \u003cbr\u003eIf your sample contains mites, they can now be easily counted in the bottom of the jar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis jar can also be used with the sugar roll technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Canada 🍁\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dancing Bee Equipment","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42522226393315,"sku":"MD84","price":22.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/products\/VarroaMiteCounterJar.jpg?v=1645655461"},{"product_id":"ceracell-varroa-mite-test-bottle","title":"VarroaMite Counter | Ceracell","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarroa Mite Test Bottle is a ready-to-use varroa mite shaker that makes monitoring infestations more accurate and reliable than ever before.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned for effectiveness: The filter basket is the key to the test bottle's reliability! Fallen mites pass through the slots in the base and sides of the filter basket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuick and easy to use. And complete printed copyrighted instructions come in four languages (English, French, Spanish and German).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEasily transportable and made from robust, solid material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTight-fitting lid is leak-free and comfortable to use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 1\/2 cup measuring scoop is included and fits neatly in the test bottle when you are done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTransparent bowl allows accurate counting and reliable sampling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhy monitor varroa infestation?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo detect a massive varroa build-up and plan treatment options (in early spring or between honey flows, for example).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo optimize treatment strategy (when and how to treat).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo discover early if the varroa mites are developing resistance to a particular treatment chemical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 3% infestation if not treated immediately will usually end with a dead hive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ceracell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42616684544227,"sku":"MD85","price":15.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/files\/ceracellmite_resize.jpg?v=1741106910"},{"product_id":"sticky-board-screen","title":"Sticky Board Screen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are using a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/replacement-sticky-boards?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=2ebd7b3fc\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003esticky board\u003c\/a\u003e on a standard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/bottom-board?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=fdeac3e9b\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003ebottom board\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/2-way-hive-pallets-wax-dipped-dancing-bee-equipment?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=52f53b671\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003epallet\u003c\/a\u003e, place this plastic screen over the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/products\/replacement-sticky-boards?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=2ebd7b3fc\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003esticky board\u003c\/a\u003e to keep the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/pages\/our-bees\"\u003ebees\u003c\/a\u003e from sticking to the surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sticky Varroa Board\" href=\"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/collections\/medication\/products\/replacement-sticky-boards\"\u003eSticky board\u003c\/a\u003e sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mann Lake","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42638309621987,"sku":"MD82","price":4.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/products\/stickyboardscreen.jpg?v=1648068005"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/5822\/3075\/collections\/easyCheckMiteCounter3.jpg?v=1782578805","url":"https:\/\/dancingbeemanitoba.com\/collections\/mite-checks.oembed","provider":"Dancing Bee Equipment Manitoba","version":"1.0","type":"link"}