VarroMed - The Ultimatum to Varroa Mites
The only three seasonal varroa treatment
Simple and effective
Ready to use, simple and fast to apply for the hive right off the shelf
Brood and Queen friendly
No queen or brood removal required
No Residue
Studies confirm zero honey residues when VarroMed is used as directed
No Prescription Required
VarroMed is one of the few Varroa treatments available across the EU without a prescription
All Beekeeping Seasons
The only Varroa treatment approved for use in spring, late summer/autumn, and winter
How to Varromed
When should I use VarroMed?
When should I use VarroMed?
- Spring: Apply 1-3 times to disrupt mite growth early in the season, ensuring a healthy buildup of the colony.
- Late Summer/Fall: Apply 3-5 times to counteract mite population increases after honey harvest, preparing the colony for winter.
- Winter: Apply once during broodless periods to eliminate remaining mites and give the colony a strong start in the spring.
How much should I use for my colony?
How much should I use for my colony?
The dosage of VarroMed depends on the application season and the severity of the mite infestation:
- Spring: Apply between 15 to 45 ml per colony, with 1-3 applications.
- Late Summer/Fall: Apply between 15 to 45 ml per colony, with 3-5 applications.
- Winter: Apply 15 to 45 ml per colony, with 1 application.
Is VarroMed damaging for queens or brood?
Is VarroMed damaging for queens or brood?
No negative effects on queens or brood have been observed.
What is the maximum number of treatments that can be carried out in succession if there is ahigh mite load?
What is the maximum number of treatments that can be carried out in succession if there is ahigh mite load?
In relation to the market authorisations, 9 treatments are recommended per year. For the late summer/autumn treatment, between 3 and 5 treatments depending on the number of mites fallen.
Can I treat in the morning and/or during the day? Can I treat during the honey harvest?
Can I treat in the morning and/or during the day? Can I treat during the honey harvest?
According to the marketing authorisations and the tests carried out, it is recommended to treat at the end of the day when most of the worker bees have rejoined the hive.
Except in winter (when you treat at the warmest time of the day). (With Supers on the hives)
Is there any residue in the honey after treatment?
Is there any residue in the honey after treatment?
No MRL (maximum residue level) are required for VarroMed, which has a marketing
authorisation for Europe. There is a zero day waiting period for honey. However, it is advised to treat out of the honey flow period.
Can VM be used as the unique treatment (effectiveness)?
Can VM be used as the unique treatment (effectiveness)?
VarroMed is a treatment that can be used in all three seasons to keep varroa pressure low
throughout the year. By following the recommendations for VarroMed throughout the beekeeping year, it is possible to use it as a unique treatment.
