Varroxal for honey bees - anti-varroa treatment - 200 g - ANDERMATT

Varroxal for honey bees: anti-varroa treatment - 200 g - ANDERMATT

A natural treatment based on oxalic acid to protect bee colonies against varroa destructor

Varroxal Andermatt is a veterinary medicine designed for the treatment of hives infested with Varroa destructor, the most destructive parasite for honey bee colonies. Formulated with dihydrate oxalic acid (sihydrate), this natural product acts effectively during periods when the hive has no brood, particularly in winter, when parasitic pressure can threaten the survival of the entire colony.

On Produits-Veto.com, Varroxal is offered at the best price, with fast delivery in 48/72 h. Each shipment benefits from careful packaging to preserve the quality of the product.

Properties of Varroxal: an effective product against Varroa destructor

The oxalic acid contained in Varroxal offers a direct action on adult varroa without compromising the health of the bees. Its effectiveness relies on a mechanical mode of action: when the product enters the hive, the oxalic acid attaches to the parasite, causing its weakening and then its progressive elimination.

Main properties:

• Powerful treatment against Varroa destructor,
• Powder formula 100% dihydrate oxalic acid,
• Enhanced action during brood-free periods (mainly winter),
• Compatible with spraying, trickling, or sublimation methods with the Varrox device,
• Ideal as a follow-up to spring or post-honey harvest treatment.

Thanks to the sihydrate used by Andermatt, the purity of the product guarantees excellent effectiveness and optimal adherence within the hive environment.

Use: how to dose Varroxal according to the number of hives

Dosage is an essential step to ensure the success of the treatment.
Varroxal can be used:

1. By trickling

• trickle over the intercadres,
• average dosage: 5 ml of solution per bee space.

2. By sublimation (evaporation) via a Varrox device

• 1 g of powder per standard Dadant hive,
• adapt to the size of the colony and the hive model.

3. By spraying

• preparation of a suitable oxalic acid solution,
• application to the bees in cluster.

To treat several hives at once, the beekeeper can prepare solutions using measuring spoons. Doses must always be adjusted according to:

• the strength of the colony,
• the type of hive,
• outdoor temperatures (excessive cold can reduce the mobility of bees),
• the health status of the colony.

Insufficient dosing can reduce the effectiveness of the treatment, while excess can weaken the bees.

Effects of the treatment on varroa

Oxalic acid acts quickly on phoretic varroa mites, particularly in brood-free colonies. After treatment:

• varroa mites fall massively during the first 24 to 72 hours;
• the effect continues for several days thanks to the residual action on the bees;
• the colony remains protected until the parasite's reproduction cycle resumes.

Varroxal does not penetrate the cell cappings: this is why winter is the most favorable period to reach almost all the varroa mites present in the hive.

Conditions of use and important precautions

For safe use, observe the following precautions:

• wear suitable protection when handling oxalic acid,
• avoid inhalation during sublimation (evaporation),
• never exceed the recommended dose per hive,
• apply only in the absence of brood,
• avoid simultaneous treatments with other acids,
• respect the authorization for use in beekeeping,
• maintain good ventilation of the hive after sublimation.

Storage of the Varroxal product

To preserve its properties, Varroxal must be stored:

• in a dry place,
• away from light,
• at a stable temperature,
• in its original packaging tightly closed.

Proper storage ensures the stability of the oxalic acid and optimal effectiveness during treatment.

Advantages of Varroxal Andermatt

Varroxal is particularly appreciated for its effectiveness during the winter period and its compatibility with modern Varrox devices.

• High-performance anti-varroa treatment
• Natural product based on sihydrate oxalic acid
• Enhanced action in winter, brood-free hive
• Pure powder of high quality
• Suitable for Dadant, Langstroth, and Warré hives
• Excellent price / effectiveness ratio
• Fast delivery Produits-Veto.com
• Economical format for several colonies

Frequently asked questions about Varroxal

When to apply Varroxal?

Varroxal is ideal in winter, when colonies no longer have brood. It can also complement a spring or autumn treatment, depending on the health needs of the hive.

How to dose Varroxal according to the number of hives?

The standard dose is about 1 g of powder per hive by sublimation. For several hives, prepare the doses with measuring spoons, adapting the gram amount according to the size of the colonies.

What are the benefits of oxalic acid?

Oxalic acid acts without risk to bees when used correctly. It leads to rapid elimination of phoretic varroa mites, with excellent tolerance for the colony.

Is Varroxal compatible with a Varrox device?

Yes, this product is designed to be used with Varrox sublimation devices, ensuring homogeneous evaporation in all the spaces of the hive.

Where to buy Varroxal at the best price?

Varroxal is available at the best price on Produits-Veto.com, with delivery in 48/72 h and a customer service dedicated to beekeepers.

To go further on anti-varroa treatment

With Varroxal, Thymovar and FormicPro, Andermatt offers protection against varroa throughout the year with healthy and effective products, all usable in organic beekeeping.

Also available in the Varroxal 75 g jar version

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