How to Do Sugar Rolls to Test for Varroa Mites - Betterbee
WEBSugar rolls are a non-lethal way to determine the varroa mite infestation rate on a subset of the adult bees within a colony. Test results allow you to compare the infestation rate with published thresholds and make decisions about whether or not treatment is warranted.
Varroa Mite Testing & Management | Bee Lab
WEBThe powdered sugar roll is a test that covers sampled bees in powdered sugar to dislodge varroa mites from the adult bees. Once dislodged, shake varroa mites out of the bee sample through the mesh screen and count them. This method relies …
Catch and Release Powdered Sugar Roll Varroa Mite Test
WEBNov 26, 2021 · Try a quick and easy powdered sugar roll mite test. Before we get into the how-to’s of the sugar roll, let’s discuss why mite counts are so important. In a nutshell, the tiny Varroa destructor mite kills bees.
Powder Sugar Roll for Varroa Sampling – Bee Health - Extension
WEBPowder Sugar Roll for Varroa Sampling. To keep your honey bee colonies healthy, it is important to determine the level of varroa mites in your colonies. This method provides a good estimate of the number of varroa mites on the adult bees. This method has the advantage of not killing the bees.
WEBIf your mite populations are above threshold, make sure that you take action to protect your bees. For useful documents on what tools to use to manage the varroa mite, visit: https://pollinators.msu.edu/resources/beekeepers/planning-‐for-‐varroa/. Sugar roll …
WEBAlthough there are lots of ways to test for Varroa mites, the sugar roll method is easy, reliable and doesn’t kill many bees. The kit includes a white plastic dish tub, a quart Mason jar with a screened lid, a spray bottle, a half-cup measure, some powdered sugar, a log sheet, and these instructions.
Counting Varroa Mites: Essential Techniques for Beekeepers
WEBThe sugar roll method is a non-lethal way to estimate varroa mite levels within your hive. It involves dislodging mites from adult bees using powdered sugar and then counting them. Here’s how to perform a sugar roll:
Development and Evaluation of a New Effective Tool and Method …
WEBMay 12, 2022 · A new device for assessing Varroa destructor (Anderson–Truman) mite infestations in honey bee colonies was designed, tested, and evaluated against the sugar roll method, a widely used method by beekeepers. The Varroa Shaker Device (VSD) is constructed of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe that separates into three parts.
WEB4. Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar 5. Roll gently for 1 minute 6. Set in the shade for 2 minutes 7. Shake the sugar and mites out of the jar onto a white plate or the empty dish pan. 8. Add water or spray the sugar which dissolves the sugar and make it easy to see the mites. 9. Count the mites. Divide by 3. Infection rate is # of mites per ...
(PDF) G01-1430 Using the Sugar Roll Technique to Detect
WEBJan 1, 2001 · Topics covered include: 1) comparing inert dusts for detecting and assessing varroa mite infestations; 2) using powdered sugar to detect and assess varroa mite infestations; 3) why dust-like...