Drone Brood Removal Impact

Estimate

Estimate mites trapped and overall reduction from drone comb removal cycles as part of integrated pest management.

Drone Frames Removed per Cycle

Removal Cycles per Season

Current Mite %(%)

Results

Estimated mites trapped

600total season

Mite reduction

15%

Resulting mite level

2.5%

Moderate impact. Helpful as part of an integrated mite management plan.

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