Apivar 2.0 Varroa Mite Treatment Strips – 4, 12 & 60 Pack

Advanced Varroa Mite Control for Healthier Honey Bee Colonies

Protect your honey bee colonies with Apivar 2.0 Varroa Mite Treatment Strips, an innovative hive treatment designed to help beekeepers manage Varroa destructor mite infestations effectively.

Available from Innisfil Creek Honey, Apivar 2.0 features an improved hanging system, adaptable strip lengths, and a treatment formulation designed to deliver a significant reduction in Varroa mite populations during the first weeks of application.

Developed through field studies, Apivar 2.0 is designed to provide effective mite control while simplifying treatment for backyard beekeepers and commercial apiaries.

With 4-strip, 12-strip, and 60-strip packages available, Apivar 2.0 offers convenient options for beekeepers managing everything from a few backyard colonies to large commercial beekeeping operations.

Why Choose Apivar 2.0?

• Effective Varroa Mite Control: Formulated to help reduce Varroa destructor populations in honey bee colonies.

• Rapid Initial Mite Reduction: Manufacturer-reported field studies demonstrate significant mite reduction during the first three weeks of treatment.

• Innovative Hanging System: Improved strip design eliminates the need for toothpicks or additional hanging supports.

• Flexible Strip Lengths: Adaptable design accommodates different hive configurations, including Langstroth and Dadant hives.

• Convenient Pre-Cut Design: A pre-cut line makes placement easier in compatible Langstroth brood chambers.

• Spring & Fall Treatment Option: Designed for use during periods of active bee movement within the colony.

• No Temperature Restriction: Manufacturer information indicates that treatment is not subject to a specific ambient temperature restriction.

• Extended Treatment Period: Designed for a 6–10 week treatment period, subject to the current Canadian-approved label.

• Convenient Package Sizes: Available in 4, 12, and 60 strips.

• Suitable for Hobby & Commercial Beekeepers: Practical for small backyard apiaries and larger beekeeping operations.

Product Specifications

Available Package Sizes

Apivar 2.0 – 4 Strips

A convenient package for hobby beekeepers and smaller apiaries.

• Contains 4 Apivar 2.0 treatment strips.

• Suitable for managing a small number of colonies, depending on colony strength.

• Convenient for seasonal Varroa mite treatment.

Apivar 2.0 – 12 Strips

A practical option for beekeepers managing multiple colonies.

• Contains 12 Apivar 2.0 treatment strips.

• Suitable for small and medium-sized apiaries.

• Convenient for regular spring and fall mite management.

Apivar 2.0 – 60 Strips

An economical bulk package for larger beekeeping operations.

• Contains 60 Apivar 2.0 treatment strips.

• Designed for beekeepers managing larger numbers of colonies.

• Convenient for commercial apiaries and seasonal treatment planning.

The number of colonies each package can treat depends on colony strength, the number of frames covered with bees, and the application rate specified on the approved product label.

How Does Apivar 2.0 Work?

Apivar 2.0 is designed to control Varroa mites through contact with honey bees moving throughout the brood chamber.

As bees travel between brood frames, they come into contact with the treatment strips, allowing the active ingredient to reach mites present on adult bees.

The extended treatment period helps target Varroa mites as they emerge from capped brood over successive reproductive cycles.

Apivar 2.0 is designed to provide substantial mite reduction during the early stages of treatment while continuing to control mite populations throughout the prescribed treatment period.

Always follow the current Canadian-approved Apivar 2.0 label for the active ingredient, application rate, treatment duration, and all restrictions.

Improved Hanging System – No Toothpicks Required!

One of the convenient improvements of Apivar 2.0 is its innovative hanging system.

Unlike some traditional treatment strips that require toothpicks or separate hanging supports, Apivar 2.0 features an integrated hanging design.

Benefits include:

• Faster installation in brood chambers.

• No additional hanging accessories required.

• Easier positioning between brood frames.

• Convenient removal after treatment.

• Reduced preparation time when treating multiple colonies.

This user-friendly design helps simplify Varroa mite treatment for busy beekeepers.

Adaptable Strip Design for Different Hive Types

Apivar 2.0 features flexible strip-length options designed for different hive configurations.

The strips are suitable for compatible hive designs, including:

• Langstroth hives.

• Dadant hives.

• Other hive configurations specified on the approved label.

For Langstroth hives, a pre-cut line on the strip is designed to make positioning easier between brood frames.

Always confirm the correct strip configuration and placement method for your hive type using the approved product instructions.

How to Use Apivar 2.0 Varroa Mite Treatment Strips

Step 1 – Monitor Varroa Mite Levels

Assess your colony's mite infestation using an appropriate monitoring method before beginning treatment.

Step 2 – Determine the Correct Number of Strips

The supplied product information describes a typical application rate of one strip per five frames covered with bees in each brood chamber.

Confirm the correct rate using the current Canadian-approved label.

Step 3 – Prepare the Treatment Strips

Follow the manufacturer's instructions for adjusting strip length or using the pre-cut feature where applicable.

Step 4 – Hang the Strips in the Brood Chamber

Position the strips between brood frames according to the approved label.

The integrated hanging system eliminates the need for toothpicks or separate hanging supports.

Step 5 – Maintain the Prescribed Treatment Period

The supplied product information describes a 6–10 week treatment period.

Follow the approved label for the correct duration based on your colony conditions.

Step 6 – Inspect and Reposition if Directed

The manufacturer recommends checking strips during treatment and, where label-authorized, removing accumulated wax or propolis and repositioning strips within the active brood area.

This helps maintain contact between the bees and the treatment strips.

Step 7 – Remove the Treatment Strips

Remove all strips at the end of the prescribed treatment period and dispose of them according to the approved label.

Step 8 – Recheck Varroa Mite Levels

Monitor your colonies after treatment to evaluate effectiveness and determine whether additional management is required.

Spring & Fall Varroa Mite Treatment

Apivar 2.0 is designed for use when honey bees are actively moving throughout the hive.

Spring and fall are common treatment periods because effective Varroa mite management during these seasons can help support colony development and winter preparation.

The manufacturer's product information indicates that Apivar 2.0 does not require a specific ambient temperature range for application.

However, treatment timing, colony activity requirements, and any temperature restrictions must always follow the current Canadian-approved label.

Honey Supers & Honey Harvesting

The supplied manufacturer information describes an improvement to Apivar 2.0 that may allow honey supers to be installed immediately after the treatment strips are removed, without an additional withholding period.

IMPORTANT: Honey-super placement, harvesting intervals, and withholding periods must follow the current Canadian-approved Apivar 2.0 label. Do not assume that instructions from other countries apply in Canada.

Never place treatment strips in honey supers or use the product during honey production unless expressly permitted by the approved label.

Why Is Varroa Mite Control Important?

Varroa mites are among the most serious threats to honey bee colony health.

These external parasites feed on honey bees and contribute to the transmission of harmful viruses, potentially weakening colonies and reducing their chances of successful overwintering.

Effective Varroa mite management involves:

• Regular monitoring of mite populations.

• Appropriate spring and fall treatment planning.

• Selecting authorized treatments for colony conditions.

• Following approved application rates and treatment periods.

• Evaluating treatment effectiveness.

• Rotating suitable treatment methods as part of an integrated pest management program.

Apivar 2.0 provides a convenient treatment option for beekeepers managing Varroa mite populations.

IMPORTANT – ONTARIO CLASS C PESTICIDE PURCHASING REQUIREMENTS

AS PER THE MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT, CONSERVATION AND PARKS AND APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS UNDER ONTARIO REGULATION 63/09, CLASS C PESTICIDES CAN ONLY BE SOLD TO ELIGIBLE PURCHASERS, INCLUDING REGISTERED BEEKEEPERS, CERTIFIED FARMERS, OR LICENSED PESTICIDE EXTERMINATORS, AS APPLICABLE.

PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY IS REQUIRED BEFORE THE PRODUCT CAN BE RELEASED FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY, WHERE APPLICABLE UNDER ONTARIO PESTICIDE REGULATIONS.

PICKUP ORDERS – IMPORTANT

IF ORDERING FOR PICKUP, PLEASE BRING A VALID COPY OF YOUR BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE WHEN COLLECTING YOUR ORDER.

DELIVERY ORDERS – IMPORTANT

IF ORDERING FOR DELIVERY, PLEASE EMAIL A VALID COPY OF YOUR BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE TO sales@innisfilcreekhoney.com BEFORE YOUR ORDER CAN BE SHIPPED.

ORDERS WILL NOT BE RELEASED FOR PICKUP OR DELIVERY UNTIL THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED AND VERIFIED.

REGISTER YOUR BEES IN ONTARIO

YOU CAN REGISTER YOUR BEES AND OBTAIN YOUR CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION ONLINE THROUGH THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT:

https://www.sus.gov.on.ca/lc/content/mgcs/omafra/profiles/default.html?inTemplate=003-0373&lang=E

PLEASE ENSURE YOUR REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE IS CURRENT AND VALID BEFORE PLACING YOUR ORDER.

Important Treatment & Safety Information

• Read and follow the current Canadian-approved Apivar 2.0 label.

• Confirm that Apivar 2.0 is registered and authorized for sale and use in Canada.

• Use the correct number of strips for your colony.

• Follow the approved treatment duration.

• Observe all restrictions regarding honey supers and harvesting.

• Wear appropriate protective equipment when handling treatment strips.

• Do not exceed the approved dosage.

• Remove used treatment strips when treatment is complete.

• Dispose of used strips according to label instructions.

• Keep away from children and animals.

• Follow all applicable federal and provincial pesticide regulations.

Beekeeping Supplies from Innisfil Creek Honey

At Innisfil Creek Honey, we carry a selection of Varroa mite treatments, honey bee health products, hive management equipment, and beekeeping supplies for backyard and commercial beekeepers.

Whether you're managing a few backyard hives or operating a larger commercial apiary, regular mite monitoring and responsible treatment practices are essential to maintaining healthy honey bee colonies.

Important Product Information

• Product: Apivar 2.0 Varroa Mite Treatment Strips.

• Package Sizes: 4, 12, or 60 Strips.

• Target Pest: Varroa destructor.

• Treatment Format: Hanging In-Hive Strips.

• Typical Application Rate: 1 Strip per 5 Frames Covered with Bees, Subject to Approved Label.

• Treatment Duration: 6–10 Weeks, Subject to Approved Label.

• Recommended Treatment Seasons: Spring and Fall.

• Compatible Hive Types: Langstroth, Dadant, and Other Approved Configurations.

• Honey Super Restrictions: Follow Current Canadian-Approved Label.

• Ontario Purchasing Requirements: Valid Purchaser Documentation Required Where Applicable.

Shop Apivar 2.0 Varroa Mite Treatment Strips online at innisfilcreekhoney.com.

REMINDER: FOR PICKUP, BRING YOUR VALID BEEKEEPER REGISTRATION OR PESTICIDE LICENCE. FOR DELIVERY, EMAIL YOUR DOCUMENTATION TO sales@innisfilcreekhoney.com BEFORE SHIPPING.