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The presence of an apiary obliges the owner to provide proper care for the bees. Treatment and prevention of diseases is one of the main directions. Beekeepers use medicine for bees to treat insects in the autumn.
Bipin: application in beekeeping
Since the 70s of the XX century. Beekeepers in the USSR were faced with the problem of bees being infected by the Varroa mite, which became widespread in apiaries and became the cause of insect disease with varroa (varroa). The size of the parasite is approximately 2 mm. It sucks hemolymph (blood) from bees and multiplies quickly.
In addition to direct harm, the mite spreads other diseases that are no less dangerous for bees. For example, paralysis of a viral or acute nature. It is impossible to completely destroy the infection. Constant prophylaxis with Bipin is necessary. To do this, in the fall it is necessary to treat the apiary with the drug Bipin for bees according to the instructions for use. The wintering of all bee colonies depends on proper preparation.
Composition, release form of Bipin
The drug Bipin belongs to the group of acaricidal drugs. The basis of the composition is amitraz. Appearance: Liquid with a yellow tint. Available in glass ampoules of 1 or 0.5 ml each. There are 10 or 20 pieces in a package.
Pharmacological properties
The main effect is amitraz. A medicine from the group of acaricides - special substances or mixtures thereof to combat tick-borne infections. Bipin is used against the pest Varroa jacobsoni, the most common destroyer of insects and bees in particular.
Feedback from beekeepers about Bipin is positive. Beekeepers note the visible action and effectiveness.
Instructions for use
The drug Bipin for bees is diluted to an emulsion. The use of concentrate in its pure form is prohibited. For one ampoule – 1 ml – take 2 liters of clean water at room temperature (not higher than 40 oC). The prepared solution is sprayed within one day, the next morning a new one should be diluted.
Experienced beekeepers advise processing the apiary twice:
- immediately after collecting honey;
- before laying for the winter (carried out if a tick has already been detected or there is suspicion of its appearance).
The recommended interval is a week. Proper prevention will reduce the possibility of harmful mites appearing to a minimum. Therefore, it is worth spending time and effort in the autumn, and spending the next season without the pest.
Method of administration and dosage of Bipin
The finished emulsion should be milky or white. Any extraneous shades are a reason to prepare a new solution and pour out the resulting solution (the health and life of the bees depends on this).Prepare immediately before use to preserve the activity of the active ingredient Bipin.
The simplest processing option:
- pour the solution into a large plastic container;
- make a small hole in the lid;
- Gently water the hives.
Pour the emulsion slowly, in small portions. How experienced beekeepers do this can be seen in the video:
This method has one significant drawback: it is impossible to control the dose of the substance, which is why it is likely to overdose, which can negatively affect the bees. For an accurate calculation, take a medical syringe. The process will take time, you will have to fill the container more often, but it is easier to calculate the dosage of Bipin. For one street, 10 ml of solution is enough.
For large apiaries, a special device is used - a smoke cannon. Bipin for a smoke gun is diluted in the same way, according to the instructions. The emulsion is poured into the tank and pollination begins. 2 - 3 portions are released per hive, the supply is carried out through the lower part of the hive - the entrance. Then the bees are not touched until they are completely ventilated.
Side effects, contraindications, restrictions on use
There are several rules, violation of which leads to an overdose of the active substance. You cannot process hives with a force of less than five streets. Before the procedure, you should make sure that the bees react adequately to the medicine. Several families of bees are selected, treated with Bipin strictly in accordance with the instructions for use, and observed for 24 hours. If there are no negative consequences, they begin to process the entire apiary.
You cannot process hives with brood. Select the period after and during the consolidation of the bee club. The ambient temperature must be above 0 oC, preferably more than 4 - 5 oC. Low values may cause bees to freeze.
Shelf life and storage conditions
According to the instructions for use of Bipin for bees, it is prohibited to store open ampoules. The box with the medicine is placed in a dry, dark place. Storage temperature – from 5 oC to 25 oC. Exposure to light and sunlight is unacceptable. Shelf life – three years. Cannot be used after the specified time.
Conclusion
Keeping your bees healthy means harvesting delicious, healthy honey. Varroatosis prevention should not be neglected. The mite is considered the most common pest of apiaries. Timely processing will ensure active collection of the product and proper development of families. Reviews from apiary owners are positive and they agree on the need to use Bipin for bees strictly according to the instructions.
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