Mite control in fall

Mite control in late summer and fall is crucial for preventing winter losses. Varroa mites weaken bees and transmit viruses, significantly reducing winter survival rates. Fall mite treatment ensures that bees entering winter are healthy and have low mite loads. Fall is a critical treatment window because it targets mites before winter bees are raised. Effective fall mite control is a preventative approach and involves variable costs depending on the chosen mite treatment method. Mite treatment supplies, along with gloves and a hive tool for application, are necessary for fall mite management.