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Has anyone heard about using peppermint candy in the hive to control SHBs? Any opinions on the subject?
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October 16, 2022, 10:54:49 am »
I have not cao. Tell us more. (How and why it works, how much to use etc.). I am always interested in learning of methods to help control the Small Hive Beetle...
Phillip
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October 16, 2022, 11:11:37 am »
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ts99MrOGS4U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Upd8o5Z_To
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOldfLtBTwQ
Seems as though you have to reapply every week due to bees eating it.
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Ben Framed
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Rast have you tried the peppermint 'candy' treatment?
Phillip
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