Varroa EasyCheck
Varroa EasyCheck
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EasyCheck
EasyCheck
Mite Wash Cup & Strainer Basket $30
Local Pick Up Only (no shipping)
These are a handy way to check the mite load in a colony, but it does require learning the correct way to get a sample of nurse bees from the nest area to test for Varroa Mite numbers.
There are several videos available online that demonstrate the proper use and implementation, so get familiar before you test your bees. Randy Oliver has a short Mite Wash Demo Video you may find helpful.
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Description
Description
We need a way to monitor the mite levels in our hives. As of 2025 the wash is the industry standard, but understanding this is not a perfect science helps manage expectations of the results and the nature of this business.
Editor's note: Even though the sugar roll method has been shown in recent field trials to be much less dependable than a wash, these jars come with instructions that include using powdered sugar.
Words form the product maker...
Our Varroa EasyCheck is the first 3-in-1 Varroa monitoring tool!
Varroa EasyCheck is a practical tool for easy Varroa infestation monitoring on adult bees.
Alcohol wash or sugar roll. These methods are now available in the same tool. It's up to you to choose the method that suits you best!
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Alcohol Wash
Alcohol Wash
Alcohol wash consists of immersing a sample of bees into alcohol and then gently shaking the EasyCheck to detach the phoretic mites so they can be counted
Advantages: Fast and easy, it is recognized as the most accurate, reliable, and economical option for beekeepers
Sample Size
Sample Size
There are two lines on the white basket of the Varroa EasyCheck
Lower line corresponds to about 200 bees and the upper line corresponds to 300 bees
We advise you to take 300 bees to obtain the most accurate results possible
In the case of weaker colonies, you can reduce this number to 200 bees
You will obtain your infestation percentage by dividing the number of varroa found by 2 (if 200 bees) or 3 (if 300 bees)
Example: If you find 5 varroa mites with 300 bees, you have an infestation percentage of 5/3 = 1.66%
Number of mites = % Varroa infestation
3 for 300 bees
2 for 200 bees (adjust according to sample size)
Features
Features
Designed for effectiveness: The filter basket is the key to EasyCheck’s reliability
Quick and easy to use 3 easy steps
Easily transportable and built to last
Tight-fitting lid is leak-free and comfortable to use
Two molded guidelines allow for samples of 200 or 300 bees
Designed for effectiveness: Fallen mites pass through holes in the base and sides of the basket
Transparent bowl allows accurate counting and reliable sampling
Depending on location and the time of year, alert thresholds range from > 1% to 5%. Check with your local association to determine thresholds in your area.
Related FAQs & How To
Related FAQs & How To
These pages offer additional information about buying queens.
Varroa Mites What's the problem?
Varroa Behavior Know the enemy!
Checking for Mites How to test
Treating for Mites Solution options
Locating Queens Finding the Queen 101
Marking Queens What it takes
Installing Queens Standard vs Slow Introduction Explained
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