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Practice-research-bees: improvement of varroa management strategies for hessian beekeeper
Project
Project code: EIP-Agri-HE-2020-LPLTLGMTSKB
Contract period: 01.01.2020
- 31.12.2022
Budget: 399,000 Euro
Purpose of research: Applied research
Keywords: farming practice/activity, farming equipment, animal husbandry, pest/disease control
One cause of the loss of entire bee colonies is the varroa mite. The chemical treatment of bees can lead to residues in honey. Alternatively, biotechnical methods can be used. These still have development potential. This project plans the network 'practical bee research' of researchers and beekeepers to develop innovative diagnosis and treatment strategies. An EIP-Varroa counter will also developed. This consists of a construction with a camera that takes a photo of a soil inlay in order to evaluate it on site and to make an infestation diagnosis.
Section overview
Subjects
- Beekeeping and health