Apiroy: instructions for use in beekeeping
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This article will help you learn more about the drug Apira, which is popular among beekeepers. You will get all the important information about the drug from this article.
Properties of the preparation Apira for bees
Apira for bees: photo of the preparation
Beekeepers quite often use a variety of preparations in order to strengthen bees, increase the number of individuals, as well as swarms that are bred in the apiary. Today in this article we will consider one of the most popular drugs in modern beekeeping - Apira.
Apira for bees is a preparation that makes it easier to catch swarms during the period of the most active swarming. As a rule, it is sold packaged in pink plastic jars, 25 grams of the drug are placed in one jar. Usually these are not granules or powder, but a whitish, odorless gel. Apira refers to a special group of pheromone agents that are used for bees, attracting and collecting them in one place to obtain more bee material.
Apiroi: instructions for use
The composition of the drug Apiroy includes several more active substances, which in their totality create exactly the material that is extremely useful for bees: they become more active, interact faster with each other. In general, this is a huge plus for the beekeeper. Among the components, it is necessary to highlight such as:
- Geraniol;
- Citral;
- Peppermint oil;
- Lemon oil;
- Lemon balm oil.
All components are natural, therefore they do not cause any significant harm to bees, but in general they are quite useful for them. Of course, it is worth remembering the quantity so that there is no oversaturation and oversaturation of the given components. Pheromones, which are part of the drug, affect the behavior of bees and the entire bee colony, they begin to cluster more often into groups, interact with each other, which creates separate working individuals. In addition, bees lure new bees into their nests, which leads to an expansion of families. The activity of bees a week after the application of the drug increases by about 35%, and egg-laying increases by 50% (ideally, if you correctly deal with the drug and avoid miscalculations).
When using Aperoi for bees, it is extremely important to follow the instructions that accompany the preparation, as well as observe all the recommended doses. If used improperly, it can cause significant harm to the health of the bees. Nevertheless, today it is impossible to speak unambiguously about side effects, or about any contraindications that beekeepers face. You just need to adhere to the rules, calculate the dosage and frequency of use of this tool.
Storage methods
Aperoi for bees can be stored at different temperatures, minimum - 0 degrees, and maximum - about 25 degrees Celsius. A dark, dry place is suitable, since in a humid environment the drug can deteriorate, other organisms can begin to develop in it. The shelf life is quite long, reaching two years, even after unsealing the package and starting to use.