Over 25 years of commitments to beekeeping
Véto-pharma is a pharmaceutical laboratory dedicated to honey bees health that develops, produces and markets a range of drugs and products designed to combat the key diseases and problems that threaten colonies.
Véto-pharma’s team of passionate and highly committed experts exports French know-how through the distribution of its products to more than 35 countries worldwide.
Véto-pharma is today a world leader in honey bee health and the only pharmaceutical player in the honey bee industry located in France.
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Innovation & support
At Véto-pharma, we believe that supporting beekeepers is as important as being innovative for honey bees health. That’s why we provide you with a large knowledge base.
You will find on this website a library of resources (presentations, fact sheets, white papers, …). But also a registration form to join our newsletter community, as well as a direct access to our blog.
Finally, social networks are for us a place of exchange and sharing. You will find the latest beekeeping news or video tutorials.
Vétopharma contributes to securing our food future
As a laboratory dedicated to animal health, Véto-pharma plays a significant role in preserving ecosystems and ensuring the quality of our food. More than 30% of food crops depend on pollinating insects, such as bees, highlighting the crucial importance of pollination for the survival of human populations.
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In this 1 minute video, discover how to use VespaCatch Select, specifically designed to combat the Asian hornet.
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Find it out in this 4 minutes video if amitraz will be the next beekeeping miticide becoming completely ineffective?
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This 4-page brochure provides information on the new “VespaCatch Select” selective trap for Yellow-legged hornets.
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In this document, you will find a link to apply for a Certified Applicator License in your US state to be able to purchase Amiflex.
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Presentation summarizing the key points to understand biology and cycle of the Yellow-legged hornet and how to trap it.
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This brochure is an essential document to help you use Amiflex treatment to its fullest potential.
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Revolutionising the fight against varroa mites: Véto-pharma’s Cutting-Edge R&D
Table of contents In 2014, Véto-pharma launched its experimental apiary, a cornerstone of its intensive research and development efforts. This apiary, together with an ad hoc R&D laboratory set up the following year, has significantly bolstered Véto-pharma’s capabilities in combating varroa mites. By 2018, our innovation team of engineers, researchers, and beekeeping technicians had refined… Continue reading Revolutionising the fight against varroa mites: Véto-pharma’s Cutting-Edge R&D
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Clinical case: Impact of Varroa on bee colony performance
Table of contents Varroosis, caused by Varroa destructor, is a major challenge to honey bee colonies (Apis mellifera). Even with the development and successful implementation of various management strategies to control this parasite, concerns persist about the long-term effects of initial infestations on colony health and productivity. In the Pays de la Loire region of… Continue reading Clinical case: Impact of Varroa on bee colony performance
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Water is life, and for bees too!
Table of contents Water is indeed crucial for the well-being of honey bees (Apis mellifera), especially in hot, dry climates or during droughts. Water’s importance for bees goes beyond hydration, playing vital roles in colony function and survival. Discover with us the different impacts of water supply, and the best way to provide your colonies… Continue reading Water is life, and for bees too!
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Honey bees: The Domino Effect of Poor Nutrition
Table of Contents Bees play a fundamental role in the proper functioning of ecosystems through pollination. In recent decades, there has been a decline in pollinator populations in general, and more specifically, honey bees. These losses are due to a combination of factors such as nutritional stress, the incidence of various pathogens and parasites, and… Continue reading Honey bees: The Domino Effect of Poor Nutrition
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A test apiary dedicated to developing solutions for sustainable beekeeping
The R&D apiary: autonomous trials, consolidation of technical references, skills enhancement, development and monitoring of product efficacy.
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Amitraz Resistance in French Varroa Mites: Not Related to a Single Mutation
Study on varroa mites reveals complex mechanisms behind amitraz resistance, questioning the role of the ORβ-2R-L gene mutation.