What you need to know about Amitraz resistance

Resistance refers to Varroa destructor‘s ability to withstand doses of acaricides that would normally be lethal. In other words, treatments that were once effective no longer works as well as they used to. The growing resistance of varroa mites to acaricides, particularly amitraz, poses a significant challenge in beekeeping, as amitraz has been a key tool in controlling these pests.

This document offers an overview to enhance readers’ understanding of the issue and clarify common misconceptions. You will learn in this document how to use amitraz in the most effective way to minimize the risk of resistance.