Formic Pro Varroa Treatment
Formicpro is a fast and easy-to-apply varroa treatment for colonies suffering from varroa.
The treatment utilizes formic acid as its active component. Each box contains packs of two strips which should be separated from each other, but the eco-paper wrap should NOT be removed. This acts as a wick to control the release of formic acid into the hive.
Application Instructions:
- Placement: Lay the strips flat across the brood frames from opposite sides, ensuring they cover most of the brood nest. Use two strips per hive, regardless of whether it is a single or double brood configuration. For double brood setups, place the strips on the top frames of the lower box.
- Supers must be removed before applying the treatment.
- Galvanized Materials: Note that galvanised steel components, such as roof metals or excluders, may rust or tarnish due to the acid fumes as they exit the hive through cone escapes or roof vents. This corrosion can spread from the initial points of deterioration.
Temperature and Conditions for Use:
- Temperature Range: Apply the strips when the temperature is between 10°C and 29.5°C.
- Weather: Ensure a forecast of three consecutive dry days.
- Hive Conditions: The hive should have at least 10,000 bees or 6 frames of robust brood. Keep the entrance fully open for proper ventilation.
Treatment Duration and Effects:
- Duration: Leave the strips in place for 7 days, then remove them before reattaching any supers.
- Release Period: Most formic acid will be released within the first 3 to 4 days.
- Bee and Brood Impact: Initial losses, particularly of young uncapped brood, may occur within the first few days. A temporary brood break of three days is typical, with an increase in egg laying observed by day 14 post-treatment. It is recommended to check mite levels both before and after application.
Shelf Life:
Formicpro® offers a substantial shelf life of 24 months, making it convenient for future use if not all strips are required immediately.
Formic Pro Packaging Leaflet
Product Brochure
Formic Pro Components
Ventilation Guide for Formic Pro
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This product is licensed as a Veterinary Medicine and as such records need to be kept for any inspections by the Department of Agriculture. If you buy online for delivery, you will receive a Medical Confirmation Form that should be signed and returned in the envelope provided to Donegal Bees. Your details will be kept on file for the period required by Law.
Department of Agriculture Contact Details:
Email: info@agriculture.gov.ie & Phone No: 016072000
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Delivery information
We currently only deliver orders to Ireland and Northern Ireland.
It is with great regret that at present we are unable to ship orders to our UK Customers. Unfortunately our couriers are currently unable to dispatch to the UK due to extensive delays and possible additional charges at GB borders as a result of Brexit. We hope this will be resolved in the near future.
Delivery Process
Any order placed on our website or over the phone are sent by parcel courier as standard. We use DPD Couriers for all orders within Ireland and the UK.
With smaller or individual items we might use alternative methods such as An Post.
If you’d like to receive a quote for postal delivery, get in touch with our team and we’ll do our best to help you out.
Larger, heavier items such as extractors or creamers will be sent by palletized road freight. Bulk orders can also be delivered by palletized road freight if it’s more economical than courier delivery. We use Duffy Express Freight when delivering orders by palletized road freight. When you order from us our team will provide you with a price for your pallet delivery.
Please allow 1-3 days delivery for your order within Ireland. (This may vary from May to August), we will always try to get the order to the customer within the 1-3 days.
If there is any reason that we can’t fulfil your order, or we think it’s going to be delayed, we’ll inform you via email or we’ll give you a call.
Tracking is available for parcels that are delivered by courier and for pallets delivered by road freight.
Get in contact with a member of our team to receive your tracking number or to receive a tracking update.
Items that are sent with An Post won’t be tracked unless it’s stated otherwise.
Our Standard Delivery Rates
Our standard courier service allows up to 30KG to be delivered per parcel. Orders above 30KG will be classed as two parcels.
The rates for our courier service are as follows:
Republic of Ireland: €7.00
Northern Ireland: £6.00*
As above, we may ship some smaller items via An Post and larger or heavier items via palletized road freight. Please contact our team for a quotation regarding any of these delivery services.
If for any reason you believe the delivery rate provided by our website is incorrect, please contact our team for clarification.
*These rates are subject to change in line with currency fluctuations.
Collection Or Pickup
All orders can alternatively be collected at our premises in Glencolumcille, County Donegal.
Get in contact with our office today if you’d like to arrange a collection time and date. You can view the location of our premises and get directions on Google Maps.
We also offer a pickup/collection service at numerous trade shows and events throughout the year. If you’d like to book an item to be collected at these events it’s vital that you make your purchase weeks in advance so we can make sure we can accommodate your order.
Please get in contact with our team if you’d like to avail of this pickup service.
Returns
If your goods are received damaged or are unsatisfactory in any way, we must be notified immediately upon receipt and, in any case, within no more than 7 days of receipt.
Please notify us in writing or by email detailing the condition of the goods and reasons for return. Your query and will resolve the issue as quickly and efficiently as possible. Contact should be made by e-mail to the following email address within the time period specified above;
Return goods must be in the same condition which the customer had received them, the return goods must not be used or modified.
Return Goods will be replaced once the Return Goods are received.
All returned merchandise must be sent to the following address and contain a written account containing proof of purchase and reasons for return. It must arrive at this address within 14 working days of confirmation of return.
Donegal Bees
Cashel
Glencolumbkille
County Donegal
F94 KP97
Ireland
All agreed returns will be refunded in the currency purchased via the website, to the value of the product at the time of purchase.
The return postage cost must be paid for by the recipient unless otherwise agreed between customer and supplier prior to return.