Caring for the hive of bees involves maintaining their health. Bees are very sensitive to chemicals, and may even leave the hive treated with synthetic additives and disinfectants. ApiMax guarantees, when used correctly, the prevention of diseases in bee colonies, and its ingredients are of natural origin.
What is ApiMax for?
Winter for bees is a time of great stress. They are weakening, the immune system is malfunctioning, vitamin deficiency occurs. The main problem in this situation is the selection of a supporting fortified substance. ApiMax is used to maintain the vitality of the hive, the prevention of fungal and infectious diseases. Therefore, its use will be especially important in spring, after colds and hibernation, and in autumn, before a long period without sun and heat.
ApiMax will help working bees restore activity and increase immunity, the uterus - increase the volume of eggs laid, and the bee-nurse - the production of royal jelly. As a result, the hive tolerates wintering more easily and quickly recovers strength after it.
The drug is also used for medicinal purposes. ApiMax is effective in the manifestation of the following diseases:
- varroatosis;
- nosematosis;
- acarapidosis;
- hafniosis;
- paratyphoid;
- septicemia;
- colibacillosis;
- European and American foulbroats.
In the event of a disease in the hive, the effectiveness of ApiMax will depend on how quickly treatment was started.
The benefits of using the drug
Unlike many other products used to feed bee colonies, ApiMax has several advantages:
- Naturalness. The composition of the drug does not cause rejection in bees.
- Versatility. ApiMax is effective in the prevention of most diseases characteristic of bees.
- Nice smell. It provokes insects to eat the drug.
- No effect on honey. Taste and medicinal characteristics of the main product obtained from hives will not be affected.
- Cost-effectiveness. One bottle of ApiMax balm is enough to process 10 frames.
- Therapeutic effect. ApiMax is used to treat infections, viruses and fungi.
- Application variability. The tool involves various uses.
Description and release form
ApiMax is a supplement for feeding bees with sweet mixtures. It is available in the form of a balm, plates or tablets. Often on sale this product is found in liquid consistency, the volume of the bottle is 100 milliliters. Coniferous aroma, and also black or dark brown color are characteristic of it. The taste of ApiMax will seem bitter to a person.
The drug has general strengthening, bactericidal, acaricidal, antiprotozoal and fungicidal properties, counteracts tick-borne infestations.
In addition to direct functions to care for the health of the hive, ApiMax is able to increase the fertility of the uterus, the production of royal jelly and the performance of bees.
Composition
Biologically active components of ApiMax are natural. They are extracts of plants with antibiotic functions that have anti-inflammatory and disinfectant effects.
Among them:
- Garlic. Fights fungi, disinfects air.
- Horsetail. Destroys ticks, interferes with their invasion.
- Hot pepper. Helps bees overcome varroatosis and nosematosis.
- Common wormwood. It has antiviral and antimicrobial properties.
- Needles. It is she who gives the characteristic smell to the drug. It can strengthen bees, helps them cope with varroatosis and ascospherosis.
- Echinacea purpurea. It gives strength to the hive, stimulates the uterus to increase offspring, strengthens the immunity of working bees.
- Spherical eucalyptus. It has a strong immunomodulatory effect on bees.
How to apply, instruction
There are three ways to use ApiMax balm. They are not a figment of the beekeepers' invention, but the recommendation reflected in the instructions for the drug. Which ApiMax application is more effective for each beekeeper to decide on his own.
The frequency of use of the drug is different, depending on the purpose and method of use of the drug.
Therapeutic feeding
Sugar syrup is prepared in a ratio of 2: 1 water to sugar, it is possible 1: 1, but then the syrup will have to be heated and made sure that it does not caramelize. For 10 liters, 1 bottle of ApiMax is dissolved. The resulting mixture is poured into jars, bags or empty honeycombs. The frame should have 25-30 milliliters of syrup with the addition.
The application scheme is as follows:
- Prevention - 1 therapeutic top dressing.
- Treatment of nosematosis - 2 top dressings with an interval of 3 days.
- Treatment of varroatosis and acarapidosis - 4 applications of syrup with an interval of 5 days.
- Treatment of infections - the use of the drug continues until the infection passes, the interval between feeding is 3 days. When the hive is already healthy, you should take the last approach 3 days after the disappearance of symptoms.
Application of ApiMax balm for spraying
1 bottle of ApiMax balm is dissolved in 1 liter of warm (not hot!) Boiled water. The mixture is cooled to room temperature and used using a fine spray with a dispenser. 1 frame will require 10-20 milliliters of funds:
- For preventive purposes, 1 spray is carried out.
- From nosematosis will have to do it 2 times, an interval of 3 days.
- From varroatosis and acarapidosis - 3 sprays every 3 days.
- Infectious diseases suggest a procedure every 3 days until the symptoms disappear completely. And at the end of the course - an additional spraying 3 days after the recovery of the bees.
Candy with ApiMax Balm
Kandy is a dough-like feeding for bees, usually made by beekeepers in the cold season. There are many recipes for making candies from honey, granulated sugar or flour. ApiMax can be added with any chosen method of manufacturing top dressing in the calculation of 20 milliliters per 1 kilogram of candi. Further, as with conventional top dressing, the substance is laid out in hives (50 grams per 1 frame). Frequency of use:
- Preventive measures and treatment of nosematosis suggest 1 top dressing.
- Varroatosis and acarapidosis - 3 uses with weekly intervals.
- During infections, top dressing is carried out until recovery 1 time per week, and 1 time after the complete elimination of the disease.
Precautions
ApiMax is an absolutely non-harmful natural preparation, therefore it does not have dangerous side effects for people. However, it can cause irritation or an allergic reaction if it enters the human mucosa and skin.
In this case, rinse affected parts of the body with running water. And to prevent such incidents, you should wear safety glasses, gloves and covered work clothes. Also, during procedures with the drug, it is forbidden to eat, drink and smoke.
ApiMax is stored at temperatures from +20 to +30 degrees Celsius, in a place inaccessible to sunlight. It should be kept away from children and pets. The shelf life of the drug is 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Drug prices
Means for feeding and maintaining the immunity of ApiMax bee families in Russia costs from 100 to 150 rubles. It can be purchased by ordering online, or in stores specializing in products for beekeepers.
Reviews
Yaroslav Petrovich, beekeeper.After the winter, 2 hives became sick, the number of bees decreased by one third. Podmor gathered and began to think about top dressing. At first I just tried it in syrup, but there was no noticeable result. ApiMax balm acquired very on time. I tested the supplement on one hive, which suffered the most. They stopped breathing, and the uterus visibly revived and began to give more babies.
Antonina Yakovlevna, beekeeper with 20 years of experience.I really like ApiMax supplement. After it, the bees are cheerful and active. Eating top dressing with balm with a bang. The uterus gives more offspring, the hive carries more “product”. In general, I am satisfied and recommend it to everyone.
Oleg Dmitrievich, beekeeper.A tick got into the evidence. Last time I had to use vigorous chemistry, because of which there were losses in the volume of honey. A friend advised ApiMax balm. And, lo and behold, a week later there was no trace of ticks. Applied by spraying. And the honey is delicious.
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ApiMax is a herbal preparation that can support and protect the health of the hive. Thanks to timely prevention and rapid treatment of diseases, the beekeeper will be able to collect large volumes of honey and other useful gifts from bee families.
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