Varroa mite treatment
Varroa destructor is one of the greatest threats facing honeybee colonies today. At Penpest, we provide professional varroa mite inspection and treatment services to help beekeepers on the Mornington Peninsula protect their hives. With accurate mite testing and proven treatment methods, we give your colonies the best chance of staying healthy and productive.
Colony health
Protecting your hives from varroa
Varroa mites can devastate an untreated colony within months. Our varroa treatment services are designed to detect infestations early and apply the right treatment at the right time to keep your bees alive and thriving.
We use a combination of monitoring and proven treatment methods to give your colony the best chance of survival. Here's what sets us apart:
- Proven Treatment Methods. We use industry-approved treatments including oxalic acid and organic miticides, applied at the correct time and dosage to maximise effectiveness while minimising harm to your colony.
- Accurate Mite Testing. Before any treatment, we carry out a thorough mite count using the alcohol wash method to establish your hive's infestation level. This ensures treatment is only applied when necessary and allows us to monitor whether it has been effective.
- Transparent Pricing. Our varroa mite treatment services are competitively priced, with costs depending on the number of hives and treatment required. Treatments start at $220 incl. GST and full pricing is found in our booking page. If cost is a concern, don't hesitate to reach out—we're committed to making varroa management accessible to all beekeepers because healthy bees matter to everyone.
Trust Penpest to deliver effective, professional varroa mite management that keeps your colonies strong and productive.
Why early treatment matters
Varroa mites reproduce rapidly—a small, untreated infestation can collapse a colony in as little as one season. Regular monitoring and timely treatment are essential. Whether you keep one hive or many, we can help you build a varroa management plan that suits your situation.
Testimonials
We love working with amazing people
“Harry and was conscientious and proactive from the out, providing a competitive quote quickly and offering appointments for treatment soon after initial engagement. He and Magnus were exceptional communicators throughout, allowing us to confidently take up the service and to feel secure in its quality at completion. Would strongly recommend”
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“GREAT SERVICE, EXCELLENT RESULTS ON TIME AND EFFECTIVE.”
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“Prompt, affordable, knowledgeable and helpful. What else could you want!?”
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“Magnus from PenPest was highly professional. All aspects of the job were explained clearly, he was courteous and efficient, and the price was very reasonable. 5 stars well deserved. Scott - Mt Martha”
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“Well priced, prompt service and easy to do business with.”
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“Great service at resonable price. Harry is a professional and highly recommend PenPest.”
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“Magnus was outstanding and went above and beyond what was required. Couldn’t rate Pen Pest higher and will absolutely use again on a seasonal basis. Thank you!!”
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