Oxalic treatment advice

[Jimbo]

Hi EmsE,

Same here I am hoping for a thaw this weekend so I can check the girls and give my oxalic acid.

Gavin, would it not be easier to buy it by the case and get it delivered. Much more civilised

[darlo]

I purchased a 100ml Bottle pre-mixed treatment from our local Newburgh supplier, and with an excellent explanation of its use from the shop keeper. Probably not a cost effective solution for you lucky people with lots of hives, but for my two, will be enough! (I am told.) One amusing note to it -- The label tells me to store in a cool place! I gues that's not going to be an issue over the next few weeks!!!!!

I worked a night shift last night, and the temp guage on the ambulance got down to -14 in Cupar. I thought it was meant to get warmer. Bbrrrrrrrr

[darlo]

Well its done! My first winter treatment of Oxalic Acid. Done as per the advice and instructions of the masters of these forums, and per the instructions on the bottle.

I have to say it did seem very strange and daunting opening up hives, still surrounded by snow, and an air temp of 5c. But I have to say I was pleasantly suprised to see two healthy clusters, still with plenty of stores on the frames, and with some of the bees complaining strongly about the sudden invasion.

A quick drizzle of the treatment, supers back on, crown boards and roofs, and back for a nice cuppa. Still didn't feel right though. Poor girls !!!

However many thanks for the tips and advice from everyone, I hope the ladies will forgives me and still be here to complain in the spring.

[Calum]

I am sure they appreciated the warm meal!