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Learn about the critical fall beekeeping mistake that causes thousands of bee colony collapses each year in this 25-minute educational video. Discover why ignoring late-season Varroa mite levels is the most common error that kills bee colonies during fall preparation. Master the technique of performing mite washes using Dawn dish soap instead of alcohol to reveal hidden threats in your hives. Understand why fall represents the most critical time for managing Varroa mites and how your decisions during this season determine your bees' winter survival chances. Explore insights from a beekeeper who transitioned from a treatment-free approach after experiencing colony losses, including practical management strategies for large-scale operations preparing 200 hives for California almond pollination. Gain essential knowledge for both beginner and experienced beekeepers about fall hive management, winter preparation techniques, and evidence-based mite treatment protocols that can save your bee colonies from preventable collapse.
