Foxhound Bee Company Varroa Easy Check Mite Tester — The #1 Mite Checker for Beekeepers

Overview

Beekeeping benefits from timely insights into Varroa infestations. The Foxhound Bee Company Varroa Easy Check Mite Tester is designed to support quick, reliable sampling right in the hive or during routine inspections. By pairing a patent-pending basket with a built-in measuring cup, this tool helps you gauge mite levels with less fuss, whether you opt for an alcohol wash, a powdered sugar shake, or a CO2 based method.

Three flexible counting methods

• Alcohol wash method: transfer a bee sample to the basket with ethanol or alcohol per your protocol; mites fall through for counting.
• Powdered sugar method: dust bees and shake; mites dislodge and pass through for quick counting.
• CO2 method: use CO2 for a non-wetting count, collecting mites for easy measurement.

Patented design and built-in measuring cup

The Varroa Easy Check features a patented basket that lets mites fall away from the sample for clear counts. An integrated measuring cup with molded lines provides a quick, repeatable way to size your sample in real world hive settings.

Why beekeepers reach for this tool

The Varroa Easy Check is widely adopted by both backyard and commercial beekeepers as a trusted mite sampling tool because of its accuracy and user friendly approach.

• Accuracy and consistency: many backyard and commercial keepers rely on it for mite assessments within their routine checks.
• Ease and speed: the design is intended to streamline sampling, saving time during busy inspection days.
• Versatility: three methods to count mites offer options to fit your equipment and preferences.
• Portability: compact construction makes it convenient to carry in a toolkit or hive truck.

Note: While this tool supports informed decision making about mite management, counts should be interpreted alongside hive conditions, season, and other indicators. Use as part of a broader beekeeping plan.