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It's hot here in SW La. and all my hives have beards. My hives are in the sun most of the day, but I was told you need that to help fight hive beetles. Anyway, is it normal for the ole fat boys to fly around and go in/out of the hive ?
Also, would like to know. Would it pay to buy bulk livestock salt by the bag, and really coat the ground good in front and around the hives? I am thinking this may break up the shb cycle as they go into the ground. I'm also thinking of placing black visqueen in front and around. I have also thought of bleach, and/or vinegar.
Has anyone tried this chemical warfare on the SHB ? I don't have them yet, I hope, just getting ready. Everyone says, it ain't if you get em, you will, just a matter of time. I want to put up a good fight on these rascals.
Best,
casper_zip
Also, would like to know. Would it pay to buy bulk livestock salt by the bag, and really coat the ground good in front and around the hives? I am thinking this may break up the shb cycle as they go into the ground. I'm also thinking of placing black visqueen in front and around. I have also thought of bleach, and/or vinegar.
Has anyone tried this chemical warfare on the SHB ? I don't have them yet, I hope, just getting ready. Everyone says, it ain't if you get em, you will, just a matter of time. I want to put up a good fight on these rascals.
Best,
casper_zip