The National Varroa Mite Management Program is hosting training workshops to provide beekeepers with the latest information on Varroa mite and managing Varroa mite in your hives.

This FREE ONE DAY WORKSHOP will provide information on:

Understanding Varroa mite and its impacts
The importance of monitoring and treatment thresholds
Integrated pest management and Varroa
Chemical treatment options including organic options
Brood location, frame rotation and management
Best practice record keeping

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm (Check in from 8:30am)

Venue: Townsville RSL Club

Trainers: Ben Oldroyd, Madeleine Beekman, Blake Steward. You can find out more about your trainers here.

Morning tea and lunch provided. Dietary requirements will be met where possible.

Registration is required as places per session are limited. If you have already attended a National Varroa Mite Management Training Workshop in another location, please consider leaving space for beekeepers who have not yet completed this training.