Response to Special Scenarios and Long-Term Monitoring

Overwintering Protection:

You should take advantage of the metabolic heat produced by large wax moth larvae. When you inspect your combs in winter, pay attention to areas with abnormal local temperatures and promptly eliminate any potential sources of infestation.

Protection in Bee Product Processing:

After you harvest your comb honey, seal it immediately and subject it to freezing treatment. When drying your pollen, ensure you sterilize it with ultraviolet light and then vacuum-package it.

Resistance Management:

Rotate between different biological agents and chemical pesticides with distinct modes of action. This practice will help delay the development of resistance in wax moths.

Apiary Hygiene Monitoring:

Maintain a hive inspection log to record any signs of wax moth activity. Coordinate with neighboring hives to implement joint prevention and control measures, thereby preventing the larvae from migrating between colonies.