Pest Patrol

Control Varroa Mites in the Fall to Keep Bees Healthy

Bees give life to our gardens, but over the past few decades they’ve run into a number of issues harming the population. One of the most insidious are Varroa mites. Although only 1.1 to 1.5 mm wide, enough of them can destroy a hive, which is why it’s important to control Varroa mites in the ...

Skunks: How to Keep Them Out of Your Yard

We’ve caught 5 skunks so far this summer, and I’ve learned a lot about their behavior as a result of this crash course in skunk management. Why are skunks a problem? As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, the skunks are primarily a nuisance in our yard because of the beehives. They sit in front of ...