Varroa mite heat map This interactive map shows where hive inspections have been reported in NSW, and where Varroa has been detected. The legend has different colours to represent the number of detections in each area, and also all inspections where Varroa was absent.

Features both the Australian Tree Crop Map and Protected Cropping Systems Map, with analysis for potential impact areas for Varroa mite based upon the current emergency response zones (10km & 25km), as published by the NSW DPI.

The NSW DPIRD maintains an interactive heat map showing the current distribution and spread of varroa mite on the NSW DPIRD website. In 2016, 2019 and 2020, Varroa jacobsoni was detected on recently arrived hitchhiker Asian honeybees in Townsville.

Positive and Negative Varroa Mite Surveillance by Public and Government across NSW

What is Varroa mite? Varroa mites (Varroa jacobsoni and V. destructor) are the most serious pest of honey bees worldwide. The mites are tiny reddish brown external parasites of honey bees. How is it characterised? On their own, individual mites are easily identifiable to the naked eye. Left untreated varroa mite will kill any bee hive it infects.

Varroa mite heat map. This interactive map shows where hive inspections have been reported in NSW and the ACT, and where Varroa has been detected.

For beekeepers in NSW, managing Varroa mite in hives is a whole new skillset to learn. Find the range of support materials to help you build your knowledge on dealing with Varroa mite. Integrated pest management. Managing Varroa mite is …

Apr 8, 2024 · NSW DPI Interactive Heat Map – tracking the spread of Varroa destructor (Varroa mite) You can access the NSW DPI interactive heat map that tracks the current spread of varroa mite here: https://bit.ly/45uBiwz

Sadly, by 15 September 2023, surveillance by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) revealed that Varroa Mites had spread to 277 locations in NSW (see Red Zones on map below). Above: The DPI declared Red Zones around each site where Varroa Mites were detected.

Jun 29, 2022 · Our Industry Liaison Officer (for recreational beekeepers) is based full-time in the Local Control Centre at Maitland. An updated Biosecurity Order came into effect at 6.15 pm on 28 June 2022. This clarifies definitions and extended areas in eradication, surveillance and notification zones. Can beekeepers feed their bees? Not in NSW.