Topbait Plus 60g – Small Hive beetle Trap/Bait

Target Small Hive Beetles and Cockroaches: OZ Armour Topbait Plus 60g

The OZ Armour Topbait Plus 60g is a bait gel designed for use with APIS Small Hive Beetle Traps to help manage small hive beetles. It is also described as suitable for cockroach control, giving the product a dual-purpose role for pest management around the hive and home.

The 60g pack is designed specifically for use inside compatible APIS traps. The gel should be placed in the designated middle slot of the trap rather than directly inside the hive box.

Designed for APIS Small Hive Beetle Traps

Topbait Plus is formulated to work with APIS Small Hive Beetle Traps, providing a dedicated baiting option for managing beetles inside the hive.

The product instructions specify placing the gel into the middle slot of the APIS trap. It should not be placed directly into the hive box, helping keep the bait contained within the intended trapping system.

Dual-Purpose Pest Management

Topbait Plus is described as suitable for controlling both small hive beetles and cockroaches. This makes the 60g gel a versatile addition to a broader pest-management setup.

For beekeeping applications, the bait is intended to be used with the APIS trap rather than being applied directly to the colony or hive box.

Simple Gel Application

Using Topbait Plus with an APIS trap is straightforward. The gel is applied to the designated middle section of the trap, where it can be used as part of the beetle-control system.

The product instructions recommend keeping the trap and bait dry, as moisture can affect the intended use of the gel.

Seasonal Refill Guidance

The product listing recommends cleaning and refilling the gel in APIS traps monthly during spring and summer. During winter, refilling every three months is generally recommended.

Regular inspection allows beekeepers to check the trap condition and maintain the baiting system as needed throughout the season.

Key Features

• Topbait Plus 60g
• Designed for APIS Small Hive Beetle Traps
• Suitable for small hive beetle control
• Also suitable for cockroach control
• 60g quantity
• Gel formulation
• Applied inside the APIS trap
• Designed for the middle slot of the trap
• Should not be placed directly into the hive box
• Keep the trap dry during use
• Monthly cleaning and refilling recommended during spring and summer
• Three-month refill interval generally recommended during winter

A Convenient Bait Option for Beetle Management

The Topbait Plus 60g provides a dedicated baiting option for beekeepers using APIS Small Hive Beetle Traps. Its straightforward application and seasonal refill guidance make it easy to incorporate into a regular small hive beetle control routine.

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