Mite Resistant Honeybees? VSH Explained (Cory Stevens)

Cory Stevens is an authority on mite resistance in honeybees and is obsessed with developing a bee that is resistant to varroa mites but also maintains the desirable traits that beekeepers desire such as gentleness and productivity. In this video we we discuss a few key things that may cause some confusion in the beekeeping world. What exactly is VSH when it comes to honeybees? And what about SMR? IPM? UBO? These are all acronyms that are important to understand when tackling the problem of varroa mites in our honeybee population. How can the average beekeeper incorporate a reasonable plan to find success in fighting the varroa mite? Though mite resistance is a desirable goal are treatments never needed when using VSH queens? Watch/listen to the video and you will see? Also learn how Cory's unique approach of queen introduction. Interesting stuff!!! Check out Cory's Channel @stevensbeeco767 Check out his website: stevensbeeco.com #brucesbees #varroamite #beesarecool #VSH #corystevens