Sugar shake kit to test your hive for the presence of varroa mites.
Our kit includes a jar with stainless steel mesh lid (3mm aperture), 100g of pure icing sugar, a measuring cup and spoon, and instructions on performing the test and what to do if you find something.
You will need some newspaper and a white bucket or container half filled with water, and of course your safety gear and smoker!
You can find the instructions here: https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/biosecurity/pest-insects-and-mites/priority-pest-insects-and-mites/varroa-mite-of-honey-bees/sugar-shake-test-to-detect-varroa-mite
You can find a video showing the process on the NSW Department of Primary Industries channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCH8H6yXKcU