{"product_id":"hunterbee-10-pcs-small-hive-beetle-blaster-for-shb-control-in-beekeeping-hives","title":"HunterBee 10 pcs Small Hive Beetle Blaster for SHB Control in Beekeeping Hives","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmart, reusable pest management for beehives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall hive beetles can challenge hive performance. The HunterBee Small Hive Beetle Blaster is a compact, durable plastic device designed to sit between hive frames, offering a practical, low disruption approach to SHB interactions in a beekeeping operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to fit neatly between outer frames, this blaster features top entry holes that allow SHBs to enter while limiting access by honeybees. The result is a straightforward mechanism you can incorporate into routine hive work without extensive setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1. It is a plastic device inserted between frames in a hive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2. Made by high quality plastic material, reusable design makes you use it more easily\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3. Designed to fit neatly between outer frames in a hive\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4. The holes in the top of Beetle Blaster are big enough to allow SHBs to enter, but cannot be accessed by honeybee\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5. Just use vegetable oil like apple vinegar, safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDuring hive checks, slide the Blaster gently between frames so the openings align with the frame tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsure the device sits securely between frames, keeping the space consistent for monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptionally apply a small amount of vegetable oil or apple vinegar as a safety measure, following local guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurability and reuse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from high quality plastic, the Beetle Blaster is designed for repeated use across seasons, offering a lightweight option that supports quick handling and easy storage between inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-world use cases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eActive seasons when SHB presence is suspected; beetles may enter through the perforated top\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDuring hive inspections to minimize disruption to workers and brood\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAcross multiple hives to standardize pest management within an apiary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that this product is intended to support pest management strategies and is not a medical claim. Results may vary with hive conditions and management practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is the HunterBee Small Hive Beetle Blaster used for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: A reusable plastic device placed between hive frames to help deter SHB entry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I use the HunterBee Beetle Blaster safely?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Insert between frames during routine hive checks and, if desired, apply a small amount of vegetable oil or vinegar as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"HunterBee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45740416794810,"sku":"B07TZPSL7N","price":44.96,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/hunterbee-small-hive-beetle-blaster-between-frames.jpg?v=1774781240","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/hunterbee-10-pcs-small-hive-beetle-blaster-for-shb-control-in-beekeeping-hives","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}