Manufacturers
Browse 10+ manufacturers in the varroa mite management industry.
Vita Bee Health
United Kingdom
Vita Bee Health is a UK-based global manufacturer of honey bee health products founded in 1979. They produce Apiguard thymol gel, one of the most widely used organic Varroa treatments globally, and the Varroa EasyCheck monitoring device. Vita invests significantly in bee health research and has a presence in over 60 countries.
Elgon (Varomorus)
Lithuania
Elgon is a Lithuanian beekeeping equipment manufacturer producing the Varomorus line of 12V electric oxalic acid vaporizers, which have become widely used by US beekeepers through distribution via Mann Lake and other major retailers. The Varomorus is valued for its reliability, durability, and competitive pricing compared to other professional-grade OA vaporizers.
ApiShield
United States
ApiShield is a US-based manufacturer of oxalic acid vaporizers, including the Subverta line, designed for commercial beekeeping operations that require precise dosing and robust field durability. Their units offer adjustable dose basins and are available in both 12V battery-powered and 110V AC versions to accommodate different apiary setups.
ProVap Systems
United States
ProVap Systems manufactures 110V AC electric oxalic acid vaporizers for beekeepers who have access to grid power or a generator in their apiary. The ProVap 110 is the flagship product, offering fast heat-up times and consistent temperature delivery for reliable OA sublimation without the battery management required by 12V units.
Dadant & Sons
United States
Dadant & Sons is one of the oldest and largest beekeeping supply companies in the United States, founded by Charles Dadant in Hamilton, Illinois in 1863. They manufacture hive equipment and foundation and distribute major Varroa treatment products including MAQS formic acid strips. Dadant also publishes The American Bee Journal, the longest-running beekeeping publication in North America.
Elanco / Veto-Pharma (Apivar)
France
Apivar is manufactured by Veto-Pharma, a French veterinary pharmaceutical company founded in 1994 that specializes in honey bee health products, now part of the Elanco animal health portfolio. Veto-Pharma is also the US distributor of Api-Bioxal, the EPA-registered oxalic acid product for Varroa control. Apivar is the most widely used synthetic acaricide for Varroa in the United States.
Mann Lake Ltd
United States
Mann Lake Ltd is a major US manufacturer and distributor of beekeeping equipment and supplies headquartered in Hackensack, Minnesota. Founded in 1983, they produce hive equipment, protective gear, and distribute all major Varroa treatment products used in North America including Apivar, Api-Bioxal, and Varomorus vaporizers. Mann Lake is one of the primary supply channels for hobbyist and commercial US beekeepers.
Lyson
Poland
Lyson is a Polish beekeeping equipment manufacturer producing a comprehensive range of hive components, honey extraction equipment, and varroa management tools including electric OA vaporizers. Their products are popular in Europe and available in the US through specialty bee suppliers. Lyson is one of the larger beekeeping equipment manufacturers in Central Europe.
Veto-Pharma (France)
France
Veto-Pharma is a French veterinary pharmaceutical company founded in 1994 with a focus on honey bee health. In addition to Apivar (amitraz strips) and Api-Bioxal (oxalic acid) distribution, they develop diagnostic tools and research treatments for brood diseases and Varroa. Veto-Pharma operates under the broader Elanco umbrella while maintaining a dedicated bee health product focus.
National Bee Supplies (UK)
United Kingdom
National Bee Supplies is a UK-based beekeeping equipment retailer and supplier carrying a comprehensive range of varroa management products, hive equipment, and bee health supplies. They are a primary supplier for British beekeepers and carry major treatment brands including Apiguard, Api-Bioxal, and Bayvarol, as well as monitoring tools and protective equipment.