Bee killer mite found on Central Coast as authorities expand hives to be destroyed | Laura_R_Chung
The varroa mite, which is deadly to honey bees, has been detected along the Central Coast as authorities increase the number of beehives set to be destroyed in a bid to control the spread of the parasite.
A biosecurity zone has been created on the Central Coast as authorities race to control the spread of the varroa mite.“Since varroa mite was first identified at the Port of Newcastle last week, NSW DPI has been working with apiary industry bodies and stakeholders to ensure beekeepers are informed and empowered to be part of this critical response,” he said.
NSW authorities established biosecurity zones in Newcastle and the Mid North Coast on Wednesday after the mites were detected at eight properties, with those in a 10-kilometre radius to be destroyed. Hives within a 25 and 50-kilometre radius will undergo surveillance. Earlier this week, the government said more than 600 hives had been destroyed in the Newcastle region but this number is likely to grow in the coming days.
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