{"product_id":"hop-guard-3","title":"Hop Guard 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eHopGuard 3 is a hop compound–based miticide designed to help reduce varroa mite levels inside honey bee colonies. Derived from hop beta acids, it provides an alternative treatment option for beekeepers managing mite pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 ready-to-use insert strips\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHop-derived active ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated from hop compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReady-to-use strips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-measured inserts for direct hive placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible hive compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for Langstroth, top bar hives, nucs, splits, mating nucs, drone mother colonies, and newly installed packages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hang strips directly between brood frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature guideline:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply when daytime temperatures are above 50°F (10°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHopGuard 3 is a miticide formulated from hop beta acids and is designed for in-hive varroa mite management. The strips are inserted directly between brood frames where bees contact the treatment during normal activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes 10 insert strips. Application rate is based on colony strength:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003e2 strips per brood chamber\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply \u003cstrong\u003e1 strip per 5 frames of bees\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003e2 strips per 10 frames of bees\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrips should be hung between brood frames according to label directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHopGuard 3 may be used in a variety of hive configurations, including Langstroth hives, top bar hives, nucleus colonies, splits, mating nucs, drone mother colonies, and newly installed packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaytime temperatures should be above 50°F (10°C) during application. Always refer to the product label for complete instructions and application guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/betatec.com\/hopguard-faqs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eHop Guard FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/varroa-mite-control\"\u003eSynthetic, Organic, and Physical Varroa Mite Treatments\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eFull \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pest-control\"\u003ebeekeeping pest control line\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Foxhound Bee Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51313252597796,"sku":"DC312","price":48.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0254\/3914\/1924\/files\/Hop-Guard-3-Foxhound-Bee-Company.png?v=1787854342","url":"https:\/\/www.growitdepot.com\/products\/hop-guard-3","provider":"Grow It Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}