Controlling the parasitic mite Varroa destructor is critical to saving our honey bees and our livelihood.

Varroa destructor ("Varroa") is a parasitic mite that poses severe risks to honey bees.  The mites initially attach themselves to the bee larvae and live off their hemolymph (bee 'blood').  They also attach themselves to adult bees.  While their parasitation doesn't often kill the bee directly, these mites cause the bees to become weakened and more subject to disease.  Diseases that can be transmitted by the mites themselves.  The difficulty controlling Varroa is complicated by challenges in early detection.  Our IoT device will help beekeepers by notifying them early in infestation so they can take action.  This should help the colony maintain its health.