author(s)
Suman Devi, Meenakshi Devi and Chitralekha

abstract
Varroa mite (Varroa destructor) is the major challenge for beekeeping worldwide. Therefore, various methods and materials for varroa control have been suggested: plant extracts, essential oils, biological Agents, mechanical methods and some chemicals. The presented review highlights that still more comparative studies among varroa control options under different ecological conditions are strongly required. Basically the performed researches have been concentrated on testing chemical materials and essential oils while relatively few studies have been done on the other control options. It is concluded that the varroa mite should be continuously (monthly) managed within honey bee colonies using mechanical methods or treatment with essential oils (mainly thymol) and others also. In severe cases, and especially during the fall and not during honey seasons, the use of chemical materials can be done with preference to oxalic or formic acid.