Sanidad apícola en el valle de Azapa, Región de Arica y Parinacota, Chile

To evaluate the presence of Varroa, American Loque and Nosema, two apiaries in Azapa valley -Arica and Parinacota region- were studied between June and December 2008. The presence of V. destructor was done according to the protocol established by the Agricultural and Cattle Service (SAG), the quantity of presence of foretics mites evaluated, determining an index of infestation. To evaluate the control of the mite, the oxalic and formic acid in independent treatments were tried. The presence of N. apis according to the procedure established by Calderón and collaborators was done. In addition, the digestive system of bees with symptoms was observed. The level of infection of the affected beehives was determined and Fumagilina B to control the disease was applied. In the region, the presence of American Loque was not registered. The products applied in the colonies behaved highly effective in the control of the registered diseases. The sanitary condition of the region is ideal for honey bees activity.