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disease · severity: high

European Foulbrood (EFB)

European Foulbrood (EFB)
European Foulbrood (EFB) illustration

Symptoms

Twisted larvae outside cells, off-white to yellow, sour smell.

Treatment

Often resolves with strong nectar flow and a new queen. Severe cases may require terramycin (prescription).

Prevention

Maintain colony strength and replace combs every 3-5 years.

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