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Hear what beekeepers are saying about vaccinated queens and packages

"Of 8 colonies, the one with the vaccinated queen is currently the strongest going into winter. I find this especially impressive as all the other colonies are locally adapted (100% survival last winter) and most were well established before the arrival of the vaccinated queen."

"Vaccinated hives were better balanced and had noticeably more honey (even in a challenging honey yield year). They had a better brood pattern, and the queens were generally more vibrant compared to our unvaccinated hives. We're very encouraged with how vaccinated queens have performed."

"I'm really excited about the proactive approach to bee health. In our most recent trial, we found that DWV-B viral loads were 90% lower in vaccinated colonies. It looks like this vaccine could be a powerful tool for preventing both AFB and DWV, helping us shift from managing infections to outright prevention."

"Having worked with many Canadian beekeepers, I can attest that disease management is a substantial concern for them. While this vaccine won't solve all problems faced by our industry today, it represents a significant step in the right direction, encouraging a shift in how we prevent and tackle diseases."

"Once these animals show you signs of disease, a lot of times it’s too late. Once the diagnosis of American Foulbrood [has] happened, you’re going to burn that [hive]. So, this is really exciting for us, because this is truly preventative medicine, [and] a tool in our hands that we can truly, truly change a status quo for the better."

"Nobody wants more chemicals out there in agricultural science. We’re all trying to reduce that. And I think earnestly, this fits into that perfectly."

"We were able to throw away our use of antibiotics, we’re able to not worry as much about outbreaks of AFB in regions that may have naturally in the environment as often because hives are dealing with those outbreaks right away. Just the concept of being able to vaccinate a honeybee just opens the doors to so many different possibilities in the future that we had only dreamed of a few years ago."

Frequently Asked Questions

How do vaccinated queens work?

The vaccine works through Transgenerational Immune Priming (TGIP), whereby the maternal insect passes immunity to her offspring. The vaccine, containing a killed pathogen, is administered orally to queen bee via workers. As she ingests it, pieces of the vaccine are transported to her ovaries where it is deposited in the eggs. The developing larvae are exposed to the vaccine and start to build up immunity before they hatch.

What diseases do vaccinated queens protect against?

The vaccine is conditionally licensed by the USDA and CFIA to prime larvae against mortality from Paenibacillus larvae. This bacteria is the causative agent of American Foulbrood Disease (AFB), a highly contagious and devastating disease that destroys the developing bee larvae.

Learn more about new experimental data showing how vaccination significantly reduced DWV-B in a large commercial yard in American Bee Journal.

Does Dalan’s vaccine contain mRNA technology?

No, the vaccine does not contain mRNA technology. The vaccine contains inactivated (dead) Paenibacillus larvae bacteria, the causative agent of American Foulbrood Disease. The vaccine does not contain any chemicals or harmful preservatives and is suitable for use in organic agriculture.

Is vaccinating queens safe?

The USDA and CFIA have approved the vaccine for use and reviewed Dalan’s data indicating that the vaccine is safe. After over 5 years of study using thousands of doses of vaccine, immune priming has never indicated a negative impact on queen fitness or honey composition.

How long does the immunity last?

The immunity lasts one generation. We recommend requeening annually with vaccinated queens.

What is the price of vaccinated queens?

The price of each queen varies depending on the retailer and the volume ordered. Generally, you can expect a $10 markup for vaccinated queens compared to non-vaccinated ones.

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