Beekeepers must carefully weigh the benefits of a late-season nectar flow against the urgent need for parasite control. While autumn flowers provide a chance for extra honey, the author emphasizes that Varroa mite populations peak just as bee numbers begin to decline. To ensure hive survival, keepers should use an alcohol wash to check if infestation levels are above the three percent threshold. If counts are high, honey supers must be removed immediately to allow for medicinal treatments before winter bees are born. Ultimately, protecting colony health is far more valuable than the financial gain of a final honey harvest.
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