Gulf Atlantic Zone Solutions for Turf-Damaging Insects
White Grubs, Billbugs, and Caterpillars Envu’s newest insecticide, Tetrino ® , offers quick knockdown and long-term residual control of larvae of white grubs, and billbugs as well as damaging caterpillars like black cutworms and fall armyworms. The broad-spectrum activity and flexibility of Tetrino is perfect for any golf course insect management program.
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Tetrino 16-32 fl. oz./A or Merit 0.4 lbs. ai./A (multiple
Water in with 0.125-0.5” for most effective control. Refer to label of specific product for instructions. Sequential applications likely required if white grubs are also problematic
When adult beetles of billbugs are seen
Billbugs
Larvae
formulations available including on fertilizer) Tetrino ® 32 fl. oz./A or Merit ® 0.4 lbs. ai./A (multiple formulations available)
An application of Tetrino applied in for white grubs will also provide 8-10 weeks control of fall armyworms. Water in with 0.125-0.5” for most effective control. Refer to label of specific product for instructions Delay watering and mowing for 24 hours after application. Provides immediate knockdown plus residual control for up to 10 weeks depending on rate. An application of Tetrino applied in for white grubs will also provide 8-10 weeks of control of fall armyworms.
Apply during peak adult
Larvae
White Grubs 1
When adults are first seen
Caterpillars
Larvae
Tetrino 16-32 fl. oz./A
Follow all label directions and local recommendations
White grubs are best controlled with Tetrino ® or Merit ® applied when adult beetles are first seen in mid-summer. (Envu)
Preventative white grub control will help eliminate damage from animal foraging. (Envu)
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