[Heteronychus arator]
Situation: All turf grass: turf farms sports fields, golf courses, bowling greens and recreational parks.
Occurrence: Larvae occur from early spring to mid summer and cause damage to turf roots. Adult mounds greatly disrupt playing surfaces due to tunnelling.
Larvae: Apply Merit® Turf & Ornamental Insecticide in spring.
Adult: Apply Tempo or Ficam W® on appearance of adult insects.
