NAME:
BeetleBETA

PRODUCT TYPE:
Insecticide

ACTIVE INGREDIENT:
Beta cyfluthrin

FORMULATION TYPE:
Suspension Concentrate

PACK SIZES:
500 mL and 1 L

MARKET SEGMENT:
For the control of Turf, Ornamental, Native plant pests and a broad range of urban pests as specified in the DIRECTIONS FOR USE

SDS Label Declaration Technical Bulletin

BeetleBETA 125 SC is a highly concentrated 125 g/L beta cyfluthrin insecticide with unique Controlled Particle Technology™ (CPT) and Transigel Rheology System™ (TRS) making this the best formulated beta cyfluthrin available to turf and ornamental plant care professionals.

BeetleBETA 125 SC is a fast acting knockdown insecticide developed for the control of pest insects of turf, ornamental and native plants as well as an extensive list of urban pests.

IRRIGATION

• Irrigation is not required for the control of armyworm
• For thatch dwelling insects irrigate with 4 mm of water (e.g. Argentine stem weevil)
• For soil borne insects irrigate with 6 mm+

GREATER EFFICACY

Greater efficacy means fewer applications for the same pest.

The improved performance of BeetleBETA with CPT and TRS backed formulation science means a greater knockdown of pest numbers leading to a longer interval between applications.

Key Features:

• Approved for a broad range of insect pests of turf, native plants, ornamental plants, Azaleas, Hibiscus, Pelargoniums, and Roses
• Turf Pests Controlled:  armyworm, cutworm, webworm, adult billbug, stem weevil, adult scarabs, mole crickets, couch mite, ants and grasshoppers
• Native, ornamental, azaleas, hibiscus, pelargoniums and rose Pest Controlled:  sawfly larvae, grasshoppers, aphids, bugs, mealybug, lace bug, caterpillars, garden weevil, whiteflies and thrips
• Approved for a broad range of urban insect pests
• Irrigation not required for armyworm
• Fast knockdown
• Long residual control
• Does not burn any turf grass species
• Safe to use on native plants
• Unique Controlled Particle Technology™ (CPT)
• Unique Transigel Rheology System™ (TRS)
• UV and temperature stable to 50^oC
• No odour formulation
• Convenient easy measure chamber pack

REDUCED APPLICATIONS – SAVES TIME, MONEY AND THE ENVIRONMENT.

BeetleBETA 125 SC: Superior Black Beetle Control for Turf Care Professionals

For turf care professionals using BeetleBETA 125 SC insecticide to control African black beetles, an effective spray program should target the beetles at the key points in their life cycle. There are three optimal timing windows for effective beetle control:

1. Emerging Adults After Overwintering (Late Winter to Early Spring)
Objective: Control adults before they start feeding heavily on turf and mating.

• Timing: Apply when beetles emerge from the ground, typically late winter to early spring (e.g., August–September).
• Application: Use BeetleBETA 125 SC at the recommended rate, ensuring thorough coverage of the turf canopy.
• Key Considerations: Monitor soil temperatures and activity. Apply after rain or irrigation, as moist soil encourages beetle emergence.

2. Before Mating and Egg-Laying (Early to Mid-Spring)
Objective: Prevent reproduction and reduce future larval populations.

• Timing: Apply in early to mid-spring (e.g., September–October), just before peak mating activity.
• Application: Reapply BeetleBETA 125 SC to intercept active adults. Target areas with visible damage or historical infestations.
• Key Considerations: Prioritise consistent monitoring to catch activity spikes, especially after warm weather and rainfall events.

3. Before Adults Return Underground to Overwinter (Late Summer to Early Autumn)
Objective: Reduce the overwintering population.

• Timing: Treat turf in late summer to early autumn (e.g., February–March), as adult beetles begin to burrow back into the soil.
• Application: Use a high-volume spray to penetrate the turf canopy, aiming for even coverage and soil contact.
• Key Considerations: Schedule applications after irrigation or rain to ensure optimal soil moisture for insecticide movement.

Best Practices Across All Applications

• Cultural Practices: Complement insecticide applications with healthy turf management practices, such as aeration, dethatching, and proper watering, to promote robust root systems.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Monitor pest levels, and adjust application timing and frequency accordingly.
• Resistance Management: Rotate BeetleBETA with insecticides from other mode-of-action groups to prevent resistance development.

By targeting beetles at these critical stages, turf care professionals can achieve effective, season-long control and reduce the impact of African black beetles on turf health.

How to Apply

Apply as an overall treatment at only 1 litre per hectare to mown turf in a convenient amount of water, then thoroughly water in, or apply during rain. Beetles will be driven up to the surface.  Repeat two weeks later if necessary.