What is the purpose of the Japanese beetle treatments?

The treatments aim to control Japanese beetles using the insecticide Acelyprn.

When will the treatments start?

The treatments are expected to begin in early April 2026.

Who can I contact for more information?

You can contact WSDA at 1-800-443-6684 or email pest@agr.wa.gov.

What areas will be treated?

Treatments will occur in Yakima, Benton, and Franklin counties.

Japanese beetle treatments will begin in early April 2026 in several counties.

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Published: Mar 31, 2026 · 2 weeks ago
Category: Other
City: Yakima

What You Should Do Next

1
Contact WSDA
If you have questions, reach out to WSDA at 1-800-443-6684.
2
Visit WSDA website
For more information, check the WSDA website at https://agr.wa.gov/beetles.
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Prepare your property
Ensure your property is ready for treatment if you consent to the application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the Japanese beetle treatments?: The treatments aim to control Japanese beetles using the insecticide Acelyprn.
When will the treatments start?: The treatments are expected to begin in early April 2026.
Who can I contact for more information?: You can contact WSDA at 1-800-443-6684 or email pest@agr.wa.gov.
What areas will be treated?: Treatments will occur in Yakima, Benton, and Franklin counties.

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Full Notice Text

PUBLIC NOTICE
 
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) expects to conduct Japanese beetle treatments in Yakima, Benton and Franklin counties, WA beginning in early April 2026. The product to be used is Acelyprn (EPA Reg. No. 100-1489) which contains the active ingredient Chlorantraniliprole, an insecticide for the control of insects on golf courses, lawns, and landscape plants. The product will be applied by ground equipment to consenting properties. Questions about this project or other invasive species may be directed to WSDA at 1-800-443-6684 or pest@agr.wa.gov. Information about this project can also be found on the WSDA website at: https://agr.wa.gov/beetles. Treatments will be conducted under a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit issued by the Washington State Department of Ecology (ECY). Information on the Aquatic and Invasive Species Control General Permit can be found at ecology.wa.gov/AISC-general-permit. ECY twenty-four (24) hour emergency number: 1-800-645-7911.
 
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