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Japanese beetles
Rufus Isaacs, MSU Entomology
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Japanese beetles can be present from June through September. They feed on the upper leaf surfaces, leaving a lacelike skeleton. Injured leaves may turn brown and die if feeding is severe, but clusters are not attacked. Juice grape vines are resistant and tolerate some damage, but vinifera and hybrids are more susceptible.

This pest can be a problem particularly in new vineyards using grow tubes. Frequent monitoring is required to reduce the risk of severe damage. Japanese beetle traps may attract beetles to vineyards, so their use is discouraged.

Beetles lay eggs underground in grassy areas near vineyards, preferring soil with moisture. The white, C-shaped larvae (grubs) feed on grass and weed roots and overwinter underground in these areas. Cultural and biological controls of grubs may reduce subsequent abundance of adults.
Japanese beetle
Japanese beetles are about 12mm long.
Photo: Rufus Isaacs
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05/26/11 Contact: E. Haney
     
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