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Grubs #869380

Asked May 20, 2024, 10:37 PM EDT

Is there a way to treat grubs that are tearing up a yard that is near a lake? The preventive grub x had a warning with water? Thank you.

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

For general information on grub control. Several alternative chemicals are listed. Read the labels to find one that is not harmful to water, pollinators, etc.
https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/how_to_choose_and_when_to_apply_grub_control_products_for_your_lawn
The active ingredient on GrubX is chlorantraniliprole. This article near the end, has a warning about its damage to aquatic life.
http://npic.orst.edu/factsheets/chlorantraniliprole.html