One caterpillar (L3 stage) of H. armigera was detected during a regular survey by the Dutch Plant Protection Service. No visible damage to the plants could be observed on the bean field, but this may be attributed to the low level of pest incidence. Phytosanitary measures have been applied for the infested field by means of flail mower (first step), rotary cultivator (second step) and early ploughing (third step). All measures were taken under supervision of the Plant Protection Service. Surveillance confirms that the pest has not established.