Pecans

Georgia’s Beginner Pecan Class set for June 15

Held every other year, this one-day course covers everything from cultivar selection and production to disease control and market overviews. Pesticide credits are available, and lunch is included. more »

University of Georgia offers Small Pecan Producer’s Workshop

This one-day workshop is designed to provide hands-on learning to teach smaller growers to adapt production techniques. more »

Texas Pecan Short Course scheduled for June

Participants will learn about everything from basic tree physiology to grafting, irrigation to budget prep so they can establish and manage a pecan orchard. more »

Genus Neurocolpus, potential pest of Arizona pecans, brings concerns

Though this insect seems to only be feeding on catkins, there's concern it may move to the young nut and follow in the footsteps of California pistachios. more »

Arkansas pecans: Freeze, pecan scab and upcoming Lunch and Learns

Though there appears to be minimal damage, the story may be different for flowers that were already developed prior to the freeze. more »

Are pecan trees in Georgia slow to develop foliage and flowers this year?

While some tree nut growing regions are experiencing too much heat, others are experiencing too much cool. Georgia pecans are no exception, and are experiencing a later than usual progression. more »

USDA announces dates for Pecan Marketing Order Continuance Referendum

Growers meeting the pecan production minimums in the 15-state production area can cast their votes on whether to continue the order. more »

Pecan Field Day slated for April 29 in Seguin, Texas

Texas A&M AgriLife is covering timely information in preparation for next year's crop, including orchard management, integrated pest management and fungicides. more »