pecans

Pecan insects and heat

Normal temperatures in south Georgia are typically ideal for insect growth. However, these hotter temperatures are detrimental for lots of pests. more »

Irrigation guide for pecans during summer heat

Extreme temperatures in pecan regions have growers worried, but pecan trees can handle the heat better than expected. more »

Sen. Warnock highlights urgent need to address trade barriers, concerns impacting Georgia farmers

Barriers to international market access have exacerbated economic pressures for American farmers brought on by the pandemic and extreme weather events, undermining certainty for farmers and putting their profitability at risk. more »

Sen. Ossoff meets with India’s ambassador to the U.S., raises objection to high pecan tariffs

Responding to the needs of Georgia farmers, Ossoff also raised objections to India’s high tariffs on pecans, which are hurting Georgia farmers who export pecans to international markets. more »

SUSTA offering export readiness webinar

This overview will cover the importance of why new exporters should be trained on the program. more »

Proposed rule for revised U.S. pecan standards open for public comment

USDA welcomes comments on the proposed rule for revised pecan standards for the U.S. pecan industry during the 60-day commenting period. more »

Getting the most out of a low-input pecan orchard

With the majority of Louisiana pecan acreage being low input, managing spacing, fertilizers and the orchard floor are key to good yields. more »

Northeast Georgia pecan producers May workshop set

The half-day workshop will take place at a Sparta farm, and materials and lunch are provided. more »

U.S. pecan industry’s quality assurance program open for comment

American Pecan Council welcomes comments on the first-ever Quality Assurance Program for the U.S. pecan industry. more »

Oklahoma pecan association celebrates 95 years

Supporting the Oklahoma pecan industry, the association is has been going strong since 1927. more »