pecans

August is the time for managing pecan weevil

By the time pecan weevil is discovered in the fall and winter, it's too late to control. Control starting in August and September can prevent problems later in the season. more »

Interpreting your pecan leaf sample results

Michael Polozola at Louisiana State University takes growers through leaf sample results, makes recommendations and explains why. more »

Optical sorting becoming the standard in the pecan industry

Optical sorting was slow to be adopted in the beginning, but is now becoming the standard for buyers and sellers in the U.S. and Europe. more »

Crunch time for scab

It's a critical time for scab protection in pecan, particularly in areas seeing evening rainfall. more »

Pecan inventory down 15%

More acres are being planted to match demand, but supply isn't keeping pace. more »

Nut curculio in pecan; Best to tolerate the damage if light

These weevil pests may appear in older orchards with a history of damage, but in fields with light damage, it may be best to tolerate it to prevent later aphid and mite infestations. more »

3 disease threats in Texas pecan

Every season is different, but these three keep growers on alert. more »

Extensive water monitoring at Belding Farms

Continued moves to efficiency are priority for this West Texas pecan farm. “Sufficient water is the limiting factor for pecan production in West Texas." more »

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 »