USDA Sets the Table for Next Levels of Pecan Research Posted by Growing Produce Staff|March 27, 2024 Completion of multimillion-dollar laboratory modernization will accelerate pecan research through innovations in genetics and plant disease exploration. Read More
How This Pecan Grower Became a Soil Health Disciple By Thomas Skernivitz|February 20, 2024 Texas pecan producer Troy Swift quits conventional farming upon discovering the “regenerative ag mentality.”
Pecan Growers in the Southern Plains Looking at Robust Harvest Season By Oklahoma State University Extension|October 26, 2023 National Pecan Shellers Association predicts this year’s crop estimate for Oklahoma at 22 million pounds.
Southeast Georgia Growers Share Details in Aftermath of Hurricane Idalia By Georgia Farm Bureau|September 20, 2023 Multiple farmers across the storm’s path provide account to get an idea of the true impacts Idalia had on the state’s ag sector.
To the Water Wise: On-Farm Recharge a Solution for Nut Growers By Thomas Skernivitz|December 21, 2021 Learn more about a study that illustrates the benefits of intentionally flooding orchards.
Drought Conditions Inspire Scientists To Take Closer Look at Irrigation for Pecans By American Society of Agronomy and Crop Science Society of America|November 26, 2021 Study results show the popular nut can endure continuous irrigation with brackish water for up to one year. After that, all bets are off.
Why Nut Prices Have Growers So Dismayed By David Eddy|January 19, 2021 Fewer plan on increasing production than in years past — and it’s no wonder.
Pollinating Varieties or No Pollinating for Almond Growers? By David Eddy|November 17, 2020 When it comes to one tree nut crop, whether to go with a self-fruitful variety might be the biggest question.
Pecan Industry Aims to Better its Marketplace Status Posted by Paul Rusnak|June 22, 2020 Learn more about a proposal being reviewed by USDA that would establish a research and promotion program.
Arizona Economy Getting Extra Fuel From Tree Nuts Posted by Paul Rusnak|April 15, 2020 Study shows pecans and pistachios are making healthy contributions to The Grand Canyon State’s economic engine. Find out how much.
Crop Insurance Deadline Looms for Florida Tomato and Pecan Growers Posted by Paul Rusnak|January 9, 2020 2020 is here. Are you and your farm assets covered?
Southeast Farmers Still Hurting From Hurricane Michael After-Effects By Adam N. Rabinowitz | Christa Court|May 16, 2019 Region’s recovery efforts from last fall’s devastating storm has been extra slow due in large part to political red tape.
Hurricane Michael a Multibillion-Dollar Pain for Georgia Agriculture Posted by Paul Rusnak|November 9, 2018 Early damage calculations continue to add up for the state’s farmers in wake of the super storm.
Georgia Pecan Growers Hit Hard by Hurricane Michael Posted by Christina Herrick|November 6, 2018 Producers suffer an estimated $560 million loss close to harvest.
Lane Southern, Taylor Orchards’ Merger Makes Largest Peach, Pecan Grower in U.S. Posted by Christina Herrick|February 12, 2018 Peaches to be packed under Lane Southern Orchards’ label.
Southeast Fruit And Nut Growers Cheer For Colder Temperatures Posted by Christina Herrick|January 5, 2016 Peach, pecan, and berry growers in Georgia and other Southeast states experienced unseasonably warm temperatures for much of […]
Arizona Pistachio And Pecan Growers Benefiting From High Prices Posted by Christina Herrick|November 21, 2014 Pecan production alone is expected to double in the next 10 years.
Beleaf Registered For Pecans Posted by Christina Herrick|April 11, 2014 Insecticide designated for use in aphid control.
Pecan Thefts Reported Throughout Georgia Posted by Christina Herrick|February 6, 2012 Sheriff’s departments across the state of Georgia have been seeing reports of nut crimes for the past several […]
ARS Releases Early Maturing Pecan Posted by Christina Herrick|July 22, 2009 When it comes to pecans, timing is crucial. Breeders and retailers prefer pecans that mature quickly because the […]