SCOTT -- There is a small pecan orchard in fourth-generation farmer Billy Jeter's childhood backyard planted by his uncle that reminds him today of his family's farming legacy. Though the Jeter ...
Dry weather and pecan scab fungal disease reduce harvest quality and quantity for many Mississippi orchard operators.
While most Mississippi pecan producers are reporting fair to good crops, dry summer weather and disease reduced harvest at some orchards. “It appears to be somewhat of a mixed bag,” said Eric Stafne, ...
While many species of nuts grow wild, homeowners can also enjoy planting and harvesting their own nut crops, including pecans, walnuts and hickory nuts. To ensure good quality, proper collecting, ...
Oklahoma’s pecan harvest is underway, with local growers producing up to 18 million pounds annually and showcasing the unique varieties and detailed processes behind one of the state’s prized crops.
Texas pecan growers are preparing for the 2025 harvest season with a crop outlook that reflects the state’s diversity in weather and geography, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service ...
The 2020 pecan season has a lot of promise when it comes to quality and quantity. Prices, however, leave something to be desired. Local buyer Shute Pecan Company in Dothan waited later in the harvest ...