June 2026 Letter from the Editor
It has been a busy spring, and as we head into summer, things will only get busier and hotter. Many in the industry are on the road this time of year, traveling to conferences and events to learn, network, and stay connected with the broader pecan community. In the coming weeks, growers and industry members...
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Letter from the Editor
We’ve had a string of rainy days lately in my neck of the woods, and the trees, grasses, and flowers in central Texas are certainly loving it. This stretch of wet weather also marks a critical window for growers who are watching their orchards closely and trying to time sprays and management decisions around shifting...
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Letter from the Editor
Happy spring, everyone! Despite many folks sneezing everywhere due to allergies, I love spring. The days are a little longer, the sun shines a bit more, and new growth is all around us. We have a lot of exciting things planned for this year. Our team has been traveling to conferences and events, meeting with...
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A Legacy Grown in the Trees
There is something beautiful about sitting back on the porch, watching the sunset, and cracking pecans with people who care to listen to you. That’s exactly what you get when you visit Jim and his wife, Robyn’s pecan orchard. Tucked away in Anna, Texas, just north of the Dallas–McKinney area, is Foster Crossing Pecans. Jim...
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Letter from the editor
Dear Readers, I am excited to announce the winner of our Annual Harvest Photo Contest: “A still morning during a busy season” by Jill Montz. Congratulations, Jill, and thank you for sharing your beautiful photo with us. Readers can find the winning image featured on our cover. This year, we received entries from all over...
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Letter from the Editor
Happy New Year, dear readers! I hope 2026 is treating you well so far. I know that pecan prices are up this year compared to last, which is leaving many growers smiling as we head into the new year. With the close of a successful harvest, we now enter a lull as we come into...
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December 2025 Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers, As we move through the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on what an exciting and informative year it has been. As many of you may know, I am relatively new to the pecan and agricultural industries, and I have spent my first year...
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November 2025 Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers, We at Pecan South want to take a moment to say thank you. We’re so grateful for your continued support and for all the amazing readers, contributors, researchers, and industry members who make this publication possible. Your passion and dedication help us keep sharing helpful information and stories that support learning and growth...
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Letter from the Editor: October 2025 – Photo Contest Returns
Dearest Readers, Harvest is bustling and as busy as ever. Growers in some areas of Texas began harvesting in early September and each day more producers across the U.S. and Mexico begin shaking trees and collecting the new crop. During this time, Pecan South is here to support you. Our office is always available to provide resources...
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Beyond the Farm Gate
What does thinking outside the box and taking a chance on yourself do? For Justin and Shelly Jones of Albany, Georgia, it meant changing nearly every aspect of their business. Founders of Zorro Pecan Company, this couple expanded their orchard’s pecan sales nationwide and is now preparing to enter international markets. Their story begins long...
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September 2025 Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers, Fall is fast approaching, and harvest season is here! Once again, the pecan industry is gearing up for the hard work ahead: harvesting, selling, cleaning, shelling, and so much more. This will be my first official witness to harvest. Living in central Texas my whole life, I was very aware that with fall...
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August 2025 Letter From the Editor
It’s been a packed summer, and we’re all in it together. After attending both the Tristate Pecanference and the Texas Pecan Growers Association Conference and Trade Show, we’ve heard from great folks and seen early crop estimates rolling in. Check out the table below and tell us, what’s your crop looking like?
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July 2025 Letter From the Editor
Dear Reader, As I write this, I’m on the road, traveling to meet more of the amazing people who make up our large and vibrant pecan community. This week finds me nestled along the banks of the mighty Mississippi, and I have to say, I’ve been in awe. Driving from Baton Rouge to Natchez, I...
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Letter from the Editor- June 2025
Dear Reader, It’s heating up across North America and spring weather has been anything but predictable. Dry conditions continue in parts of the West, while Oklahoma has faced severe flooding. Tornadoes and powerful storms have swept through the Midwest and Eastern states, making it a tough start to the growing season for many producers. In...
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May 2025 Letter from the Editor
Hello Readers, and happy spring! As any seasoned grower may tell you, working with Pecans is as much about patience as it is about persistence. In our May issue of Pecan South, we dive into some common challenges and opportunities facing our industry today. We discuss topics like the quiet battle with pests and diseases,...
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April 2025 Letter from the Editor
As April rolls in, we are excited to celebrate one of Pecan South’s favorite holidays, National Pecan Month! Be sure to enjoy a delicious pecan dish on April 14th, and take a moment to appreciate all the hard work our members put into growing the mighty pecan! Most know that pecans aren’t just tasty; they...
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Water Woes and Pecans: Resilience in the Face of Ongoing Drought
This past month, I had the opportunity to take a trip to the Pecan Capital of the world, San Saba, Texas. I had the pleasure of visiting with Winston Millican of Millican Pecan Company and learning more about how this region was doing with ongoing water shortages and the consistent drought most pecan growers...
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February 2025 Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers, I am excited to announce the winner of our Annual Harvest Photo Contest: “Perfect Machinery” by Sofia Arri Gonzalo. Congratulations, Sofia! Thank you for sharing your photo with us. Readers can spot the winning photo on our cover. We received entries from all over the world, with many folks sharing a little snapshot...
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January 2025 Letter from the Editor
Dear Reader, I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new Managing Editor of this esteemed publication. It is an honor to step into a role that has been instrumental in shaping conversations within the pecan industry and influencing growers worldwide. In this issue, I aim to continue our dedication to bringing you the highest...
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New opportunity for assistance with USDA’s Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops program.
The U.S.Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) is now accepting applications for the new Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) Program. This initiative will provide critical support to specialty crop producers and farmers helping them better manage higher costs and navigate new market opportunities for their crops. At this time, assistance of...
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