August 2021 Archives - Pecan South MagazinePecan South magazine | The pecan industry's leading publication, published monthly for pecan producers, processors and all others involved or interested in the pecan industry.

Bagged pecans sit in a line on the bottom of a wooden shelf. The new pecan research and promotion program has the authority to collect assessments for domestic and foreign grown pecans imported into the U.S. USDA announced the industry members on the new APPB

by USDA lndustry News

American Pecan Promotion Board (APPB) members appointed by USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Aug. 31 announced 17 appointees as members of the new American Pecan Promotion Board (APPB). The newly appointed members will serve two, three, and four-year terms. Ten producers and seven importers make up the 17-member board. The 10 producer members will be allocated between three regions within the United...

by Catherine Clark lndustry News

Pecan growers vote to keep the FMO, USDA announces

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on Aug. 31 at the American Pecan Council annual meeting that eligible pecan growers voted to uphold the Federal Marketing Order (FMO) in the referendum. Because of this decision, the American Pecan Council will continue to be authorized by the FMO to regulate the handling of pecans, build...

A row of mature pecan trees in a southeastern orchard in the summer. Their canopies have been hedged back and leave lots of space for sunlight.

by Catherine Clark Analysis

July 2021 Position Report shows declining inventory, steady exports

Giving insight into U.S. handlers’ recent movements, the American Pecan Council published its July 2021 Pecan Industry Position Report at the end of August. This report provided data on pecan exports, inventory, and availability for the current crop year while hinting at the state of the pecan market. The Federal Marketing Order requires U.S. handlers...

Irrigation water runs between two rows of pecan trees. Trees water demand increases as the season advances.

by Lenny Wells Southeastern Shakings

Late-season water demand: how much is enough?

Pecans are considered a high water-use crop, and pecan’s water demand peaks during the kernel filling stage, which occurs from mid-August through mid-September. In Georgia, we recommend 3,600 to 4,000 gallons per acre per day for trees bearing a commercial crop during this critical period. We are fortunate in the Southeast that rainfall contributes to...

Black lesions cover pecan leaves, signaling pecan scab. There are options for organic control of pecan diseases.

by David Shapiro-Ilan and Clive Bock IPM Report

Organic control of pecan diseases—pecan scab

Summary: Scab is potentially the most severe limiting factor for growers wishing to produce organic pecans. The most effective organic-compatible approach for controlling scab is to use resistant pecan cultivars. Among eight organic fungicides tested in parallel, Regalia®, was the most effective in reducing pecan scab severity. Bordeaux mixture also shows some promise in scab...

The schedule for APC's quarterly webinar series to connect with credentialed health and wellness professionals.

by The American Pecan Council Industry Updates

Reaching consumers through credentialed wellness professionals

A key audience the American Pecan Council has identified and been pleased to gain inroads into is the world of credentialed health and wellness professionals (registered dietitian nutritionists, physicians, nurses, fitness professionals, etc.). This community of highly engaged and influential individuals is passionate about promoting holistic, healthy living and educating those who look to them...

by Todd Porterfield Op-Ed

Tax-free money? Yes, please!

I hate paying taxes. Now do not get me wrong, I am a proud American business owner, and I dutifully pay my share of taxes each year. I am honored to do so, but I also work extremely hard to shave the tax bill every chance I get. What if I said, prepaying your taxes...

Banner image to represent the Pecan Crop Corner

by Pecan South Staff Industry Updates

The Crop Corner August 2021

The Crop Corner provides seasonal updates for readers on pecans throughout the industry and continues in Pecan South’s August 2021 magazine. The Crop Corner will be taking a break as The Pecan Newsletter starts on September 10, 2021. Created and published by Pecan South editors, The Pecan Newsletter provides weekly harvest and market updates from...

A man buries new cotton underwear in his orchard to observe his soil health.

by Charles Rohla Native Timbre

Get to know your soil and your soil health

We all know the importance of monitoring and scouting pecan trees. We spend countless hours each year going through the orchards scouting for disease, insects, nutrient deficiencies, and other issues. In fact, many producers can tell me about each tree without looking at a map or plot plan of the orchard. You can easily recite...

The walk leading up to Oak Alley Plantation, where the 'Centennial' pecan was first propagated and kickstarted the modern pecan industry.

by Dr. Stephen Norman Profiles

The beginning of modern pecan culture

Ever since learning of the history of the pecan, I have been fascinated by the story of the first successful propagation. This grafting was accomplished by a man named Antoine, who was enslaved at Oak Alley Plantation in St. James Parish, Louisiana. I have long been interested in learning whether the product of this successful...

Image for the classifieds found in the magazine.

by Pecan South Staff Goods & Services

August 2021 Classifieds

The August 2021 Classifieds feature available equipment, property, trees, services, and more from industry members. These classifieds can also be viewed at the back of the August 2021 issue. Used Pecan Equipment for Sale in Georgia: 8960 Savage Row-Vac 2017 model year $7999, 2542 Savage tree shaker model year 2016 $5074, 2001S Peerless pecan dryer...

TPGA 100th conference educational program.

by Pecan South Staff Industry Updates

Around the Industry—Visiting the TPGA 100th Conference

Texas Pecan Growers Association celebrates 100 years at its 2021 Conference and Trade Show Celebrating a century as an organization, the Texas Pecan Growers Association (TPGA) gathered in San Marcos, Texas, on July 18 through 21, 2021, for its 100th annual Conference and Trade Show. Attendees met at the Embassy Suites San Marcos Hotel Spa...

An image to represent Pecan South's Advertisers for this issue.

by Pecan South Staff Goods & Services

August 2021 Advertisers

Pecan South August 2021 advertisers share their products and services between the pages of this issue. Below, we present a full list of our August 2021 advertisers and their contact information.

by Joshua Sherman Western Front

Essential elements in pecan

In the early 20th century, scientists Daniel Arnon and Perry Stout, through the inspiration and guidance of the renowned laboratory of plant nutrition founded by Dr. Hoagland at the University of California Berkley, determined the criteria that would ultimately ascertain if an inorganic mineral was required within a plant to be deemed an “essential element.”...

Letter from the Editor graphic with a pecan background

by Catherine Clark Letter from the Editor

Letter from the Editor: “Stay safe, stay cool”

Dear Readers, I made a mistake. A big one. A potentially dangerous one. You see, I forgot how hot it can be at 5:30 p.m. in late July in Southeast Texas. Earlier this week, I went for a run after work. While preparing to head out to run, I glanced at my weather app and...