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A mature pecan orchard in mid-Summer in Madill, Oklahoma. A branch with dark green leaves peeks into the left edge of photo. In the far background, large pecan trees stretch toward the sky with full, green canopies.

by Charles Rohla Native Timbre

Let’s move ever upward & rethink research’s pairing with observation

Over the past year, as Noble Research Institute has transitioned to regenerative agriculture to improve soil health, I have sat through numerous workshops and educational events and have read literature focusing on ways to improve soil health as well as the benefits of improved soil health. To be honest, at times, it was hard to...

Letter from the Editor graphic with a pecan background

by Catherine Clark Letter from the Editor

July 2022 Letter from the Editor: “The Waiting Game”

Dear Readers, We’ve reached that time of year when we finally get a grasp on the coming crop. With about two months until harvest kicks off in the Northern Hemisphere, growers across the Pecan Belt monitor their developing pecans closely. Meanwhile, the industry shares state crop estimates from various growers’ associations. (Pecan South will publish...

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by Pecan South Staff Industry Updates

The July 2022 Crop Corner

The 2022 crop is approaching nut fill, and growers across the country continue to support their trees as best they can, even while battling drought, pests, and extreme temperatures. Here’s a quick update on the state of the crop from region to region for July. Southeast: In the Southeast, growers report a decent crop, depending...

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by Pecan South Staff Goods & Services

July 2022 Advertisers

Pecan South July 2022 advertisers share their products and services between the pages of this issue. Below, we present a full list of our July 2022 advertisers and their contact information.

A large pecan tree at Camp David Pecans, a small pecan orchard in Millican, Texas. The perspective is from looking up into the canopy while standing next to the trunk of the tree. Sunlight filters through the dark green leaves and the bark is a light, woody brown. Beyond the full canopy is a bright, cloudy sky.

by David and Margie Nordt From the Farm

A “Little Guy” Story—our journey starting a small pecan orchard

The Little Guy Definition The 2017 USDA Agriculture Census1 reported that approximately 10% of U.S. pecans for sale are produced on less than 50-acre farms, yet these smaller farms comprise the majority in number count. If you are that “Little Guy,” your voice may not speak with a large volume, but it still is important....

An up-close view of nematodes emerging from an infected wax moth larva. The wax moth larva is orange, thick, and rounded like a worm. It is split in the half and that's where the nematodes are emerging from in a petri dish. The nematodes are white half-moon slivers.

by David Shapiro-Ilan Studies

Considerations for applying beneficial nematodes for pest control

Summary Beneficial nematodes (entomopathogenic nematodes) are effective in killing the ground-dwelling stages of pecan weevil. The use of beneficial nematodes is compatible with organic pest control approaches. Like many biocontrol agents, some special considerations for applying beneficial nematodes are necessary, such as appropriate temperatures, soil moisture, and avoidance of UV light. Beneficial nematodes can be...

by Lenny Wells Southeastern Shakings

Water can be a blessing and curse for pecans in July

We will be well into the nut sizing period here in Georgia by the time you read this article, and water will play a critical role in several ways. For one, rainfall is good for soil moisture, which is the primary factor involved in sizing the pecans. On the other hand, rainfall can be a...

Leaves on a pecan tree show symptoms of zinc deficiency. They have splotches of yellow and dark brown and are wilting. Leaf tissue analysis can give a better picture of this tree's nutritional health.

by Richard Heerema Western Front

It’s time for leaf tissue analysis for pecans

It’s about that time in the season for us to start thinking about collecting leaflet tissue for nutrient analyses. During this time each season, every grower has to ask, “How much fertilizer should I apply in my pecan orchard?” Annual leaf tissue analyses are currently the best thing out there to get a true answer....

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by Pecan South Staff Goods & Services

July 2022 Classifieds

The July 2022 Classifieds feature available equipment, property, trees, services, and more from industry members. These classifieds can also be viewed at the back of the July 2022 issue.

A native pecan grove. Mature pecan trees grow tall in this wooded space.

by The American Pecan Council Industry Updates

QAP, Council Member elections, and revised Standards— oh my!

We are halfway through 2022, and it has already been such a busy year for the pecan industry. Some recent developments have included finalizing the drafted voluntary Quality Assurance Program (QAP) and opening the comment period for the revised U.S. pecan industry inshell and shelled meat standards. On top of that, voting for the American...