NPF Applauds Passage of Agricultural Disaster Assistance
December 21, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – The National Pecan Federation (NPF) is thankful to Congress for including agricultural disaster assistance in the final passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) appropriations legislation. After many discussions and multiple legislative proposals, on December 20, 2024, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 10545 by a vote...
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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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January 2025 Classifieds
The January 2025 Classifieds feature available equipment, property, trees, services, and more from industry members. These classifieds can also be viewed in the January 2025 issue.
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Addressing the Root Causes of Our Problems
As producers, we know that to succeed, we must keep a close eye on all our enterprises, whether it’s our pastures, livestock, or crops. As managers, we look for a problem and start thinking about how we want to treat what we see. But have you ever stopped to think about what’s causing the symptoms...
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Pecan Leaders Visit Capitol Hill Advocating for Disaster and Ag Economic Assistance
December 10, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – Representatives from the National Pecan Federation (NPF) traveled to Washington, D.C. last week for meetings across Capitol Hill, advocating for financial assistance needed before the end of this year. During their trip, NPF representatives met with Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, as well...
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Beneficial Insect Series Spotlight: Minute Pirate Bugs, Plant Bugs, and Big-Eyed Bugs
Most people who have walked through a pecan orchard often notice the larger and more colorful beneficial insects such as lady beetles and lacewings. However, there are some smaller, less noticeable beneficials that are no less important than their more charismatic cohorts. In this second edition of the beneficial insect spotlight, we will look at...
Read moreThe Microbiome of Pecan Seedlings: Insights for Growers
Pecan (Carya illinoinensis) is a valuable nut crop with increasing global importance. As pecan production expands, understanding the factors that influence tree health and productivity becomes crucial. Growers seeking to optimize their orchards and adapt to changing environments may benefit from knowing more about microbiome research. Recent microbiome studies offer exciting insights into potential benefits...
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Progress toward pecan breeding modernization in 2024
Greetings! It has been a busy year for us at the USDA Pecan Breeding & Genetics Program. While our harvests were not as good as we hoped, the heavy disease pressure we observed this year gave us valuable data for our breeding program. My heart goes out to the many folks affected by Hurricane Helene...
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Cracking the Market: A Unified Strategy That Delivers Results
Last year, the American Pecan Council (APC) and American Pecan Promotion Board (APPB) launched the Unified Pecan Promotion Plan (UPPP), a clear industry-wide global marketing approach designed to align the entire supply chain under one unified vision. Our mission continues to focus on growing demand in a way that supports sustainable profitability for pecan businesses....
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