This article provides information on storing shelled and unshelled pecans. A table indicating the average shelf life of pecans when stored at various temperatures is included.

The LSU AgCenter Pecan Research and Extension Station represents the only land-grant university research station devoted solely to pecan research and extension programming to support the pecan industry – not only in Louisiana, but the entire pecan-growing region of the southeastern United States.

For more than two decades there was uncertainty about the cause of a common disease among pecan trees referred to as leaf scorch. LSU AgCenter researchers were able to distinguish the cause of the disease, which has improved pecan production.

The key components of the effective use of fungicides for pecan disease control are timing, coverage and concentration. The updated 2009 fungicide list is included.

This page provides a list of frequently asked questions about pecans and answers to those questions provided by Pecan Research-Extension Station scientists.

Current insecticide recommendations for commercial pecan orchards in Louisiana. This illustrated guide provides information on insecticides, rates of application and timing of applications. For each insect listed, a photo of the insect, damage caused by the insect or both are provided.

This article answers the question, "Why do my pecan trees have a large crop followed by a small one?" and provides answers to several questions concerning mechanical thinning.

The article provides a brief description of factors to consider when harvesting and storing pecans.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the hickory shuckworm. Information about damage and control are included.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of pecan leaf scorch mite. Information on damage and control are also included in the article.