The black pecan aphid is found throughout Louisiana and most pecan-producing states. Description, life cycle, damage and control information included. (PDF Format Only)

Pecan scab disease is the most economically damaging disease of pecan production in the southeastern United States. The disease affects stem, leaf and nut growth, causing reduced yield. This publication includes information on the development, symptoms and control of the disease.

This document describes the diseases that occur most frequently on pecan trees in Louisiana.

This document provides a step-by-step procedure for hot water treatment of pecan scion wood to eliminate the bacterial leaf scorch pathogen.

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

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

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the black pecan aphid. A description of the damage and information on sampling are included.

An illustrated fact sheet describing two types of traps that can be used to monitor seasonal activity of the nut curculio in pecan orchards. This fact sheet describes how to build and use both types of traps.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the pecan nut casebearer. A description of the damage and information on monitoring pecan nut casebearer activity are included.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the walnut caterpillar. Included in the article is information on damage and control.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the pecan spittlebug. A description of the damage caused by the pecan spittlebug and sampling information are included.

An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the nut curculio. A description of the damage and information on sampling are also covered.

This page provides information on pecan pollen shed and pistillate flower receptivity dates for numerous pecan cultivars. This information is useful for determining which pecan cultivars will pollinate other cultivars.

This article provides instructions on when and how to collect leaf samples for pecan nutritional analysis.

The information contained in this article was presented at the LSU Pecan Research Station as part of the program of the Louisiana Pecan Growers Association Annual Conference held in Shreveport, LA on June 15-16, 2006. Demonstration plots of many of the herbicides were shown to participants and general information about each herbicide discussed. A general overview of pecan orchard floor management is given and herbicides labeled for use in pecan orchards are listed by site activity.

The most important cultural practice the homeowner with pecan trees needs to consider is proper fertilization. This publication includes information and guidelines for fertilizing pecan trees.

The following list contains contact information for nurseries that sell pecan trees and/or propagation wood. The list is furnished for your information with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no guarantee of reliability is implied.

Pecan variety recommendations for yards and small, unmanaged plantings.

Louisianians love pecans. And they also like to grow them. Pecan production contributes nearly $5 million to the Louisiana economy each year. Producers learn how to grow pecans and manage pecan orchards at the nation's No. 1 – and only – Pecan Research and Extension Station, which is located in Shreveport.

The information contained in this article was presented at the March 31, 2006, Pecan Clinic near Cloutierville, La. The objectives for pruning damaged trees are listed and several types of pruning cuts are defined.

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.

This 2010 guide was compiled by LSU AgCenter experts and includes regulations, precautions and suggestions for pest control in Louisiana. Detailed topics include drift of pesticides, hazards of pesticides to beneficial insects and wildlife, phytotoxicity and using beneficial insects to control pest populations. A section on organic gardening also is included.

This guide for 2010 contains suggestions for management of the most important or more prevalent diseases of Louisiana plants. It includes information on fungicides, bactericides and nematicides, as well as safety precautions for using them.