In this issue the topics mentioned are wood rot of pecan trees and winter activities to prepare for a new season.

Topics mentioned in this issue include: Fungicide classifications by the Fungicide Resistance Action Committee (FRAC), a simple hot-water procedure to reduce graft-transmission of the pecan bacterial Leaf scorch pathogen, Pecan Phylloxera and early spring activities in the pecan orchard.

Overcrowded trees may be the number one cause of decreased nut production in older orchards through the southern United States.

Four-flap Grafting Method

The Third Quarter newsletter contains sections on: Identify Sources of Scion Wood to Avoid Graft-Transmission of PBLS Pathogen, Little Value in Applying Fungicide For Scab Disease Control After the Middle of August, Control of Stink Bugs and Leaffooted Bugs, MarketMaker Will Help Pecan Producers, and the Interstate 69 Issue.

This report provides information on future plans, program significance, industry facts, and research highlights for the Pecan Research and Extension Station.

Topics include: Crop thinning, scab disease, pecan spittlebug and the LSU AgCenter Pecan Station Field Day.

Pecan spittlebugs are found throughout the pecan-producing regions of Louisiana and can be a serious pest. The severity of infestations varies from year to year and from orchard to orchard. Life cycle, type of injury and control information are included. (PDF Format Only)

Stink bugs and leaffooted bugs are found throughout the pecan-producing regions of the United States. They can be found throughout Louisiana. Description, life cycle, damage and control measures are included. (PDF Format Only)

The November issue of In a Nutshell provides updates on the Louisiana and United States pecan crop, harvest, prices, and hurricane disaster assistance. It also includes information on the 2008-2009 Louisiana State Pecan Show.