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P.O. Box 5519 · Shreveport, LA · 71135 - 5519
Phone: (318) 797-8034 · Fax: (318) 676-7371
An Overview Of The Pecan Research-Extension Station
This article provides a brief history of the Pecan Station as well as its current status and plans for the future.
Frequently Asked Pecan Questions
This page provides a list of frequently asked questions about pecans and answers to those questions provided by Pecan Research-Extension Station scientists.
Pecan Station Photo Album
Pages include photographs of activities and events at the Pecan Research-Extension Station.
Recommended Pecan Varieties for Louisiana Yards
Pecan variety recommendations for yards and small, unmanaged plantings.
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In A Nutshell - June 26, 2008
The June issue of In A Nutshell provides updates on insect activity and scab control. It also provides information on leaf sampling, pecan crop estimate and upcoming activities.
Pecan field day provides latest information
(Distributed 06/18/08) Pecan growers from as far as Georgia gathered at the LSU AgCenter’s Pecan Research Station here June 13 to hear the latest information on insects and diseases.
Pecan Pollination Chart
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.
Pecan Research Station field day set for June 13
(Distributed 05/23/08) The LSU AgCenter’s annual field day and open house at the Pecan Research-Extension Station will be Friday, June 13.
2008 Pecan Research Station Field Day
Pecan Research Station Field Day
In A Nutshell - May 9, 2008
The May issue of In A Nutshell provides updates on pecan nut casebearer and pecan phylloxera occurences. It also includes a list of upcoming events for June and July.
Pecan seminar helps growers prepare for 2008
The LSU AgCenter Pecan Research and Extension Station in Shreveport hosted a seminar on pecan growing on Feb. 28, 2008, which was attended by 35 growers.
Pecan Bacterial Leaf Scorch
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.
Pecans are tasty way to health
(Distributed 04/02/08) Enjoy a guilt-free celebration in April by observing national pecan month with one of Louisiana’s locally grown commodities. You’ll be helping the state’s economy and treating yourself to a nutrient-rich food.
In A Nutshell - March 28, 2008
The March issue of In A Nushell provides information on recent observances of pecan phylloxera and May beetles, on spring scab control, and on an upcoming pecan seminar. An insect seasonal occurrence chart is also included.
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