Agents with the LSU AgCenter have received numerous phone calls and samples from homeowners recently who have pecan trees with galls on the leaves and stems. Beginning in late April, galls or knots… ...

I have found a number of seedling pecan trees (one is about 3 feet tall already) growing in my gardens. How can I really kill them, so they never come back? — Francis. You could simply dig them out.

If you suspect you have pecan weevil in your residential pecan trees, contact your local County Cooperative Extension Office. Chaves County residents may contact Sandra Barraza at 575-622-3210.

Pecan trees are alternate bearers, meaning they often produce a heavy crop one year and little or nothing the next. A dry summer or a pest outbreak can shut down a crop.

Spraying for pests and diseases, particularly pecan nut casebearer and scab; 7. Adequate space, at least 30 feet from a building, driveway, or power line, 50 feet or more between trees.

The insects are attracted to more than 100 different types of trees, including pecan and mulberry trees commonly found in the Houston area. However, the caterpillars are not native to Houston and ...

I have found a number of seedling pecan trees (one is about 3 feet tall already) growing in my gardens. How can I really kill them, so they never come back? — Francis. You could simply dig them out.