Home > Our Offices > Research Stations > Pecan > An Overview Of The Pecan Research-Extension Station [Image: Original Pecan 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 [Image: Pecan Station Orchard] Pages include photographs of activities and events at the Pecan Research-Extension Station. In A Nutshell - June 11, 2009 [Image: June 11, 2009 In A Nutshell] This June issue provides information on when to spray for nut scab control. Helpful information on June drop and pecan phylloxera is also included. Directions on how to collect leaves for leaf sampling are listed. A related file on "Seasonal Occurrence of Pecan Insects" is attached.  more articles... Pecan Bacterial Leaf Scorch [Image: Large native pecan tree in Natchitoches Parish, La.] 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. When should I begin fungicide applications for control of scab disease each year? At this time of year, a frequently asked question is, “When should I make the first fungicide application on my pecan orchard?” This is an important decision, and not always one with an easy answer. In A Nutshell - March 26, 2009 [Image: In A Nutshell - March 26, 2009] The March issue of In A Nutshell includes information on: Pecan Phylloxera, May Beetles, Fungicide Application: When to Begin?, Pecan Seminar April 30, 2009 , Pecan Show and an Insecticide Chart. Louisiana Recommendations for Control of Pecan Insects in Commercial Pecan Orchards: An Illustrated Guide [Image: Spraying Pecan Trees with an Air-Blast Sprayer] 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. In A Nutshell - November 24, 2008 [Image: November 24, 2008 In A Nutshell Newsletter] 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. Pecan Orchard Floor Management 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. In A Nutshell - September 22, 2008 [Image: LSU Ag Center logo] This September issue provides updates on the disaster assistance deadline. Information on preharvet intervals for insecticides is included. It also includes information on pecan harvest. There is a related file that contains information on the deadline to obtain a “buy-in” waiver for disaster assistance. In A Nutshell - September 9, 2008 [Image: LSU Ag center logo] The September issue of In A Nutshell has information on disaster assistance for pecan growers affected by Hurricane Gustav. Insecticides for controlling black pecan aphids, stinkbugs, leaf-footed bugs, hickory shuckworm and pecan weevil are listed. There is also information on tree care for those who have experienced high winds. A survey of damage from Hurricane Gustav is included and also information on disaster assistance as covered in the 2008 Farm Bill. Recommended Pecan Varieties for Louisiana Yards [Image: Recommended Pecan Varieties for Louisiana Yards document] Pecan variety recommendations for yards and small, unmanaged plantings. In A Nutshell - June 26, 2008 [Image: 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.