Home > Crops & Livestock > Crops > Pecans > Recommended Pecan Varieties for Louisiana Yards [Image: Recommended Pecan Varieties for Louisiana Yards document] Pecan variety recommendations for yards and small, unmanaged plantings. Pecan Pollination Chart [Image: 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 Weevil [Image: Pecan weevil larvae] An illustrated fact sheet describing the appearance and life cycle of the pecan weevil. Information on damage and control are also included. Storage Hints for Pecans [Image: Shelled 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.  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. Pecan Leaf Sample Collection for Nutritional Analysis This article provides instructions on when and how to collect leaf samples for pecan nutritional analysis. Sources of Pecan Trees and Propagation Wood 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. 2008 Pecan Show Results The 2008 Louisiana State Pecan Show made an excellent exhibit at Ag Expo in West Monroe January 18-19, 2008. Nearly 100 entries representative of 28 named varieties and 29 native/seedlings were judged to determine class and division winners. Pecan Show winners are listed. Air-Blast Sprayer Calibration for Pecan Orchards [Image: Air-Blast Sprayer Calibration for Pecan Orchards] Chemical pesticides are the most commonly used method for controlling arthropod and disease pests on pecan. This publication provides an overview of procedures for the calibration of air-carrier sprayers. Pecan Scab Disease [Image: Pecan Scab Disease] 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. Pecan Disease Synopsis [Image: Scab lesions on nuts] This document describes the diseases that occur most frequently on pecan trees in Louisiana. Pruning Mature, Storm-Damaged Pecan Orchards 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. Homeowners Guide for Fertilizing Pecan Trees in Louisiana [Image: Homeowner's Guide for Fertilizing Pecan Trees] 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. Fungicide Application Recommendations for Pecan Disease Control [Image: Air-blast sprayer] The key components of the effective use of fungicides for pecan disease control are timing, coverage and concentration. The updated 2008 fungicide list is included. More...