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  • I have received some calls lately about the presence of snails in some pecan orchards. Here is an article by Dr. Lenny Wells speaking on what is to be done. In recent days, we have heard several reports of snails associated with young irrigated pecan trees. They have been seen congregating on tree trunks and…

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  • In the heat of summer, stay hydrate with water. Text “Water” to (833-712-1267 to join our Drink Water, Georgia Campaign to receive tips to drink enough water this summer.

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  • The extreme temperatures we are seeing has growers concerned about effects on the trees and crop. These temperatures often entice growers to increase their irrigation rates over that which they would normally apply at this time of year. But, pecans do not respond to heat in the same way that we do. Pecan trees are…

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  • Insect scouting schools will be conducted on June 6, 2022 in Tifton and June 14, 2022 in Midville. Crops to be covered include cotton, peanuts, and soybean.  These programs offer basic information on insect pest identification and damage, natural enemies, and scouting procedures.  The training will serve as an introduction to insect monitoring for new…

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  • Here is post from Dr. Lenny Wells discussing the affect of heat on pecan trees. Temperatures across Georgia have increased dramatically this week following a cool spring. The thermometer has climbed above 90 every day this week and the forecast is for 96 degrees today. Each year when this happens, we begin to get leaves…

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  • Here is a good article by Dr. Lenny Wells, UGA Pecan Specialist speaking on Scab and spray programs. Growers get antsy this time of year and are itching to spray. However, unless you are in a very scabby location with highly susceptible cultivars, there is no reason to begin spraying at this point. We are…

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