Tree Nuts

ARS study shows pheromone-induced nematodes are more effective in controlling pecan weevils

Growers will receive payment based on 2019 planned acres of production.

The pest sports a voracious appetite and is known to feed on at least 40 species of native plants in the United States.

Critical time to watch for navel orangeworm, other pests and diseases.

Common damages include crop destruction in fields, destabilization of soils and ground support, damages to root systems, redistribution of aquifer resources or watersheds, disruption or destruction of irrigation systems.

Controlling Navel orangeworm in tree nuts requires year-round diligence

California almond crop predicted to be down 3.5 percent over last year

Trump pressures nation into retaliatory duties on U.S. almonds, walnuts

Signs of damage started emerging in late March and early April.