In addition, many more pecan nuts are damaged by the feeding of the pecan weevil larvae (immature stage) within the developing nuts. The adult female inserts two to four eggs into the developing ...

When a pecan becomes infected with weevil, the larva burrow through its shell to consume the nut meat inside, making the nuts unfit for consumption. “The larva eats it and turns it into mush ...

And it could derail New Mexico's $180 million pecan industry. In late 2016, and January 2017, the weevil was found in residential pecan orchards in multiple counties in southeast New Mexico.

And it could derail New Mexico's $180 million pecan industry. In late 2016, and January 2017, the weevil was found in residential pecan orchards in multiple counties in southeast New Mexico.

Pecan weevil is considered the most significant pecan pest of pecan growers, regardless of the number of trees, […] News Weather Sports Watch Live Contact Us 4 Links. Search.

With recent rains driving nut development, pecan growers should be watching their orchards for signs of pecan weevil activity. Where they look, however, is a matter of seasonal timing.

An emergency quarantine aimed at stopping the spread of an invasive bug threatening New Mexico's pecan industry will remain in place as the state looks to protect the largest pecan-growing county ...

NORMAN, OK – Anyone with pecan trees knows that their nut crop isn’t always reliable or consistent. Some years the trees just do not have many nuts. In other years the nuts may be hollowed out ...

Jul. 21—The New Mexico Department of Agriculture is floating the idea of restricting shipments of pecans grown in Otero County, after the agency confirmed pecan weevil infestations in the county.

Despite their native durability, pecan trees are notorious for pest problems. Here are some of the common problems and solutions for home gardeners: Fall webworms — Known for the large webs they ...

When a pecan becomes infected with weevil, the larva burrow through its shell to consume the nut meat inside, making the nuts unfit for consumption. “The larva eats it and turns it into mush ...