LUMBERTON, N.C. — The North Carolina Pecan Growers held their 28th annual meeting on Saturday, February 19, 2022 in Lumberton NC. Approximately 60 participants learned about pest management, food safety, an update from the American Pecan Council, pecan varieties and much more. Speakers included Allan Thornton (NCSU Extension), Dr. Monte Nesbitt (Texas A&M), Dr. Chip Simmons (NCSU), Mack Johnson (NCSU Extension) and more!
After a delicious lunch from Fuller’s BBQ, participants traveled to a local orchard to learn about pruning, spacing, and more management techniques.
We were pleased to hold the meeting in person and will make all presentations available on our website www.ncpecangrowers.com. We will be holding an online meeting March 22, 2022 that will focus solely on pest management. Contact us today () to register for that meeting!Â
–North Carolina Pecan Growers