On this week’s show, Denise, John, and Jan offer tips on what pecan tree owners and gardeners can do to stop any pest issues from occurring and keep your pecans healthy. Within Texas, growing pecans is important when it comes to commercial use and economic advantages and we want to let you know how to look out for Pecan Weevils and the health advantages of eating pecans for your heart, blood vessels, and more. Denise will also provide more updates and information on the El Paso County Master Gardeners programs that will be available for anyone to attend.
Started by County Extension Agent John White, the El Paso Master Gardener program started in 1981 and the first program in the state. The love for gardening and search for knowledge is the primary reason volunteers join the program. Today, there are over 6,000 Texas Master Gardeners based throughout the state, contributing their time to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
Additional information/Links
- Visit the El Paso County Master Gardeners website for questions, tips, and upcoming calendar events: https://txmg.org/elpaso/
Originally aired on November 11, 2023
