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Sapsucker Damage on Pecans: No Effective Repellents Found

Yellow-bellied sapsuckers drilling holes in pecan trees remain a frustrating problem. Bartlett Tree Research Lab tested three bitter-tasting repellent compounds—none worked. No effective deterrent has been discovered yet. Physical exclusion (netting) during peak activity periods may be the only reliable option.

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