Pecan Trees Dropping Nuts Early? Contact Your Extension Agent for Local Answers

Situation

Southern middle TN, 20-yr-old pecans. Bloom/pollinate but few nuts. 3 yrs ago some nuts; lately small nuts drop early, few turn black and fall.

Complex, region-specific issue. Best resource: your local Extension Service.

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