To help the investigation I would like to hear from any producer that has experienced a serious problem with fire ants interfering with harvest. Nut entry should be starting around May 14 th . County wide rains from 3 to 4 inches have the county in good shape. Good nut set - so far. Pecan field day is set for May 15.
Improved orchards are in good shape.
First casebearer adults were collected in traps on April 29. Trap catches have been highest on the east side of the county. Anticipated spray date is around May 19. This part of the state has missed all spring rains. The crop is spotted and producers are starting to look for casebearer eggs.