Cardiovascular disease takes the life of an estimated 1 in 4 Americans each year—but small, heart-smart choices can make a meaningful difference. The good news: a new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that the simple act of daily snacking on pecans supports cholesterol levels—a key factor in cardiovascular health—and enhance…
Senator Raphael Warnock has been meeting with Georgia farmers and business owners to learn more about the impact of tariffs on Georgia’s economy. Georgia leads as the largest grower of pecans in the nation. Nearly 30 percent of the pecans grown in the US are exported to other countries. Read more here about the senator’s…
Georgia Grown is a brand promotional program and business development platform that has successfully showcased the best of Georgia’s produce for more then ten years. Recent production seasons have proven that the program can work just as successfully outside of Georgia. Duke Lane III, owner of the Fort Valley based Genuine Georgia Group, says a…
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to buy more pecans in support of Georgia’s pecan growers. Senator Jon Ossoff pushed earlier in 2025 for the USDA to give financial support to pecan growers and shellers in Georgia and around the US. The result is a $24 million investment in the industry. “I’m focused…
Georgia pecan farmers are facing uncertainty due to tariffs. “Our pecan farmers are dependent on China for importing their pecans. And it’s important that they can have a free market in order to do that.” Read more here from WABE.
April is National Pecan Month! Celebrate by trying a new pecan snack recipe! Find some recipes and learn fun facts from our friends at the National Pecan Shellers Association!
“He never wanted to be the biggest watermelon or pecan shipper — just the best,” said Greg Leger, president of the Cordele, GA-based Leger & Son Inc. and the son of company founder Buddy Leger, an icon in the watermelon and pecan industries, who died Feb. 28 at the age of 93.” Read more here…
Georgia pecan farmers have weathered the effects of tariffs before. Now, they prepare to face potential new challenges from tariffs under the Trump administration. “Georgia Pecan producers like Lane Southern Orchards have already experienced the toll that tariffs can have. The Fort Valley Farm’s CEO, Mark Sanchez, said they had to cut back their Chinese…
Georgia pecan farmers experienced devastating losses after Hurricane Helene. Given the fact that Georgia produces a large percentage of the pecans in the US, the impact is both immediate and long-term. “Helene’s devastation shouldn’t have much impact on consumer prices because crops grown elsewhere can make up for most shortages, said Michael Adjemian, a University…
Due to the losses experienced by Georgia pecan farmers during Hurricane Helene, pecan prices are expected to surge during the holiday season. “Helene’s devastation shouldn’t have much impact on consumer prices because crops grown elsewhere can make up for most shortages, said Michael Adjemian, a University of Georgia professor of agricultural economics. Pecans are…