The northern pecan tree, Carya illinoinensis, is native to Maryland. While pecans are mostly thought of as a southern tree, they belong to the hardy hickory family, and can thrive and easily survive ...

You're sitting in the afterglow of a Thanksgiving meal in Texas. Maybe you took off work, maybe you have to clock in today. Either way, two things are certain — you're being digitally ambushed by "can ...

Despite heat and drought challenges, Texas pecan production is expected to reach 30-35 million pounds, aligning with state ...

There’s nothing quite like pecans. With their rich, buttery flavor, these nuts are a staple of Louisiana culture and cuisine. If you’d like to produce your own pecans, November through March is an ...

This article is part of Texas Monthly’s special fiftieth-anniversary issue. Read about the other icons that have defined Texas since 1973. Wild pecans yield their pleasures stingily. They’re small, ...

Information about the pecan (carya illinoinensis), a quintessential southern staple, is as varied as the multiple options for its pronunciation. The pecan has something in common with the persimmon, ...

Our local farmers markets may slow down a bit during the months of October and November, but pecan season is just starting. The pecan’s storied past predates our country’s founding, yet pecans have ...