From the Orchard

   We began shaking our first pecan trees today. The Elliot is always the first pecan variety to crack so naturally the first to harvest.  We don’t have a very big crop of Elliots which is no surprise as we had a very large crop of Elliots last year.  Pecan trees have a tendency to produce every other year.  The Elliot is still my favorite pecan, so I continue to use it for the pecans we toast and bake in the kitchen.

We are working hard to get Pearson Farm retail ready to open in November and organizing the Fullfillment Room for our Holiday Season. Work is always more productive and fun with lots of preparation!

 As we ride in the orchards this month, you see many broken branches due to a heavy crop of pecans in some varieties. It’s not a pretty sight except from the eyes of the farmer who knows that a heavy laden tree with some broken branches means more pecans. The Desirable variety of pecan trees are heavy with pecans this year.  They also have a weaker wood and therefore break easier.

    We had an article in Farm & Ranch magazine this month. Check it out at www.farmandranchliving.com Al had to keep a diary for one month and email it every week.  It was easier said than done, but as usual, he did the job and did it well.