Texas pecan growers honor A&M AgriLife Extension expert

Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matt McGovern, FOX 44 News (KWKT) · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

COLLEGE STATION, Texas (FOX 44) - A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service plant virologist and professor has been named the 2026 Research and Extension Specialist of the Year! This award was given to Young-Ki Jo, Ph.D., by the Texas Pecan Growers Association (TPGA) during its annual conference. Th...

Why this matters in The Waco

The recognition of Young-Ki Jo by the Texas Pecan Growers Association has significant implications for the local agricultural community in McLennan County. As a major pecan-producing region, Waco area farmers and growers can benefit from Jo's research and expertise in managing diseases that affect pecan crops. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service plays a crucial role in providing guidance and support to local farmers, and Jo's work can help address the specific challenges faced by pecan growers in the area. With the Waco area's strong agricultural heritage, the contributions of experts like Jo can have a direct impact on the local economy and the success of family farms and orchards. As the local pecan industry continues to evolve, the research and extension work of specialists like Jo will be essential in helping growers adapt to new challenges and opportunities.

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Category: local · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) · Reading time: 1 min

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Texas pecan growers honor A&M AgriLife Extension expert

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