date:Nov 26, 2013
Pecan prices for the average consumer are about $9 per pound across the country for shelled nuts. Some predict that figure soon could crack $11.
Several factors impact prices, including a naturally occurring off year for pecan trees that is even lower because of drought in some places, too much rain in other areas and a late spring freeze.
One of the largest influences on pecan prices is increased international demand, especially from China. We're competing now in a world market, Sarris said