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Socorro begins removal of pecan shells to combat Red Flour Beetle infestation

Dona Ana County faces firefighter shortage, considers station 'brownouts' Dona Ana Fire Rescue is grappling with a shortage of 30 firefighter positions, prompting the county to explore hiring ...
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Lower Valley pecan shell drop off

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA)-- Today, is the last day for Socorro and Mission Valley residents to drop off their pecan shells. The pecan shells are the primary food source for the red flour beetle. ABC-7 ...
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City of Socorro to enforce pecan shell ordinance

SOCORRO, Texas (KVIA) -- A new pecan shell ordinance has gone into effect in the City of Socorro. It is part of the effort to prevent another red flour beetle infestation. The ordinance establishes ...
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Hot water best for sanitizing in-shell pecans, sanitizers prevent cross-contamination

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Before those sweet and savory pecans make their way into your pecan pie or other holiday treat, they may go through an antimicrobial wash to reduce pathogens. But why would that ...
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Socorro starts removal of pecan shells to combat red flour beetle infestation

SOCORRO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Officials with the City of Socorro said they have started an effort to eliminate the food source of the red flour beetle. The city is workingin coordination with state ...