Mississippi survey finds strong acorn crop, especially in southern regions

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks found a good acorn crop statewide in 2026, according to the agency’s first hard mast survey.

Red oaks produced more acorns than white oaks, and the Southeast and Southwest had some of the strongest crops, the agency said. The department plans to conduct the survey annually to measure acorn production across the state.

The agency said the findings may help hunters understand deer movement and feeding patterns as acorns fall. The 2026 Acorn Production Report is available on the department’s website.

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