Jonelle Mejica joined the Good Fruit Grower staff in 2018 as a writer and copy editor, and she also manages the magazine’s English and Spanish websites. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism and has enjoyed living and working in Central Washington since moving to Yakima from her native Southern California in 1994.
Phone: (509) 853-3512 — Email
My Recent Articles
Murphy: Measuring risk mitigation
Research in apple orchards shows significant microbial die-off occurs in 10 to 18 hours, confirming that cooling water can be applied the day before harvest.
Witherbee resumes role as executive director of the Washington Apple Education Foundation
The Washington Apple Education Foundation recently welcomed back Jennifer Witherbee as the organization’s executive director...
Online Agricultural English Mentorship program begins April 14
Registration is now open for the Agricultural English Mentorship program created by Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development...
2024 pesticide residue study released for Washington apple growers
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission announced in a news release the recent completion of its annual study of maximum residue levels (MRLs) in apples...
North Central Washington Tree Fruit Days Jan. 21–23 and Feb. 6
Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension announced in a news release its annual Tree Fruit Day programs in North Central Washington...
Agricultural Leadership Program begins Nov. 15 in Yakima
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association and Washington State Department of Agriculture are offering a bilingual (English and Spanish) Agricultural Leadership Program course starting Nov. 15, in Yakima...
Washington State University’s tree fruit research field day Aug. 6
Washington State University's fourth annual tree fruit research field day is scheduled Tuesday, Aug. 6...
Washington grant program to support resilient food supply chain
The Washington State Department of Agriculture announced in a news release it has received federal funding to support the Resilient Food System Infrastructure Program...
Northwest cherry growers begin 2024 harvest
Northwest cherry growers report high-quality fruit and good volume as the 2024 harvest begins...
Fire blight watch for Washington growers
Washington State University Extension released the following reminder for growers in areas prone to fire blight outbreaks...
NOSB spring meetings and comment period announced
The National Organic Standards Board will hold its annual spring meeting April 29–May 1 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a virtual option available for those unable to travel...
Survey to help develop sustainability metrics for Pacific Northwest apple industry
Apple growers in the Pacific Northwest are needed to participate in a survey that will support the development of a life cycle assessment and help develop region-specific solutions to address climate change challenges...
USApple announces 2024 NextGen Apple Fellowship Class
The U.S. Apple Association announced in a news release the newest members of its leadership development program, the NextGen Apple Fellowship...
2023 pesticide residue reports available for apple and cherry
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission announced the recent completion of the 2023 pesticide residue study for apple...
WSU to hold pear study circles Nov. 15 and Dec. 13
Washington State University Extension announced two pear study circles to provide opportunities for growers, consultants, researchers and industry professionals to learn from one another and improve pear profitability and sustainability...
Five-minute survey to help steer the future of Washington tree fruit industry
The Washington Tree Fruit Research Commission is developing a new tree fruit technology roadmap and needs grower input to help determine the industry’s top technology-related priorities...
Moyer named board president of American Society for Enology and Viticulture
Michelle Moyer, Washington State University professor and viticulture extension specialist, has been confirmed as the president of the American Society for Enology and Viticulture for 2023–24...
AgWest Farm Credit offering grants to new ag producers
AgWest Farm Credit announced a new grant program that provides startup funds to individuals beginning an agricultural business...
Washington Apple Education Foundation announces 2023 scholarship recipients
The Washington Apple Education Foundation announced its 2023 program awarded 316 scholarships...
Washington stone fruit growers eligible for cost-share funding for tree removal due to X disease and little cherry virus
Cherry, peach, nectarine, plum and other stone fruit orchards eligible for cost-share funds for up to 10 acres...
2023 WAEF Year of the Apple Art Contest winners announced
The Washington Apple Education Foundation announced in a news release the winners of the 2023 Year of the Apple Art Contest...
Virtual Orchard Meetup summer series: Managing the Uncontrollable
Washington State University Extension announced in a news release the 2023 Virtual Orchard Meetup summer series of webinars...
Washington State Wine Commission hires Kristina Kelley as new executive director
The Washington State Wine Commission has hired Kristina Kelley as its new executive director...
Webinar on Washington’s spotted lanternfly action plan June 5
The Washington Invasive Species Council will host a webinar to introduce a draft of the state’s spotted lanternfly action plan...
Washington weather conditions pose extreme fire blight risk
Washington State University Tree Fruit Extension is warning growers of extreme fire blight risk continuing through the weekend with rain and warmer temperatures in the forecast...