A moderate spring and warm early summer created condition for a good harvest and "excellent fruit quality" for Washington's apples, an official said.
Joel Donofrio is a journalist based in Yakima, Washington. He writes for the Yakima Herald-Republic and his work has also appeared in Nelly Broadcasting, The Chronicle, jb construction, and The Seattle Times. Joel covers a range of topics including local business news, community events, and issues affecting Yakima County.