Shannon Dininny is the managing editor of Good Fruit Grower, writing articles for the print magazine and website and planning and preparing editorial content. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree from the University of Montana.
After working as a reporter at newspapers in Montana, Shannon joined the Associated Press in 2000, with stops in Montana, Indiana, Washington, Idaho and Utah. She was with the news wire service for nearly 14 years, including 10 years as the Yakima, Washington, correspondent, covering agriculture, nuclear waste cleanup, wildfires, environmental issues, national parks, tribes, and breaking news in eastern Washington and Oregon. She was named AP Employee of the Year for Washington State in 2009.
Shannon joined the magazine in 2015. She lives in Yakima.
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My Recent Articles
Dininny: We’re growing forward this fall
New circulation coordinator joins Good Fruit Grower.
New pear people
Starting jobs during the pandemic hasn’t slowed the progress of new pear scientists.
John Carter: 1946–2021
John Carter, a longtime cherry grower in The Dalles, Oregon, and former Good Fruit Grower
Jim Koempel: 1945–2021
Longtime orchardist Jim Koempel died July 26 at his home in Dryden, Washington, following a
Two new AVAs in Washington
The federal government has formally recognized two new American Viticultural Areas in Washington, bringing the
Dininny: Celebrating 25 years for Doug Button
Good Fruit Grower sees transition in advertising team.
A growing toolbox for crop load management
Washington trials show promise for new plant growth regulator to manage return bloom and new chemical thinner in the registration pipeline.
National Organic Standards Board meetings upcoming, NHC urges growers to comment
The National Organic Standards Board has scheduled its spring meetings in April with discussion to
Bud removal can control the flower power
Artificial spur extinction removes buds early, eases angst of thinning.
Dininny: Growing forward
New circulation coordinator joins Good Fruit Grower.
Dininny: Our new reality
Coronavirus sweeping the globe means instant change — and likely lasting effects.
Sun stress has growers sun wary
With sun damage a key factor in cull fruit for the Washington industry, new WSU research aims to better understand the physiology of sun stress.
Dininny: A Good Fruit goodbye and a welcome, too
We’re starting the new year with some new staff changes.
Chilean cherry study goes undercover
Researcher in Chile studying high tunnels, three-wire systems in sweet cherries.
Washington Apple Education Foundation celebrating 25 years
WAEF awards more than $1.1 million in scholarships, but its impact goes beyond the money.
Dininny: Good Fruit Grower welcomes new advertising sales coordinator
Good Fruit Grower is gaining a new advertising sales coordinator. Germaine Newstead joined the magazine
Washington Apple Education Foundation to award more than $1.1 million in scholarships
Washington’s tree fruit industry has awarded nearly $9 million in scholarships to some 2,000 students
Dininny: A new view
With a change in leadership at Good Fruit Grower, our commitment to all of you remains steadfast.
Canines trained to sniff out diseases
Dog detection teams have shown success in citrus and other fruit, now researchers will study if they can help find little cherry disease.
Rogue economics in the vineyard: Video
Is it a financially viable option to rogue infected vines?
Packaging options for Cosmic Crisp
Universal packaging design will ensure consistent branding across the industry.
Grading on a Cosmic scale
Industry committee sets grade standards for new WSU-bred apple variety slated for commercial release this year.
Mulch-in cherries
Researchers study benefits of applying mulch to mature Oregon cherry orchard.
Grants promote pollinator habitat
Program aims to improve habitat for native pollinators and beneficial insects.
A Cosmic collective of ideas and insights
In preparing for first commercial harvest, growers share tips they’ve learned growing WA 38 trees.
Getting ready for robots
Evolution of the technology and the orchard required for robotic harvest.
Robotic picking machine’s first apple harvest underway: Video
Abundant Robotics debuts robotic harvester in New Zealand apple orchard for first harvest headed to market.
Washington Winegrowers bestows annual awards
Washington wine industry leaders honored.
Lessons in supply and demand for wine grape growers
Wine broker describes transition period from shortage to excess.
Headwinds approaching Washington wine industry
Analysts concur: Wine grape growers will need to be innovative in today’s rapidly evolving market.