Founded in 1926, Western Growers is committed to the evolutionary growth of the agricultural industry and its professionals. Representing local and regional family farmers across California, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico, the organization and its participating members represent nearly half the nation’s fresh fruits, vegetables, tree nuts and organic produce. For 94 years, Western Growers has been dedicated to enhancing the competitiveness and profitability of its members and today is one of the most powerful and influential trade associations within the United States. We continue to influence change, ensuring the industry’s stability and its members’ success. We believe there is strength in numbers and together, our voice continues to be powerful. 2019 proved to be yet another period of progress and change by our organization, highlighted by key contributions that included: - Tom Nassif, Western Growers President and CEO, served as the lead agricultural negotiator for The Farm Workforce Modernization Act (H.R. 5038), which passed the House with strong support - Western Growers, represented by Tom Nassif, testified before House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship - Tom Nassif and members of the Western Growers executive staff attended the signing of the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement at the White House - After years of dedicated service to Western Growers, Tom Nassif and Matt McInerney announced their retirement from Western Growers - Ryan Talley, taking over for the exiting Ron Ratto, was announced 2020 Western Growers Chairman of the Board - Dave Puglia, Executive Vice President, was announced as Tom Nassif’s successor as Western Growers’ President and Chief Executive Officer, continuing the commitment and efforts of the organization moving forward Defining the Future of Agriculture Western Growers 2019 Year In Review
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A MISSION THAT MATTERS Western Growers has a unique mission... to enhance the competitiveness and profitability of family farmers, fresh produce growers, processors, and shippers.
As we move forward into the new year and the future, Western Growers and its members continue to grow together. We remain committed to defining the future of our industry. -
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