A Western Growers Membership
Western Growers members care deeply for the food they grow, the land they sustain, the people they employ and the community in which they live.
The Western Growers Family of Companies exists for one reason: To improve the financial outlook for farmers and their farmworker partners. Our members depend on us to help them remain competitive and profitable despite the circumstances aligning against them, many of which are beyond their control. Our staff is dedicated to our common purpose, and they work heart and soul to maintain our position of leadership in the agriculture industry.
Membership Benefits
When you join Western Growers, you receive the industry’s most comprehensive offerings for agricultural employers. The benefits of Western Growers membership are tailored specifically to the needs of the agriculture industry and include government advocacy, logistics solutions, international trade assistance, PACA support, financial services and employee training, alongside networking opportunities at exclusive events and more. We are here to support your business.
Legal & H-2A Guidance
We offer legal guidance as well as help members access the H-2A temporary worker program by completing paperwork, filing applications and interfacing with state workforce agencies, the U.S. Department of Labor, U.S. Customs and Immigration Services and the U.S. State Department.
Government Affairs
With your help, we continue to influence change, ensuring the industry’s stability and your success. We believe there is strength in numbers and together, our voice is powerful.
Science and Technology
Our team of nationally known experts in the produce-related field work with committees in D.C., regulators, legislators, universities, scientists and more to cultivate the best in leading edge ag innovation for our members.
International Trade
We help you face challenges conducting international business, including export, transportation and logistics. We monitor international trade negotiations, address tariff and non-tariff barriers and tackle a wide range of obstacles affecting export markets.
Collections, Contracts and PACA Support
We provide guidance in PACA trust actions, product guaranty statements, contract reviews and resolving product destination problems.
Western Growers Insurance Services
Since 1957, we’ve provided insurance solutions to meet the unique needs of farmers. We have since evolved to fulfill the needs of an ever-changing marketplace, growing and refining our products and services for a broad array of customers in ag and beyond.
Western Growers University
Western Growers University offers professional development and training programs tailored specifically to those working in the agriculture industry.
Human Resources
We offer guidance and resources to keep you informed and compliant on issues such as employment law, immigration and labor, employee benefits, personnel procedures, health care reform and more.
Financial Services
We can help you and your employees draft a successful roadmap to retirement with a plan designed specifically for the unique needs of your company and employees.
Events
We host and sponsor events throughout the year designed to help your business and increase your engagement with leaders in the fresh produce industry. Our events include webinars on a variety of topics like legal updates, flooding resources, and science news; as well as in-person events like trainings and the WG Annual Meeting.
Media Communications
We focus on media relations to strategically boost WG members’ public policy objectives and provide weekly and bimonthly publications to keep members informed on critical industry news.
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From Our Members
Western Growers offers many great services…but the major reason we belong to the association is because of the representation. Western Growers represents our interests and they are one of the strongest voices for agriculture that there is.
Phil Henry
Henry Avocado Corp, Escondido, CA