The November/December 2020 edition of Western Grower & Shipper magazine is now available both online and in print. To wrap up the year, WG&S magazine highlights philanthropy within the industry and how ag gives back to the younger generation. Click here to access the electronic version of the magazine.

Some features from this issue include the following:

WG Members Support Transformative Change in Education through Philanthropy

Education is an engine of possibilities. It has the power to create change, generate new career opportunities and result in economic development for future generations. That is why, throughout the United States and around the world, many have invested in education through philanthropic efforts.

Forward-Thinking Leadership Propels WG Founding Member Jack Bros. into 100 Years of Success

Jack Bros., Inc. has mastered this technique, making the exact calculations needed to achieve longevity and success. For more than a century, the Jack family has made it a common practice to be ahead of the curve by anticipating changes and utilizing the latest technologies.

Making Sure Government Works For the People

Jimmy Panetta, who proudly serves California’s 20th Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives, has continually demonstrated a steadfast commitment to ensuring the sustainability and success of the nation’s food supply. Since being sworn into office in 2017, Rep. Panetta has fought for everything from immigration reform and accessible healthcare to the protection of the agriculture industry and its farmers and farmworkers.

Revitalized Grower Trial Network Provides “Star Alliance” Access and Opportunity

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck and hosting in-person gatherings was ill-advised, video conferencing became a common practice. Events and meetings across the world went virtual, opening the floodgates to broader reach and more opportunity. Members of the Grower Trial Network have fully embraced the change and are using this COVID-induced opportunity to expedite the trial and adoption of technology within the agriculture industry.

Difficult Year for Food Donations But Need Continues to Rise

Feeding America is a nationwide network of food banks that provides an untold number of meals every year to millions of U.S. residents every week through food pantries and other programs. The umbrella organization, as well as the individual food banks, rely on government programs, cash donations, surplus food and fresh produce donations to help narrow the nutrition deficits that often plague the most needy among us.