Posts By: Jeff Janas

DOT Issues Exemption to Regulation Prohibiting the Transportation of Pre-1991 Mobile Refrigeration Units

Western Growers and other industry members have been working with the International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration to secure regulatory relief from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) preventing the continued transportation of pre-June 1, 1991, mobile refrigeration units. For those members involved in the transportation of mobile refrigeration units, the following action taken by the…

Nassif to Participate in October 5 Immigration Policy Event

On Thursday, October 5, 2017, Western Growers President and CEO Tom Nassif will participate in the National Immigration Forum’s event, Leading the Way: A New Approach to American Immigration in Washington, D.C. The event will bring together faith, law enforcement, business leaders and others for a constructive conversation on immigration policy solutions that serve the ...

Nassif Discusses Ag Immigration Policy during National Immigration Forum Event

Today, Western Growers President & CEO Tom Nassif joined leaders from Chobani, Walmart and The American Hotel & Lodging Association on a panel to discuss immigration policy solutions that serve the interests of America, especially its workers and their families. The event, Leading the Way: A New Approach to American Immigration, was hosted by National Immigration ...

Former WG Board Member David Hart Passes Away

Following a long illness, David Hart, former Western Growers’ Board Director and respected agriculture industry leader, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. According to Grower-Shipper Association’s Jim Bogart, Dave served twice on GSA’s board during the 40 years he spent in agriculture. He also held prominent positions at Royal Packing, Dole Fresh Vegetables and, ...

Western Growers Applauds Passage of Goodlatte AG Act by House Judiciary Committee

IRVINE, Calif., (October 25, 2017) —  Today, following the passage of the AG Act by the House Judiciary Committee, Western Growers’ President and CEO Tom Nassif issued the following statement applauding the action: “We applaud Chairman Goodlatte and the Committee for advancing this legislation. During the committee process several changes were made to the legislation…