Posts By: Tom Nassif

End the Trade War, Now

In a recent interview on Agri-Pulse’s Open Mic show, I reiterated my support for President Trump’s stated objectives on recasting American trade policy. The international trade playing field is fundamentally unfair to the U.S., and many countries have for decades taken advantage of us. It is imperative that the administration seek fairer trade agreements for ...

Senator John McCain: A True American Patriot and Hero

Upon the passing of Senator John McCain – a true American patriot and hero – this past Saturday, the Western Growers family wishes to extend its deepest condolences and collective prayers to his family. While it is difficult to encapsulate the full impact of the life and career of Senator McCain, which will reverberate for ...

Western Growers Urges for Rapid Conclusion of Trade Conflicts

Recently, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released a trade mitigation plan that falls substantially short of making fruit, vegetable and tree nut farmers whole for the damages they have incurred, and will continue to incur, as a result of the trade war with China. In this video, Western Growers provides an initial analysis of the ...