Our Story

The Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association (ACGA) was built by ranchers who understood something important: if you want to protect a way of life, you have to stand together. In the early 1900s, a small group of concerned cattlemen took action to help guide the future of Arizona’s cattle industry, pushing for clear, fair laws that protected livestock, property, and ranching operations. On January 4, 1903, they organized ACGA.

Today, ACGA continues that mission as a grassroots nonprofit association committed to representing and strengthening Arizona ranching. We work every day to protect the interests of cattle producers and support the people who care for the land, the livestock, and the heritage behind it.

ACGA’s responsibilities include:

  • Advocating on legislation that impacts ranchers and rural communities
  • Promoting ranching heritage and the cattle industry through public relations and outreach
  • Building positive relationships with agencies, media, schools, consumers, and industry partners
  • Responding to legal challenges when necessary
  • Providing timely updates and accurate information to our members
  • Offering educational opportunities on issues that matter to ranching
  • Maintaining an informed and connected membership base
  • Building alliances with groups working toward shared goals

Our Mission

At Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association, we protect, promote, and sustain Arizona cattle ranching for present and future generations through grassroots advocacy, policy formation, and education.

Our Vision

To establish and build political action, producer education, and consumer promotion that will protect the future of Arizona ranching.

Photo from 1950
Ranchers attending an Arizona Cattle Growers Association meeting, Globe, Arizona
Source: ARIZONA MEMORY PROJECT

Past President's Message

I am a third-generation rancher in the Verde Valley. My wife, Mary Beth, and I own the W Dart Ranch, a cow/calf operation that is located between Cottonwood and Camp Verde. We are very proud that we have the 3rd, 4th, and 5th generations living and working on our ranch. 

 

I was raised believing that you should “give back to the industry” that is your livelihood. I have been very fortunate and blessed in serving in leadership roles from the local level up to the National level. I am a former President of the Yavapai Cattle Grower’s Association, the Arizona Cattle Grower’s Association, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. I have also served as Arizona’s Voting Director for the national Public Lands Council. 

 

I am serving my “third hitch” as the Immediate Past President of ACGA. I invite you and your neighbors to become more involved in ACGA as we need your input and ideas to make it a better organization. With your help, we can be a strong, vibrant organization to better serve the ranching industry in Arizona.


~Andy Groseta, Past President