Our Story

The Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association (ACGA) was built by ranchers who understood a simple truth: protecting a way of life requires standing together. In the early 1900s, a small group of dedicated cattlemen came together to help shape the future of Arizona’s cattle industry, advocating for clear and fair laws that protected livestock, property, and ranching operations. On January 4, 1903, they officially organized the Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association.



More than a century later, ACGA continues that mission as a grassroots nonprofit organization committed to representing, strengthening, and promoting Arizona ranching. We work to protect the interests of cattle producers while supporting the ranching families who steward the land, care for the livestock, and sustain the heritage of our rural communities.


ACGA serves its members and the industry by:

  • Advocating for legislation that impacts ranchers and rural communities
  • Promoting the positive image and heritage of the cattle industry
  • Building strong relationships with agencies, media, schools, consumers, and industry partners
  • Responding to legal and regulatory challenges when necessary
  • Providing timely updates and accurate information to our members
  • Offering educational opportunities on issues important to ranching
  • Maintaining an informed and engaged membership base
  • Building alliances with organizations that share common 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

Andy Groseta was a third-generation rancher in Arizona’s Verde Valley. He and his wife, Mary Beth, owned and operated the W Dart Ranch, a cow-calf operation located between Cottonwood and Camp Verde. The Groseta family took great pride in their ranching legacy, with the third, fourth, and fifth generations living and working together on the ranch.


Andy was raised with the belief that those who make their living in agriculture have a responsibility to give back to the industry. Throughout his career, he lived out that principle through decades of leadership and service at the local, state, and national levels.


He served as President of the Yavapai Cattle Growers’ Association, the Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Andy also represented Arizona as a Voting Director for the National Public Lands Council, advocating for ranchers and responsible land stewardship.


Andy later served his “third hitch” as Immediate Past President of the Arizona Cattle Growers’ Association, continuing to support the organization and encourage greater involvement from ranchers across the state. His leadership, dedication, and commitment to the cattle industry left a lasting impact on Arizona ranching and the generations who continue the work today.

 - Andy Groseta, Past President