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NAWG Hires New Policy Manager

For Immediate Release Contact:

Elizabeth Rivera | 202-547-7800 | erivera@wheatworld.org

NAWG Hires New Policy Manager

Washington, D.C. (March 5, 2025) – This week, the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) welcomes Anthony Peña as the new Policy Manager. Anthony brings valuable experience from his nearly three-year tenure as Government Relations Manager at the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association (PNWA). Before PNWA, Peña served for years with U.S. Senator Patty Murray as Regional District Director and Representative. Anthony is from Vancouver, Washington, and attended Eastern Washington University to earn his Bachelor of Arts degree.

“We are thrilled to welcome Anthony to our policy team at this critical time for wheat growers,” said Chandler Goule, NAWG CEO. “His combination of association advocacy experience and congressional background will be invaluable as we work to advance policies that support the vitality of America’s wheat industry.”

At PNWA, Anthony developed expertise in issues directly relevant to wheat producers, including transportation infrastructure, waterway maintenance, and international trade logistics – all crucial elements for the competitiveness of U.S. wheat in global markets. His understanding of the Pacific Northwest’s role in agricultural exports will bring an important perspective to NAWG’s policy initiatives.

“I’m honored to join the National Association of Wheat Growers and build on my experience advocating for the infrastructure that wheat growers depend upon,” said Anthony. “Having worked on waterway issues critical to moving wheat to market, I understand the interconnected challenges facing the industry. I look forward to working directly with wheat producers to learn more and advance the policies that enhance their competitiveness and profitability.”

 

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About NAWG

NAWG is the primary policy representative in Washington D.C. for wheat growers, working to ensure a better future for America’s growers, the industry and the general public. NAWG works with a team of 20 state wheat grower organizations to benefit the wheat industry at the national level. From their offices on Capitol Hill, NAWG’s staff members are in constant contact with state association representatives, NAWG grower leaders, Members of Congress, Congressional staff members, Administration officials and the public.