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Michelle Rivera
Western Growers, Communications Manager

E: [email protected]/P: 949.885.4778 EXT 4778 Michelle Rivera serves as the Communications Manager for Western Growers, where she is responsible for ensuring effective internal and external communications for Western Growers members, industry partners and consumers across all platforms. Michelle has more than 15 years of marketing and communications experience in various industries, including adtech, consumer products […]

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Highlights of the WG 2025 Annual Meeting: Browse the Photo Album

Relive the highlights, memorable moments and connections from the Western Growers 99th Annual Meeting. Didn’t get to go this year? These photos will make you feel like you didn’t miss a beat. Click here to view the complete photo album. Looking forward to the next one? Save the date! The Western Growers 100th Annual Meeting is set for Nov. 8-11, 2026 at the Grand Wailea in Maui, Hawaii.

Western Grower & Shipper Magazine to Publish Quarterly Starting in 2026

In agriculture, timing is everything. Starting in January, the Western Grower & Shipper magazine will shift to a quarterly publishing schedule. Why the change? Simply put, we’re dedicating more space and intention to each issue to have more of an impact with our members and industry. That means more thought-provoking content. More stories from the field. More of what matters most to…

Western Growers Members Shine as Arnott Duncan Named 2025 Organic Grower of the Year at OGS

The Organic Grower Summit’s 2025 Organic Grower of the Year Award brought a fresh twist to one of the industry’s most anticipated honors. For the first time, the award was narrowed down to four worthy finalists, giving attendees a broader look at the innovation and leadership shaping the ag industry today. In a strong showing for Western Growers, two of the four finalists—Arnott Duncan…

Western Growers Testifies on Key Priorities for USMCA

As the U.S. begins its review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), Western Growers is adding its voice to the discussion. During a public hearing this week, Western Growers' Dennis Nuxoll, VP of Federal Affairs, delivered testimony outlining the priorities of the fresh produce industry and the critical role USMCA plays in supporting American growers. You can read Nuxoll's testimony…