IRVINE, CALIF. (Sept. 29, 2023) – Following the passing of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia issued the following statement:

“Senator Feinstein’s public service to California will be remembered fondly by people from every region of the state, from urban to rural. For those striving to protect and strengthen California’s farms and the communities connected to agriculture, Senator Feinstein was our champion. She leaned into seemingly intractable issues, especially water supply and immigration, to bring diverse interests together. No one ever doubted her mastery of the details or her drive to reach pragmatic compromises that would break through the ideological logjams that are too common in our politics today. Senator Feinstein’s dedication to sound public policy will continue to serve the people of California agriculture for many years to come. The members and staff of Western Growers send our condolences to her family, friends and staff. She will be deeply missed.”