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WESTERN GROWERS

2026 SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES November 8 - 11, 2026 GRAND WAILEA RESORT - MAUI, HAWAII

Sponsor the Moment 100 YEARS OF LEADERSHIP IN FRESH PRODUCE

For 100 years, Western Growers has represented and advanced the fresh produce industry. In 2026, we celebrate a once in a century milestone, our 100th Annual Meeting and a century of advocacy, innovation, and leadership. Sponsoring the 100th Annual Meeting places your company at the center of the celebration, in front of the most influential growers, shippers, suppliers, executives, and decision makers shaping the next 100 years. AS A SPONSOR, YOU WILL: • Elevate your brand during a once in a century industry milestone • Showcase your company’s message to a captive, highly engaged audience • Build authentic relationships with Western Growers members and Board of Directors • Strengthen existing partnerships while creating new business opportunities • Engage with Western Growers experts to get your business questions answered in real time • Align your brand with a trusted organization representing 100 years of industry leadership

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

2025 ANNUAL MEETING Event Promotion & Digital Exposure

Total event app downloads 359 Event‑week app sessions 6,000+

Attendee app adoption 65% App download growth 15%

Attendees 550+

Sponsors* 86

Six targeted emails with reach of: 4,500+

Spotlight Newsletter Promotions 21

EVENT WEBSITE PERFORMANCE May 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Four WG&S Magazine ads with readership of: 20,000+

VIEW SAMPLE

VISIT SITE

Total Sessions 11.5k

Total Page Views 36.7k

Total Users 6.4k

Event photo gallery visits 1,000

Individual event photo views 24,000

VIEW PHOTOS

WESTERN GROWERS SOCIAL MEDIA METRICS

Total Followers 86K Annual Growth YOY 405% Annual Impressions 5.5M Engagement Rate 1.5%

Total Followers 16K Annual Growth YOY 14.5% Annual Impressions 646k Engagement Rate 3.5%

Total Followers 17.3K Annual Growth YOY 31% Annual Impressions 637k Engagement Rate 2.35%

Total Followers 13.3K Annual Growth YOY 2,629% Annual Impressions 2.1M Engagement Rate 4.1%

2025 ANNUAL MEETING DIGITAL IMPACT

Total Facebook Impressions 33.3K

Total Instagram Impressions 27.6K

Total LinkedIn Impressions 23.9K

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*Includes Annual Meeting and Golf sponsors

EVENT RECOGNITION • Presentation video and remarks at the exclusive Diamond Breakfast • Presenting sponsor for the Conference (Maximum 5) • One minute video at select event (Chairman’s Lunch or Award of Honor Dinner) • Podium acknowledgment for all major events • Event sponsorship, signage with logo at all of the following: Welcome Reception, Kickoff Keynote, Featured Session, VIP Sponsor Reception, Party with the Partners, Chair’s Lunch or Award of Honor Dinner Gala • Conference bag insert (sponsor provided) • Logo included on onsite signage PROMOTIONAL * • Logo included in all event promotional emails • One (1) courtesy Conference Registration for a grower attendee (invitation extended on behalf of you by WG Executive Team) • Logo included on Annual Meeting registration website • Logo included in printed conference guide • Full page ad placed in limited number of premium positions in printed Conference Guide, distributed at event • Digital video, logo, social media links, company description and designated recognition on event mobile app • PDF Attachment option available on sponsor profile within mobile app • Social media recognition • Logo included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. • $2500 credit towards additional branding or sponsorship opportunities HOSPITALITY • Four (4) passes for Full Conference Registration, including Party with the Partners (does not include PAC Lunch, Pickleball or Golf Tournament) • Four (4) passes for VIP Reception with Western Growers’ Board of Directors and Executive Leadership • Four (4) passes for Diamond Breakfast with Western Growers’ Board of Directors and Executive Leadership • Four (4) additional passes for Party with the Partners • Two (2) flex passes for Party with the Partners or Award of Honor Dinner Gala • VIP Reserved table at Chair’s Lunch, Diamond Breakfast and Award of Honor Dinner Gala • One (1) invitation to attend 2027 March and July board meeting

Diamond LEVEL $60,000 SOLD OUT INQUIRE ABOUT WAITLIST

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

EVENT RECOGNITION • Event sponsorship, signage with logo and podium acknowledgment at one major event (Chair’s Lunch or Award of Honor Dinner Gala) plus one additional event • Conference bag insert (sponsor provided) • Logo included on onsite signage PROMOTIONAL * • Logo included on Annual Meeting registration website • Logo included in printed conference guide • Full page ad in printed conference guide, distributed at event • Digital video, logo, social media links, company description and designated recognition on event mobile app • PDF Attachment option available on sponsor profile within mobile app • Logo included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. • $2500 credit towards additional branding or sponsorship opportunities HOSPITALITY • Four (4) passes for Full Conference Registration, including Party with the Partners (does not include PAC Lunch, Pickleball or Golf Tournament) • Four (4) passes for VIP Reception with Western Growers’ Board of Directors and Executive Leadership • Three (3) additional passes for Party with the Partners • Two (2) flex passes for Party with the Partners or Award of Honor Dinner Gala • VIP Reserved table at one major event during conference (Chair’s Lunch or Award of Honor Dinner Gala) • *NEW* One (1) invitation to attend the 2027 July Board Meeting

Platinum LEVEL $40,000

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

EVENT RECOGNITION • Event sponsorship, signage with logo and podium acknowledgment at one major event (Chair’s Lunch or Award of Honor Dinner Gala) • Conference bag insert (sponsor provided) • Logo included on onsite signage PROMOTIONAL * • Logo included on Annual Meeting registration site • Logo included in printed conference guide • A 1/2-page ad in printed conference guide, distributed at event • Digital video, logo, social media links, company description and designated recognition on event mobile app • PDF Attachment option available on sponsor profile within mobile app • Logo included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. • $2500 credit towards additional branding or sponsorship opportunities HOSPITALITY • Three (3) passes for Full Conference Registration, including Party with the Partners (does not include PAC Lunch, Pickleball or Golf Tournament) • Three (3) passes for VIP Reception with Western Growers’ Board of Directors and Executive Leadership • Two (2) additional passes for Party with the Partners • Two (2) flex passes for Party with the Partners or Award of Honor Dinner Gala

Gold LEVEL $30,000

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

EVENT RECOGNITION • Event sponsorship, signage with logo and podium acknowledgment at one of the following events: Welcome Reception, Kickoff Keynote, Featured Session or Party with the Partners • Logo included on onsite signage PROMOTIONAL * • Logo included on Annual Meeting registration site • Logo included in printed conference guide • A 1/3-page horizontal ad in printed conference guide, distributed at event • Logo, social media links and company description included on event mobile app • Logo included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. HOSPITALITY • Two (2) passes for Full Conference Registration, including Party with the Partners (does not include PAC Lunch, Pickleball or Golf Tournament) • Two (2) additional passes for Party with the Partners • One (1) flex pass for Party with the Partners or Award of Honor Dinner Gala

Silver LEVEL $12,000

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

EVENT RECOGNITION • Logo included on onsite signage PROMOTIONAL *

Bronze LEVEL $6,000

• Logo on Annual Meeting registration site • Logo included in printed conference guide • Logo, social media links and company description included on event mobile app • Logo included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. HOSPITALITY • Two (2) tickets for Party with the Partners

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

PROMOTIONAL * • Listing on Annual Meeting registration site • Listing included in printed conference guide • Listing included on event mobile app • Listing included in Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Post-event report • Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review distributed to 2200 members. HOSPITALITY • One (1) ticket for Party with the Partners

Industry Partner LEVEL $1,500

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

*All promotional assets provided by sponsors

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE COMPARISON*

Industry Partner

Diamond (Limited to 5 )

Platinum Gold

Silver

Bronze

$1,500– $4,999

Member Pricing

$60,000 $40,000 $30,000 $12,000 $6,000

Diamond Breakfast with Western Growers Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Event Promotional Emails Courtesy Conference Registration for a Grower Attendee

Logo

Presenting Sponsor for Full Conference Exclusive invite to WG Board Meetings

March and July 2027 All Major Events 1 Event 60 seconds

July 2027

Reserved Table

1 Event

Digital in App

Video opportunity

VIP Reception with Western Growers’ Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Conference Bag Insert (sponsor provided) $2500 credit towards additional branding or sponsorship opportunities Social Media Recognition

Digital Video Option

1 Major Event & 1 Additional Event Full Page Ad

Event Sponsorship – Acknowledgment from the podium

All Major Events

1 Major Event

1 Event

Full Page Ad Premium Location

1/2 Page Ad

1/3 Page Ad

Ad in Conference Guide

Full Conference Registration Pass

Flex Passes for Single Event (Party with the Partners or Award of Honor Dinner Gala)

Passes for Party with the Partners

Printed Conference Guide

Logo

Listing

Annual Meeting Registration Website

Logo

Listing

Logo + PDF

Mobile App Profile

Logo

Listing

Onsite Signage

Logo

Listing

Annual Meeting promotional ad in Western Grower & Shipper magazine Post-event Report Recognition in Western Growers’ Year in Review

Logo

Listing

Sponsor Branding Opportunities on next page * Benefits subject to change

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Sponsor Branding Opportunities AVAILABLE FOR SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS AND ABOVE Conference Bag (Available to one sponsor)

Put your brand in every attendee’s hands from day one. As the exclusive Conference Bag sponsor, your logo will be prominently featured alongside the WG Annual Meeting logo on a high-quality bag distributed to all 500+ attendees at registration. This is a highly visible opportunity to maximize brand recognition throughout the entire event.

$7,500

Lanyard (Available to one sponsor)

Put your brand on display at every handshake and hello. As the exclusive Lanyard sponsor, your logo will be prominently featured—co-branded with the WG Annual Meeting logo— on more than 500 attendee lanyards worn throughout the entire conference. It’s a high-impact way to ensure visibility from the first badge scan to the final farewell. Hotel Key Card/ Wristlet* (Available to one sponsor) Make a lasting impression every time attendees access their room during their conference stay. As the exclusive Hotel Key Card sponsor, your branding will be co-featured with the WG Annual Meeting logo on all hotel room keys distributed to conference guests. This sleek, high-visibility opportunity keeps your company top-of-mind from check-in to check-out. *Based on hotel availability. Contact Western Growers for details. Conference Water Bottle (Available to one sponsor) Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate. Help keep attendees refreshed as they attend the Annual Meeting. Refillable water bottles to be given to all registered attendees and will be co-branded with sponsor’s logo and WG Annual Meeting logo.

$7,500

Bar Sponsorship (Available to one sponsor per option)

Serve up your brand in style with a custom signature cocktail, highlighted with branded signage at the bar and personalized cocktail napkins and stirrers. It’s a standout way to connect with guests, raise a glass and make your brand part of the celebration. • Package 1: Party with the Partners Sold Out • Package 2: Reception Bar Package – Includes both the Welcome Reception & Award of Honor Reception

$7,500 (Package two Available)

Additional sponsor opportunities on following page

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Sponsor Branding Opportunities AVAILABLE FOR SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS AND ABOVE

Mobile App (Available to one sponsor)

Put your brand in the palm of their hands—digitally. Gain high-impact visibility across our official event app. Your logo will be featured on the app’s splash screen and included on all mobile app promotional signage, tent cards and related communications—keeping your brand front and center from download to event close. As the app sponsor, you’ll also be recognized as the presenter of prizes for app-related games, giving your brand even more touchpoints with attendees. Coffee Break (Available to two sponsors) Fuel meaningful connections with an afternoon coffee station set up between sessions—right when attendees need a pick- me-up. This sponsorship includes co-branded coffee cups or sleeves, napkins and prominent signage at the station. It’s a warm and welcoming way to keep your brand front and center while energizing the conference crowd.

$7,500

Pickleball Classic Event Sponsorship (Available to one sponsor)

Help us serve up some friendly competition at one of our fastest-growing conference traditions. As the Pickleball Classic sponsor, you’ll receive prominent branding through event signage, custom feather banners, co- branded promotional materials and a sporty takeaway: a co-branded towel for all participants.

$5,000

Conference Bag Insert (Available to multiple sponsors)

Include your company’s collateral or branded item in the Conference Bag, distributed to all 500+ attendees at check-in. Popular insert ideas include paper advertisements, portable phone chargers, notebook/pen sets, hand sanitizer, lip balm, stickers, magnets, socks or stress balls. Want to stand out? Consider fun, location-inspired items like sunglasses, beach towels, portable fans, hats or even a branded beach ball.

$2,500

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Thank You TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS

Diamond

Platinum

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Thank You TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS

Gold

Silver

Bronze

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Thank You TO OUR 2025 INDUSTRY PARTNERS

Barkley Ag Enterprises

HeinzSeed

Rosasco Law Group

Cal.net

JRG Attorneys at Law

Sakata Seed America

D’Arrigo Bros New York

King City Nursery

Southern Valley Chemical Co

Dickerson, Peatman & Fogarty

Law Offices of Shawn Caine

Sturdy Oil Company

Feeding San Diego

MIXTEC Group

Teleos Ag Solutions

Gowan Company

Pacific Ag Rentals

The OccuNet Company

Green Rubber - Kennedy Ag

Penny Newman Grain Company

Tiverton Advisors

Verdant Robotics

Grimmway Enterprises

Rain for Rent

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

HOW TO Reserve your Sponsorship

Each year, our top tier sponsorship packages sell out quickly. To secure the sponsor opportunity that best fits your company, we recommend requesting a Sponsorship Agreement as early as possible.

READY TO SPONSOR? LET’S CONNECT.

NOT YET A MEMBER? Western Growers’ products and services are built for our members. From health benefits tailored to agriculture to government advocacy, logistics, employee training, compensation data, and more—we’re here to support the continued growth and success of our members. If you’re not yet a Western Growers member, now is the time to explore the benefits of joining. Membership includes access to: • Premier networking events with industry leaders • Member pricing for advertising in Western Grower & Shipper magazine • Health and insurance solutions • Workforce development and training • State and federal advocacy • Labor and transportation resources

We’re excited to partner with you to ensure your presence onsite meets your organization’s objectives and offers you a seamless event experience. Whether you already know which package you’d like or want help choosing the best fit, we’re here to guide you through the process and customize your experience. To reserve your sponsorship or request a custom opportunity, please contact: Rob Steinmann at rsteinmann@wga.com or 949.885.2266. Once we receive your request, we’ll follow up to walk you through next steps. All sponsorships are first-come, first-served. Logo File Requirements: For best results, please submit logos in the following formats: • .EPS vector format (.SVG or .AI vector file is also acceptable) • .PNG with transparency sized to 2400px wide

Learn more at www.wga.com or contact us directly.

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

Ad Specs CONFERENCE GUIDE Ad Specs • Finished page size is 5.5"w x 8.5"h • Images below are for example only – NOT ACTUAL SIZE. File Requirements For best results, please send artwork: • print-quality, high resolution PDF with crop marks and 1/8” bleeds.

• graphics at high resolution (300 dpi @ 100%) • color files as CMYK with crop marks and bleeds.

Submitting Artwork: Ad Deadline: September 4, 2026 • Submit all ads before due date to: wgmembership@wga.com

Diamond and Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

FULL PAGE AD Live Area: 4.5"w x 7.5"h Trim Area: 5.5"w x 8.5"h Bleed Area: 5.75"w x 8.75"h

1/2 PAGE AD Live Area: 4.5"w x 3.25"h Trim Area: 5.5"w x 4.25"h Bleed Area: 5.75"w x 4.75"h

Diamond Sponsors Premium Placement: • Inside Cover • Opposite Schedule at a Glance • Opposite Inside Back Cover • Inside Back Cover • Back Cover

Silver Sponsors

1/3 PAGE AD Live Area: 4.5"w x 2.25"h Trim Area: 5.5"w x 2.833"h Bleed Area: 5.75"w x 3.0"h

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

WESTERN GROWERS

NOVEMBER 8 - 11, 2026 GRAND WAILEA RESORT, MAUI, HAWAII

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 2026 WGANNUALMEETING.COM

For more information about this year’s event please visit: WGANNUALMEETING.COM For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266 For sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Rob Steinmann rsteinmann@wga.com or (949) 885-2266

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