IRVINE, CA - Industry members who utilize services provided by Western Growers have reason to celebrate this week. It was announced that the Specialty Program Group (SPG) is beginning an association with the wholesale employee benefits division of Western Growers Assurance Trust (WGAT).

“Western Growers Assurance Trust enters into this exciting partnership from a position of financial strength,” said Dave Puglia, President and Chief Executive Officer of Western Growers. “We are excited that SPG’s reputation, as well as the resources and expertise SPG can offer, will propel WGAT in the marketplace and strengthen our members’ ability to provide high quality and affordable health benefits to their employees.”

Founded in 1957, WGAT offers health benefit plans designed specifically for agricultural and related industries, serving a wide range of businesses from farms to processors and distributors. According to a press release, WGAT is known for its deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by employers in the agriculture sector, offering solutions that support the health and well-being of its members’ workforce.

Through this association, WGAT will continue its mission of providing flexible, high-quality employee benefits solutions while exploring new opportunities to innovate and expand its wholesale offerings. WGAT will market under the name Western Growers Assurance Trust Specialty.

“The wholesale employee benefits division of Western Growers Assurance Trust is a great association for SPG,” said Chris Treanor, President of SPG. “WGAT is well-respected in the agricultural sector, and we’re ready to build on that by bringing our strong reputation and access to expertise and resources to help grow the business and support brokers and their clients.”

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