2026 theme is “High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein;” Nominate a farmer for an expense-paid trip
January 13, 2026 – Today, the Animal Agriculture Alliance opened registration for its 2026 Stakeholders Summit, themed “High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein.” The 2026 event is set for May 5-7 in Kansas City, Mo. and an initial agenda has been posted. Early bird registration rates are available through March 6, offering savings up to $100. Register here.
The animal agriculture and food communities are feeling the heat. With headlines, regulations, and expectations all bearing down, the stakes have never been higher. But this is a rare opportunity. Only at the 2026 Stakeholders Summit will attendees find the most passionate minds sparking together. It’s the one place where conversation is alight, and ideas sizzle. Time to dig in.
The Alliance is offering an expense-paid trip to the 2026 Summit for a farmer or rancher who is leading efforts in sustainability, animal care, or advocacy. Learn more about the opportunity and nominate any farmers or ranchers via the online nomination form by January 30, 2026.
“The annual Stakeholders Summit brings together the best of the best, including farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals who are leading the conversation on important topics in food and farming,” said Hannah Thompson-Weeman, Alliance president and CEO. “As we look to address common challenges and brighten animal agriculture’s future, there’s no better room to be in than the 2026 Summit. Take advantage of discounted registration rates and save your seat at the table today.”
Get involved:
Help us bring fresh perspectives to the table at the 2026 Summit. Invite a friend to join the conversation by referring someone who’s never attended Summit before. Both parties need to be registered and will be entered to win a $100 gift card. More details here.
Show your support for the Alliance’s outreach efforts by becoming an official Summit sponsor today. Sponsor companies are eligible for complimentary Summit registrations, opportunities to address event attendees, and exclusive access to attendee contact lists, depending on sponsorship level. Learn more about available sponsorship opportunities and contact Hannah Thompson-Weeman at hthompson@animalagalliance.
The 2026 Summit would not be possible without the support of sponsors, including U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, Farm Journal, Meatingplace, Watt, Cargill, Zoetis, United Soybean Board, Agri-Pulse Communications, Inc., Amick Farms, Aviagen, CoBank, Dairy MAX, Farm Credit Council, Mountaire Farms, National Pork Board, National Pork Producers Council, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Lamb Board, Cobb-Vantress, LLC, National Chicken Council, North Carolina Farm Bureau, Progressive Dairy, Tyson Foods, United Egg Producers, and Vivayic.
Check the Summit website for the most up-to-date information. You can also follow the hashtag #AAA26 for periodic updates about the event on social media. For general questions about the Summit, email summit@animalagalliance.
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