Stakeholders Summit

May 5 – 7, 2026 | Kansas City, Mo.
The Summit is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, allied industries, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities, government agencies and media.
Register now!

Registration is now open for the 2026 Stakeholders Summit! This year’s theme, High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein, will bring together hundreds of food chain partners for a rare opportunity to explore hot button issues facing each of us in food and farming.

You’re feeling the heat. We all are. With headlines, regulations, and expectations all bearing down, the stakes for animal agriculture and the food community have never been higher. But this is a rare opportunity. Only at the 2026 Stakeholders Summit will you find the most passionate minds sparking together. It’s the one place where conversation is alight, and ideas sizzle. We know what’s on the line — and we’re fired up to face it. Time to dig in.

The 2026 Summit will take place May 5-7 at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza.

Nominate a farmer to earn a free trip

Do you know a farmer or rancher who is truly “steaking their claim” through leadership in sustainability, animal care, or advocacy? We invite you to nominate them for a sponsored trip to attend the 2026 Summit.

Complete our short form by January 30, 2026 and share in a few sentences why your nominee is making a meaningful impact in the ag community. A selected farmer will be chosen to earn a free trip, plus the opportunity to connect with fellow farmers, industry leaders, and food-chain partners during three days of collaboration and conversation focused on safeguarding the future of animal agriculture.

Become an official Summit sponsor

Show your support for the Alliance’s outreach efforts by becoming an official Summit sponsor today! As a sponsor, you’ll:

  • Connect with decision-makers and influencers across the food supply chain
  • Showcase your commitment to sustainability and innovation
  • Align your brand with progress that will shape the future of animal agriculture

Sponsors receive prominent recognition leading up to and during the Summit, and includes complimentary registration. Join us in this vital conversation. Contact Hannah Thompson-Weeman to learn more about future sponsorship opportunities.

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors!