Explore agriculture’s sustainability commitments and how we’ll meet them at the 2023 Stakeholders Summit
Learn about supply chain sustainability and the role of technology in the future of agriculture
April 5, 2023 – Sustainability is increasingly rising as a top priority for consumers, investors, and professionals within the food and farming communities, and adopting emerging technologies is one way the animal agriculture community is rising to the challenge of building a sustainable future. The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2023 Stakeholders Summit, themed “Partners in Progress: Building a Sustainable Future for Animal Ag,” will feature two panels discussing supply chain sustainability and the role of technology in meeting sustainability commitments as part of a robust agenda. The event is set for May 4-5 in Arlington, Va. Save money and register today! Current registration rates are available through April 16.
During the session “Supply Chain Sustainability: Practical Lessons from the Field to the Corporate Office,” panelists will discuss how sustainability efforts must include all stakeholders, from farmers to food brands. Led by moderator Sara Crawford, PhD, Sustainable Environmental Consultants, panelists will highlight a collaborative attempt to combine science and data with real change and show the value of having the right partners on the journey. Attendees at any stage of the process can learn valuable lessons on creating and implementing a successful sustainability program, whether they are just starting to set goals or have already set their goals but aren’t sure how to drive positive change. Panelists include Jennifer Simpson, Danone North America, Angela Anderson, Starbucks, and Matt Fry, Fair Hill Farms.
Adopting emerging technologies is one way that the supply chain can meet current and new sustainability commitments. In the session “Technology in Agriculture: Building on Sustainability Progress,” moderator Sarah Little of the North American Meat Institute will lead speakers through a discussion about new developments including the dairy community’s journey to net zero by 2050, new collaborative initiatives within the feed sector, and what it means to set the standard for sustainable animal breeding. Panelists include Austin Gellings, Association of Equipment Manufacturers, Paul Davis, PhD, American Feed Industry Association, and Johan van Arendonk, PhD, Hendrix Genetics. 
“No matter where you sit in the food supply chain, we all care about the sustainability of agriculture and the long-term health of our planet,” said Emily Solis, manager, communications and content, Animal Agriculture Alliance. “While sustainability efforts are nothing new to the farm and food communities, we’re all looking for new ways to further our progress. These two panels will provide attendees with the tools they need to partner across the supply chain, use new technological resources, and continue mitigating our environmental impact.”
Summit attendees can secure a discounted hotel rate at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View by booking before April 11. All Summit events will be at this hotel. Reserve your hotel room now. Be sure to check the Summit website for the most up-to-date information. You can also follow the hashtag #AAA23 for periodic updates about the event. For general questions about Summit, please contact summit@animalagalliance.org or call (703) 562-5160.
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Refer-a-friend
Help us spread the word about Summit! If you refer a friend to attend the 2023 Summit who has never attended a previous Summit and they list your name as the person who recommended them when they register for the event, you’ll both be entered in a drawing to win a $100 gift card! Each referral will count as one entry and there is no limit on the number of entries for referrers. We will give away two $100 gift cards during the Summit – one drawing for referrers and one drawing for those who were referred. All registrations for the in-person event with a referral listed made until online registration closes on May 1 will be entered. Both the referrer and the person referred must be registered to claim the gift card.
Sponsorship
Show your support for the Alliance’s premier event by becoming an official Summit sponsor today! For 2023 sponsorship opportunities, please visit https://animalagalliance.org/initiatives/stakeholders-summit/. For more information, contact Casey Kinler at ckinler@animalagalliance.org.
Thank you to our 2023 Summit sponsors: Farm Journal, MEAT + POULTRY, Meatingplace, National Pork Producers Council, Watt Global Media, American Feed Industry Association, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, National Pork Board, Smithfield, United Soybean Board, Dairy MAX, Elanco, Farm Credit, Mountaire Farms, United Egg Producers, American Farm Bureau Federation, American Veal Association, Bayer Crop Science, Cal-Maine Foods, Cobb-Vantress, Inc., Filament Marketing, Kemin, Aviagen Group, National Chicken Council, Progressive Dairy, Protect the Harvest, Trans Ova Genetics, Tyson Foods Inc., Vivayic, Agricultural Modeling and Training Systems, Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative, Eggland’s Best, Live Oak Bank, North Carolina Farm Bureau, and Sustainable Environmental Consultants.
The Alliance also thanks the following members for their continued support of Summit and other Alliance programs: U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, Zoetis, Boehringer Ingelheim, Cargill, C.O.nxt, Dairy Farmers of America, Diamond V, Genus PLC – PIC/ABS, Hendrix Genetics, Hy-Line North America, LLC, Iowa Soybean Association, JBS, Kanas Soybean Commission, Merck Animal Health, Midwest Dairy, National Turkey Federation, Nutrien, Provimi North America, Inc., and Seaboard Foods.
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