May 5-7, 2026 | Kansas City, Mo.

About the Animal Agriculture Alliance

The Alliance is an industry-united, nonprofit organization that safeguards the future of animal agriculture by bridging the communication gap between farm and food communities.

About the 2026 Stakeholders Summit

The annual Stakeholders Summit brings top thought leaders in the animal agriculture and food community together to discuss hot-button issues and out-of-the-box ideas. The Summit is a one-of-a-kind conference attended by a diverse group of decision makers, including representatives from farms, ranches, food processors, restaurants, grocery stores, legislatures, universities and government agencies. For more information about past Summit experiences, including attendee demographics and session feedback, visit our 2025 Summit Impact Report.

2026 Theme: “High Steaks: Navigating Pressure on Animal Protein”

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.

Potential Topics

We are seeking presentations that will provide unique and thought-provoking ideas and focus on actionable tools attendees can immediately use and implement in their businesses or organizations to advance the future of animal agriculture. Potential topics include:

  • Interactive workshops on relevant topics (crisis management, media relations, farm security, etc.)
  • Activist tactics and strategies for response (legislative updates, case studies, “lessons learned,” etc.)
  • Perspectives on key issues in animal agriculture from throughout the food chain
  • New research and innovations in animal welfare and/or sustainability
  • Preparing for changing consumer attitudes and preferences
  • Building relationships and taking opportunities to engage the media, influencers, or consumers

Selection Process

Complete and submit the speaker proposal form by November 14, 2025. If you have questions or trouble with the form, contact Abby Kornegay at akornegay@animalagalliance.org.

Our goal is to provide presentations that meet the diverse interests of attendees and fit the Summit theme. We aim to provide specific, action focused sessions that provide attendees with knowledge they can put into action on their farm or in their business. Presentations may not be used to sell products or services.

Proposals will be reviewed by the Animal Agriculture Alliance and notifications will be emailed after the selection process is complete. If selected, your presentation will be promoted on the 2026 Stakeholders Summit page, social media and in Alliance press releases. You will gain valuable professional exposure and networking opportunities as a speaker at this event. As the Alliance is a nonprofit organization, preference will be given to presenters willing to share their expertise without the expectation of payment. The Alliance will provide complimentary Summit registration to selected speakers and can cover travel for in-person presenters if needed.

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