Mission Produce (NASDAQ: AVO) 2026 meeting backs directors, pay and auditor
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Mission Produce, Inc. reported the results of its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders held virtually on April 9, 2026. A quorum was present, with 55,659,349 shares represented, or approximately 78.56% of the 70,845,891 shares outstanding and entitled to vote as of February 10, 2026.
Stockholders elected director nominees Stephen J. Barnard, Laura Flanagan, and Linda B. Segre, each receiving over 42.5 million votes in favor. Stockholders also approved, on an advisory basis, the compensation of named executive officers, with 42,038,121 shares voted for and 5,311,570 against.
In addition, stockholders ratified the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026, with 55,647,654 shares voted for, 7,082 against, and 4,613 abstaining.
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8-K Event Classification
Item 5.07 — Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
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Item 5.07
Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
Governance
Results of a shareholder vote on proposals at an annual or special meeting.
Key Figures
Shares represented: 55,659,349 shares
Voting power represented: 78.56%
Shares outstanding: 70,845,891 shares
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Shares represented
55,659,349 shares
Shares present at 2026 Annual Meeting
Voting power represented
78.56%
Portion of 70,845,891 shares outstanding and entitled to vote as of February 10, 2026
Shares outstanding
70,845,891 shares
Common stock outstanding and entitled to vote as of February 10, 2026
Executive pay advisory vote – For
42,038,121 shares
Shares voted for compensation of named executive officers
Executive pay advisory vote – Against
5,311,570 shares
Shares voted against compensation of named executive officers
Auditor ratification – For
55,647,654 shares
Shares voted for Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor for fiscal 2026
Auditor ratification – Against
7,082 shares
Shares voted against Deloitte & Touche LLP as auditor for fiscal 2026
Key Terms
Broker Non-Votes, advisory vote, independent registered public accounting firm, record date
4 terms
Broker Non-Votes financial
"Broker Non-Votes 42,038,121 | | 5,311,570 | | 7,554 | | 8,302,104"
Broker non-votes occur when a brokerage firm is unable to vote on a shareholder’s behalf during a company election or decision because the shareholder has not given specific voting instructions, and the broker is not allowed or chooses not to vote on certain matters. They are important because they can affect the outcome of votes, especially when the results are close, by effectively reducing the total number of votes cast.
advisory vote financial
"Proposal 2 — Advisory vote to approve the compensation of our named executive officers"
An advisory vote is a shareholder poll that expresses investors’ approval or concern about a company’s policy, executive pay, board decisions or other governance matters but does not legally force the company to act. Think of it like a customer survey: it signals investor sentiment and can pressure management to change course, so investors watch the result as a guide to future governance, risk and potential shifts in strategy.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"Ratification of the selection of Deloitte & Touche LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026"
An independent registered public accounting firm is an outside accounting company officially registered with the government regulator to examine and report on a public company's financial records and controls. Investors treat its reports like an impartial inspector’s certificate — they add credibility to financial statements, help spot errors or misleading claims, and reduce the risk that shareholders are relying on unchecked or biased numbers.
record date financial
"entitled to vote as of the February 10, 2026 record date for the Annual Meeting"
The record date is the specific day when a company determines which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or participate in an upcoming vote. It’s like a cutoff date; if you own the stock on that day, you get the benefits or voting rights. This date matters because it decides who qualifies for certain company benefits.
FAQ
What was the voting turnout at Mission Produce (AVO)’s 2026 annual meeting?
Turnout was strong, with 55,659,349 shares represented at the 2026 annual meeting. This equaled approximately 78.56% of the 70,845,891 Mission Produce shares outstanding and entitled to vote as of the February 10, 2026 record date.
Were Mission Produce (AVO)’s director nominees elected at the 2026 annual meeting?
Yes, all three director nominees were elected at the 2026 annual meeting. Stephen J. Barnard, Laura Flanagan, and Linda B. Segre each received over 42.5 million shares voted for, with several million votes withheld and 8,302,104 broker non-votes recorded.
How did Mission Produce (AVO) stockholders vote on executive compensation in 2026?
Stockholders approved Mission Produce’s executive compensation on an advisory basis in 2026. There were 42,038,121 shares voted for, 5,311,570 against, 7,554 abstentions, and 8,302,104 broker non-votes, indicating overall support for the named executive officers’ pay program.
Did Mission Produce (AVO) stockholders ratify Deloitte & Touche as auditor for 2026?
Yes, stockholders ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as Mission Produce’s independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2026. Voting results were 55,647,654 shares for, 7,082 against, and 4,613 abstentions, showing very high support for the auditor selection.