Gladstone Land shareholders approve 2026 meeting items
Gladstone Land Corporation reported results from its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Gladstone Land Corporation reported results from its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. Stockholders elected two directors to serve until the 2029 Annual Meeting. David Gladstone received 14,533,998 votes for and 794,093 withheld, while John H. Outland received 8,056,134 votes for and 7,271,957 withheld. Each director’s proposal also recorded 14,059,519 broker non-votes. Stockholders further ratified the Audit Committee’s selection of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, with 28,611,523 votes for, 621,955 against, and 154,132 abstentions.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 5.07, 9.01
2 items
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.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, or exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Votes for David Gladstone: 14,533,998 votes
Votes withheld for David Gladstone: 794,093 votes
Votes for John H. Outland: 8,056,134 votes
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Votes for David Gladstone
14,533,998 votes
Election of director until 2029 Annual Meeting
Votes withheld for David Gladstone
794,093 votes
Election of director until 2029 Annual Meeting
Votes for John H. Outland
8,056,134 votes
Election of director until 2029 Annual Meeting
Votes withheld for John H. Outland
7,271,957 votes
Election of director until 2029 Annual Meeting
Broker non-votes on director proposals
14,059,519 votes
Applied to each director election proposal
Votes for auditor ratification
28,611,523 votes
Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for FY ending Dec. 31, 2026
Votes against auditor ratification
621,955 votes
Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Abstentions on auditor ratification
154,132 votes
Ratification of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Key Terms
broker non-votes, independent registered public accounting firm, Audit Committee, Annual Meeting of Stockholders
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broker non-votes financial
"Broker Non-Votes David Gladstone ... 14,059,519"
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.
independent registered public accounting firm financial
"PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, as the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm for its fiscal year ending December 31, 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.
Audit Committee financial
"To ratify the selection by the Audit Committee of the Company’s board of directors of PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP"
A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.
Annual Meeting of Stockholders financial
"held its 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders (the “Annual Meeting”)."
FAQ
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What did Gladstone Land (LAND) stockholders vote on at the 2026 annual meeting?
Stockholders voted on electing two directors and ratifying the independent auditor. They approved director nominees David Gladstone and John H. Outland, and ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as the company’s independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
Were Gladstone Land (LAND) director nominees elected at the 2026 annual meeting?
Yes, both director nominees were elected. David Gladstone received 14,533,998 votes for and 794,093 withheld, and John H. Outland received 8,056,134 votes for and 7,271,957 withheld. Each director proposal also had 14,059,519 broker non-votes recorded.
How did Gladstone Land (LAND) stockholders vote on the auditor ratification?
Stockholders ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent registered public accounting firm. The vote totals were 28,611,523 for, 621,955 against, and 154,132 abstaining, confirming continued engagement of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2026.
Who is Gladstone Land’s (LAND) independent registered public accounting firm for 2026?
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP serves as independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal year 2026. Stockholders ratified the Audit Committee’s selection with 28,611,523 votes for, 621,955 against, and 154,132 abstentions at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
What are broker non-votes in the Gladstone Land (LAND) 2026 director elections?
Broker non-votes occur when brokers lack authority to vote on non-routine matters without instructions. Each director proposal in the 2026 election recorded 14,059,519 broker non-votes, which counted for quorum purposes but not as votes for or against the nominees.
Where was Gladstone Land (LAND) headquartered at the time of the 8-K?
The company’s principal executive offices were located at 1521 Westbranch Drive, Suite 100, McLean, Virginia 22102. This address identifies the corporate headquarters for administrative, governance, and contact purposes, including meeting logistics and official stockholder communications.
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