Federated Hermes (MGPI) discloses 1.19M shares, 5.59% ownership (amendment)

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Federated Hermes, Inc. amends its Schedule 13G to report shared beneficial ownership of 1,193,760 shares of MGP Ingredients Inc common stock, representing 5.59% of the class as shown on the cover pages.

The filing lists Federated Hermes, the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust, and three individuals as reporting persons and includes a joint-filing statement and a Rule 13d-4 disclaimer that they do not admit beneficial ownership of securities held by managed funds. Signatures are dated 04/07/2026 and the cover shows 03/31/2026.

Insights

Institutional Ownership Analyst

Federated Hermes reports a 5.59% shared stake (1,193,760 shares) in MGP Ingredients.

The Schedule 13G/A amendment records shared voting and dispositive power over 1,193,760 shares, consistent with passive or managed-fund holdings disclosed under Rule 13d-4. The filing includes a joint-filing agreement and powers of attorney.

Disclosures include a Rule 13d-4 disclaimer that the reporting persons "expressly disclaim beneficial ownership" of securities held by managed funds; timing and trading intent are not stated in the excerpt.

Corporate Governance Specialist

This is an ownership disclosure amendment with standard joint-filing and disclaimer language.

The filing clarifies allocation of voting and dispositive power as "shared" for the listed individuals and the trust, documenting an aggregated 5.59% position. The exhibit list references classification, joint-filing agreement, and power of attorney attachments.

Absent are statements about strategic intentions, changes in ownership level versus prior filings, or plans to acquire or dispose; subsequent filings would be needed for transactional context.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 1,193,760 shares Percent of class: 5.59% Filing type: Schedule 13G/A +1 more

4 metrics

Shares beneficially owned 1,193,760 shares reported on cover pages as of 03/31/2026

Percent of class 5.59% percent of common stock reported on cover pages

Filing type Schedule 13G/A Amendment No. 2 to beneficial ownership disclosure

Signature dates 04/07/2026 dates on signature block for reporting persons

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, Rule 13d-4, Beneficial ownership, Joint-filing agreement

4 terms

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment No. 2 ) MGP INGREDIENTS INC COMMON STOCK"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

Rule 13d-4 regulatory

"In accordance with Rule 13d-4 under the Exchange Act"

Beneficial ownership financial

"Amount beneficially owned: See response to Item 9 on each cover page"

Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.

Joint-filing agreement regulatory

"Exhibit 2 AGREEMENT FOR JOINT FILING"

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FAQ

What stake did Federated Hermes report in MGP Ingredients (MGPI)?

Federated Hermes and related reporting persons disclosed shared beneficial ownership of 1,193,760 shares, equal to 5.59% of common stock as shown on the cover pages. The filing is an amended Schedule 13G/A and includes joint-filing documentation.

Does the Schedule 13G/A say Federated Hermes beneficially owns the MGPI shares?

No. The filing includes a Rule 13d-4 disclaimer in which Federated Hermes, the Trust, and individuals expressly disclaim beneficial ownership of securities held by the managed funds. The disclosure allocates voting and dispositive power as shared.

Who are the reporting persons named on the MGPI 13G/A amendment?

The report lists Federated Hermes, Inc., the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust, and individuals Thomas R. Donahue, Ann C. Donahue, and J. Christopher Donahue as joint reporting persons with shared voting/dispositive power.

What documents accompany the MGPI Schedule 13G/A amendment?

The filing references Exhibit 1 (Item 3 classification of reporting persons), Exhibit 2 (agreement for joint filing), and Exhibit 3 (power of attorney). Signatures are dated 04/07/2026 and the cover shows 03/31/2026.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 2)

MGP INGREDIENTS INC

(Name of Issuer)

COMMON STOCK

(Title of Class of Securities)

55303J106

(CUSIP Number)

03/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55303J106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Federated Hermes, Inc.

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

PENNSYLVANIA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 1,193,760.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 1,193,760.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

1,193,760.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.59 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

HC

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55303J106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

PENNSYLVANIA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 1,193,760.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 1,193,760.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

1,193,760.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.59 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

OO

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: In accordance with Rule 13d-4 under the Exchange Act, Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue declare that this report should not be construed as an admission that any of them is the beneficial owner of the securities held by any of the Managed Funds, and each of Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue expressly disclaim beneficial ownership of such securities.

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55303J106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Thomas R. Donahue

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 1,193,760.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 1,193,760.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

1,193,760.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.59 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: In accordance with Rule 13d-4 under the Exchange Act, Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue declare that this report should not be construed as an admission that any of them is the beneficial owner of the securities held by any of the Managed Funds, and each of Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue expressly disclaim beneficial ownership of such securities.

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55303J106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Ann C. Donahue

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 1,193,760.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 1,193,760.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

1,193,760.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.59 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: In accordance with Rule 13d-4 under the Exchange Act, Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue declare that this report should not be construed as an admission that any of them is the beneficial owner of the securities held by any of the Managed Funds, and each of Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue expressly disclaim beneficial ownership of such securities.

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 55303J106

1

Names of Reporting Persons

J. Christopher Donahue

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

UNITED STATES

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 1,193,760.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 1,193,760.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

1,193,760.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

5.59 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: In accordance with Rule 13d-4 under the Exchange Act, Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue declare that this report should not be construed as an admission that any of them is the beneficial owner of the securities held by any of the Managed Funds, and each of Federated Hermes, Inc.; the Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust; Thomas R. Donahue; Ann C. Donahue; and J. Christopher Donahue expressly disclaim beneficial ownership of such securities.

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: MGP INGREDIENTS INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 1300 Main Street, Atchison, KS 66002
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Federated Hermes, Inc.
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 1001 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3779
(c)	Citizenship: Pennsylvania
(d)	Title of class of securities: COMMON STOCK
(e)	CUSIP No.:
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: See response to Item 9 on each cover page.
(b)	Percent of class: See response to Item 11 on each cover page.
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: See response to Item 5 on each cover page.
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: See response to Item 6 on each cover page.
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See response to Item 7 on each cover page.
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See response to Item 8 on each cover page.
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	If a parent holding company has filed this schedule, pursuant to Rule 13d-1(b)(ii)(G), so indicate under Item 3(g) and attach an exhibit stating the identity and the Item 3 classification of the relevant subsidiary. If a parent holding company has filed this schedule pursuant to Rule 13d-1(c) or Rule 13d-1(d), attach an exhibit stating the identification of the relevant subsidiary. See Exhibit "1" Attached
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

Federated Hermes, Inc.

Signature:	/s/J. Christopher Donahue
Name/Title:	J. Christopher Donahue, as President of Federated Hermes, Inc.
Date:	04/07/2026

Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust

Signature:	/s/Thomas R. Donahue
Name/Title:	Thomas R. Donahue, as Trustee of Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust
Date:	04/07/2026

Signature:	/s/Ann C. Donahue
Name/Title:	Ann C. Donahue, as Trustee of Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust
Date:	04/07/2026

Signature:	/s/J. Christopher Donahue
Name/Title:	J. Christopher Donahue, as Trustee of Voting Shares Irrevocable Trust
Date:	04/07/2026

Thomas R. Donahue

Signature:	/s/Thomas R. Donahue
Name/Title:	Thomas R. Donahue
Date:	04/07/2026

Ann C. Donahue

Signature:	/s/Ann C. Donahue
Name/Title:	Ann C. Donahue
Date:	04/07/2026

J. Christopher Donahue

Signature:	/s/J. Christopher Donahue
Name/Title:	J. Christopher Donahue
Date:	04/07/2026

Comments accompanying signature: SEE EXHIBITS 2 AND 3 ATTACHED Exhibit Information EXHIBIT 1 ITEM 3 CLASSIFICATION OF REPORTING PERSONS EXHIBIT 2 AGREEMENT FOR JOINT FILING OF SCHEDULE 13G EXHIBIT 3 POWER OF ATTORNEY