Hydrofarm Group (HYFM) AGM 2026 summary

Opening remarks and agenda

• The meeting was called to order at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time, with the agenda accessible via the virtual platform and rules of conduct outlined for participants.

• Attendees were welcomed, and the process for questions and voting was explained.

Board and executive committee updates

• Directors and officers in attendance were introduced, including the nominee for re-election, Chris Yetter.

• Representatives from the company's auditors, outside counsel, and the Inspector of Election were present to address relevant questions.

Overview of voting outcomes

• A quorum was established with 55.47% of outstanding voting stock represented.

• Chris Yetter was elected as Class 3 director for a three-year term expiring at the 2029 annual meeting.

• Advisory vote on executive compensation passed with 1,407,311 votes in favor, 340,266 against, and 221,451 abstentions.

• Ratification of CBIZ CPAs, P.C. as auditor for fiscal year ending December 31, 2026, was approved with 2,469,321 votes in favor, 168,866 against, and 4,769 abstentions.

• Final voting results will be published in an 8-K filing within four business days.