Seneca Foods (SENE) Proxy filing summary

Executive summary

• The annual meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2026, with shareholders voting on director elections, executive compensation, a new equity incentive plan, and auditor ratification.

• Shareholders of record as of June 12, 2026, are eligible to vote, with detailed instructions provided for both record and beneficial owners.

• The proxy statement and annual report are available online, and the company encourages prompt proxy submission to ensure quorum and efficient meeting proceedings.

Voting matters and shareholder proposals

• Election of three directors to serve until 2029.

• Advisory approval of 2026 executive compensation (say-on-pay).

• Approval of the 2026 Equity Incentive Plan, replacing the 2007 plan.

• Ratification of Deloitte & Touche LLP as independent auditor for fiscal year ending March 31, 2027.

• No shareholder proposals were received for this meeting.

Board of directors and corporate governance

• Board consists of nine members, divided into three classes; seven are independent under NASDAQ standards.

• Chairman and CEO roles are separated; independent committees oversee audit, compensation, and governance.

• Board and committees have open access to management and external advisors.

• Directors are expected to attend all meetings, and all did so in the last fiscal year.