Educational & Informative "Open Sessions"

The Open Sessions will begin on October 22nd at 9:00 AM (local time for Arizona), so be sure to arrange your travel accordingly. We will create a formal schedule based on interest from the RSVP. Sessions will run simultaneously, similar to last year's schedule, to accommodate the more popular topics and desire of members.

DUE TO LIMITED NUMBER OF TIME SLOTS, YOU WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO CHOOSE UP TO FOUR SESSIONS TO ATTEND.

2026 SMP Annual Meeting Open Sessions

• Cybersecurity by Kim Morris
  • Kim Morris serves as Select’s Technology and Cybersecurity Consultant and has been working closely with SMP to evaluate and strengthen our cybersecurity practices. Kim will provide an update on Select’s current cybersecurity landscape and share practical steps members can take to better protect themselves and their businesses from evolving cyber threats.
• Animal Welfare & Industry Update by Dr. Brandon Treichler
  • Dr. Brandon Treichler will provide an update on the current state of animal welfare in the dairy industry, highlighting emerging trends, evolving stakeholder expectations, and key areas of focus for dairy producers. The session will include an overview of recent developments and priorities within the National Dairy FARM (Farmers Assuring Responsible Management) Animal Care Program, including program expectations, continuous improvement efforts, and their impact on dairy operations.
  • Drawing on industry experience and current best practices, Dr. Treichler will discuss practical strategies producers can implement to strengthen animal care, support cow well-being, and demonstrate their commitment to responsible dairy production. The session will conclude with an open forum question-and-answer discussion, providing attendees the be opportunity to share perspectives, discuss challenges ,and engage in dialogue on animal welfare topics affecting today's dairy industry.
• Milk Check: A Deep Dive by Harmoni Crosser & Chris Allen
  • Harmoni Crosser and Chris Allen will take members through a detailed breakdown of the producer milk check, providing greater insight into its various components and how they impact the final payment. The session will also provide an opportunity for members to ask questions and gain a better understanding of their milk checks.
• CDI, LP Investor Update by Woodbine Development Group
  • Woodbine Development Group, the managing partner for the plant sale-leaseback transaction, will provide an update on CDI, LP and the investment’s performance to date. Members will hear about the current status of the investment and key developments since the transaction was completed.
• Waco Ventures Investor Update by Allen Page & Brian Woods
  • Waco Ventures is an investment opportunity in which several Select members participated in 2024. Allen Page and Brian Woods will provide an update on the investment, including its progress and performance to date.
• Vooks: An Agricultural Education Opportunity for the SMP Foundation by Joey Jenkins
  • Select has maintained a relationship with Vooks, a children’s educational platform, for the past several years. Vooks is exploring the development of an agriculture-focused educational series and has approached Select about the opportunity to participate. Joey Jenkins will introduce members to the Vooks platform and discuss the potential for developing engaging educational content that helps children better understand agriculture, where their food comes from, and the important role agriculture plays in their everyday lives.

This is the Schedule for the Sessions: