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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
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| Address1 | 3400 Millington Road |
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| City | Beloit |
State | WI |
Zip Code | 53511 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 401109638-66904
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6. House ID# 770710001
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| TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2026 |
Q1 (1/1 - 3/31) | Q2 (4/1 - 6/30) | Q3 (7/1 - 9/30) | Q4 (10/1 - 12/31) |
9. Check if this filing amends a previously filed version of this report
| 10. Check if this is a Termination Report | Termination Date |
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11. No Lobbying Issue Activity |
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| 12. Lobbying | 13. Organizations | ||||||||
| INCOME relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period was: | EXPENSE relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period were: | ||||||||
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| Provide a good faith estimate, rounded to the nearest $10,000, of all lobbying related income for the client (including all payments to the registrant by any other entity for lobbying activities on behalf of the client). | 14. REPORTING Check box to indicate expense accounting method. See instructions for description of options. | ||||||||
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Method A.
Reporting amounts using LDA definitions only
Method B. Reporting amounts under section 6033(b)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code Method C. Reporting amounts under section 162(e) of the Internal Revenue Code |
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| Signature | Digitally Signed By: Liam Loughnane |
Date | 10/20/2026 12:10:30 PM |
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code FOO
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with Members of Congress, congressional staff, FDA, USDA, and other federal policymakers regarding food ingredient policy, including potential modernization of the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) framework, food ingredient safety, labeling and disclosure requirements, dairy labeling standards, and the need for science-based and nationally uniform food regulation. Discussed legislation and policy proposals including the Better Food Disclosure Act of 2025 (S. 3122), the Ensuring Safe and Toxic Free Foods Act of 2025 (S. 2341), the Grocery Reform and Safety Act (H.R. 4958), the FDA Review for Safe, Healthy and Affordable Foods Act draft, the Childhood Diabetes Reduction Act of 2026 (S. 5026), the CURD Act (S. 184/H.R. 1394), and the DAIRY PRIDE Act (S. 2507).
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Food & Drug Administration (FDA), Agriculture - Dept of (USDA)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Matthew |
Lathrop |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code AGR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with federal legislators and agencies on agricultural policy and the benefits of sustainable farming practices. Discussed Farm Bill priorities, including the Dairy Nutrition Incentive Program, mandatory cost surveys, Dairy Business Innovation Initiative funding, reauthorization of the Dairy Forward pricing program, school nutrition policies including permitting whole and 2% milk in school meal programs, and maintaining a strong Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Also engaged on agricultural appropriations matters, including Human Foods for Health Initiative funding and school meals report language. Advocated regarding Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) funding opportunities and engaged congressional offices and USDA regarding RCPP grant proposals and related program administration.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Agriculture - Dept of (USDA)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Matthew |
Lathrop |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code TRD
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with Members of Congress, congressional staff, the Administration, and federal agencies on U.S. trade policy issues affecting the food and agriculture sectors, including tariff policy, market access, supply chain competitiveness, and implementation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Discussed the impact of existing and proposed tariff measures on food and agricultural imports and exports, and advocated for policies that support open markets and a predictable trade environment.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Matthew |
Lathrop |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code SCI
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and federal policymakers on biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and emerging technology policy issues. Discussed federal biotechnology initiatives, including recommendations of the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology, the National Biotechnology Initiative Act of 2025 (S. 1387), and potential biotechnology provisions under consideration in the National Defense Authorization Act. Also provided briefings and demonstrations regarding advanced artificial intelligence capabilities and their potential applications in food, agriculture, research, manufacturing, and innovation; conducted follow-up engagements with congressional offices regarding these technologies; and hosted federal officials and Members of Congress to discuss biotechnology innovation, advanced manufacturing, workforce development, and U.S. competitiveness.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Matthew |
Lathrop |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code ENV
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with Members of Congress, congressional staff, and other stakeholders on environmental sustainability policies affecting the food and agriculture sector, including packaging sustainability, recycling and waste reduction policies, and agricultural conservation initiatives. Participated in advocacy efforts related to the Packaging and Cost Reduction Act (PACK Act, H.R. 6832) and discussed the role of sustainable farming practices and conservation programs in supporting environmental stewardship and supply chain resilience.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Agriculture - Dept of (USDA)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Matthew |
Lathrop |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code LBR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Engaged with Members of Congress, congressional staff, the Department of Labor, and other federal policymakers regarding workforce development, skilled labor availability, employee scheduling requirements, and workforce needs within the food, manufacturing, and biotechnology sectors. Discussed opportunities to strengthen the pipeline of skilled workers, support advanced manufacturing and biotechnology workforce development, and address labor and employment policy issues affecting business operations.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
Labor - Dept of (DOL), U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
| First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Kerry Inc's parent company is headquartered in Ireland, maintaining a general interest in the policy matters described above due to its relationship with its U.S. subsidiary. (Kerry Group plc and Kerry Group Services Limited)
Information Update Page - Complete ONLY where registration information has changed.
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LOBBYIST UPDATE
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ISSUE UPDATE
24. General lobbying issue that no longer pertains
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
25. Add the following affiliated organization(s)
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26. Name of each previously reported organization that is no longer affiliated with the registrant or client
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FOREIGN ENTITIES
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28. Name of each previously reported foreign entity that no longer owns, or controls, or is affiliated with the registrant, client or affiliated organization
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CONVICTIONS DISCLOSURE
29. Have any of the lobbyists listed on this report been convicted in a Federal or State Court of an offense involving bribery,
extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering?
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