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Investor Day May 23, 2023

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These slides contain (and the accompanying oral discussion will contain) “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from the results expressed or implied by such statements, including general economic and business conditions, conditions affecting the industries served by the Company and its subsidiaries including the continuing and developing effects of the pandemic including the effects of the outbreak on the general economy and the specific economic responses to the Company’s products and services, the overall market acceptance of such products and services, the integration of acquisitions and other factors disclosed in the Company’s periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, as well as future economic and market circumstances, industry conditions, company performance and financial results, operating efficiencies, availability and price of raw materials, availability and market acceptance of new products, product pricing, domestic and international competitive environments, geopolitical risks and actions and policy changes of domestic and foreign governments. Consequently, such forward-looking statements should be regarded as the Company’s current plans, estimates and beliefs. The Company does not undertake and specifically declines any obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions to these forward-looking statements that may be made to reflect any future events or circumstances after the date of such statements or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events. Disclosure Regarding Forward-Looking Statements 2

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Agenda 3 9:10 AM Built for Sustainable Outperformance Steve Kaniewski | President & Chief Executive Officer Driving Growth and Transformation in Agriculture Josh Dixon | President, Global Irrigation Transforming the Agriculture Industry with Technology Daniel Koppel | President, Agriculture Technology 10:05 AM Q&A and Break 10:45 AM Driving Growth and Transformation in Infrastructure Aaron Schapper | Group President, Infrastructure Accelerating Growth and Transformation through Operational Excellence Diane Larkin | EVP, Global Operations Accelerating Run Grow Transform with a Disciplined Financial Framework Avner Applbaum | EVP & Chief Financial Officer Closing Remarks Steve Kaniewski | President & Chief Executive Officer 12:00 PM Q&A

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Built for Sustainable Outperformance Steve Kaniewski President and CEO

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Key Messages 5 Enduring business built on a solid foundation that compounds through outperformance, 01 innovation and operational excellence that’s uniquely positioned to serve our expanding markets Introducing “Run Grow Transform” framework to guide Valmont into higher-quality 02 growth sectors where our value proposition aligns to our customers’ needs Leveraging technology and digitization throughout our organization to deliver innovative 03 product solutions, drive digital transformation and grow earnings through the cycle Continuing to embed ESG across our organization as we deliver products, services and 04 solutions that conserve resources and improve life Delivering reliable growth while significantly expanding operating margins and ROIC to 05 drive consistently strong value creation for shareholders

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Manufacturing Facilities $2,928 $1,347 Infrastructure Agriculture Valmont Snapshot (NYSE: VMI) Delivering Innovative Solutions for Global Infrastructure and Agriculture Markets 1 As of 05/19/23. 2 See 2022 Annual Report. 3 Includes intersegment sales. 4 Includes amounts attributable to the Infrastructure and Agriculture segments. 5 Please see Company’s Reg G table at end of presentation. Omaha, NE Headquarters $4.3B 2022 Net Sales $6.0B Market Cap1 100+ Countries of Operation2 84 Manufacturing Facilities2 11,000+ Global Employees2 2022 Sales3,4 ($M) 2022 Operating Income4 ($M) $354 $354 $179 $196 GAAP Adjusted Infrastructure Agriculture 6 U.S. & CANADA 69% LATIN AMERICA 9% EMEA 11% APAC 11% 5 2022 Net Sales by Geography Technology Innovation Centers

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Building on a Strong Foundation to Accelerate Growth Across Our Business 7 Where We Were: 2018 Where We Are: 2023 • Four segments • Transitioning organizational structure • ~10,000 employees; limited technology (Machine learning and AI) expertise • Early stages of elevating commitments to ESG • Initial building of elements for centralized operations and support structures • Two segments • Centralized and resilient organizational structure • ~11,000 employees with intentional shift in skill sets: more tech savvy having hired over 200 new tech professionals with deep experience in machine learning, computer vision, agronomy and data science • Initiated fellowship program to further upskilling • Delivering innovation and technology to solve customers’ challenges while continuing R&D investments • Driving operational excellence with ESG focus • Targeted investments in solutions that drive growth, efficiency and contribute to our customers’ and Valmont’s sustainability goals • Utilize our market leading position to bring innovative solutions to our customers’ challenges • Capturing opportunities in our rapidly growing markets • Increasing recurring revenue and driving more resilient demand • Delivering disruptive technologies that enable us to transform the industries we serve • Continue to optimize shared service structure for maximum SG&A leverage Where We Are Going: Next 3-5 Years

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Our Differentiated Business Model Enables Our Strategy and Drives Strong, Sustainable Shareholder Value 1 Total Shareholder Return vs. S&P MidCap 400 Index of 38% and S&P 400 Industrial Machinery of 44%; Source: FactSet as of 12/31/2022 8 ~111% Total Shareholder Return Over Past 5 Years1 Value Creation Committed to Focus Areas Establishes our priorities and ensures our activities align with shareholder expectations United by Core Values Who we are, how we approach our mission, and how we engage with others Enabling Value Creation Creating value for all stakeholders

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Breadth of product offerings Differentiated niche industries with high barriers to entry Unparalleled response time and customer service Minimize business cyclicality through innovative solutions that address customer challenges and provide better economics Unmatched channel in capital goods markets Manufacturing expertise and operational excellence Flexible and broad global footprint Cross-sharing of commercial, operational and development resources Uniquely Positioned to Win in Infrastructure and Agriculture Scale and Customer Relationships Enables Valmont to be the Trusted Partner of Choice 9

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10 Serving Markets with Multi-Year Demand Drivers Proactively Capturing Attractive Industry Trends to Drive Above Market Growth Our products and solutions, enhanced with innovative technology, are addressing global megatrends and driving above market growth Infrastructure • Energy transition: demand and necessity for renewables, grid hardening and resiliency, and load growth • Long-term need for critical infrastructure investment globally supported by current and future stimulus • Rapid acceleration of telecom deployment and macro buildouts in suburban and rural communities • Uniquely positioned to acquire and aggregate data to enable cities and grids to become smarter Agriculture • Food security for a growing population, improved global diets and bio-friendly fuels • Increasing adoption rates of advanced agronomy • Digital farming management to reduce input costs, increase land productivity and minimize farm labor costs • Replacement and OEM parts opportunities driven by large installed base • Customer sustainability initiatives and constraints on freshwater

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Evolving into a higher quality and more dynamic organization that is less cyclical and enhances customer value Introducing “Run Grow Transform” 11 GROW TRANSFORM RUN Built for sustainable outperformance and growth • Proven ability to deliver results and drive growth despite market volatility and economic cycles • Operational excellence through lean daily management and supply chain optimization • Focusing on natural adjacencies in our end markets • Driving geographic expansion • Increasing investment in new product development • Creating growth opportunities through channel management Focus on driving growth faster than markets we serve and building transformative skills Driving higher portion of transformative, high-value revenue • Creating disruptive digital innovation through continued R&D • Increasing digital revenue with an emphasis on ARR, creating more stable revenue with higher margins, better cash flow and higher ROIC • Leveraging our unique position within capital goods markets to bring technology into new areas

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Strategic Focus Agriculture Outpacing Our Rapidly Growing Markets and Transforming Our Markets with Technology-Enhanced Offerings Impactful, Smart Solutions for Customers Drive More Resilient and Recurring Revenue for Valmont 12 Energy Transition Super Cycle Technology-driven Solutions Critical Support Services Cellular Network Densification International Opportunities Digital Farming Management Systems and Ag Tech Growth Aftermarket Sales Agronomy Services Consolidation International Expansion Infrastructure to drive increased differentiation by serving customers with unique, innovative solutions with clear value propositions

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Delivering on Our Technology Future as We Transform into an Industrial Tech Company Modernizing Our Internal Operations to Drive Enhanced Value for Our Customers and Continued Outperformance 13 Enhancing our core services and product offerings with technology Technology Sales Leveraging data for evaluation of results and both predictive and prescriptive insights Data Science Embedding technology to enhance interactions with our stakeholders and gain insights into our end markets Process, People and Culture Modifying our behaviors and strategies to adapt to a digital world New Ways of Working

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Strong Sustainability Ratings2 Rating of 1 across E, S and G CEO-Led ESG Leadership We Are Operating and Growing Sustainably and Solving Problems for Our Customers 14 Engaging and Celebrating Those That Make it Possible Responded favorably on the latest Employee Engagement Survey Targeted percentage increase of people of color in organization by 2025 Employee resource groups foster diverse and unique perspectives and a voice to leadership Global locations use Valmont Safety Index as leading indicator 7 50% 85% All Operating Sustainably Amount of carbon emissions reduced since 2018 We beat our annual carbon intensity target by 33% since 2018 Reduced electricity consumption since 2018 Cost avoidance in electricity consumption since 2018 22,000 MT+ 33% 29.3K kWh/$M $16M+ Supporting Global Sustainability Valmont utility structures sold in NA used to harden the grid Water saved globally through Valley® center pivots Our solar solutions support = keeping over 1.1M cars off the road for a year CO2 reduced annually by remote devices, equal to over 23M pounds of coal burned 96% 4T gal 7GWh 21K MT of CO2 We have driven ~60% net sales growth1 since 2018, while… 1Growth in net sales for the year ended 12/31/22 as compared to net sales for the year ended 12/30/17 2As of 5/18/23

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Mogens Bay Chairman Valmont Industries Catherine Paglia Lead Director Enterprise Asset Management Audit Committee Human Resources Committee Kaj Den Daas Retired CEO, Quality Light Source Retired EVP, Philips Lighting B.V. of the Netherlands Chair, Audit Committee ESG Committee; Governance & Nominating Committee Ritu Favre EVP & GM, Business Units, National Instruments Chair, ESG Committee Governance & Nominating Committee Dr. Theodor Freye Retired CEO of CLAAS KgaA ESG Committee Governance & Nominating Committee Experienced Board of Directors 15 Steve Kaniewski President & CEO Valmont Industries Richard Lanoha President & CEO Kiewit Corporation Human Resources Committee James Milliken Chancellor, University of Texas System Audit Committee ESG Committee Chair, Governance & Nominating Committee Daniel Neary Former Chairman & Retired CEO Mutual of Omaha Audit Committee; ESG Committee Chair, Human Resources Committee Joan Robinson-Berry Retired SVP & Chief Engineer The Boeing Company Human Resources Committee Skills Matrix Board Attributes ~65 Years Average Age 30% Gender Diversity 90% Independent New to VMI Board within last 5 years Board Leadership Experience 100% Operations Experience Corporate Governance & Oversight International Experience Financial Experience Engineering Expertise Industrial / Manufacturing Experience IT Expertise 100% 70% 40% 30% 40% 70% Technology / R&D Experience 80% 100%

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Aaron Schapper Group President, Infrastructure 2011 Renee Campbell SVP, Investor Relations & Treasurer 2017 Gene Padgett SVP, Finance & Chief Accounting Officer 2022 Ellen Dasher VP, Global Taxation 1996 Andrew Massey VP, Chief Legal & Corporate Secretary 2006 Credible Management Team with Deep Industry Expertise 16 Steve Kaniewski President & CEO 2010 Avner Applbaum EVP & CFO 2020 Tim Donahue EVP, Corporate and Business Development 2018 Diane Larkin EVP, Global Operations 2020 Mitchell Parnell EVP, Chief Human Resources Officer 2015 Rick Cornish President, Global Coatings 1996 Joe Catapano President, Global Telecom 2008 Greg Turi President, Global Solar 2010 Josh Dixon President, Global Irrigation 2015 Daniel Koppel President, Ag Tech 2021 Chris Colwell President, TD&S and L&T 2011 Aaron King President, International Infrastructure 2010 New to VMI within last 5 years New to role within last 2 years Executive Officers Business Leadership

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Continuing to Drive Sustainable Outperformance 5-Year Financial Targets Execution of Our Strategy is Enabling Us to Accelerate Growth and Transform Our Business 1 Estimated compound annualized growth rates from base year 2022; organic sales growth only 17 12 - 15% EPS Growth1 5 - 8% Net Sales Growth1 >14% Operating Margin 1.0x Net Earnings FCF Conversion >18% ROIC Key Assumptions • Greater near to medium term focus on R&D and digital innovation • FCF conversion target is long-term over the cycle • Financial targets based on performance through the cycle • Excludes future divestitures

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Key Takeaways 18 Introducing “Run Grow Transform” framework to guide Valmont into higher-quality growth sectors where our value proposition aligns to our customers’ needs 02 Leveraging technology and digitization throughout our organization to deliver innovative product solutions, drive digital transformation and grow earnings through the cycle 03 Delivering reliable growth while significantly expanding operating margins and ROIC to drive consistently strong value creation for shareholders 05 Enduring business built on a solid foundation that compounds through outperformance, innovation and operational excellence that’s uniquely positioned to serve our expanding markets 01 Continuing to embed ESG across our organization as we deliver products, services and solutions that conserve resources and improve life 04

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Driving Growth and Transformation in Agriculture Josh Dixon President, Global Irrigation

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Key Messages | Driving Growth and Transformation in Agriculture RUN Executing to meet rapidly growing global market needs driven by a growing population, food security needs, and resource conservation GROW Accelerating international growth in attractive markets, expanding our geographic presence Growing with our dealer network and driving aftermarket parts revenue TRANSFORM Integrating new technology to provide customers and dealers with data-driven insights for yield-enhancing decision-making while driving increased recurring revenue for our bottom line 20

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Leveraging Unique Position in Global Agriculture Market to Deliver Irrigation and Technology Solutions 57% 43% North America International 2022 Sales Mix1 Product Lines 2022 Sales %1 Expected 5-yr CAGR3 Equipment and Parts 91% 6-8% Technology Products and Services 9% 15-17% Agriculture Overview | Enabling Growers to Do More with Less 1 Includes intersegment sales. 2 Please see Company’s Reg G table at end of presentation 3 Five-year period from year end 2022 through year end 2027 2022 Operating Income ($M) and Operating Margin $1.3B 2022 Sales1 +31% Y/Y $137 $179 $147 $196 2021 2022 GAAP Adjusted 13.5% 14.4% 13.4% 14.7% 21 2

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Continuing to Execute on Our Transformation Journey Where We Were: 2013 • Equipment sales focus with significant majority from pivot systems • Mostly North America business • Small OEM aftermarket presence • Global growth driving to higher growth markets • Aftermarket revenue growing at a faster pace than equipment business • Bundling products and solutions drive recurring revenue • Industry-leading dealer network and a robust network of strategic agri-business customers Rebranding Valley® Irrigation to Valley Agriculture: aligns with breadth of expanded efforts in on-farm infrastructure, services and technology solutions for farmers Solutions focus diversifies product mix: Non-equipment sales expected to be >50% of Agriculture sales by 2027E as parts, solar and technology grow Continuing to expand internationally: expanding footprint with a focus on attractive equatorial markets with multiple growing seasons Expanding project business: seasoned team with a vast funnel of large-scale opportunities, coupled with experienced local engineers allow us to deliver turnkey solutions Where We Are Going: 2027E Where We Are: 2022 – 2023 22

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Trusted Partner of Choice for Land Productivity Solutions Fully localized production in all geographies (APAC, EMEA, CALA) Well-Positioned to Win in Irrigation and Agronomy as We Provide Farmers with Life-Changing Solutions Differentiated Assets Proprietary Capabilities 770 global dealer locations and dealer performance program that holds our network accountable to the highest standards Localized aftermarket parts and service depots in all geographies Largest IP portfolio in the mechanized irrigation industry Largest global installed base of running machines Largest number of connected devices in the irrigation industry generating ARR Turnkey design and project management capabilities Valley® Science & Engineering allows us to be a local trusted partner to growers (agronomy services) 23

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Well-Positioned to Capture Large and Growing Market Opportunities Expect Valley® Agriculture to Continue to Grow Faster than the Markets We Serve Large and Growing Market Our future SAM is growing at an ~8% CAGR 2022 Opportunity 2027E Opportunity ~$8.8B Market Drivers Necessary productivity enhancements to reduce input costs and maximize land usage Growing populations and rise of middle-class dietary demands Food Security = National Security Elevated global commodity prices and healthy net farm income levels Significant replacement, service, and upgrade opportunity driven by large installed base Digital farming management to reduce labor costs and provide real-time actionable insights to growers using technology Customer sustainability initiatives driven by constraints on natural resources 24 ~$12.6B

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Center Pivot Increases in Yields Over Dryland Farming 1 2022 Average Closing Prices. 2 USDA 2022 Yield Averages. 3 Based on a typical 160-acre Field 4 Variable Rate Irrigation 44% Corn 29% Soybeans 55% Wheat Significantly Increasing Crop Yields by Precisely Applying Water When and Where it is Needed! Average crops yield >200% more food when irrigated than when relying solely on rainfall1,2,3 Growers can irrigate with any water source available Uniformly apply the correct amount of water at the right time Precision can be further increased with Valley Scheduling™ and VRI4 20% Potatoes % Yield Increase1,2,3 25

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Growing Faster than the Market While Deepening Customer Engagement and Developing Higher-Quality Revenue Streams International Expansion Aftermarket Parts Solutions Selling 26

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International Sales Expected to Surpass 50% of Agriculture Sales 67% 33% 45% 55% North America International 57% 43% Agriculture Sales1 by Region Growing and Transforming Our Portfolio Through International Expansion 2013 2022 2027E Diversifying international mix to drive stable revenue growth • Strong international pipeline, including large-scale projects in Middle East & Sub-Saharan Africa • Secured $85M order for Irrigation products and technology solutions in Africa in January 2023 Leveraging global footprint to drive localization of capabilities • Creating Centers of Excellence (COEs) • Example: 3x dealers in Brazil since 2013 Growing with our dealer network and driving aftermarket parts revenue • Targeting 1,000 points of sale globally by 2027E • Digitalization of our parts business to leverage our dealers’ investment in regional inventory 1 Includes intersegment sales 27

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Growing and Transforming Our Portfolio with Aftermarket Parts ~$240M ~$540M 2022 Sales 2027E Sales Target Significant Opportunity as the Trusted Partner of Choice Machine agnostic offerings serve not only our 228K+ Valley® center pivots, but the entire global center pivot irrigation market International Growth 13 distribution centers globally in key regions to support the installed base Transformation Initiatives Digitization Improving the way dealers place and track orders with a new and modern electronic catalogue, while also being a marketplace among our dealer network Reoccurring, High-Value Revenue Stream Average grower spends ~$2K per year (after 10,000 hours) 1 on pivot repairs Growth Drivers 28 1 VMI Estimates

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Case Study | Leading Global Provider of Ag Solar Solutions Background 12,500-hectare (30,900 acre) farm in Mato Grosso, Brazil Looking to reduce energy costs to irrigate soy, corn and beans Complex engineering requirements Strong geography for solar solutions – legislation on retail net metering Valmont Solution Solar Installation Under leadership of Ag Solar team, with world-class dealer network support, farm is disconnected from grid, relying solely on clean, renewable solar Ag Solar is a more dependable, economic energy solution Solar Monitoring New Ag Solar Monitoring Solution to market in <1 year provides recurring revenue stream Our exclusive software monitors sustainability and return on investment in real-time, allowing users to track power generation and efficiency of solar Solar plant produces 1,897 MWh/year, reducing the farm’s yearly energy cost by 52.4% Supply power to Valley® center pivots to irrigate soy, corn and beans cultivated on the farm 29 Outcomes

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Agriculture 5-Year Outlook and Goals Focused on Increasing Resiliency and Quality of Revenue Stream 30 Expect sales to grow to ~$2B Through the agriculture cycle Further diversify product mix and drive increased recurring and reoccurring sales Non-equipment sales expected to be >50% of Ag Sales Continue to increase International sales to be >50% of Ag Sales Grow from 770 to 1K points of sale globally Aftermarket parts to grow >2x to ~$540M

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Valmont Actions • Constraints on natural resources • Food security as national security • Significant replacement, service and upgrade opportunity • Digital farming management Agriculture Expected Sales Growth Bridge 31 Leveraging Market Growth • Grow and Transform initiatives • Driving international expansion; expect international to be >50% of total Agriculture sales • New products, aftermarket parts and solutions • Strategically growing Ag Solar • Deliver agronomic insights Well-Positioned to Drive Above Market Growth $1.3B1 ~$2.0B $550M $150M 1 Includes intersegment sales

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Key Takeaways | Agriculture 32 Expect to deliver ~$700M of incremental sales by 2027E RUN Executing to meet rapidly growing global market needs driven by a growing population, food security needs, and resource conservation GROW Accelerating international growth in attractive markets, expanding our geographic presence Growing with our dealer network and driving aftermarket parts revenue TRANSFORM Integrating new technology to provide customers and dealers with data-driven insights for yield-enhancing decision-making while driving increased recurring revenue for our bottom line

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Transforming the Agriculture Industry with Technology Daniel Koppel President, Agriculture Technology

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$300M Purchase Price 90+ employees Unique Portfolio of Technology Solutions Acquired in 2021 +145,000 connected devices in 63 countries Differentiated Assets Largest globally-integrated provider of field and water management solutions in the industry, with an unparalleled dealer network 200 tech professionals with deep experience in machine learning, computer vision, agronomy and data science Research and development center in Tel Aviv, Israel Proprietary Capabilities First-mover advantage with multiple years of in-season data collection Legacy Valley® products and solutions: most durable hardware Proven telemetry and automation from AgSense® (with PivoTrac® and PrecisionKING®) Advanced field and crop health monitoring from Prospera® Irrigation monitoring and control, irrigation planning and crop health insights Differentiated, Leading Agriculture Technology Business Successfully Integrated and Primed for Growth We Have Built a Powerful Foundation for Growth and Innovation Creating a Flywheel Effect for Our Solutions 34 Acquired Remaining 49% in 2020 Acquired in 2021 Increased number of connected agricultural devices $42M for remaining stake, 51% in August of 2014 Increased number of connected agricultural devices Acquired in 2020 Increased number of connected agricultural devices

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Key Messages | Agriculture Technology 35 RUN Differentiated Ag Tech organization: integrating product, software and machine learning talent, and operating mode with Valley’s existing industry-leading agri-business professionals, dealer network, and irrigation experts GROW Focused on growth: developing solutions to scale technologies to every pivot on the planet as well as introduce new value proposition based on new data acquisition (sensors, satellites) and data science methods TRANSFORM Disruptive technology: generating actionable information for our customers leveraging AI, machine learning and computer vision capabilities Transforming to a high-margin, solution-based, technology business

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Focused on Key Productivity-Enhancing Ag Tech Areas Equipping Farmers and Agronomists with Better Insights through Innovative, Differentiated Technology Solutions 36 Remote Monitor and Control Irrigation Optimization Agronomic Insights • Growers can conveniently monitor and control the health of their crops from their computer, phone, or tablet • Growers can access real-time information about operation, control center pivot irrigation remotely • We provide customized, proprietary solutions to meet individual field needs • Improve efficiency of water and resources, increasing crop yields, while reducing labor and equipment costs • Proactive detection of irrigation issues that are difficult to see with the naked eye (over-watered area, clogged sprinkler, running sprinkler, under-watered area) • Irrigation planning: know exactly when, where, and how much to irrigate • Enable smarter decision making and crop analysis to improve crop health and increasing yields • Learning systems have consistently improving predictive abilities with time and increased data, deepening customer relations • Clear and measurable customer ROI in increased yields and reduced volatility

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Industry Leader with Compelling Customer Value Proposition Leveraging Technology and Global Reach to Deliver Unique Value to an Expanding Market Source: Revenue improvements are based on a 2% increase in yields per field. Estimates are based on market prices and average yield results provided by the UDSA (Crop Product, August 2022; ISSN: 1936-3737). 37 Fuel up 40% ~$200/visit Diesel Fuel + Labor ~$50/acre Weed/Pest Treatment ~$180/acre Fertilizer Costs Are Rising Prospera® Solutions Can Help Quantifiable Value Proposition for the Grower Helping Farmers Produce More with Less Reduce Costs Save thousands by targeting treatments when and where they’re needed Increase Revenue Optimize timing of treatments to produce healthier crops and higher yields Up to $500 Scouts spending less time in the field Up to $1,000/year In fuel + labor from 5 fewer trips to field Up to $5,000/field From 1 less weed/pest spraying Savings Generate ROI Labor up 17% Fertilizer up 40% Treatments up 30%

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• Significantly accelerating deployment of cutting-edge AI technologies • Leading technology to solve challenges and add value to growers • Leveraging Valley’s distribution network to deploy technology solutions in the field Proactively Addressing Secular Customer and Societal Needs… • Increasing focus on resource conservation (land, water, chemicals, fertilizers, fuel, time) • Food security to feed a growing population • Geopolitical tensions forcing smaller nations to become self-reliant on food production Technology to Transform the Agriculture Industry Winning in Agriculture as We Bring Differentiated Technology Solutions to Market Quicker than Anyone Else 38 …With Differentiated, Advanced Technology Solutions Combined with Leading Brand and Distribution Network 2027E Agriculture Technology Opportunity $1B Growing Market Opportunity Reoccurring Subscription market expected to grow at +10% CAGR over the 5-year time period 2022 Opportunity 2027E Opportunity ~$1B ~$1.6B

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Enabling Farmers to Pinpoint Crop Health Issues Faster, Driving Greater Labor and Input Cost Savings Plant Insights Transforms Center Pivots into Crop Monitoring Machines 39 Images provide farmers with real-time insights High-resolution cameras mounted on pivot irrigation spans take thousands of leaf-level pictures of the field every time the pivot moves – even when running dry

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Integrating Software with Pivot Infrastructure Disruptive and Differentiated Technology Provides Real-Time, Actionable Insights for Growers 40 Crop Health Analysis Unparalleled agronomist-led AI analysis finds hard-to-detect crop damage and provides helpful insights to ensure higher yield and greater financial returns Images and Alerts Open app to view detailed reports that include high-resolution, GPS-tagged images; ability to share reports with team; farmer receives notification first time an issue is detected Reports Receive detailed reports on preferred day that includes view of each field, an analysis of findings and a comparison with previous results Emergence, canopy cover, weeds, pests, senescence, disease, nutrient deficiency Example: Report Breakdown | Pests No Findings Detections Field Overview The field view provides an at-a-glance picture of the pests in the field Each dot inside the circle represents a single acre Severity - % of scan shows if there’s detected pests, including the percentage change from last report Type Includes a summary of the detected pests, including the percentage of the field with issues

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Golden Grain [Video] 41

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Key Takeaways | Agriculture Technology 42 RUN Differentiated Ag Tech organization: integrating product, software and machine learning talent, and operating mode with Valley’s existing industry-leading agri-business professionals, dealer network, and irrigation experts GROW Focused on growth: developing solutions to scale technologies to every pivot on the planet as well as introduce new value proposition based on new data acquisition (sensors, satellites) and data science methods TRANSFORM Disruptive technology: generating actionable information for our customers leveraging AI, machine learning and computer vision capabilities Transforming to a high-margin, solution-based, technology business Expect Ag Tech Sales to be ~$250M by 2027E and ~10% of Agriculture Segment Sales to be ARR by 2030E

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Driving Growth and Transformation in Infrastructure Aaron Schapper Group President, Infrastructure

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RUN Optimize our business with active portfolio management and pursue productivity improvements to reduce complexity and leverage resources GROW Uniquely positioned for an energy transition super cycle with solar and transmission products; leveraging solutions for reliable infrastructure and penetrating new markets with innovative distribution products and continued 5G rollout TRANSFORM Transform our future with unique offerings integrating technology-driven solutions, including inspections and lifecycle monitoring, industrial vehicle charging, smart ag infrastructure, and integrated substation solutions Key Messages | Driving Growth and Transformation in Infrastructure Targeting higher growth areas with new product launches; driving growth from our core products and high value customer solutions 46

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Infrastructure Overview | Delivering Safety, Security and Reliability, Resulting in Enhanced Customer ROI 1 Includes intersegment sales. 2 Five-year period from year end 2022 through year end 2027 47 76% 24% North America International 2022 Sales Mix1 2022 Operating Income ($M) and Operating Margin $274 $354 2021 2022 $2.9B 2022 Sales1 +23% Y/Y Product Lines 2022 Sales %1 Expected 5-yr CAGR2 Transmission, Distribution & Substation 40% 4-7% Lighting and Transportation 32% 5-7% Coatings 12% 5-8% Telecommunications 11% 9-10% Solar 5% 24-32% 11.6% 12.2%

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Benefiting from Durable Industry Trends 48 Vehicle Electrification EV Charging EV chargers committed in US nationally by 20303 500K Tech-Driven Solutions Smart poles installed globally by 20305 10.8M Smart Infrastructure Cellular Densification Data Usage Increase in data usage by 20284 60% 5G Energy Transition Solar Solar representation of renewable growth2 80% Transmission Transmission expansion needs by 20301 60% 1 Queued Up… But in Need of Transmission – April 2022 – Department of Energy 2 Renewables 2021, - 2021 – IEA (https://www.iea.org/reports/renewables-2021, License: CC BY 4.0) 3 FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration - Electric Vehicle Chargers – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/02/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-standards-and-major-progress-for-a-made-in-america-national-network-of-electric-vehicle-chargers/) 4 Data Usage: Mobile Data Traffic Forecast – Mobility Report – Ericsson (https://www.ericsson.com/en/reports-and-papers/mobility-report/dataforecasts/mobile-traffic-forecast) 5 Smart Infrastructure: Smart Urban Infrastructure – Market Report – ABI Research 2023

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Multi-Year Funding Reinforces Demand Outlook 49 EFSD+ (EU Fund for Sustainable Development) in guaranteed investments for infrastructure projects4 IRA (Inflation Reduction Act) in investments for clean energy technology, manufacturing, and innovation2 ~$370B IIJA (Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act) new spending for core and transportation infrastructure projects1 ~$550B CHIPS (Chips & Science Act) for American research, development, manufacturing and workforce3 ~$53B ~€135B 1 A Guidebook To The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law For State, Local, Tribal, And Territorial Governments, And Other Partners – May 2022 – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BUILDING-A-BETTER-AMERICA-V2.pdf) 2 Inflation Reduction Act Guidebook – August 2022 – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Inflation-Reduction-Act-Guidebook.pdf 3 FACT SHEET: CHIPS and Science Act – August 2022 – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/08/09/fact-sheet-chips-and-science-act-will-lower-costs-create-jobs-strengthen-supply-chains-and-counter-china/) 4 European Fund for Sustainable Development Plus – European Commission (https://international-partnerships.ec.europa.eu/funding-and-technical-assistance/funding-instruments/european-fund-sustainable-development-plus-efsd_en)

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The Energy Transition Super Cycle 1 Annual Energy Outlook 2022 – March 2022 – EIA (US Energy Information Administration) 2 Solar Futures Study – September 2021 – US Department of Energy (https://www.energy.gov/sites/default/files/2021-09/Solar%20Futures%20Study.pdf) 3 Annual Energy Outlook 2022 – March 2022 – EIA (US Energy Information Administration) 4 High Voltage Direct Current Transmission Report – EIA (US Energy Information Administration) 5 Net Zero by 2050 - A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector - Summary for Policymakers – 2021 - International Energy Agency (https://iea.blob.core.windows.net/assets/7ebafc81-74ed-412b-9c60-5cc32c8396e4/NetZeroby2050-ARoadmapfortheGlobalEnergySector-SummaryforPolicyMakers_CORR.pdf) 6 The Coming Electrification of the North American Economy – March 2019 – WIRES & The Brattle Group (https://wiresgroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2019-03-06-Brattle-Group-The-Coming-Electrification-of-the-NA-Economy.pdf) 7 International Energy Outlook 2021 – 2021 - EIA (US Energy Information Administration) https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=50096 50 2050 US Power Generation from Renewables 21% of Total3 44% of Total3 Electric Vehicles 0.7%7 31%7 Energy Demand 4.12 T KWh6 7.62 T KWh6 Circuit Line Miles 700,0004 1,705,0005 Coal 938 B KWh1 510 B KWh1 Solar Generation 76 GW2 1570 GW2 2020 Power Sources Will Become More Renewable. The Need for Energy Will Increase. Power Usage Will Become More Electric.

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Valmont Infrastructure at the Heart of Rapidly Evolving Ecosystem Meeting Our Customers Where They Are with a Full Suite of Solutions 51

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Energy Transition Driving Transmission, Distribution and Substation Growth ~$1.2B ~$1.6B 2022 Sales 2027E Sales Target Growth Drivers Renewable generation capacity will double, accounting for 50% of total electricity generation in North America by 20501 National network of 500K EV charging stations expected by 20302 Transmission capacity must increase by ~ 60% (47K GW miles) by 2030 to support clean energy deployment in the U.S.3 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) includes • $100B to improve power grid infrastructure4 • $174B for EV adoption and infrastructure4 52 1 Annual Energy Outlook - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) 2 FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration - Electric Vehicle Chargers – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/02/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-standards-and-major-progress-for-a-made-in-america-national-network-of-electric-vehicle-chargers/) 3 Queued Up… But in Need of Transmission – April 2022 – Department of Energy 4 A Guidebook To The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law For State, Local, Tribal, And Territorial Governments, And Other Partners – May 2022 – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BUILDING-A-BETTER-AMERICA-V2.pdf)

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Integrated Substation Solutions Lightweight, Hybrid Distribution Structures PyraMAX® Engineered Transmission Solutions Technology AI-Driven Drone Inspection Services Transmission, Distribution, & Substation Advancing the Energy Transition Transformation Initiatives 53 Conditions Monitoring Sensors PowerShift™ SaaS Solutions Innovative and Increasingly Smart Set of Solution Offerings Meets Evolving Customer Demand ECO High-Strength Materials

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Case Study | Hybrid Distribution Poles 54 Background • Grid hardening has fundamentally changed the distribution pole market requiring stronger structures in coastal regions • In order to meet these changing strength and performance requirements, structures have gotten heavier and more costly • Distribution Market: $3B1 Valmont Solution / Competitive Advantage • Patent pending fireproof solution that can replace existing wood distribution infrastructure • Combining material technologies and engineering, Valmont developed a hybrid pole that allows for a weight reduction while increasing strength • Innovative structures utilize our fiberglass spun composite material combined with Valmont pre-tensioned spun concrete Outcomes Replaces wood distribution poles Same weight as wood with 6X strength 1 2022 North American Electric Distribution Market Forecast - October 2022 - The C Three Group, LLC

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Infrastructure Investments Driving Dynamic Lighting & Transportation Growth 55 ~$940M ~$1.3B 2022 Sales 2027E Sales Target Growth Drivers Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) • $110B to roads, highway, and bridge infrastructure1 • $18B to electrify vehicles1 Tech Driven Solutions • 10.8M units of new smart lighting structures globally by 20302 Electrification of Vehicles • 500K EV charging stations by 2030 in US3 • Global electric bus market 5-year CAGR of 22.9%4 1 A Guidebook To The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law For State, Local, Tribal, And Territorial Governments, And Other Partners – May 2022 – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/BUILDING-A-BETTER-AMERICA-V2.pdf) 2 Smart Urban Infrastructure – Market Report – ABI Research 2023 3 FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration - Electric Vehicle Chargers – whitehouse.gov (https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/02/15/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-new-standards-and-major-progress-for-a-made-in-america-national-network-of-electric-vehicle-chargers/) 4 Electric Buses Market Size, Market Share, Application Analysis, Regional Outlook, Growth Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts, 2022 to 2030 – February 2023 – Research & Markets

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Industrial Electric Vehicle Charging Agricultural Infrastructure Sustainable Bridge Structures Tech-Enabled Infrastructure Lighting & Transportation Valmont Solutions for a Tech-Enabled World 56 Transformation Initiatives Capturing Emerging Market Opportunities and Delivering High Value Solutions for Our Customers

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Case Study | Industrial Vehicle Charging 1 Electric Buses Market Size, Market Share, Application Analysis, Regional Outlook, Growth Trends, Key Players, Competitive Strategies and Forecasts, 2022 to 2030 – February 2023 – Research & Markets 57 Background • EVs are a viable solution for reducing air pollution caused by conventional fossil fuel powered industrial vehicles • Global electric bus market expected to grow at CAGR of ~23% from 2022-20301 • Focusing on industrial vehicles – tractors, trucks and buses to provide organizations safe and reliable integrated solution Valmont Solution / Competitive Advantage • Charging solutions with integrated tech and data for wide variety of industrial vehicle applications • Scalable solutions from in-route charging to depot level • Valmont’s electrical infrastructure Outcomes Scalable solutions for a variety of applications Leveraged Infrastructure

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CHIPS and Inflation Reduction Act incentivized restoring U.S. manufacturing with $54B in federal funding and ~$250B project backlog6 Durable Infrastructure Market Expansion Driving Coatings Growth 58 ~$360M ~$530M 2022 Sales1 2027E Sales Target Growth Drivers Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) includes investments across several industries we serve • Roads, Bridges and Major Projects: $110B2 • Power Infrastructure: $65B2 • Public Transit: $39B2 Global cost of corrosion is estimated at $2.5T; corrosion control such as hot dipped galvanizing can save an estimated 15-35%3 Of total steel production, 25% is currently galvanized4 Manufacturing construction spending up 44% since 20195 1 Includes intersegment sales. 2https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/08/02/updated-fact-sheet-bipartisan-infrastructure-investment-and-jobs-act/ 3http://impact.nace.org/economic-impact.aspx 4 2022 American Galvanizers Association Annual Report 5Manufacturing Construction: https://www.conexpoconagg.com/news/20232024-construction-economic-forecast 6Source Data Centers: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06321000/U-S-Data-Center-Construction-Market-Industry-Outlook-Forecast.html?utm_source=GNW

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Process Monitoring and Tracking • Quality Control and Automation with GalvTrac® and TankTrac • Safety and Automation with SecureVision • Product Location Visibility with LiveTrac Lightning Service® Same Day Turnaround Unmatched Customer Experience with Valmont Coatings Connector® (VCC) Max Coatings Enhancing the Customer Experience with Digital Solutions 59 Transformation Initiatives

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Demand for Data Driving Telecom Infrastructure Growth 60 ~$320M ~$520M 2022 Sales 2027E Sales Target Growth Drivers Spectrum Auctions: >$120B spent in U.S. on 5G spectrum5 Increased Data Consumption • Mobile data demand increased 62x since 20111 Increased 5G Network Adoption • 5G networks to cover 85% of world's population by 20282 Internet of Things (IoT) Growth • 5.5B cellular IoT connections by end of 20283 • 5G IoT connections to exceed 100M globally by 2026, achieving 1100% growth over 3 years3 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) • $65B for rural connectivity, high-speed internet, and rural broadband4 1https://seekingalpha.com/article/4596280-crown-castle-small-cells-are-opportunity2https://www.ericsson.com/4ae28d/assets/local/reports-papers/mobility-report/documents/2022/ericsson-mobility-report-november-2022.pdf3https://www.juniperresearch.com/pressreleases/5g-iot-connections-to-surpass-100-mn4https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2022/10/27/biden-harris-administration-provides-759-million-bring-high-speed5https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/research/upcoming-global-spectrum-auctions-to-diversify-mid-band-options-for-5g

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PIM Shield® Solutions Line Expansion Leverage Valmont Utility Relationships for Small Cell Deployment Global Expansion of Ericsson® Partnership InnovationLab Research & Development Group Telecom Valmont Solutions Offer Innovation from a Trusted Partner 61 Transformation Initiatives

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Case Study | Long Range Drone Inspection 62 Background • Traditional helicopter inspections pose safety risks for the linemen performing them • Costs associated with these inspections are also very high • Quality of traditional inspections does not provide a high level of accuracy to customers to successfully determine all potential issues Valmont Solution / Competitive Advantage • National FAA BVLOS wavier for unmanned drone aviation • Long-range drone inspections are 86% less expensive than helicopter inspections and collect better photographic results Outcomes Safer while providing more accurate information More cost effective and better for environment

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Solar Growing into World's Leading Generation Source 63 ~$125M ~$500M 2022 Sales1 2027E Sales Target Growth Drivers New energy policy to support energy transition • $370B Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) • $250B REPowerEU Solar generation installed power capacity to surpass coal by 2027, becoming largest generating source in the world2 Distributed solar generation is set for faster growth as a result of higher electricity demand, prices, and reduced grid reliability2 Corporations increase renewable energy commitments; average RE100 member achieving 100% renewable by 20313 Countries focused on energy security and climate mitigations 1 Includes intersegment sales. 2 IEA Renewables 2022 Analysis and Forecast to 2027 Revised January 2023 3 RE100 Annual Disclosure Report 2022 January 2023

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Global Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Sales Presence Weather Risk Mitigation Technology Drone Deployed Project Development Services Autonomous Inspection and Maintenance Services Solar Valmont Solutions Enable the Energy Transition 64 Transformation Initiatives Expanding Solar through Innovative Technology Solutions

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5-year (2027E) 2030E Infrastructure Outlook and Goals 65 Projected sales to grow ~$1.5B Through strong market growth driven by the energy transition and evolution ~30% projected Solar CAGR1 Driven by the need for power sources to be more renewable $500M projected sales From new products and solutions, and geographic expansion Digital and tech revenue projected to be ~5% of sales 1 Estimated CAGR from base year 2022

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~$4.4B Infrastructure Expected Sales Growth Bridge 66 $2.9B1 $400M $375M $370M $200M $170M Well-Positioned to Drive Above Market Growth Leveraging Market Growth Valmont Actions • Grow and Transform initiatives • New products and services and geographic expansion capture higher growth opportunities • Long-range drone inspection, maintenance & repair • Strategically growing solar • Built-in digital infrastructure monitoring • Industrial charging and ag infrastructure solutions • Pricing over inflation • Energy Transition – transmission and solar expansion • Vehicle Electrification – accelerated EV charging install • 5G Densification – increasing data usage • Tech-Driven Solutions – significant smart infrastructure demand • Multi-year federal funding (~$975B for IIJA, IRA, CHIPS; €135B for EFSD+) 1 Includes intersegment sales

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Key Takeaways | Infrastructure 67 Expect to deliver ~$1.5B of incremental revenue and margin expansion by 2027E RUN Optimize our business with active portfolio management and pursue productivity improvements to reduce complexity and leverage resources GROW Uniquely positioned for an energy transition super cycle with solar and transmission products, leverage solutions for reliable infrastructure, and penetrate new markets with innovative distribution products and continued 5G rollout TRANSFORM Transform our future with unique offerings integrating technology-driven solutions including inspections and lifecycle monitoring, industrial vehicle charging, smart ag infrastructure, and integrated substation solutions Targeting higher growth areas with new product launches; driving growth from our core products and high value customer solutions

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Accelerating Growth and Transformation through Operational Excellence Diane Larkin EVP, Global Operations

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Key Messages | Operational Excellence 69 Well-positioned to support capacity growth across our businesses 01 through operational excellence and strategic investments Enhanced operational excellence and lean manufacturing enables 02 optimization and efficiencies Technology drives improvement and sustainability in our 04 operations supported by an evolving innovation culture Attracting, retaining and developing next-gen talent to enable accelerated 03 growth and transformation initiatives across the businesses

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Leveraging Operational Excellence to Accelerate Growth Together, Capacity Initiatives are Expected to Support 25 – 30% Volume Growth 70 Talent and Capabilities Machinery Flexible Footprint Supply Chain • Advancing human capital to be fit for the future • Retaining and developing our people • Attracting new talent and desired skillsets • Supplementing talent initiatives by transforming factories with Industry 4.0 • Scaling manufacturing with significant investment in advanced machinery over next 5 years • Higher tech machinery to efficiently generate greater outputs • Applying lean disciplines to tech footprint addresses bottlenecks • Adjusting quickly to demand fluctuation, FX/ geopolitical volatility and supply chain constraints • Focusing on geographies with low-cost by product labor content • Meeting lead time requirements through optimal footprint • Focusing on supply chain optimization to leverage volume and size • Leveraging SRM tool for data/spend analytics to inform decision-making • Creating a competitive advantage through differentiated relationships with steel mills and steel suppliers • Investing in risk assessment tools; building systems for proactive risk identification alerts Capacity Levers

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Enabling Sustainable Outcomes through Strategic Priorities Advancing Operational Excellence Supports Our Capacity Levers 71 Optimizing resources and empowering talent to solve our customers’ challenges Strategic Priorities Focus on Disruptive Innovation Drive Optimization and Efficiency Industry 4.0 with connected equipment Cutting-edge technology in manufacturing processes Technology roadmap informed by business need Use of technology as a solution for labor scarcity Create capacity and build capabilities for growth and transformation Continuously evaluate global footprint strategy Systems/supply chain optimization Continuously reducing environmental externalities Enablers Enhanced Organizational Structure Culture of Lean Excellence Mature, centralized organizational structure drives standard processes Strong leadership establishing functional excellence Attract and retain talent in critical roles skilled in digital acumen and lean Elevate lean thinking and vision to world class levels Focus on continuous improvement in systems, processes and tools Drive results via systematic problem-solving and data analytics

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Centralized Management Structure Enables Scalability Differentiated Structure as One Valmont 72 • Integrating shared services and operations of Valmont Solar® and Ag Solar • Sharing operations in order to gain scale • Brazil: Sharing aftermarket warehouses • Talent management and development across the organization • Collaborative supply chain and logistics Example Supporting Global Solar Businesses Delivering results through a greater customer focus, improved productivity and increased efficiency in our factories Key Focus Areas Standardization of processes Talent and operations Scalability provides buying power as we leverage One Valmont Focus on maximizing returns and value; more than just cost reductions ✓ ✓ Drives cross-site collaboration

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Talent Initiatives | People are the Engine of Our Growth and Transformation Attracting, Retaining and Inspiring Our Employees is Essential to Our Overall Corporate Goals 73 Retain and Develop Talent • Be the most desirable employer • Improve working location environment • Continue to support and promote Employee Resource Groups • Implement technology to enhance the employee experience Attract New Talent and Desired Skillsets • Target new specialties / demographics (e.g., computer programmers vs. traditional welder) • Enhance and modernize facilities Transform Factories with Industry 4.0 • Enable increased capacity to support total company growth • Automate processes to address labor scarcity

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Transformation Enabled by Continuous Improvement Mindset 74 Foundational Lean Mindset • Elevating lean thinking and vision to world-class levels • Focus on continuous improvement in systems, processes and tools • Drive results via systematic problem-solving and data analytics • Cultural enablers facilitate enterprise alignment Values Processes Systems Tools Individuals Core Values PASSION CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT DELIVER RESULTS INTEGRITY Driving a Culture Shift as We Move Further Up the Lean Maturity Scale Maturing Beyond Systems and Tools to a Culture with Lean Disciplines at its Heart

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Case Study | Strategic Investing to Expand Capacity and Capability 75 Outcomes Increase large pole capacity by >10% Supports $110M in additional sales Increases pole size capability Adds state-of-the-art capability Example Infrastructure Capacity Expansion $40M investment in machinery and existing footprint expansion, adding a full large pole line that includes burning, bending and seaming Strategic investments provide high ROIC and make our existing footprint more productive with meaningful capacity enhancements Disciplined Investing to Grow Presence in Expanding Markets

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• Projection Technology (e.g., light guide systems for assembly) • Autonomous welding Largest Opportunities to Grow and Transform! Disruptive Innovation to Increase Capacity, Enhance Quality, and Deliver ESG Initiatives Enterprise-wide Rollout of Disruptive Innovation Expected to be 50% Complete by 2025 76 Value Proposition • Better equipped from an engineering perspective – able to respond to customer needs quickly • ESG improvements via less energy/waste; enhanced safety features • Superior quality via repeatable processes • Cost savings driven by labor savings, maintenance reduction and decreased footprint • Product line profitability and real-time data improves ROIC • Reduces scrap and rework by increasing repeatability in our processes Industry 4.0: Factory/Processes • Collaborative robots • Electronically connected equipment • Additive manufacturing such as 3D printing • Embedded Bluetooth technology

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Combined with Industry 4.0 Technology to Drive Further Increased Efficiency and Productivity Continuous Improvement through Technology and Digitization Utilizing Lean and Technology Expected to Continue to Deliver Sustainable Outcomes 77 Connected Equipment Digitization of data and information Industrial Technology Autonomous welding, 3D printing and other technologies Targeted Improvements Significant increase in irrigation demand in 2022 Identified bottlenecks and streamlined shipping 30% output increase with no additional machinery and minimal investment Increasing Productivity Proliferating robotics increases output while decreasing costs 40% productivity gain where Cobots are deployed Optimizing Lead Times Connected information flow for equipment Provides real-time data that’s actionable 15% lead time improvement from decreased machine downtime and increased product throughput Improving Sourcing Launched Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) - provides risk assessment on supplier and enables strategic sourcing 85%of spend in risk management tool successfully mitigated 100% of risk events

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Outcomes Builds grid resiliency and meets growing demand for transmission poles Net Metering Agreement for generated energy to be sold back to grid at retail price Creates northern U.S. concrete utility market presence Scope II net zero facility; solar field will offset site's electricity consumption Case Study | Sustainability is Embedded into Our Operations Sustainability Provides a Competitive Advantage by Conserving Resources and Improving Life 78 HIGHLIGHT: Sustainable Manufacturing Expansion Spun concrete manufacturing facility in Bristol, Indiana to create low carbon concrete poles with 500kW-AC solar array Incorporates a proprietary blend of eco-concrete, proven to reduce CO2 emissions by 50%

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Driving Towards World-Class Operations to Enable Our Grow and Transform Initiatives Continuous Improvement Mindset as We Build on Our Strong Foundation to Deliver Customer Solution Excellence 1 Top Decile 79 World-Class Operations Superior level of organizational performance creating exceptional customer experience Characteristics Integrated within the community A market leader Most desired employer Customer experience crafted within strategy Continuously improving towards True North Data-driven organization Leading through Innovation Culture A Culture of Zero: Drive to Zero Incidents Drive to Zero Customer Complaints A Culture of Excellence: Lean thinking Grass roots driven Accountability Data driven Relentless pursuit of perfection Measures of Success World-Class1 Industry Average Safety Retention Quality Delivery Cost

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Key Takeaways | Operational Excellence 80 Enhanced operational excellence and lean manufacturing enables optimization and efficiencies 02 Technology drives improvement and sustainability in our operations supported by an evolving innovation culture 04 Well-positioned to support capacity growth across our businesses through operational excellence and strategic investments 01 Attracting, retaining and developing talent with lean and digital acumen as we accelerate grow and transform initiatives across the businesses 03

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Accelerating Run Grow Transform with a Disciplined Financial Framework Avner Applbaum EVP and CFO

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Evolving into a higher quality and more dynamic organization that is less cyclical and enhances customer value Key Messages 82 GROW TRANSFORM RUN Built for sustainable outperformance and growth Outperforming despite different market volatility and economic cycles Driving geographic expansion and investing in new product development Focus on driving growth faster than markets we serve and building transformative skills Driving higher portion of transformative, high-value revenue Increasing digital revenue with an emphasis on ARR; more stable revenue with higher margins, better cash flow and higher ROIC Introducing 5-year financial targets with a focus on growing accretive businesses, emphasizing improved quality of earnings through volume leverage, and driving stable and higher value revenue through Grow & Transform initiatives and digitalization efforts Balanced capital allocation framework supports both reinvesting in the business and returning capital to shareholders

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Strong Track Record of Historical Performance Continuing to Deliver Sustainable, Long-Term Profitable Growth and Demonstrate Resiliency Proven ability to execute in all economic scenarios as we continuously maximize profitability and expand margins through strategic pricing and operational excellence 83 1 Excludes restructuring charges, impairments and significant one-time adjustments. Please see Company’s Reg. G table at the end of presentation. Net Sales ($M) + 16% CAGR $2,767 $2,895 $3,502 $4,345 2019 2020 2021 2022 $228 $268 $334 $450 $0 $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 $300 $350 $400 $450 2019 2020 2021 2022 $6.73 $8.18 $10.92 $13.82 2019 2020 2021 2022 Adjusted Operating Income ($M) & Margin1 + 25% CAGR Adjusted Diluted EPS1 + 27% CAGR 8.2% 9.3% 9.5% 10.3%

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Continuing to Drive Long-Term Shareholder Value through Cycle 84 33% 128% 111% 169% 328% -13% 23% 38% 178% 258% -9% 24% 44% 191% 264% 1 Year 3 Years 5 Years 10 Years 15 Years Total Shareholder Return1 VMI S&P MidCap 400 Index S&P 400 Industrial Machinery 1 FactSet as of 12/31/2022 Shareholder Value Creation Model • Consistent financial performance as we deliver solutions to address customer challenges • Resilient business model and organization that perform well during various economic cycles • Strategically aligned with end markets that are less correlated with macroeconomic factors • Capital deployment framework enabled by reliable cash generation that balances shareholder return with growth investments

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Liquidity Available Credit under Revolving Credit Facility2 $544 M Total Available Liquidity $717 M April 1, 2023 Cash $173 M Total Long-Term Debt $986 M Shareholders’ Equity $1,598 M Total Debt to Adj. EBITDA1 1.7x Built Exceptionally Strong, Flexible Balance Sheet with Ample Liquidity 1 See appendix for calculation of Adjusted EBITDA and Leverage Ratio. 2 $800M Total Revolver less borrowings and Standby LC’s of $256M. 3 Includes unamortized discount costs and debt issuance costs 85 $787 $766 $965 $878 $1,025 2.4x 2.1x 2.2x 1.5x 1.7x 2019 2020 2021 2022 Q1'23 Total Debt ($M) and Total Debt to Adj. EBITDA1 Q1’233 Well-Positioned for Future Growth • Long-term debt mostly fixed-rate, with long-dated maturities to 2044 and 2054; Investment grade credit rating from Fitch, Moody’s, and S&P • Total Debt to Adjusted EBITDA remains within our desired range of 1.5 to 2.5 times • Capital allocation strategy focused on strategically supporting business growth

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$210 $210 $(42) $233 $(100) $(50) $- $50 $100 $150 $200 $250 2019 2020 2021 2022 Robust Free Cash Flow Generation Supports Value Creation 1 We use the non-GAAP measure of FCF, which we define as GAAP net cash flows from operating activities reduced by capex. We believe that FCF is a useful performance measure for management and useful to investors as the basis for comparing our performance with other companies. Our measure of FCF may not be directly comparable to similar measure use by other companies. Please see Reg G reconciliation to GAAP measures at the end of document. 86 GAAP 144% 149% (21%) 93% Adj. N/A 131% (19%) 82% Free Cash Flow1 ($M) Historical FCF Conversion by Year1 Proactive inventory management to support growing customer demand and mitigate supply chain disruptions created temporary cash outflow Continuing to Drive Cash Generation • Focused on cash conversion cycle • Digital Business Platforms & automation driving working capital reduction • Lower working capital intensity driven by Grow and Transform initiatives • Operational excellence and lean manufacturing driving supply chain and inventory optimization • Disciplined, process-oriented approach to business investments

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Disciplined and Balanced Approach to Capital Allocation Capital Allocation Framework Aligned with Growth Strategy and Shareholder Value Creation 1 Includes $66M purchase of non-controlling interest of AgSense, Convert Italia, Torrent, and West Coast Engineering 87 Growing Our Business & Fueling Innovation Returning Cash To Shareholders Use of Cash from Q1 2020 through Q1 2023: $1,134 Million • Strategic fit: technology / capability expansion, portfolio enhancement, high-growth businesses, geographic expansion • Focus on revenue growth and high ROIC • Rigor around due diligence and integration 38% $434M Acquisitions1 • ~45% Growth, ~45% Maintenance and ~10% Digital • Investments to support strategic growth initiatives, digital customer experience, Industry 4.0 advanced manufacturing & ESG • Prioritize capital projects with high ROIC 29% $330M Capital Expenditures • Opportunistic approach, supported by free cash flow and minimum annual amount to offset dilution • ~$370M remains on current authorization 21% $234M Share Repurchases • Committed to supporting and growing dividend • Payout ratio target: 15% of earnings • Current payout: ~17% • 60% dividend growth in the past 3 years 12% $136M Dividends

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Reinvesting to Enable Grow and Transform Strategy Driving Growth with a Disciplined Approach to Investing in High ROIC Projects 88 Targeted CapEx to support our high growth markets, address labor constraints, improve productivity and accelerate innovation 2019 2020 2021 2022 Next 5yr Annual Average Maintenance Growth Digital $97M $107M $108M $93M ~$135M Capital Expenditures by Category Grow Investment Examples Transform Investment Examples $25M Capital Investment 100% Additional Capacity International Irrigation Expansion Infrastructure: Large Pole Capacity Expansion $40M Capital Investment >10% Additional Capacity $3M Capital Investment ~4x Net Promoter Score Improvement Infrastructure: Coatings Customer Communication Solution Agriculture Aftermarket Digitization $20M Capital Investment >2x Sales Growth Historical Historical Pipeline Pipeline

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Supporting Strategy through Disciplined Approach to M&A Expanding Grow and Transform Opportunities 89 Strategic Filters • Technology / Capability Expansion • Portfolio Enhancement • High-Growth Businesses • Geographic Expansion Our Goal Create value and accelerate our Run Grow Transform framework by investing in businesses that expand our opportunity set in logical adjacencies, while ensuring financial returns through proven underwriting rigor and integration skills Financial Criteria • Revenue growth • ROIC > Cost of Capital by Year 3 • Free Cash Flow Generation

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Infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure Infrastructure Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Infrastructure 2018 2018 2018 2018/2019 2019 2019 2020 2021 2021 2022 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ Augmenting Grow and Transform with M&A Creating an Ecosystem of Innovation by Integrating Capabilities in High-Growth Areas through Disciplined M&A 90

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91 Case Study | ConcealFab® Acquisition Transaction Overview • Valmont purchased majority share in 2022 • Industry leader in passive intermodulation (PIM) mitigation solutions and telecom equipment concealment • Approximately $50 million in revenue Serving as an Example for Future Transactions • Accelerates expansion in telecom markets in partnership with industry leader Ericsson, who remains a minority owner • Incorporates innovative 5G infrastructure and improved cell signal strength solutions into our advanced infrastructure portfolio • Decreased customer concentration in a consolidated industry • Leverages our engineering expertise and global manufacturing footprint to enhance our access to markets and carriers around the world Passive Intermodulation Mitigation Insulated Cable Supports 4G/5G Concealed Poles Mount Kits Communication Infrastructure

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• 2022 sales include the offshore wind energy structures business which was divested at the end of fiscal 2022 • Effective tax rate of 28% to 29%, primarily due to expected geographic mix of earnings • Minimal expected foreign currency translation impact to net sales • Capital expenditures expected to be in the range of $105 to $125 million to support strategic growth and digital transformation initiatives • Continued elevated inflation, raw material costs aligned with current price projections, and ongoing R&D investments Reaffirming 2023 Financial Outlook 1 Please see Reg G reconciliation to GAAP measures at the end of document. 92 $15.45 - $16.00 Adjusted Diluted EPS1 4 - 7% Increase in Net Sales Y/Y $14.80 - $15.35 Diluted EPS Key Assumptions

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Key Assumptions Continuing to Drive Sustainable Outperformance 5-Year Financial Targets Run Grow Transform Strategy Driving Expectations Higher and Enabling a More Resilient Business 1 Estimated compound annualized growth rates from base year 2022; organic sales growth only 93 12 - 15% EPS Growth1 5 - 8% Net Sales Growth1 >14% Operating Margin 1.0x Net Earnings FCF Conversion >18% ROIC • Greater near to medium term focus on funding growth with R&D and digital innovation • FCF conversion target is long-term over the cycle • Financial targets based on performance through the cycle • Excludes future divestitures

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Valmont Actions • Operating leverage on capturing market growth • Accretion from growth in high margin product lines Our Path to Sustainable Profitability 94 >14% 0.3% 10.3% 10.0% High Value Customer Solutions Enable Operating Margin Expansion Leveraging Volume Growth • Grow & Transform initiatives • Operational excellence and digital transformation • Pricing over inflation • Net of R&D and digital innovation investments 1 Please see Reg G reconciliation to GAAP measures at the end of document. ~2.5% ~1.5% 1

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>18% ROIC 2027E Well-Positioned to Deliver Greater than 18% ROIC by 2027E Clear Strategy to Capture High Growth Opportunities and Drive Significantly Higher ROIC 95 ~9% ROIC1 2019 Improving Capital Efficiency Working capital efficiency, asset utilization and portfolio management High Value Customer Solutions Higher ROIC from high growth areas across the portfolio; lower working capital intensity Operating Margin Expansion Volume growth leverage, strategic pricing power & operational excellence ~13% ROIC1 2022 1 Please see Reg G reconciliations to GAAP measures at end of presentation

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Evolving into a higher quality and more dynamic organization that is less cyclical and enhances customer value Key Takeaways | Finance 96 GROW TRANSFORM RUN Built for sustainable outperformance and growth Outperforming through different economic cycles and market volatility Driving geographic expansion and investing in product development Focus on driving growth faster than markets we serve and building transformative skills Driving higher portion of transformative, high-value revenue Increasing digital revenue with an emphasis on ARR; more stable revenue with higher margins, better cash flow and higher ROIC Introducing 5-year financial targets with a focus on growing accretive businesses, emphasizing improved quality of earnings through volume leverage, Grow & Transform initiatives and digitization will drive more stable and higher value revenue Balanced capital allocation framework supports both reinvesting in the business and returning capital to shareholders

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Built for Sustainable Outperformance Steve Kaniewski President and CEO

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Key Takeaways 98 Introducing “Run Grow Transform” framework to guide Valmont into higher-quality growth sectors where our value proposition aligns to our customers’ needs 02 Leveraging technology and digitization throughout our organization to deliver innovative product solutions, drive digital transformation and grow earnings through the cycle 03 Delivering reliable growth while significantly expanding operating margins and ROIC to drive consistently strong value creation for shareholders 05 Enduring business built on a solid foundation that compounds through outperformance, innovation and operational excellence that’s uniquely positioned to serve our expanding markets 01 Continuing to embed ESG across our organization as we deliver products, services and solutions that conserve resources and improve life 04

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 101 The non-GAAP tables below disclose the impact of the loss from divestiture of the offshore wind energy structures business on fiscal 2022 results. Further, the non-GAAP tables below disclose the impact of intangible asset amortization (Prospera) and stock-based compensation recognized for the Prospera employees on fiscal 2022 results. We believe the adjustments for Prospera allow for a better investor understanding of Agriculture segment performance related to traditional segment products. Amounts may be impacted by rounding. We believe it is useful when considering company performance for the non-GAAP adjusted net earnings and operating income to be taken into consideration by management and investors with the related reported GAAP measures. 1 Earnings per share includes rounding 2 The tax effect of adjustments is calculated based on the income tax rate in each applicable jurisdiction

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 102 Operating Income Reconciliation Operating income - as reported $ 354,499 $ 179,263 $ 2,259 $ (102,772) $ 433,249 Stock-based compensation - Prospera — 9,896 — — 9,896 Prospera intangible asset amortization — 6,580 — — 6,580 Adjusted Operating Income $ 354,499 $ 195,739 $ 2,259 $ (102,772) $ 449,725 Net Sales - as reported 2,909,746 1,335,285 100,219 N M 4,345,250 Operating Income as a % of Net Sales 12.2 % 13.4 % 2.3 % N M 10.0 % Adjusted Operating Income as a % of Net Sales 12.2 % 14.7 % 2.3 % N M 10.3 % Infrastructure Agriculture Corporate Valmont Fifty-three weeks ended December 31, 2022 Other

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 103 The non-GAAP tables below disclose the impact of intangible asset amortization (Prospera) and stock-based compensation recognized for the Prospera employees on fiscal 2021 results. We believe the adjustments for Prospera allow for a better investor understanding of Agriculture segment performance related to traditional segment products. The non-GAAP tables below also disclose the impact of the nonrecurring impairment of long-lived assets for the offshore wind energy structures business, a write off a receivable following arbitration of a commercial transaction from 2014, acquisition diligence, and severance expenses on segment operating income and net earnings as well as the impact of the U.K. tax rate change on net earnings (adjusts GAAP tax rate from 19.0% to 22.5%) on fiscal 2021 results. Amounts may be impacted by rounding. We believe it is useful when considering company performance for the non-GAAP adjusted net earnings and operating income to be taken into consideration by management and investors with the related reported GAAP measures. 1 Earnings per share includes rounding 2 The tax effect of adjustments is calculated based on the income tax rate in each applicable jurisdiction

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 104 Operating Income Reconciliation Operating income - as reported $ 273,598 $ 137,027 (40,192) $ (83,648) $ 286,785 Impairment of long-lived assets — — 27,911 — 27,911 Prospera intangible asset amortization — 3,396 — — 3,396 Stock-based compensation - Prospera — 5,240 — — 5,240 Write-off of a receivable, pre-tax — — 5,545 — 5,545 Acquisition diligence expense, pre-tax — — — 1,120 1,120 Severance expense, pre-tax 500 910 2,642 — 4,052 Adjusted Operating Income $ 274,098 $ 146,573 $ (4,094) $ (82,528) $ 334,049 Net Sales - as reported 2,361,524 1,017,050 123,001 NM 3,501,575 Operating Income as a % of Net Sales 11.6 % 13.5 % (32.7) % NM 8.2 % Adjusted Operating Income as a % of Net Sales 11.6 % 14.4 % (3.3) % NM 9.5 % Infrastructure Agriculture Corporate Valmont Fifty-two weeks ended December 25, 2021 Other

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 105 The non-GAAP tables below disclose the impact of goodwill, tradenames, and a facility, restructuring costs on segment operating income and net earnings as well as the impact of the U.K. tax rate change on net earnings (adjusts statutory tax rate from 17% to 19%). Amounts may be impacted by rounding. We believe it is useful when considering company performance for the non-GAAP adjusted net earnings and operating income to be taken into consideration by management and investors with the related reported GAAP measures. 1 Earnings per share includes rounding 2 The tax effect of adjustments is calculated based on the income tax rate in each applicable jurisdiction

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Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures to Reported Financial Measures 107 Return on Invested Capital is a non-GAAP measure. Accordingly, Invested Capital and Return on Invested Capital should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for net earnings, cash flows from operations or other income or cash flow data prepared in accordance with GAAP or as a measure of our operating performance or liquidity. The table below shows how Invested Capital and Return on Invested Capital are calculated from our income statement and balance sheet. Return on Invested Capital is calculated as Operating Income (after-tax) divided by the average of beginning and ending Invested Capital. Invested Capital represents total assets minus total liabilities (excluding interest-bearing debt). Return on Invested Capital is one of our key operating ratios, as it allows investors to analyze our operating performance in light of the amount of investment required to generate our operating profit. Return on Invested Capital is also a measurement used to determine management incentives.

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Regulation G Reconciliation of Forecasted GAAP and Adjusted Earnings (Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts) 108 The non-GAAP tables below disclose the impact on the range of estimated diluted earnings per share of the (1) amortization of the intangible asset (Prospera) and (2) stock-based compensation for Prospera employees. We believe the adjustments for Prospera allow for a better investor understanding of Agriculture segment performance related to traditional segment products. We believe it is useful when considering company performance for the non-GAAP adjusted net earnings to be taken into consideration by management and investors with the related reported GAAP measures. Reconciliation of Range of Net Earnings - 2023 Guidance Estimated net earnings - GAAP $ 318,250 $ 330,050 Prospera intangible asset (proprietary technology) amortization, pre-tax 6,600 Stock-based compensation - Prospera, pre-tax 9,800 Total pre-tax adjustments 16,400 Estimated tax benefit from above expenses1 (2,450) Total Adjustments, after-tax $ 13,950 Estimated net earnings - Adjusted $ 332,200 $ 344,000 Diluted Earnings Per Share Range - GAAP2 $ 14.80 $ 15.35 Diluted Earnings Per Share Range - Adjusted2 $ 15.45 $ 16.00 Low End High End Adjustment 1 The tax effect of adjustments is calculated based on the estimated income tax rate in each applicable jurisdiction. 2 Assumes weighted average shares outstanding of 21.5M, and includes rounding

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2013-2022 Historical Free Cash Flow1,2 109 1 Adjusted earnings for purposes of calculating FCF conversion may not agree to the adjusted net earnings. The difference is due to non-recurring expenses which were settled in cash in the year of occurrence as part of net cash flows from operating activities. 2 We use the non-GAAP measure of FCF, which we define as GAAP net cash flows from operating activities reduced by capex. We believe that FCF is a useful performance measure for management and useful to investors as the basis for comparing our performance with other companies. Our measure of FCF may not be directly comparable to similar measures used by other companies.

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Calculation of Adjusted EBITDA and Leverage Ratio Certain of our debt agreements contain covenants that require us to maintain certain coverage ratios. Our Debt/Adjusted EBITDA may not exceed 3.5X Adjusted EBITDA (or 3.75X Adjusted EBITDA after certain material acquisitions) of the prior four quarters. See “Leverage Ratio “ below. Dollars in thousands. 110

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Leadership Bios

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Leadership Bios Steve Kaniewski, President & CEO Stephen G. Kaniewski is the president and chief executive officer of Valmont, where he has been driving digital transformation and improving margins through operating efficiencies and pricing action within the organization since assuming his role in 2018. With a vision for the future of Valmont centered on sustainable growth and innovative solutions, Steve is focused on advancing agricultural productivity and creating vital infrastructure for communities and economies. Under Steve's leadership, Valmont delivers inventive and sustainable solutions to help address pressing global challenges, including climate change, food security and urbanization. He is committed to sustainability, championing the development of sustainable products and processes within Valmont to ensure the company is well-positioned to meet the demands of a growing population. Steve believes Valmont’s core values of passion, integrity, continuous improvement, and delivering results are the pillars to building a solid culture and achieving long-term success. Before becoming CEO, Steve held various leadership positions at Valmont, including president and chief operating officer, group president of the utility support structures business segment, and vice president of global operations for the irrigation business segment. He joined Valmont in 2010 as Chief Information Officer and has a proven track record of driving growth and innovation. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from Santa Clara University in 1994. Beyond Steve's work with Valmont, he is committed to making a positive impact in the community, providing strategic guidance and helping advance the mission of several local and national organizations and universities: Board of Directors, U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Board Member, National Association of Manufacturers; Board Member, United Way of the Midlands; Trustee, Bellevue University; Trustee, Creighton University; Board Member, Strategic Command Consultation Committee; Board of Governors – Aksarben Foundation 112

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Leadership Bios Aaron Schapper, Group President, Infrastructure In his role as group president, infrastructure, Aaron is responsible for the strategic leadership of the infrastructure segment. His focus is on executing a global approach for Valmont, leveraging the company’s footprint, talent and technology. Aaron joined Valmont in 2011 as the vice president and general manager, international irrigation. In 2015, he added the responsibilities of global-engineering oversight before being named president of utility in 2016. Aaron started his engineering career in the composites industry in 1999, moving to China in 2002, where he created and led the engineering department at Orbit Irrigation, based in Shanghai. His roles quickly grew to encompass quality, operations, marketing and Asia sales. When Aaron was promoted to general manager in 2007, his duties expanded to include acquisitions and the establishment of the company’s green-field manufacturing sites in Ningbo, China, and Taipei, Taiwan. Aaron served in that capacity until joining Valmont. Aaron has earned numerous degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts in Mandarin Chinese and a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from the University of Utah, as well as a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. 113

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Leadership Bios Josh Dixon, President, Global Irrigation In his role as president, irrigation, Josh leads a team focused on the sustainable, profitable growth of the irrigation business around the globe. Josh joined Valmont Irrigation in 2015 as vice president of global operations, responsible for global manufacturing, process engineering, supply chain management, quality, order management, safety and logistics. In 2016, he was promoted to vice president & general manager of Valley International and in 2022, promoted to president of Irrigation. Prior to joining Valmont, Josh held various positions at Lear Corporation, General Electric’s Motor Division, Danaher Inc.’s Dynapar Encoder Business and Belden Corp. He is an experienced global executive who has deep, wide-ranging knowledge of lean enterprise, supply chain, operations management, product management, strategic planning, marketing, mergers and acquisitions and acquisition integration. He has an MBA from Purdue University’s Krannert School of Management, as well as a BS in engineering from Michigan State University. In 2019, he was appointed honorary consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representing the territories of Nebraska and Kansas. 114

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Leadership Bios Daniel Koppel, President, Agriculture Technology In his role as president of Ag Tech, Daniel guides the strategy and development of the company’s ag tech products and services. His passion for building technological solutions that feed the world led to the successful global expansion and acquisition of Prospera by Valmont Industries in 2021. Daniel led the integration of Prospera’s crop analysis and irrigation anomaly detection solutions with Valley center pivot machines, resulting in strong adoption and greater yields for the grower. Daniel earned a B.Sc. in computer science from The Hebrew University. 115

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Leadership Bios Diane Larkin, EVP, Global Operations In her role as executive vice president of global operations at Valmont, Diane leads efforts to maximize the company’s manufacturing footprint across the entire enterprise. She’s also responsible for developing a long-term strategy for aligning operational performance with the global strategic plan and its growth initiatives. Diane joined Valmont in the summer of 2020, bringing decades of strategic operations and manufacturing experience with her. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in political science from UCLA. Diane then served as an officer in the United States Army for 10 years before entering the private sector. 116

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Leadership Bios Avner Applbaum, EVP & Chief Financial Officer Avner joined Valmont in 2020 as executive vice president and chief financial officer. He is responsible for developing and implementing the company’s financial strategy. Avner oversees financial activities, including accounting and controllership, financial planning and analysis, tax, investor relations, internal audit and treasury. In addition, he leads the IT infrastructure, cybersecurity and technology innovation functions. Prior to joining Valmont, Avner held several CFO positions for private equity-backed companies and spent more than 15 years in senior financial and operational roles in publicly traded manufacturing companies, including Ametek, Belden and TE Connectivity (formerly Tyco Electronics). Earlier in his career, he worked for Ernst & Young. Avner has a proven track record of enhancing shareholder value, leveraging lean and technological advancements. His experience includes developing and deploying lean management systems and forecasting models to provide consistent, accurate and reliable information, supporting strategic decision making. Avner received his Bachelor of Arts in accounting/economics from Bar-Ilan University in Israel and is a certified public accountant. 117

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Leadership Bios Renee Campbell, SVP, Investor Relations & Treasurer As senior vice president, investor relations and treasurer, Renee supports the company’s long-term growth strategy, focusing on investor relations strategy, capital allocation and capital structure, treasury operations, cash management and risk management. One of Renee’s key responsibilities is creating a treasury center of excellence focused on cash optimization, capital allocation and working-capital improvement, assuring that the finance function achieves its strategic goals and enhances stakeholder value. She also directs the communication of sustainability and corporate social-responsibility efforts and serves as the company’s liaison for all government, public and media relations. Renee began her career at Valmont in 1995, holding a variety of increasingly responsible financial-management roles, including vice president, investor relations and corporate communications. She has been instrumental in advancing the company’s investor relations strategies across the organization by broadening awareness of Valmont among institutional investors and educating current and prospective investors about the company’s business strategy, performance and outlook. Renee’s career path includes serving as director of corporate treasury at West Corporation and vice president of global cash operations at ACI Worldwide. She earned her BS in business administration from the University of Nebraska — Lincoln. 118