b'CONTENTS / JANUARY 2025Features06 Bring It On!New IPSA board president set to lead with purpose.12 After the Patents ExpireOff-patent genetics offer opportuni-ties for independent seed companies.18 Unlocking the Secrets to Shorter Grain CornISU researchers identify genetic traits that control Auxin and develop shorter corn plants.06 26 Seed World Rising Seed StarsMeet 21 exceptional students from seed science programs across the U.S., driving innovation and address-ing agricultures biggest challenges.33 125 Years StrongCelebrating a century and a quar-ter of progress, the Indiana Crop Improvement Association reflects on its commitment to advancing agri-culture and seed quality through the Corn Belt Seed Conference.34 Dramatic Shifts Ahead for Global AgricultureDan Basse gives the popular agricul-ture economic outlook.18 Seed World U.S. Announces 38INSIDER of the YearSeed Worlds INSIDERS spark key conversations shaping the seed industrys future, with one leader standing out for his visionary per-spective and commitment to change.40 Seed Diversity in the Consolidation AgePreserving genetics in an era of unprecedented germplasm owner-ship concentration.47 Making Science MakeSense to Consumers40 Shared values can reshape the con-versation on food and agriculture.JANUARY 2025SEEDWORLD.COM /1'