b'CONTENTS / SEPTEMBER 2021Features04 State Laws Scrutinize SeedsSeed and seed protection was looked at under a magnifying glass.06 Do Your Employees Feel Valued?Keeping employees engaged in a time of pandemic has been a major challenge for many seed sellers.10 Vertical Veggies Mean Opportunities for Seed Companies are Sky-HighNew production practice spurs 06 demand for specialized plant genetics.12 Creating A Safe SpaceA look at how to make a safe working environment.16 Leading By Example and Fueled By PassionClassically trained corn breeder looks at examples of leadership from his past, to propel his strategy today.20 Diversity Needs to Be a Bigger Topic in SeedCreating an inclusive workforce is more than just meeting a numbers goal or checking a box.10 28 USDA Hemp State Plan MapThe USDA continues to approve state plans for industrial hemp growth. Heres an update as to where theyre at.29 U.S. Marijuana Law UpdateMore U.S. states are embracing cannabis for more than medicinal purposes.30 Industry Trailblazers are Creating Cannabis 3.0The seed industry has opened the door to a new era.36 Management 101: Planting Seeds for Success 30 Lessons in leadership can grow our global agriculture industry.SEPTEMBER 2021SEEDWORLD.COM /1'