b'Personal ReflectionsChris Leonard, AgronomixMarshaH Lynn A-Marcelin, Software president and DietersAgronomix Software vice president, son-in-law operationsIt was during one of his manyWhat set Dieter apart was business trips that I first methis lifelong passion for plant Dieter. I was living in Brisbane,breeding and his bold vision Australia, in 2005, and he wasto help end world hungera there for the annual Agronomixmission he embraced as his Big Training Course and KarissasHairy Audacious Goal (BHAG). graduation from Youth With AHe didnt just dream big; he Mission. His kindness and genuinedelivered, founding and developing interest in people were evidentAGROBASE and Genovix, now from our very first conversation. leading plant breeding software Karissa and I were goodused worldwide to advance crop friends, and I was invited toscience.join some of their family dayTrue to his values, Dieter trips. Dieter gently asked aboutreinvested company profits my life, faith, family and travelinto agricultural programs experiences. That was also when Iin developing countries, first learned about Agronomix. ensuring technology Dieter loved talking aboutreached those who needed Agronomix, and I enjoyed listeningit most. His legacy is to his wisdom and countlessone of purpose-driven experiences. His humility andinnovation, global impact, ability to rethink decisionsand an unshakable belief in for the greater gooda raresciences power to feed the trait in leadersshowed howworld.deeply he valued the missionBeyond his brilliance, of Agronomix over personalDieter brought warmth and comfort. He naturally createdhumor to every interaction. a safe environment for growth,His presence energizedL-R Enid Perez-Lara, Dieter Mulitze and Jia Sun empowering me and others. Thisand inspired, and hisrepresenting Agronomix at an event. mentorship style helped shapeabsence is deeply felt. future leaders within Agronomix. We at Agronomix remain honored and committed to carrying forward his vision, values and a relentless passion for excellence.Mary Jane Mercado, Agronomix Software financial controllerDieter embodied three enduring qualities that deeply influenced me: humility, reverence for God, and profound wisdom. He led Agronomix with integrity, compassion, and an unwavering moral compasshis leadership was truly transformative.With his optimism and humor, he brightened every room and fostered an environment of respect and inspiration. He remains my ideal leader; though no longer with us, his spirit and teachings continue to guide me in business and in life. His legacy lives on, not only in his work but in the countless lives he touched. Dieter adored his wife Ellen Mulitze.SEPTEMBER 2025SEEDWORLD.COM /7'