Innovation is a mindset, not just a skill set. It’s about looking past the technology to lead with boldness, resilience, and inclusivity. Innovation requires rethinking how we co-create together, not just upgrading our technology stack. Innovation is about creating explicit value for the customer. Shannon Hauf, PhD, Senior Vice President and Head of Seed Production Innovation, Bayer Crop Science, knows this, which is why we interviewed her to learn more about innovation.