The Plant Initiative is sponsoring a free online mini-conference on corn (maize) "Corn as a Partner and Gift Giver: Voices of Respect" will be held Wednesday, November 18, 2026 from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Central US Time. Among the 10+ presenters are Robin Wall Kimmerer, Hope Flanagan, LoriAnn Bird, and Frank Kutka.