Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to a liquid solution formulation including gibberellic acid (“GA3”), gibberellin4 (“GA4”), gibberellin4/7 (“GA4/7”), or combinations thereof, and a low-volatile, organic solvent, and methods of their use. Specifically, the liquid solution formulations of the present invention are directed toward agricultural liquid solution formulations including at least one gibberellin and a low-volatile, organic solvent selected from polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, and/or a non-polymeric glycol.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to non-aqueous solutions of plant growth regulator(s) and polar and/or semi-polar organic solvent(s), methods for making said non-aqueous solution, and methods for improving the growth and crop productivity of plants using said non-aqueous solution.

Abstract: A composition and method to mitigate plant autophagy and/or apoptosis of newly developing cells in plants grown under environmentally stressful growing conditions, such as high temperature. Exogenous application of a cytokinin, preferably kinetin, to either the roots or the foliage (i.e., flowers and leaves) of plants has been discovered to overcome, or at least substantially mitigate, autophagy when applied during or just prior to flowering. Experimental results indicate that high temperature-induced autophagy, and subsequent new cell apoptosis, is the result of a deficiency of cytokinin in the plant tissues. The application of low concentrations of potassium together with the cytokinin appears to provide a synergistic effect by amplifying the effect of the cytokinin to lessen autophagy and increase crop productivity.

Abstract: A method for increasing and/or preserving yields and/or biomass in crop species including potatoes, beets, sugar cane, corn, soybeans and others by exogenous application of trehalose and/or trehalose derivatives at any time in the growing process such as before crop sowing, during sowing, or during plant establishment.

Abstract: Trehalose or trehalose-6-phosphate, when applied exogenously to citrus trees that are compromised in their growth and development with the condition referred to as citrus greening or HLB, can overcome the deadly effects of the problem. Renewal of tree tissue with trehalose or trehalose-6-phosphate has been documented to begin as soon as 72 hours after exogenous application to the dying tree. The tissue renewal continues with near complete renewal of the leaf canopy, development of fruiting buds, followed by flower development and then development of the flowers into abundant and healthy fruits. Much of what appeared to be dead wood tissue could be covered with healthy new leaves within 2 to 4 months after application. Addition of defined hormones to the soil application of trehalose or trehalose-6-phosphate further enhanced development of new canopy and root tissue.

Abstract: A method for increasing and/or preserving yields and/or biomass in crop species including potatoes, beets, sugar cane, corn, soybeans and others by exogenous application of trehalose and/or trehalose derivatives at any time in the growing process such as before crop sowing, during sowing, or during plant establishment. The method, when applied early in crop production results in enhanced health and vigor of the mother plant resulting in healthier produce having reduced sugars from the mother plant.

Abstract: A composition and method to mitigate plant autophagy and/or apoptosis of newly developing cells in plants grown under environmentally stressful growing conditions, such as high temperature. Exogenous application of a cytokinin, preferably kinetin, to either the roots or the foliage (i.e., flowers and leaves) of plants has been discovered to overcome, or at least substantially mitigate, autophagy when applied during or just prior to flowering. Experimental results indicate that high temperature-induced autophagy, and subsequent new cell apoptosis, is the result of a deficiency of cytokinin in the plant tissues. The application of low concentrations of potassium together with the cytokinin appears to provide a synergistic effect by amplifying the effect of the cytokinin to lessen autophagy and increase crop productivity.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for inhibiting the growth of disease organisms, particularly fungi and bacteria, on plant tissues. The present invention is also directed to methods for inhibiting the infestation of plants by insects and larva, particularly sucking and chewing insects. These methods are achieved by applying an auxin or a plant growth regulator (PGR) which will effect the level of auxin in the plant tissue to the seeds or tubers of the plant prior to planting or to the roots, foliage, flowers or fruit of the plant after planting.

Abstract: In agriculture when temperature and moisture deviate from the norm two things happen, plant growth suffers and disease flourishes. The Stoller model for plant growth states that proper hormone balance is necessary for optimum growth and performance. When growth conditions deviate from the norm, hormone balance is altered and plant growth suffers. This invention presents evidence to support this model and explain the relationship between hormone levels and plant growth. A clear understanding of this relationship will facilitate crop treatments aimed to eliminate these problems. Although we cannot control the climate, we can control the damage caused by environmental stresses by manipulating the levels and/or ratio of plant hormones in the different plant tissues. By adjusting the levels and/or ratios of hormones, particularly auxin and cytokinins in the root tissue, we can assist the plant in overcoming or compensating for this environmental stress.

Abstract: A fertilizer composition which provides high soil mobility of phosphorus comprising an intimate mixture of 1 to 100 micron size ground rock phosphate and sufficient sulfur of 1 to 5 micron size in a weight ratio of P.sub.2 O.sub.5 :S in the range of 1:0.5 to 1:2.0 to convert said rock phosphate to a soluble form of phosphorus when said sulfur is oxidized by soil bacteria to sulfuric acid.

Abstract: High analysis non-ammoniated liquid fertilizers comprising the reaction product of urea and phosphoric acid having a pH between 1.5 and 4 and optionally containing the reaction product of urea and sulfuric acid, various trace including those normally found as contaminants in wet process phosphoric acid, potash and gelling agents, said fertilizers being further characterized as having total analysis of N, P.sub.2 O.sub.5 and K.sub.2 O of at least 25 weight percent and preferably 30 weight percent or greater, stabilized against decomposition of the urea portion of the reaction products by the presence of from about 1 to 2.5 weight percent ammonia, when P.sub.2 O.sub.5 is greater than 30 weight percent and from about 1 to 4 weight percent ammonia when P.sub.2 O.sub.5 is less than 30 weight percent with an amount of less than 2.5 weight percent ammonia being preferred in both cases.

Abstract: High analysis liquid fertilizers comprising the reaction product of urea and phosphoric acid having a pH between 1.5 and 4 and optionally containing the reaction product of urea and sulfuric acid, various trace elements including those normally found as contaminants in wet process phosphoric acid, potash and gelling agents, said fertilizers being further characterized as having total analysis of N, P.sub.2 O.sub.5 and K.sub.2 O of at least 25 weight percent and preferably 30 weight percent or greater.

Abstract: A method of stabilizing a concentrated lactose containing mixture such as cheese whey by adding to the mixture certain lignin sulfonates in an amount sufficient to retard crystal growth of lactose. The lignin sulfonate can be added prior to or after the lactose mixture is concentrated. There is also provided an animal food supplement comprising a concentrated whey and an amount of certain lignin sulfonates sufficient to retard crystal growth of lactose in the concentrated whey and maintain the animal food supplement in a flowable form.