Patents by Inventor John Reuben Clark

John Reuben Clark has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20150351297
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar named ‘APF-153T’ which originated from seed produced by a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. Selection A-2301T (non-patented, unreleased genotype)×APF-49T (non-patented, unreleased genotype) is provided. This new blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by its very large attractive fruit, very good flavor, excellent plant health, very early ripening, thornless, erect canes and primocane fruiting habit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2014
    Publication date: December 3, 2015
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Publication number: 20150237785
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of blackberry plant named ‘APF-122’. Characteristics include its precocity, high soluble solids (even at the red-black stage), very little postharvest reddening (<10%), heavy over-crops on its compact primocanes such that a floricane crop would generally not be economically viable.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 20, 2014
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, Ellen Thompson, Mario Aguas-Alvarado
  • Publication number: 20150150169
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar named ‘A-1960’ which originated from seed produced by a hand pollinated cross of Ark. Selection Ark.-1583 (non-patented, unreleased genotype; female)×Ark.-1482 (non-patented, unreleased genotype; male) is provided. This new blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm fruit with long shape, medium-large size, attractive fruit appearance, very good flavor, excellent plant health, and cane erectness.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2013
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20150106983
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct peach tree cultivar named ‘Souvenirs’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 708 (non-patented)×Winblo (non-patented) made in 2001. This new peach cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm fruit with slow-melting yellow flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium size, attractive appearance, high red skin color, excellent fruit quality, good flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Publication number: 20150106982
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Amoore Sweet’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting yellow flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct low-acid nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Publication number: 20150106981
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Bowden’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting white flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct white nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Publication number: 20150040278
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20150040279
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25696
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25697
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Hope’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1562 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1704 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its very tight large clusters, fruity flavor, high yields, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25726
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25746
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Gratitude’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1925 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; female)×A-1581 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; male). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, green, crisp berries with neutral flavor and resists cracking from rainfall at maturity. The fruit grows in large tight clusters, the vines have medium vigor, and the plants are healthy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25864
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar named ‘A-2312’ which originated from seed produced by a hand pollinated cross of Ark. Selection APF-1 (non-patented, unreleased genotype)×A-2002 (non-patented, unreleased genotype) is provided. This new blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by its firm, large, sweet fruit with excellent postharvest handling potential, attractive fruit appearance, very good flavor, excellent plant health, potential reduced chilling requirement compared to other cultivars, and high yields.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26120
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar named ‘Osage’ which originated from seed produced by a hand pollinated cross of Ark. Selection ‘A-1719T’ (non-patented, unreleased genotype)בA-2108T’ (non-patented, unreleased genotype) is provided. This new blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by its excellent flavor, thornless canes, even drupelet fill and lack of white drupelets on berries, medium berry size, excellent postharvest storage potential, mid-early season ripening, high yields and healthy plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 24, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26367
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Amoore Sweet’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting yellow flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct low-acid nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26368
    Abstract: A new and distinct primocane-fruiting cultivar of Blackberry plant named ‘Camila’ as described and illustrated herein. Distinctive characteristics of ‘Camila’ include its earliness, thornless stems, large sized fruit and sweetness without bitter aftertaste.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2016
    Assignee: Hortifrut S.A.
    Inventors: Maria Pilar Banados Ortiz, Alejandra Andrea Salgado Rojas, John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26402
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Bowden’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting white flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct white nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26405
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct blackberry cultivar named ‘A-1960’ which originated from seed produced by a hand pollinated cross of Ark. Selection Ark.-1583 (non-patented, unreleased genotype; female)×Ark.-1482 (non-patented, unreleased genotype; male) is provided. This new blackberry cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm fruit with long shape, medium-large size, attractive fruit appearance, very good flavor, excellent plant health, and cane erectness.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP26413
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Blackberry plant named ‘Amara’ as described and shown herein. ‘Amara’ has a primocane fruiting habit on a thornless plant, coupled with high fruit quality (visually attractive with excellent flavor, firmness, and low regression to red drupelets in post harvest).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: Hortifrut, S.A.
    Inventors: Maria Pilar Banados Ortiz, Alejandra Andrea Salgado Rojas, John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26902
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Blackberry plant named ‘Emilia’ as described and shown herein. Distinctive characteristics of ‘Emilia’ include its earliness, thornless stems, large sized fruit and sweetness without bitter aftertaste.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2016
    Assignee: Hortifrut, S.A.
    Inventors: Maria Pilar Banados Ortiz, Alejandra Andrea Salgado Rojas, Jessica Maria Gonzalez Mahan, John Reuben Clark