Patents by Inventor William J. Colfer

William J. Colfer 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).

  • Artichoke plant named 'PS-MSG0677'
    Publication number: 20190327869
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus L. cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0677’, characterized by its fleshiness of bracts; fleshiness of hearts; uniformity of head shapes; and male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 20, 2018
    Publication date: October 24, 2019
    Applicants: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. COLFER
  • Artichoke plant named 'PS-MSG0619'
    Publication number: 20130212757
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus L. cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0619’, characterized by its fleshiness of bracts; fleshiness of hearts; uniformity of head shapes; and male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Publication date: August 15, 2013
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke hybrid named ‘PS-H1860’
    Patent number: 7902429
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of artichoke named ‘PS-H1860’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, and uniformity of head shapes ability to bolt in warm summer conditions (reduced vernalization requirements) allowing spring/summer planting and fall production.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke hybrid named ‘PS-H2015’
    Patent number: 7868225
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of artichoke named ‘PS-H2015’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes; strong violet blush coloration; and ability to bolt in warm summer conditions (reduced vernalization requirements) allowing spring/summer planting and fall production.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • ARTICHOKE HYBRID NAMED 'PS-H1860'
    Publication number: 20090328257
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of artichoke named ‘PS-H1860’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, and uniformity of head shapes ability to bolt in warm summer conditions (reduced vernalization requirements) allowing spring/summer planting and fall production.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventor: William J. COLFER
  • Artichoke hybrid named 'PS-H2015'
    Publication number: 20090044299
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid of artichoke named ‘PS-H2015’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes; strong violet blush coloration; and ability to bolt in warm summer conditions (reduced vernalization requirements) allowing spring/summer planting and fall production.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Publication date: February 12, 2009
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke hybrid named ‘PS-H1855’
    Patent number: 7279614
    Abstract: A new and distinct artichoke hybrid named ‘PS-H1855’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes and ability to bolt in warm summer conditions (reduced vernalization requirements) allowing spring/summer planting and fall production.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • ARTICHOKE PLANT NAMED 'PS-IG0092'
    Publication number: 20040060088
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0092’, characterized by its moderate bud size, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, and uniformity of head shapes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Publication date: March 25, 2004
    Applicant: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0130’
    Patent number: PP12206
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0130’ characterized by having large, non-glossy heads and thick, fleshy bracts and hearts. ‘PS-IG0130’ shows uniformity of head shapes and a reduced plant height.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0292’
    Patent number: PP12207
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0292’ characterized by having male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis. The new cultivar has numerous, large, non-glossy heads and thick, fleshy bracts and hearts. ‘PS-MSG0292’ shows uniformity of head shapes and a compact, reduced plant growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0131’
    Patent number: PP12208
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0131’ characterized by having large, non-glossy heads and thick, fleshy bracts and hearts. ‘PS-IG0131’ shows uniformity of head shapes, a compact plant height and a broad plant width.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0290’
    Patent number: PP12209
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0290’ characterized by having male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis. The new cultivar has numerous, large, non-glossy heads and thick, fleshy bracts and hearts. ‘PS-MSG0290’ shows uniformity of head shapes and a compact, reduced plant growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2000
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2001
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0060’
    Patent number: PP14432
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0060’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2003
    Assignee: Plant Sciences, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0006’
    Patent number: PP14540
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0006’, characterized by male sterility, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes, compace, reduced plant height, and reduced spinosity on bracts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2004
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0003’
    Patent number: PP14578
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0003’, characterized by male sterility, large head size, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, uniformity of head shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2004
    Assignee: Plant Sciences, Inc.
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0092’
    Patent number: PP14802
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-IG0092’, characterized by its moderate bud size, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, and uniformity of head shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2004
    Assignee: Seed Research Services, LLC
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0417’
    Patent number: PP20232
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0417’, characterized by its numerous bud numbers, fleshiness of bracts, fleshiness of hearts, high fecundity rate and uniformity of head shapes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2009
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0204’
    Patent number: PP21593
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cynara cardunculus L. cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSC0204’, characterized by its fleshiness of bracts; fleshiness of hearts; uniformity of head shapes; and male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2010
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0619’
    Patent number: PP24425
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus L. cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0619’, characterized by its fleshiness of bracts; fleshiness of hearts; uniformity of head shapes; and male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Ocean Mist Farms
    Inventor: William J. Colfer
  • Artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0677’
    Patent number: PP31354
    Abstract: A new and distinct Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus L. cultivar of artichoke plant named ‘PS-MSG0677’, characterized by its fleshiness of bracts; fleshiness of hearts; uniformity of head shapes; and male sterility which is demonstrated by the absence of pollen on all florets during anthesis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2020
    Assignees: PLANT SCIENCES, INC., OCEAN MIST FARMS
    Inventor: William J. Colfer