Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of sweet corn hybrid SV1446SD and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of sweet corn hybrid SV1446SD and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a sweet corn plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another sweet corn plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the parts of such plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated GAA2020, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line GAA2020 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line GAA2020, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line GAA2020, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated GID2112, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line GID2112 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line GID2112, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line GID2112, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated IAX3405, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line IAX3405 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line IAX3405, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line IAX3405, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated ID3636, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line ID3636 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line ID3636, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line ID3636, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HID3753, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HID3753 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HID3753, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HID3753, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated FA7656, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line FA7656 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line FA7656, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line FA7656, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated IAX4438, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line IAX4438 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line IAX4438, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line IAX4438, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated KCI7538, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line KCI7538 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line KCI7538, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line KCI7538, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated HBA2631, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line HBA2631 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line HBA2631, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line HBA2631, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated XR27AK14RX. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety XR27AK14RX. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety XR27AK14RX and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety XR27AK14RX with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated XR30AR14RX. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety XR30AR14RX. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety XR30AR14RX and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety XR30AR14RX with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated XR30AT14RX. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety XR30AT14RX. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety XR30AT14RX and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety XR30AT14RX with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the production of sorghum hybrids with selected or delayed flowering times are provided. In accordance with the invention, a substantially continual and high-yield harvest of sorghum is provided. Improved methods of seed production are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of spinach hybrid SV3590VA and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of spinach hybrid SV3590VA and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a spinach plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another spinach plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the leaf and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of spinach hybrid SV5777VA and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of spinach hybrid SV5777VA and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a spinach plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another spinach plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the leaf and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of spinach hybrid SV4888VA and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of spinach hybrid SV4888VA and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a spinach plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another spinach plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the leaf and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: A method comprises receiving a flow of milk at an inlet of a manifold. The inlet comprises a first end coupled to a hose that receives a flow of milk from a teat cup and a second end terminating in a chamber of the manifold. The manifold comprises one or more other inlets and a plurality of outlets. The plurality of outlets includes one or more milk collector outlets and one or more drain outlets. The method proceeds by causing the flow of milk to be directed to a corresponding milk collector outlet by causing a shut-off valve corresponding to the inlet to open, and by causing a drain valve corresponding to the inlet to close. The method concludes by causing the flow of milk to be directed to a corresponding drain outlet by causing the drain valve corresponding to the inlet to open.

Abstract: Provided is a litter box for animals that is hygienic and easy to clean. A litter box for animals is provided with a lower container, the upper part of which is open and which has a lower bottom surface part and a lower side wall part standing up from the peripheral edge of the lower bottom surface part, and an upper container, the upper part of which is open and which is disposed above the lower container. The upper container is provided with a upper bottom surface part in which a plurality of through holes is formed, an upper wall part standing up from the peripheral edge of the upper bottom surface part, and an extending wall part that extends downward from the outer surface of the upper wall part. The lower end part of the extending wall part is disposed lower than the upper bottom surface part.

Abstract: Various embodiments disclosed relate to absorbent clumping animal litter compositions, and to methods of using and making the same. In some embodiments, the present invention provides an absorbent clumping animal litter composition including an absorbent component and a pumice component.

Abstract: A system for increasing the cleanliness of a sleeping area of a domesticated animal is disclosed. The system includes an inflatable mattress having a top opposing a bottom and a four sides. The top and sides of the mattress comprise non-permeable material configured for easy removal of dirt and other contaminants. A removable cover for covering the top and a portion of the four sides is removably coupled to the mattress by a plurality of fasteners. The removable cover comprises material that is washable. A plurality of downward facing suctions cups are affixed to the bottom of the inflatable mattress. The suction cups affixed to the bottom of the inflatable mattress are configured for preventing movement of the mattress when the suction cups engage an external surface.

Abstract: A livestock feeder with improved corrosion resistance and collapse resistance is described. The feeder comprises a polymeric cylinder with an open top and an interior surface. The interior surface defines a hollow interior where feedstuffs can be placed. One or more feeding portals extend through the cylinder to provide livestock access to feedstuffs. The feeding portals include a lower ledge against which livestock exerts a force while accessing feedstuffs in the feeder interior. A reinforcing annulus extends around the interior surface of the feeder proximate to and below the lower feeding portal ledge. The reinforcing annulus may be integrally formed with the polymeric cylinder or separately formed and attached to the polymeric cylinder. The feeder can withstand repeated feedings without collapse.

Abstract: A arrangement for milking animals includes a milking station, a transport conduit, a main milk tank storing milk from the milking station, a connection conduit extending from the transport conduit to the main milk tank, a cleaning liquid arrangement, and a valve arrangement. From the milking station a connection pipe leads to the transport conduit at a connection point. The cleaning liquid arrangement is connected to the transport conduit via the valve arrangement. The valve arrangement is positionable in at least a first position and a second position. In the first position the transport conduit forms a loop such that two flow paths from the connection point to the connection conduit are provided by the transport conduit, and in the second position the loop is interrupted such that one flow path only from the connection point to the connection conduit is provided by the transport conduit.

Abstract: Suction teat arrangement for an automatic feeder for feeding livestock, in particular calves, with a suction teat holder, which has a suction teat receiver for receiving a suction teat, a fastening device for fastening the suction teat holder on a feed stand and a supply connection for connection with a supply line, a valve, with which a liquid supply from the supply line to the suction teat can be released and blocked, and a branch connection for connection with a branch line, characterized in that the valve and the branch connection are integrated into the suction teat holder.

Abstract: An electronic monitoring device (20) for attaching to an animal (21) for determining a plurality of states of an animal (21). The monitoring device (20) comprises an NFC module (31) which facilitates wireless communication between a smart phone (32) and the monitoring device (20). The monitoring device (20) comprises an accelerometer (27) for monitoring acceleration of the head (25) of the animal (21). A microprocessor (28) determines various states of the animal from signals received from the accelerometer (27). The smart phone (32) is programmed by a software application which allows an identifying code of the monitoring device (20) to be read from the memory chip (36) and cross-referenced in the smart phone (32) with the identity of an animal, which can be inputted into the smart phone (32). Data relating to the state or states of the animal can be read from the microprocessor (28) through the NFC module (31) wirelessly into the smart phone (32).

Abstract: A multi-layered animal garment is disclosed configured to aid shedding of fur from an animal. The garment includes a fur agitation layer comprising a plurality of fur agitation features to facilitate the shedding as the fur agitation layer moves relative to the fur and a mesh layer configured to retain fur pieces shed from the fur.

Abstract: A system for washing, dipping, and drying animals includes a water and fume retaining stall, a hood for covering the stall, and an air circulating unit for supplying warm air and for exhausting fumes, including fumes associated with flea and tick formulas used in dipping processes. A double-walled shell coupled with a base unit housing mechanical utilities serves as the stall. Water supply and wastewater drainage systems are coupled for direct communication with a tub, sink or laundry connection, and an associated drain. Fluids can be recycled and discharged to the stall, for reuse, and can be mixed with various solutions, including dipping solutions. The stall, hood and air circulating unit can be modular, for versatility. Steps can be provided to facilitate ingress and egress by the animal. A stool can be provided for the user, and the stall can be elevated, to promote user comfort.

Abstract: A battery operated animal release tool and associated method for initiating release of the clamped jaws of e.g. a dog, including: a vibratable probe connected at a proximate end to a handle means, and an actuator for selectively operating the vibration of the vibratable probe, at least part of the vibratable probe being selectively moveably mounted to cause vibration of a distal end of the vibratable probe remote from the handle means, wherein in use the tool is arranged to communicate a vibrating sensation to the mouth of the animal on contact of the probe with the animal.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of a leash generally includes an elastic core and at least one loop or eyelet having an opening that allow an extra clip to be attached near the handle. The clip may be used to selectively gather a portion of the leash in a loop to thereby shorten the effective length of the leash. The extra clip may be used to attach the leash to an object without detaching the leash from the pet's collar. Both ends of the leash may have hooks for releasable attachment to a pet collar and/or to a handle. The handle may also be attached to a loop in the middle of the leash for converting the leash into two shorter connected leashes for walking two pets. A single handle may further be attached to two leashes to allow four pets to be walked concurrently and tangle-free while using the single handle.

Abstract: An inventive animal collar device is described herein that monitors location, physiological information and/or environmental information relating to an animal wearing the device. The collar may include multiple sensors and other electrical components embedded within the collar body that provide means for: tracking and monitoring an animal's activity and whereabouts, increasing visibility of the collar, and storing and retrieving animal, environment and system information. The collar may implement one or more wired or wireless communication devices so that the collar may transmit data to a connected computing device. The collar may also include one or more antennas to send and/or receive location information associated with the device. The collar may include a removable module that attaches to the collar via a module dock. The removable module may include any of the electronic components and may allow for the collar body to remain on the animal during information transfer and/or charging.

Abstract: A waste disposal device includes a waste container having a first compartment and a second compartment and a leash connected to the waste container at each of a first location of the waste container and a second location of the waste container, such that a portion of the leash between the first location and the second location define a first handle. The waste container may include an opening in a surface of the waste container that exposes a portion of the second compartment. The first compartment may further include a liner. The leash may further have a second handle at a location apart from the first handle.

Abstract: A device (5) attached to the neck (6) of an animal (2) comprises an accelerometer (17) which produces first and second signals indicative of the raised and lowered state of the head (7) of the animal (2) and movement of the animal (2). A microprocessor (20) in the device (5) processes the first and second signals to determine if the animal is ruminating, resting, feeding or in a highly active state during respective second predefined time periods of approximately 15 minutes duration. Data indicative of the ruminating, resting, feeding and the highly active state of the animal is stored by the microprocessor (20) in the device (5) and is periodically wirelessly communicated to a base station computer which further processes the data to determine various health states of the animal.

Abstract: An insulated egg incubator having a base pan with a bottom into which eggs are placed for incubation until hatching. Water channels are evenly disbursed in the bottom of the base pan for adding water and humidity to the incubator. A plastic molded screen is located in the base pan above the water channels to support the eggs. A top lid of a smaller dimension than the base pan is provided for completely nesting upside down into the base pan for shipping of the incubator. A window is in the top lid for viewing within the incubator. An insulated heater with a plastic fan assembly is mounted to the inside of the top lid. A digital control unit is mounted in the top lid with a rectifier connected to and controlling the on-off modes of the heater and the fan. A thermistor is provided inside the top lid and connected to the control unit placeable on the eggs for displaying the temperature within the incubator at the top of the eggs and inputting temperature readings to the control unit for operation of the heater.

Abstract: Many types of artificial reefs have been deployed in the world's oceans, bays and estuaries. These range from sinking ships to dispersing old building debris. In most approaches, the material placed in the marine environment lacks any nutrients needed for growth or concern regarding proper chemical conditions necessary to start and sustain life. In this discovery, concrete is made from both inorganic and organic components. The inorganic components are selected to include species that will be used to create a receptive surface to start and sustain life. Moreover, other conditions such as pH, chemical toxicity, nutrient levels and biodegradability are considered in the formulation. Additionally, there is an organic component that is part of the concentration mixture which provides trace nutrients and serves to weaken the structures so it will biodegrade over time. The biodegradable concrete slowly releases small quantities of resources (over months and years) providing a steady flux of essential nutrients.

Abstract: According to an example, artificial ovulation and spawning of freshwater eels may be induced to promote artificial ovulation without employing intraperitoneal injection, by feeding a feminization-inducing material (e.g., 17?-estradiol) for inducing feminization during a predetermined period into a raising bath in which broodfish are raised and, when an ovulation induction period arrives, adding pituitary extracts of catadromous fish as an artificial ovulation-promoting substance to the bath. Raising water of the raising bath may be prepared by selectively setting fresh water, brackish water and seawater conditions, a feminization-inducing material for inducing complete feminization of broodfish of the freshwater eels is fed to the raising bath, including the raising water under a fresh water condition, and pre-treatment for feminization is performed.

Abstract: This invention refers to a mouse for human hepatitis studies wherein the mouse has been injected with CD34+ stem cells and wherein the mouse is immunocompromised, as well as a method of manufacturing a mouse model comprising administering CD34+ stem cells as defined herein into an immunocompromised mouse as defined herein. The invention also refers to the use of a mouse as defined for testing the efficiency of putative anti-HBV or anti-HCV drugs or for characterizing changes in viral quasispecies during HBV or HCV infection.

Abstract: The invention in some aspects relates to isolated nucleic acids, compositions, and kits useful for identifying adeno-associated viruses in cells. In some aspects, the invention provides kits and methods for producing somatic transgenic animal models using recombinant AAV (rAAV) to an animal having at least one transgene that expresses a small interfering nucleic acid or at least one binding site for a miRNA.

Abstract: The invention relates to an automatic retractable float for use with a crab net including a body which floats in water and an automatic retraction and extension mechanism for automatically extending and retracting line from the body. In use the line is attached to the crab net, the crab net deployed and the body floats when in water towards the surface of the water. The automatic extension and retraction mechanism causes the line to be extended and retracted between the body on the surface of the water and the crab net, substantially keeping the line taut to help prevent tangling. The invention also relates to a method of use.

Abstract: An accessory for a treble fishing hook features an attachment body spanning about a longitudinal axis on which an opening extends into said attachment body. The attachment body has a plurality of slots spaced apart around said longitudinal axis, and each slot has a first leg extending axially into the attachment body from a first axial end of the attachment body toward an opposing second axial end thereof. Each slot is arranged to receive and engage an intermediate portion of a respective hook of the fishing hook into the slot via an open end of the first leg of the slot at the first axial end of the attachment body. The attachment hangs from the intermediate portions of the hooks to support a dressing on the treble hook while leaving the tips or points of the hooks unobscured for normal use during a fish bite.

Abstract: A fishing pole with leverage bar comprising a fishing pole, where the fishing pole includes a rod and a handle; a leverage bar attached to the handle, where the leverage bar is positioned parallel to the handle; a pair of fasteners to attach the leverage bar to the handle, where the pair of fasteners enable movement of the leverage bar from an extended position to a retracted position. The fishing pole with leverage bar provides a convenient armrest upon which a fisherman rests their arm while retrieving in a fish.

Abstract: A holder attachment for rigging used in fishing. The holder includes an elongate unitary body made of an elastic material and has four laterally facing surfaces and two end surfaces. The two end surfaces each have an outwardly opening cavity therein that also opens outwardly at laterally opposite sides. One of the side surfaces has a pair of longitudinally extending and outwardly protruding ribs defining a slot therebetween that opens axially at the oppositely facing end surfaces. The ribs each have a longitudinally extending cavity to define together an elongate channel. The ribs are configured to be forcibly elastically spread apart to facilitate the reception of a fishing rod or pole therebetween and into the channel, a release of the force spreading the ribs apart enabling the elasticity of the material to return to its original shape to hold the rod in the channel.

Abstract: An active barrier to termites and other insects includes a polymeric or paper substrate; and a copper-carbon matrix, wherein the copper-carbon matrix is incorporated into or is coated onto the polymeric or paper substrate. The resulting combination of the substrate and copper-carbon matrix allows for the creation of films, tapes, coated paper and fabric, or molded or formed parts that interfere with and block the passage or entry beyond the barrier of termites or other insects. Uses may be as diverse as but not limited to underlayment(s) for temporary, semi-permanent or permanent structures as well as films and barriers for walls, roofs of permanent, semi-permanent or temporary structures, or interior spaces, cabinets, or vehicles or protecting equipment, telecommunication gear, electronics or other assets that may be impacted, damaged or degraded by termite or other such insect infestation.

Abstract: Devices according to the present disclosure include humane animal traps that include convenient setting elements and/or safety features. These traps comprise a body, an entrance to the body, a door, a bias mechanism configured to bias the door toward a position, a setting mechanism to hold the door open against its bias and a trigger mechanism configured to release the setting mechanism. The setting elements can comprise features allowing for one-handed setting, such as a handle connected to the door and a setting-base portion connected to the bias mechanism. The safety features can include a connecting mechanism connected to the door, which can be configured to temporarily connect the open door to a portion of the trap body, such that the door cannot swing in accordance with its bias during baiting of the trap.

Abstract: A bird deterrent has a base and at least one branched spike extending from the base. The branching can occur anywhere along the spike, and a single branch point can give rise to multiple branches. Spikes can have multiple branches. The various branches can be of any suitable length(s), and can be oriented in any suitable direction(s).

Abstract: The present invention relates to stabilization of cells at ambient temperatures. More particularly, the present invention relates to formulations, compositions, kits and methods that allow dehydration and rehydration of cells and dramatically increased recovery of functional cells after dry storage at room temperature.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for collecting and preserving biological specimens, such as human and animal tissues, cell types and subcellular materials for biobanking cryopreservation, comprising the steps of i) placing said specimen in a cooling fluid pre-set at a first predetermined temperature of between ?10° C. and ?60° C. for snap freezing—i.e. rapidly freezing—the specimen, and ii) reducing the temperature of said cooling fluid to a second predetermined temperature suitable for preserving said specimen. The reduction of the temperature in step ii) is performed by a predetermined cooling profile. The invention is further directed to an apparatus (1, 100) for collecting and preserving biological specimens such as human and animal tissues, cell types and subcellular materials for biobanking cryopreservation, comprising a receiving means (2) for receiving a cooling fluid and said specimen, and cooling means (5) to cool said fluid in said receiving means (2).

Abstract: A biopsy sample storage device is configured to provide tissue samples that can be cut into at least two sections for different types of analysis. A first portion of the sample may be frozen for cryo-preservation, while a second portion of the same sample may be chemically preserved for histological analysis.

Abstract: An apparatus for producing biobased carriers for dispersal of biological and chemical molecules includes a premixer having a first inlet, a first outlet, a cavity configured for receiving a wet coproduct and a binder through the first inlet, and a stirring apparatus within the cavity for premixing the wet coproduct and binder into a substantially homogeneous mixture; a high shear mixer having a housing, a drive apparatus and a high shear apparatus, the housing defining an opening, the drive apparatus being within the housing and for forcing the substantially homogeneous mixture from the premixer into the high shear apparatus, and the high shear apparatus including a rotor, a stator and a screen covering the opening and being for shear mixing the mixture including forcing the mixture through the screen and out of the housing in the form of nucleation enhanced particles; and an agglomerator having an interior chamber sized and configured to receive the nucleation enhanced particles from the high shear mixer and

Abstract: Fumigant compositions including hexafluoropropene or 1,1,3,3,3-pentafluoropropene, and methods of preparing such compositions, are provided herein. The fumigant compositions may be suitable for use as soil fumigant compositions and structural fumigant compositions against a variety of undesirable species such as weeds, nematodes, pathogens, animals and insects. The fumigant compositions also have low toxicity and low Global Warming Potential.

Abstract: An insect control formulation including methyl eugenol, cue lure and a biodegradable wax carrier is a surprisingly effective attractant for Oriental fruit flies (Bactrocera dorsalis) and Melon flies (Bactrocera cucurbitae). Formulation embodiments that include at least one insect toxicant are surprisingly effective for use in fruit fly MAT attract and kill systems, and are suitable for on-crop or off-crop uses. Formulation embodiments can be provided as aqueous emulsions having viscosities appropriate for use in aerial or backpack spray applications or for delivery using caulk gun-type or grease pump-type devices. Other formulation embodiments can be provided as solid blocks, granules or powders.