Abstract: An example mouse and rodent trap includes a base with an opening formed therein. A plank is formed in the base and extending at least partially across the opening formed in the base. A shaft is supported below the plank. A catch basin is provided below the base. The plank bends under weight of a mouse or rodent on the plank reaching down toward bait on the shaft causing the mouse or rodent to fall from the plank into a catch basin below the plank.

Abstract: A ground rodent prevention assembly includes a pair of outer walls each has an inner surface and an outer surface. The outer walls are laterally spaced from each other and oriented parallel to each other. The inner surfaces of the outer walls face each other. A front axle extends between the outer walls and is positioned adjacent to a front end of each of the outer walls. A cylinder is mounted on the front axle and is rotatable with respect to the outer walls. A plurality of spikes is attached to and extends outwardly from the cylinder. The spikes radially extend away from the cylinder. A handle is attached to the outer walls.

Abstract: A portable multi-use platform that is capable of providing 360 degree views for multiple persons safely and securely without interfering with each individuals comfort space. The platform can be easily set up and taken down and transported to different locations using a detachable wheeled frame assembly. The applications of this platform are not limited solely to hunting but can be used in numerous activities such as “zip-line” type sports, photography and video applications, utility pole climbing professions, as well as military and police operations. This platform solves the problem of partial views, limited occupants, and the transportation over terrain to and from site. It also addresses the issue of attaching to a plurality of various tree sizes with a sliding floor attachment system as well as a possible problem of tree lean and leveling with the use of a sliding “biter” system.

Abstract: The invention provides methods for the encapsulation of volatile organic compounds by formation of stable emulsions of the volatile organic compound that are mixed with encapsulating polymer solutions and then formed into ultrafine fibers. The ultrafine fibers containing the encapsulated volatile organic compounds can be formed into a variety of formats for use to preserve perishable products.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to insecticide formulations. The present disclosure relates more particularly to aqueous pymetrozine formulations that can be provided in concentrate form and methods for making them. In one aspect, the disclosure provides a composition including pymetrozine in particulate form; a first polymeric dispersing agent, the first polymeric dispersing agent being a copolymer of (a) a maleic acid monomer and (b) a hydrophobic monomer; and a second polymeric dispersing agent, the second polymeric dispersing agent being a copolymer of (a) a (meth)acrylic acid monomer, an ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid monomer or a combination thereof, (b) a (meth)acrylamido alkyl or aryl sulfonate monomer; and (c) a third monomer selected from one or more of vinylic compounds, (meth)acrylic esters, vinyl acetate, and substituted (meth)acrylamides.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an aqueous dispersion for sustained release of a functional component useful for a coating composition, and a preparation process and use thereof. The aqueous dispersion comprises polymeric particles with a polymeric core-shell structure and the functional component contained in the polymeric core of the polymeric particles, wherein the polymeric shell has Tg of 20° C. or less, and wherein the functional component has a water solubility of 10 g/100 g water or less at room temperature.

Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to improved methods and herbicidal glyphosate compositions for use in controlling the growth of weeds and unwanted vegetation, and particularly for use in controlling weeds in a crop of transgenic glyphosate-tolerant cotton plants by over-the-top, foliar application of a herbicidal glyphosate formulation.

Abstract: This invention relates to a fungicidal composition for controlling phytopathogenic diseases, comprising a mixture of volatile compounds: 14-17% v/v ethanol, 28-33% v/v 3-methylbutanol, 18-21% v/v isobutyl acetate, 17-20% v/v isoamyl acetate, and 13-16% v/v alpha-bisabolol, relative to the total volume of the composition. The invention also relates to the use of the fungicidal composition in order to inhibit the growth of the pathogenic fungus Botrytis cinerea.

Abstract: The present invention provides ?-keto peracids and methods for producing and using the same. In particular, ?-keto peracids are useful as antimicrobial agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compositions comprising certain pyrazolecarboxylic acid alkoxyamides according to formula (I) in combination with certain fungicides, to a process for preparing these compositions and to the use thereof as biologically active compositions, especially for the control of harmful microorganisms in plants and in the protection of materials and as plant growth regulators.

Abstract: The present specification discloses honeybee repellents exhibiting repellent properties similar to 2-heptanone, compositions comprising such repellents, uses to repel a honeybee from a mammal, location, plant, structure treated of such repellents, and methods of treating a mammal, location, plant, structure by applying such repellents.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of gibberellin 7 (GA7) for thinning of stone fruit, wherein the use comprises applying the GA7 to stone fruit in a first year by foliar spray within 12 weeks after full bloom, to achieve thinning in the following year. The stone fruit can be peach, nectarine, apricot, cherry, mirabelle or plum, preferably peach or nectarine. GA7 is used or applied in the period of 4 to 12 weeks after full bloom in the first year. The GA7, if used in admixture with GA4, has relative amounts of GA7 to GA4 of 70% GA7 or more and 30% GA4 or less.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions, and methods comprising a polyamine compound are described, which may be used to kill, disperse, treat, or reduce biofilms, or to inhibit or substantially prevent biofilm formation. In certain aspects, the present invention relates to compounds, compositions, and methods comprising polyamine compounds that have antimicrobial or dispersing activity against a variety of bacterial strains capable of forming biofilms.

Abstract: The invention relates to an agrochemical composition containing a compound of formula (1), a glutamic acid compound, and a source of magnesium and/or a source of iron. The composition applied e.g. foliarly has demonstrated synergistic benefits that improve crop yields and quality characteristics.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compositions for use to enhance weed control. Specifically, the present invention provides for methods and compositions that modulate glutamine synthetase in weed species. The present invention also provides for combinations of compositions and methods that enhance weed control.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compositions for use to enhance weed control. Specifically, the present invention provides for methods and compositions that modulate Acetyl-CoA carboxylase in weed species. The present invention also provides for combinations of compositions and methods that enhance weed control.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to stable suspension concentrates (SC) displaying shear thinning property and comprising: a water soluble salt, an electrolyte water thickening polymer (eg. xanthan gum or guar gum), an insoluble solid agrochemical and water. The water soluble salt can be an inorganic salt or a pesticide salt (eg. fertilizer or water soluble herbicide such as glyphosate, glufosinate, dicamba, MCPA or 2,4-D); the water thickening polymer is a water soluble polymer capable of fully hydrating and thickening the salt solution (eg. AGHRO DR-2000); and the insoluble solid agrochemical can be a cellulosic derivative MEHEC, a water insoluble pesticide (eg. atrazine, clothianidin or imidacloprid), a water insoluble growth regulator, a water insoluble micronutrient or mixtures thereof. The invention further relates to a method of producing said suspension comprising dissolving thickening polymer in water, adding water soluble salt and adding water insoluble agrochemical.

Abstract: Provided are novel polynucleotide compositions for enhancing the herbicidal activity of glyphosate. Specifically provided are methods and compositions for modulating 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase (EPSPS) in plant species. The present compositions and methods are useful in controlling glyphosate resistant weeds.

Abstract: A sanitizing product creation system employing electricity to produce products useful for sanitizing and disinfecting surfaces.

Abstract: The invention provides antimicrobial cleansing compositions comprising hypochlorous acid, in the pH range 2.5 to 6.0, and disposable wiping articles impregnated with these compositions, along with chlorine-impermeable and chlorine-resistant packaging for the compositions and articles. The invention also provides methods of treating blepharitis and acne, and of disinfecting the skin, with these compositions and articles.

Abstract: Disclosed is a disinfecting detergent. The disinfecting detergent comprises the following components: 0.1-6% (w/w %) of hydrogen peroxide, 0.01-0.6% (w/w %) of peroxyacetic acid, 0.01-2% (w/w %) of quaternary ammonium salts, 0.01-1% (w/w %) of surface active agent, 1-3% (w/w %) of alkali, 0-1% (w/w %) of sodium pyrophosphate, and 90-96% (w/w %) of water, the pH value of the disinfecting detergent being 7.0-9.9. The disinfecting detergent of the present invention has the advantages of low toxicity, low corrosivity, no pungent smell and fast, broad-spectrum and high-efficiency sterilization, virus killing effect and spore killing effect.

Abstract: Solid disinfectant dosage forms having a peroxy activator and a peroxy compound are provided. The dosage form can be selected so that addition of the dosage form to a predetermined quantity of water produces a disinfectant solution containing peracetic acid in a concentration of at least about 1000 ppm. The dosage form can include a colour indicator arranged to provide a first colour signal when the concentration of peracetic acid is lower than about 1000 ppm and a second colour signal when the concentration is higher than about 1000 ppm and a third colour signal when the concentration falls below about 1000 ppm. The peroxy compound can be selected from the group consisting of sodium percarbonate, ammonium persulphate, calcium percarbonate, magnesium percarbonate, sodium perborate, sodium persulfate, sodium perphosphate and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: It has now been discovered that forming a shaped article from a blend of calcium hypochlorite and lime, wherein the lime content is greater than 10% by weight, based on the total weight of the shaped article, the resulting solid shaped article has a favorable dissolution (solubility) profile and the solid shaped article maintains structural integrity during use in an aqueous environment.

Abstract: The additive of the present invention is intended for transferring, to a final coating, biocidal, UV protection, and flame retardant properties and in general the selected properties intrinsic to the metals and compounds of Ag, Au, Cu, Mg, Zn, Bi, Sb, said additive includes the use of solvents, surfactants, dispersants and resins that make it compatible with the final coating. Said coating treated with additive ensures perfect distribution and dispersion of the nanoparticles throughout it, without the need to be subjected to an inorganic substrate.

Abstract: Disclosed are genetically modified nudiviruses capable of being sexually transmitted by an insect useful for controlling pest populations. The genetically modified nudiviruses are capable of causing sterility in a target population of insects. Also disclosed are insects infected with the disclosed genetically modified nudiviruses, methods of making the genetically modified nudiviruses, and methods of using the genetically modified nudiviruses to control an insect pest population.

Abstract: A species of Burkholderia sp with no known pathogenicity to vertebrates but with pesticidal activity (e.g., plants, insects, fungi, weeds and nematodes) is provided. Also provided are natural products derived from a culture of said species and methods of controlling pests using said natural products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of scalably producing microorganisms by propagating them within plant tissues and introducing them into agricultural seeds to improve their shelf-life during long-term storage, to produce substances of interest, and to create libraries of microbes.

Abstract: Polypeptide having activity inducing pathogen plant defence, nucleotide sequence encodes it, microorganism, compositions and methods. The polypeptide is a subtilisin derived from a strain of Acremonium strictum. The polypeptide is encoded by the nucleotide sequence SEQ ID NO: 1 or sequences at least 90% homologous to the same and has the amino acid sequence SEQ ID NO: 2 or sequences at least 90% homologous to the same.

Abstract: A system and method to control the power supplied to heating elements of a conveyor oven. The conveyor oven includes a plurality of heating elements to evenly distribute heat in an oven compartment. During peak-loads, the current draw of the heating elements may exceed available power of a power supply. Therefore, a system and method to reduce the total current draw of the plurality of heating elements is provided. The system includes a controller configured to perform the methods disclosed herein. The methods effectively lower the total current draw by rapidly cycling a plurality of relays connected to each of the plurality of heating elements to achieve even distribution of heat and reduced current draw during peak-loads.

Abstract: A device for orienting wound dough products includes a first conveyor belt circulating with a first conveying speed and transporting a wound dough product having an end protruding from a circumference of the dough product. A second conveyor belt receives the wound dough product from the first conveyor belt and circulates with a second conveying speed which is different from the first conveying speed. The difference between the first conveying speed and the second conveying speed sets the wound dough product received from the first conveyor belt in a desired rolling motion on the second conveyor belt, wherein after the wound dough product has reached a defined end position in which the end of the wound dough product abuts on the second conveyor belt, the rolling motion of the wound dough product stops.

Abstract: A reconstituted reduced FODMAPS wheat gluten protein-based flour is disclosed for use in producing a food product suitable for consumption by a wheat intolerant consumer without development of associated defining symptoms of wheat intolerance The reduced FODMAPS wheat gluten protein-based flour includes as a constituent a proportion of wheat gluten protein recovered from a source wheat flour and additional constituents of types which have been recovered from wheat flour or other non-wheat source and which have been substantially depleted of FODMAPS content.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide cake with the moist texture, the soft melting mouthfeel, and the good aroma, whose shape is not largely broken after the baking, and a method of manufacturing the same. According to the present invention, the cake obtained by thermal coagulation and a method of manufacturing the same is provided, the cake containing 10 to 40 mass % of oils and fats in batter. The oils and fats contain triacylglycerol including a medium-chain fatty acid with 6 to 10 carbons as a constituent fatty acid by 50 mass % or more relative to the oils and fats.

Abstract: One variation of a system for forming a meat patty includes: a cylinder operable in a upright position and an inverted position; a piston running within the cylinder and defining a set of gas ports; a grinder configured to grind meat and to dispense a quantity of ground meat into the cylinder, in the upright position, during a grind cycle; an actuator system configured to transition the cylinder from the upright position to the inverted position during a dispense cycle to dispense the quantity of ground meat from the cylinder; and a gas supply configured to supply gas to the cylinder behind the piston at a first pressure during the grind cycle to limit ingress of ground meat into the gas ports and at a second pressure greater than the first pressure during the dispense cycle to dislodge the quantity of ground meat from the piston.

Abstract: An in-line shell egg pasteurizer has a clean-in-place system. Empty shell egg carriers are placed in the water bath for multiple cleaning cycles. The cleaning solution level is lowered to expose the shell egg carriers and the top parts of the water bath walls. An air perturbation is used to agitate cleaning solution held in the bottom of the water bath and clean heating coils and other components located in the bottom of the water bath. Sprayers (e.g., nozzles, cleaning spray balls, etc . . . ) mounted on a hood over the water bath clean the top parts of the water bath walls and the empty shell egg carriers placed in the water bath.

Abstract: A method of treating fruit pressing residue to avoid formation of germ-buds and mold, more particularly aflatoxins, is disclosed. The treatment includes storing fruit pressing residue (pomace) at a controlled temperature, and calibrating the residue to a homogeneous size. In a first step the fruit pressing residue is heated at a temperature between 150° C. and 200° C. for a period between 30 and 60 minutes. During this step sterility is achieved by the killing off of any microbes, fungal spores or germ-buds. In a second step the residue is then aerated with dry-filtered air with a temperature between ?15° C. and ?50° C. for a period between 15 and 60 seconds. The final moisture vapors are thereby removed. In a third step the fruit pressing residue is cooled by dry-filtered ice air with a temperature between ?15° C. and ?50° C. for a period between 1 minute and 15 minutes.

Abstract: Cabbage is dehydrated to a desirable moisture content to retain its color, texture, and taste without generating undesirable amount of liquid and is suitable for making filling of egg rolls. The cabbage is cut into shredded strips which is first tenderized in hot water, or alternatively by squeezing with mechanical compression, centrifugal extraction, or mixing with salt, to remove some moisture content. The product is then washed in cold water, followed by further removal of its moisture content with centrifugal extraction. The product is finally dehydrated and cooled in a cooling chamber under vacuum pressure.

Abstract: A composite particle comprising a fluorinated surface and a discontinuous layer of gold nanoparticles disposed on the fluorinated surface, articles that include such particles, and methods of using the particles and the articles for removal of ethylene.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compositions and their use for anti-sprouting treatment of potatoes.

Abstract: The invention provides protein-functionalised magnetic nanoparticles comprising magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) to which a lactose-binding protein or enzyme has been immobilized. The protein-functionalised magnetic nanoparticles are particularly suitable for separating lactose from a lactose-containing solution, such as milk, cheese, yoghurt, flavoured milk or the like. The protein-functionalised MNPs can be added to the lactose-containing solution and be allowed to bind to the lactose in the solution. The MNPs, to which the lactose is bound, can then be magnetically removed from the solution, e.g. by applying an external magnetic field.

Abstract: Dairy products with reduced electrolytes, such as milk products with reduced electrolytes, are provided that contain potassium at less than 70 mg/100 g. Production involves subjecting a starting milk composition to ultrafiltration (UF) to provide a UF retentate and a UF permeate. The UF permeate, containing a high monovalent ion, multivalent ion and lactose content, is pH-adjusted to at least about 7.0. The pH-adjusted UF permeate is subjected to nanofiltration (NF) to provide a NF retentate with a reduced monovalent ion content. One or more NF cycles may be performed. The UF retentate and the NF retentate are combined to provide a dairy product with a reduced monovalent ion content that contains a substantial portion of solids, lactose, and divalent and multivalent ions from the starting milk product.

Abstract: An animal protein can be stabilized in a liquid of a pH of 5.5 to 8.0 against precipitation induced by heat-treatment or bivalent cations or both by incorporating into the liquid a carboxy-C1-C3-alkyl cellulose, having a particle size such that no more than 15 weight percent of the particles pass a 63 micrometer mesh screen, no more than 40 weight percent of the particles pass a 200 micrometer mesh screen and not more than 10 weight percent of the particles are retained on a 1000 micrometer mesh screen, in an amount of 0.005 to 0.055 g of carboxy-C1-C3-alkyl cellulose per g of animal protein.

Abstract: The present invention provides new tea leaves from which it is possible to extract tea which well suits Japanese-style foods, is rich in tastiness, and has a light flowery aroma. These tea leaves are characterized by containing (A) a lipid, (B) a tannin, (C) a hydrophilic low-molecular-weight tea polyphenol, and (D) a semi-hydrophilic low-molecular-weight tea polyphenol in a mass proportion that satisfies the following relationships (1) and (2). 0.20?(A)/(B)?0.50??(1) 0.15?(D)/[(C)+(D)]?0.

Abstract: A freeform fabrication system for the production of an edible three-dimensional food product from digital input data is disclosed. Food products are produced in a layer-by-layer manner without object-specific tooling or human intervention. Color, flavor, texture and/or other characteristics may be independently modulated throughout the food product. In addition, in some cases, the food products may further undergo one or more post-processing steps.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of forming chewing gum, the method including providing a pair of rollers, sizing a gum mass into a gum sheet having a substantially uniform first thickness using the pair of rollers, and further sizing the gum sheet to include a substantially uniform final thickness downstream of the pair of rollers, wherein the first thickness is greater than 10% thicker than the final thickness, and the final thickness is between about 0.3 mm to 10 mm.

Abstract: The invention relates to a system for producing and/or preparing confectionery compounds from at least one liquid raw material and granular and/or powder raw materials. The system includes at least one first mixing container and at least one other product-processing device. The first mixing container has at least one raw material inlet, a product outlet, and a mixing device for mixing the raw materials in an at least largely homogenous manner. According to the invention, at least the mixing container includes at least one spray device in an upper container region for introducing the at least one liquid raw material, wherein at least one exit cone of the spray device is oriented in the direction of an inner wall surface of the first mixing container at least in some regions. The invention further relates to a method for cleaning a system for producing and/or preparing confectionery compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a frozen beverage, in particular to a frozen beverage in the form of a slush with reduced perceived organoleptic coldness comprising an ice crystal population and an ingredient having a Trouton ratio of at least 75 as measured in a 0.2 wt. % aqueous solution at 20 degrees centigrade, wherein the number average length of the longest dimension of the ice crystal population is 110 to 300 microns.

Abstract: An ice cream bar maker comprises a plurality of ice cream bar molds, a canister that receives the ice cream bar molds, a freezing fluid medium filled in the canister, an agitating device that agitates the freezing fluid medium and a freezing device that removes heat from the canister. The freezing fluid medium contacts the ice cream bar molds whereby removing heat from the ice cream bar molds. The canister comprises a hollow main body with a top opening and a canister cover that covers the top opening. The canister cover comprises a plurality of holes into which the ice cream bar molds are inserted. The ice cream bar mold comprises an elongated cylindrical mold body and a plurality of heat transfer fins that is attached to the mold body.

Abstract: A device for multi-serving capacity ice cream bar includes ice cream bar molds 12,a canister that receives the ice cream bar molds, a freezing fluid medium filled in the canister, an agitating device that agitates the freezing fluid medium by rotating the canister cover, a mold monitoring device that monitors freezing status of each mold, and a bar mold status display. A method of making a plurality of ice cream bars comprises steps of filling ingredients into a plurality of ice cream bar molds, placing the ice cream bar molds in a canister cover of a canister, in which freezing fluid medium is filled, and agitating the freezing medium by rotating the canister cover.

Abstract: Palatable food products are provided with low bulk density of about 4-12 lb/ft3 and comprise an expanded matrix of intercommunicated pores defined by a skeletal structure of gelatinized starch. The products produce an audible crunch sound when crushed by applied force and include low calorie, energy-dense characteristics of about 2-6 Kcal/g. The total weight of the product comprises about 20-60% starch, about 30% or less flowable fat, about 2-12% water, and a coating of flavorants and/or aromants. The product can optionally comprise health promoting ingredients. The products are manufactured by extruding batched ingredients including starch and water under processing conditions to promote starch gelatinization to form a substantially homogenous dough that, after extrusion, expands into a porous matrix. The porous matrix can undergo vacuum infusion to fill the matrix with flowable fat, dry palatant, and wet palatant. After infusion, the porous matrix can be dust coated with dry palatant.