Abstract: A tillage point configured to produce a uniform subsurface soil profile. The tillage point includes a main body having a leading edge, a top surface and a bottom surface. Wing sections extend laterally from the main body.

Abstract: A monitoring system for an agricultural tool includes a plate coupled within the agricultural tool. A shank is pivotably connected to the plate via a pivot bolt extending through the plate and shank. A first sensor device is coupled to the shank and a second sensor device is coupled the plate and aligned with the first sensor device when the shank is in a ripping position.

Abstract: An automated method for analyzing seeds generally includes collecting image data from individual seeds using a seed sampling system, determining at least one characteristic of each of the individual seeds based on the collected image data, and removing tissue from each of the individual seeds using the seed sampling system. The method also includes, prior to removing the tissue sample from each of the individual seeds, adjusting at least one operational parameter of the seed sampling system based on the at least one characteristic of the seed from which the tissue is to be removed to thereby allow for generally consistent removal of tissue from each of the individual seeds. In some aspects, the method further includes analyzing the tissue removed from the seeds for presence or absence of at least one characteristic, and selecting seeds based on presence or absence of the at least one characteristic.

Abstract: A mobile air cart includes a metering assembly configured to receive particulate from a tank and to deliver particulate to pneumatic conveying lines. The metering assembly includes wall structure that defines a unitary, common metering chamber. The metering assembly further includes a plurality of meter units. The meter units are configured to meter and separate particulate within the chamber into respective particulate flows corresponding to the conveying lines.

Abstract: At least one example embodiment discloses a seed monitoring system including a light source configured to emit light in an interior of a seed tube, a plurality of light receivers, each of the plurality of light receivers configured to receive light in at least two sectors of a plurality of sectors of a plane in the interior of the seed tube and generate a sensing signal corresponding to the received light, a processing system including a plurality of conditioning channels, the processing system configured to process the sensing signals to generate conditioned signals and a controller configured to generate a seed count value based on the generated conditioned signals.

Abstract: A control system for use with a turf maintenance vehicle. In one embodiment, the control system may provide a discrete engine speed input that may provide one engine speed command upon actuation, but result in additional engine speed commands depending on an actuation time of the input. In other embodiments, the vehicle may include an electronic controller (EC) providing resettable property statistics for one or more properties. In still another embodiment, the EC may provide a maintenance monitor onboard the vehicle that indicates maintenance status, when maintenance tasks are due or past due, and permanently records historical information regarding maintenance tasks. The maintenance monitor may further adjust a maintenance interval before the maintenance task is again due based upon inputs to the maintenance monitor.

Abstract: A protective glider assembly for a handheld trimmer apparatus includes a glider plate operatively connected to a glider shaft. A bearing acts between the glider plate and glider shaft. The protective glider is configured to rotate or remain stationary independent of and relative to rotation of a rotary head of the handheld trimmer. The glider plate is positionable relative to the rotating head to adjust cutting height of trimmer members. A first series of trimmer members are connected to the head in a first plane which is generally parallel to a second series of trimmer members connected to the head in a second plane. The rotary head forms a trimmer member passage therethrough and includes a fastening mechanism having a pivotally moveable engaging member configured to clear the passage and to extend through a mount aperture of a trimmer member when positioned in the passage.

Abstract: A wheeled support for a grass trimmer or brush cutter is provided, including a support body integrally formed or removably attached to the grass trimmer or brush cutter and two preferably omnidirectional swivel caster wheels attached to a bottom of the support body. The support body can have a variety of different shapes and structures and can be attached to a shaft or a safety guard of the grass trimmer or brush cutter. The support body can also be integrally formed in the safety guard. More than one wheeled support can also be used for one grass trimmer or brush cutter; for instance, one support can be attached to the shaft and one can be attached to the safety guard. Alternatively, two different wheeled supports may be attached to the shaft at different locations.

Abstract: A raising and lowering mechanism for a mower deck of a lawn mower including a front hanger and a rear hanger; the front hanger and the rear hanger each are, independently, a four link frame, with a front end of the front hanger and a front end of the rear hanger being hinged, independently, to the frame of the lawn mower, and a lower portion of a rear end of the front hanger and a lower portion of a rear end of the rear hanger being hinged, independently, to a top portion of the mower deck; a first link is hinged to a middle portion of a rear link of the four link frame of the rear hanger, and an upper end of the first link is linked to an lower end of a bridging swing arm, with a middle portion of the bridging swing arm being hinged to the frame of the lawn mower via a spindle; an upper end of the bridging swing arm is hinged to a rear end of a second link, and a front end of the second link is hinged to an upper end of a swing arm, with an lower end of the swing arm being connected to a rotatable axle and a

Abstract: An adjustable gathering chain assembly for a header of an agricultural harvester is disclosed as is a header including such an assembly and methods for adjusting the length of the gathering chain assembly. The assembly includes a drive unit, a driven unit spaced from and movable with respect to the drive unit and an endless gathering chain extending between the drive unit and the driven unit. An adjustment unit including an idler member in engagement with the gathering chain is operable to move the idler member with respect to the drive unit in order to move the driven unit between first and second positions relative to the drive unit whereby the header may effectively harvest both standing crop and downed or lodged crop depending on harvesting conditions.

Abstract: A cleaning section of an agricultural harvester. The cleaning section including a sieve, a plurality of load sensors, and a sieve slope compensating system. The sieve is positioned in the harvester to receive crop material from a threshing section. The plurality of load sensors are coupled to the sieve. The load sensors are configured to produce signals representative of a distributed load of the crop material on the sieve. The sieve slope compensating system is configured to tilt or side shake the sieve dependent upon the signals.

Abstract: An agricultural baler includes a flywheel, a driveline associated with the flywheel and couplable with a power take-off (PTO) of a traction unit, and a movable component which is driven directly or indirectly by the driveline and movable in a linear and/or rotational manner. The baler further includes an auxiliary power system coupled with the movable component. The auxiliary power system is configured for receiving power from the movable component and storing the power.

Abstract: A method for generating digital models of potential crop yield based on planting date, relative maturity, and actual production history is provided. In an embodiment, data representing historical planting dates, relative maturity values, and crop yield is received by an agricultural intelligence computer system. Based on the historical data, the system generates spatial and temporal maps of planting dates, relative maturity, and actual production history. Using the maps, the system creates a model of potential yield that is dependent on planting date and relative maturity. The system may then receive actual production history data for a particular field. Using the received actual production history data, a particular planting date, and a particular relative maturity value, the agricultural intelligence computer system computes a potential yield for a particular field.

Abstract: A magnetic sheet for plant cultivation includes: a base material; and a magnetic layer which is arranged on the base material and includes a resin and at least one selected from the group consisting of a ferromagnetic powder and a ferrimagnetic powder, wherein a product of residual magnetization and layer thickness of the magnetic layer is 20 mA or higher.

Abstract: A flexible panel configured with a central opening and slit from the opening to one edge and an operable closure device closing the slit. The method includes deploying the panel about a tree and elevating the edges while trimming a tree.

Abstract: An object lifting, pulling and digging apparatus has a pair of jaws that can be opened to enable positioning the jaws around a post, tree, and/or bush then closed around the post, tree, and/or bush. The jaws can then be raised to pull the post, tree, and/or bush from the ground. The jaws of the apparatus can also be closed and angled downwardly to drive the distal ends of the jaws into the ground, where the jaws can then be moved upwardly to dig the post, tree, and/or bush from the ground. The apparatus can easily be attached to a vehicle equipped with a universal quick attach hitch and having auxiliary hydraulics, for example, a “skid steer” type farm or construction vehicle.

Abstract: In some embodiments, the invention provides a unit for delivery of agrochemicals to the roots of a plant comprising: one or more root development zones; optionally, one or more agrochemical zones; and a pesticide; wherein the agrochemical zones are formulated to release at least one agrochemical into the root development zones in a controlled release manner when the root development zones are swelled; and wherein the dry weight ratio of the root development zones to the agrochemical zones in a dry unit is 0.05:1 to 20:1, or wherein the total volume of the root development zones in the unit is at least 0.2 mL when the unit is fully swelled.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed to providing a readily scalable hydroponic and vertical farming apparatus, system and method that remedies the foregoing issues, that is available in limited space and at high density, such as in urban areas, that presents low farming costs, and that improves crop yield and health.

Abstract: Petunia plants comprising at least one dominant allele conferring a novel spotted flower color pattern are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of breeding with the Petunia plants having the novel spotted flower color pattern to provide new, distinct and stable Petunia plants having flowers with a unique spotted flower color pattern. This spotted flower color pattern has not been observed in any Petunia known species.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of pepper hybrid SV4856PB and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid SV4856PB and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a pepper plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another pepper 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 fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: A hybrid pepper designated T20S0153? is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of hybrid pepper T20S0153? to the plants of hybrid pepper T20S0153? and to methods for producing a hybrid plant, and to methods for producing other pepper lines, cultivars or hybrids derived from the hybrid pepper ‘E20S0153’.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cucumis melo seed designated 34-742 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Cucumis melo plant produced by growing the 34-742 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the melon cultivar, represented by melon variety 34-742 RZ.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX8431RF-CB, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX8431RF-CB, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX8431RF-CB with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX8431RF-CB with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX8431RF-CB, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX8431RF-CB, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX8188RF-HB, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX8188RF-HB, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX8188RF-HB with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX8188RF-HB with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX8188RF-HB, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX8188RF-HB, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX2037-18WRF, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX2037-18WRF, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX2037-18WRF with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX2037-18WRF with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2037-18WRF, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2037-18WRF, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX2045-11WRF, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX2045-11WRF, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX2045-11WRF with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX2045-11WRF with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2045-11WRF, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2045-11WRF, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX2048-04WRF, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX2048-04WRF, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX2048-04WRF with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX2048-04WRF with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2048-04WRF, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2048-04WRF, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX499CB5W3FE, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX499CB5W3FE with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PHY764WRF, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PHY764WRF, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PHY764WRF with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PHY764WRF with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PHY764WRF, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PHY764WRF, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: Methods and hybrid seed are provided which involve growing two varieties of a field crop which is at least partially cross-pollinated in the field, wherein the two varieties are fertile with respect to both male and female functions, are selected to yield specified hybrid(s), and are distinguishable with respect to seed characteristic(s). Collected seed from the grown field crop are separated into fractions with respect to the seed characteristic, wherein at least one fraction is of hybrid seeds of the specified hybrid(s). For example, the separated fraction may be intermediate with respect to the seed characteristic(s) between seed fractions of the non-hybridized two varieties. Respective varieties may be bred to yield hybrids with required traits, which are distinguishable from the parent varieties through seed characteristic(s) such as size, weight or optical parameters that enable sorting out the hybrids from the overall crop.

Abstract: New wild rocket varieties designated ‘Prudenzia’ and ‘Anastazia’ are described. ‘Prudenzia’ and ‘Anastazia’ are wild rocket varieties exhibiting stability and uniformity.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel lettuce cultivar Juanita and plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom. The invention also provides methods for producing a lettuce plant by crossing the lettuce plants of the invention with themselves or another lettuce plant. The invention also provides lettuce plants produced from such a crossing as well as plant parts, seed, and tissue culture therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cat litter box having opposed front wall and rear wall, left side wall and right side wall, a top and a bottom with respective adjacent edges contiguous to one another to define an enclosure. Front wall has an opening to allow cat to enter and exit the cat litter box. Front wall also includes a door near bottom for removably inserting litter tray containing litter inside the cat litter box. The litter tray is positioned at an elevated level at a rim present on the inner left side wall, inner right side wall and inner rear wall. The litter tray with used litter can be easily removed from the cat litter box to dispose used litter hygienically without the need to touch the used litter. Windows are provided on walls to provide ventilation. Deodorizing agent is automatically sprayed on entry and exit of cat.

Abstract: Herein described is a portable sanitation apparatus for pet waste disposal and method for using the same comprising a micro-composite structure and a means for securing micro-composite structures together to form a macro-composite structure in variable geometric configurations and sizes for greater area coverage. Also described is a vertical member for substantially containing pet waste within the floor area covered by the composite structure.

Abstract: A method, system and formulation for treating animal bedding and animals is provided. For the method, it comprises: mixing used bedding with unused bedding to produce mixed bedding; deodorizing the mixed bedding; drying the mixed bedding to have a moisture content of between approximately 7 and 14%; removing lighter fibers from the mixed bedding; adding an oil treatment to the mixed bedding to have a moisture content of between approximately 7 and 14% in the mixed bedding; and bagging the mixed bedding while the mixed bedding is still moist from the oil treatment.

Abstract: A spill-preventive pet-training apparatus and method for use in containing the lateral flow of liquid, such as urine, being applied to an absorbent pad at a volume and rate exceeding the absorption rate of the pad, by containing much of the liquid within an inner flexible ridge, and by slowing and containing any liquid that overtops the inner flexible ridge within an outer flexible ridge.

Abstract: A mat system includes a mat having a pressure-sensing switch, and a transmission unit operatively connected to the pressure-sensing switch of the mat via a wired connection. The transmission unit includes a first input module configured to accept a first input, and a first playback module. The first playback module is configured to play the audio that represents the first input upon activation of the pressure-sensing switch. The transmission unit includes a wireless transmitter configured to transmit a wireless signal indicating that the pressure-sensing switch has been activated. The mat system includes a reception unit having a wireless receiver configured to receive the wireless signal from the wireless transmitter. The reception unit includes a second input module configured to accept a second input, and a second playback module. The second playback module is configured so play the audio that represents the second input upon activation of the pressure-sensing switch.

Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for animal training, animal feeding, animal management, animal fitness, monitoring and managing animal food intake, remote animal engagement, behavioral training and animal entertainment are disclosed. Embodiments of the present invention provide devices, systems and methods for measuring a dog's energy expenditures and/or movements, and providing signals to the dog to engage in activities or games to earn food. In one aspect, one or more of the dog's activity level, age, weight, body mass, and/or other health information is utilized to determine an appropriate food intake level for the dog. By measuring the dog's activity, the amount of calories the dog needs and/or has utilized may be determined. By encouraging activity by the dog, the dog's health may improve, even if the dog's weight remains unchanged. Among other embodiments disclosed herein, various mechanisms capable of moderating animal noise and/or behavior are disclosed.

Abstract: A system and method for providing a supplement. The system includes a pump having an inlet and an outlet line. The inlet line is coupled to a container, and the container has a supplement. The outlet of the pump is coupled to a nozzle. The system can be housed in a support box which is coupled to a feeder which has feed. Feed is discharged from the feeder, and the pump sprays a supplement to partially coat the discharged feed. Nutrients, vitamins, etc. can be added to the supplement which can add to the value of the feed.

Abstract: A collar has an infinitely adjustable effective length with a securement mechanism that prevents the collar from being loosened or removed by rubbing against a fence or other fixed object.

Abstract: A system comprises a mobile device, a spatial profiling device, and a mobile device manager. The mobile device comprises a platform, a first communications circuit that receives navigation instructions, and a motion drive that propels the platform according to the navigation instructions. The spatial profiling device captures a spatial profile of a motion area. The mobile device manager comprises at least one second communications circuit that communicates with the first communications circuit and the spatial profiling device, processor(s), and memory storing processing instructions. The instructions, when executed, cause the mobile device manager to receive spatial profiles, locate the mobile object, locate the mobile device, plan a movement for the mobile device which avoids the mobile object, and communicate the movement to the mobile device as navigation instructions.

Abstract: A dog harness is comprised of a torso strap encircling a dog's chest, connected to a chest strap passing around the chest of a dog, and a shoulder strap passing over the back of a dog. The chest strap is provided with a elongate linker. A leash connector is fixed to both ends of the elongate linker. When a leash is attached to either leash connector, a directional pull on the leash causes the leash connector to slide in the direction of the pull, pulling the elongate linker to the side creating a noise detectable by the animal to assist in the training of the animal. If the leash becomes tight pulling the elongate linker all the way to the side it will move the pull off the center of the dog's chest, thus decreasing the opposition reflex.

Abstract: An apparatus that can be used as a lighting device when walking a pet consists of a lighting enclosure, a hollow compartment, and a leash. The lighting enclosure is removably attached to the hollow compartment. Therefore, when a body of the hollow compartment is grasped, a lighting switch of the lighting enclosure can be activated to illuminate a light source of the lighting enclosure. The leash is also attached to the lighting enclosure through a hook. Therefore, when the body is grasped the leash can also be controlled as preferred. A handle, which is positioned in parallel to the body can also be used to hold and control the apparatus. To provide storage space for pet waste pick-up bags, an opening of the apparatus traverses through a second end of the hollow compartment and into the body.

Abstract: A method and product for collecting, recording, transmitting, and managing data associated with pet care and using the data to create an improved and more engaging pet owning experience.

Abstract: A highly automated system to identify, measure, manage and control individual animals in grazing environments to monitor, analyze, model, predict, promote, optimize, and mitigate a variety of conditions and interactions relating to the grazing environment and an animal's health, welfare, performance, productivity, efficiency, quality, economic and genetic value. The system having a transmitters that identify individual animals. A weighing device that weighs the animal while the animal consumes substances and a dispensing device that controls substance provision to individual animals. A computer considers a number of factors in generating control signals sent to the system to dispense a prescribed amount of mineral, vitamin, medicinal or supplement compound to an individual animal. The system models, predicts and estimates a number of conditions related to the animal and its grazing environment that improve animal welfare, increases production, and preserves and conserves resources.

Abstract: An electrically-controlled water flow regulator for use with a poultry watering system receives potable water at a first, high flow rate and reduces the water flow rate of the water provided to watering valves that dispense water to the flock within a poultry house. A variable control valve uses a needle-shaped cone to engage a mating port inside the housing of the regulator. A motor controls the linear movement of the control valve in incremental steps to adjust the water flow rate provided to the flock. A feedback component enables the variable control valve to maintain the water flow rate at a desired set point for the flock. The desired set point for the flock is controlled or automated to match the growth of the flock over their growth cycle. An electrical controller and suitable cabling enable multiple regulators to be controlled efficiently and cost-effectively.

Abstract: The current invent relates to the construction and application of a three-line breeding system in the Peruvian scallop×bay scallop southern subspecies hybrids. The said three-line consists of a male sterile line, a maintainer line and a restorer line. A combination of male sterile line and maintainer line is obtained by continuously backcrossing the male sterile individuals selected from F1 inter-specific hybrid families with sperm of the selfing family of the sperm-providing bay scallops until the progenies are all male sterile. The restorer line is obtained by continuously backcrossing selected individuals from the male sterile line with sperm of the selfing family of a bay scallop until the progenies are all hermaphroditic and exhibit excellent production traits. Commercial male sterile brood stocks are produced by backcrossing the male sterile line with the maintainer line and commercial hybrid spats are produced by backcrossing the male sterile line and the restorer line.

Abstract: A rapidly deployable underwater coral cultivation system comprising a tensioned propagule support line or rod, and a propagule-encircling loop for attachment thereto, wherein the propagules' tissues and skeleton overgrow the line/rod. Multiple propagules of a single genetic clone on a line/rod may fuse into a single linear coral colony, whereby the natural structural and anti-fouling attributes of the target organism provide structural rigidity to the system and high survivorship of the live material in nursery culture. A preferred embodiment may provide a low to no maintenance protocol soon after deployment thereby allowing for “set and forget” through self-planting endpoints. In some embodiments, a vertical arrangement provides full leverage advantage to the support buoy as growth increases (coral) weight. In some embodiments, the vertically-oriented single genetic clone facilitates gamete capture for facilitated spawning in coral (ecosystem) enhancement and restoration.

Abstract: Methods of producing non-human animal models of corneal angiogenesis and corneal ectatic diseases, such as corneal keratoconus, by applying an aromatic compound to the eye of a non-human animal are described. Also described are non-human animal models of corneal angiogenesis and corneal ectatic diseases, and methods of using the non-human animal models to screen compounds that modulate corneal angiogenesis and corneal ectatic diseases.

Abstract: A fishing trap runner and fishing trap incorporating the runner, the runner comprising a rubber casing having a core. The core, which may be sectional, provides weight so that the runner can serve as ballast for the fishing trap. The rubber casing protects the core from damaging the trap or fishing equipment and, if the core is sealed by the casing, protects or limits the core from water damage.