Abstract: A celery cultivar, designated TBG 34, is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of celery cultivar TBG 34, to the plants of celery cultivar TBG 34 and to methods for producing a celery plant by crossing the cultivar TBG 34 with itself or another celery cultivar. The invention further relates to methods for producing a celery plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic celery plants and plant parts produced by those methods. This invention also relates to celery cultivars or breeding cultivars and plant parts derived from celery cultivar TBG 34, to methods for producing other celery cultivars, lines or plant parts derived from celery cultivar TBG 34 and to the celery plants, varieties, and their parts derived from the use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid celery seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar TBG 34 with another celery cultivar.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of pepper hybrid SVPH0844 and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid SVPH0844 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: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SV2493TM and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SV2493TM and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato 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: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid DRTX3907 and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid DRTX3907 and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato 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: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid DR0159TX and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid DR0159TX and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato 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: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated KID4330, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line KID4330 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line KID4330, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line KID4330, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 45-165 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 45-165 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 45-165 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 45-188 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 45-188 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 45-188 RZ.

Abstract: The cotton variety ST 6448GLB2 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and cotton lint as well as to hybrid cotton plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ST 6448GLB2 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ST 6448GLB2 and to plants of ST 6448GLB2 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ST 6448GLB2.

Abstract: The cotton variety ST 5517GLTP is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and cotton lint as well as to hybrid cotton plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ST 5517GLTP with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ST 5517GLTP and to plants of ST 5517GLTP reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ST 5517GLTP.

Abstract: The cotton variety ST 5020GLT is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and cotton lint as well as to hybrid cotton plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ST 5020GLT with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ST 5020GLT and to plants of ST 5020GLT reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ST 5020GLT.

Abstract: The cotton variety FM 1888GL is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and cotton lint as well as to hybrid cotton plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety FM 1888GL with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of FM 1888GL and to plants of FM 1888GL reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from FM 1888GL.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of tomato, NUN 00290 TOP as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of tomato, NUN 00291 TOP as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of tomato, NUN 00292 TOP as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling devices within an agricultural network system via a network bus such as a physical network bus or a logical network bus, wherein the devices are controlled by means of control information which is transmitted to the devices by means of messages comprising a content and a header title, the method comprising steps for: determining a function for performing thereof by a device in the network, determining the content of a message to be transmitted, compiling header title information for inclusion thereof in a header title for the message to be transmitted, wherein the header title information comprises a predetermined number of data fields, such as preferably a network identifier, a device type designation, a function designation, a location designation and/or a group designation, for the purpose of determining on the basis of compliance with one or more of these data fields which device or devices receive(s) the message.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method of milking a mammal which includes, applying a vacuum to the lower end of a milking cup liner; and modulating the pressure in the pulsation volume to cause a milking operation on a teat of an animal that is inserted into the top end of the bore. The modulation includes an “on” phase in which the vacuum applied to the liner bore is less than a vacuum applied to the pulsation volume to thereby enable milk flow from the teat, and an “off” phase in which the pulsation volume is at an increased pressure relative to the “on” phase to close the liner bore to thereby stop milk flow from the teat. The modulation includes applying positive pressure to the pulsation volume to apply compressive load to the teat.

Abstract: Method for processing stretched-curd cheeses, including the following sequence of steps, stretching the melted cheese to obtain stretched curd; forming said stretched curd to obtain portions of stretched curd with predefined shape and weight; packaging said portions of stretched curd to obtain packaged portions; and hardening said packaged portions in a bath with a controlled temperature to obtain already packaged stretched-curd cheeses.

Abstract: Forming machine to process stretched-curd cheeses including a frame to support feed means of stretched curd toward a forming roll having a plurality of cavities on its lateral surface, which are able to house respective portions of stretched curd, and associated with motor means to drive the roll in rotation around its longitudinal axis, during the rotation of the forming roll each row of cavities being able to transit through at least an angular loading position and an angular unloading position, and separation means also being provided, interposed between the feed means and the forming roll in correspondence with the angular loading position in order to cut the portions of stretched curd housed inside the cavities from the remaining mass of stretched curd during the rotation of the forming roll; the cavities are distributed on a plurality of circumferential lines of the forming roll.

Abstract: A cat box table structured and arranged to secure a wide variety of various sized litter boxes thereto, and also comprises folding legs. The cat box table also has components for holding or storing cat accessories. The cat box table also includes steps which will allow a cat to climb from the floor up onto the table.

Abstract: The invention concerns a device (10) for dropping fragile products (5) comprising: —a storage means (4) for storing said products, comprising a discharge means (4a) for discharging said products, —a means for distributing the fragile products comprising at least one cavity (1a, 1b) provided in the surface of a support (2), the support being capable of assuming at least two positions, a first position in which the at least one cavity is located opposite and at a distance from said discharge means and can be filled with fragile products, and a second position in which said cavity is spaced apart from said discharge means and can be emptied, said device further comprising a flexible means (3) for bringing the discharge means with the at least one cavity into communication in order to fill said cavity with fragile products.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to systems and methods for dynamic release planning for insect release. One example method includes receiving information indicating a population of wild insects within a geographic region; determining a number of wild insects per unit area within the geographic region; placing, based on the number of wild insects per unit area, one or more insect release points based on the number of wild insects per unit area, each insect release point indicating a release of a predefined quantity of insects; and generating an insect release route through the geographic region, the insect release route passing through each insect release point.

Abstract: An animal rescue system identifies and rescues a protection target which is an animal, using information from a camera. The animal rescue system includes: a plurality of movable bodies each equipped with a camera; and a server configured to communicate with the plurality of movable bodies. The server is configured to identify a protection target, using information from the camera mounted on each of the plurality of movable bodies. The server is configured, when the protection target is identified, to (a) acquire positional information about each of the plurality of movable bodies and positional information about the protection target, and (b) select, as the protection target moves, a movable body which is to monitor the protection target, from the plurality of movable bodies.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is a grooming article which may be beneficial to users and, or manufacturers as it may be quicker, more convenient, easier to store or transport amongst other benefits. A grooming article with layers present suitable for interacting with skin and hair.

Abstract: The invention relates to a medical treatment clothing used following surgical operation on domestic animals in case of injury, which prevents the animal from reaching the wound, and therefore enables the animal to return to its routine life in short time. The invention particularly relates to production of fabrics comprising Polyamide or Polyester yarns made of filament fibers and 2-50% polyurethane fibers known as Lycra for medical treatment clothing, and to the production method thereof.

Abstract: A form fitting garment for an animal. In one aspect, the garment provides constant, gentle presure to the animal in order to induce calm or reduce anxiety in the animal. In another aspect the garment is designed to be slipped on to the animal, and requires no straps, fasteners, or pull-strings to achieve a desired fit. In another aspect, the garment is designed to withstand the rigors of outdoor use. In another aspect, the garment is consistent with aquatic use.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing an equine protective covering by applying a stamp comprises a profiled shape with a predetermined temperature and pressure to the interior side of the cushion assembly. The first synthetic fabric layer and the second neoprene layer are permanently bonded. The second neoprene layer is plastically deformed such that the profiled shape of the stamp is permanently transferred to the second neoprene layer. The plastic deformation of the second neoprene layer is such that the perforations remain open.

Abstract: A wireless location assisted zone guidance system incorporates dynamically variable intervals between sequential position requests. Variables used to influence the duration of a current interval between sequential position requests include: location within a current zone; displacement rate within a zone; and output from sensors such as secondary low power location sensors, inertial sensors, and biometric sensors. Preferably, the sensors are not being used to try to determine precise position, but instead to indicate a degree of uncertainty in the current position. When this degree of uncertainty is sufficient to merit added processing and associated energy consumption, a new wireless location determination will be made.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved pet toy, including a chamber, where the chamber is hollow, and a slide rod is disposed inside the chamber; the slide rod is movably threaded with several pet treats, and two ends thereof are connected to the chamber, so that the pet treats are securely contained inside the chamber and do not detach from the slide rod; and the chamber is provided with a window, to enable a pet to see and to chew the pet treats inside the chamber. The present invention is feasible in design, simple in structure, easy to use, and can effectively prolong attraction of a toy to a pet and boost vitality of the pet. Meanwhile, a solid structure of the present invention is durable enough to resist tough biting and beating of a pet.

Abstract: Generally speaking, robotic pet walker is a self propelled apparatus for walking and entertaining canine pets in the absence of its owner. The robotic pet walker is able to travel programmed travel routes, dispense treats, scoop waste, and interactively play fetch autonomously or by control of the pet owner via internet and GPS. An LCD screen can display live video of the pet owner and a speaker can broadcast the voice of the owner to interact with the pet.

Abstract: An animal treadwheel assembly includes a plurality of curved platforms each manufactured as a single injection molded part. A first end of one platform is configured to be disposed adjacent to a second end of an adjacent platform in a repeatable manner wherein the plurality of platforms are configured to form a singular and continuous cylindrical surface. A plurality of elongated curved connectors are manufactured as a single injection molded part, each elongated curved connector having a first connector end disposed opposite a second connector end. The first connector end of one elongated curved connector is fixedly connectable to the second connector end of an adjacent elongate curved connector in a repeatable manner forming a left side and right side self-supporting rigid and continuous ring. The self-supporting rigid and continuous rings are fixedly connectable to the singular and continuous cylindrical surface forming a self-supporting rigid cylindrical treadwheel.

Abstract: A method and system for providing remote or automatic release of a leash is disclosed. The release of the leash can be triggered by a remote user control, by a predetermined distance between the user and what is connected to the leash, or by various other means or events. The leash can be selectively released from a latch mechanism, from an integrally-attached spool housing, and the like.

Abstract: A multi-purpose self-defense leash includes a housing having a first section and a second section. Disposed within the first section is a defensive spray canister. Associated with the spray canister is a safety button that is adapted to selectively activate the spray canister. Disposed within the second section is a retractable leash that is wrapped around a spring loaded spool. A leash control button is positioned to selectively engage the spool to prevent rotation of the spool.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to a system for monitoring pasture intake by a grazing animal species. The system comprises a sensor spatially associated with a body part of the animal to generate movement data indicative of movement of the body part of the animal associated with multiple points in time and a processing server. The processing server comprises a data interface to receive the movement data and a processor that is configured to evaluate the received movement data to determine for each of the multiple points in time an indication of a behaviour of the animal at that point in time. Based on the indication the processor determines a time value indicative of a time the behaviour was shown by the animal, and determines a pasture intake value based on the time value.

Abstract: A henhouse includes a gable, a sidewall, and a roof. An inner chamber parallel to the sidewall is provided in the middle of the henhouse. The inner chamber includes an inner wall parallel to the sidewall and an inner roof. A partition is provided between the sidewall and the inner wall. An air inlet plate is provided between the two inner walls located below the inner roof. A pressure chamber is formed between the inner roof and the air inlet plate. A premixing chamber is formed between the inner roof and the roof. A plurality of fans and air inlet windows are uniformly provided on the inner roof. A plurality of air inlet holes and small inlet windows are uniformly provided on the air inlet plate. A plurality of wet curtains and an air vent are provided on the sidewall. A plurality of air outlet slots are uniformly provided on the inner wall.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein provide systems and methods for stimulating a desired response, such as ovulation and egg laying, fertility, hunger, growth, mood and sexual maturity in birds or ayes, by controlling the pulsing of two or more different wavelength bands, duty cycle, and frequency of photon bursts within a photon signal to a bird, where the photon modulation and duty cycle is based upon the specific needs of the bird.

Abstract: An improved fume board and methods related to the same are provided. An improved fume board employing a motorized fan to quickly and uniformly deliver repellant throughout a honey super to result in near complete clearance of bees from the honey super in an efficient manner without significant disruption to the bee hive. The improved fume board box has a top entry portal and fan-blower connecting mechanism which allow for the incorporation of various small, battery powered fan-blowers currently available on the market. The small fan-blower generates a steady, low-volume air-flow that mixes air with bee repellant, which is then evenly distributed down into the honey super. The low-volume air-flow significantly increases repellant dispersal without agitating or intoxicating the bees, and without the additional danger of injuring bees.

Abstract: A floating offshore wind turbine integrated with a steel fish farming cage mainly includes a wind turbine, a wind turbine tower, a living quarter, a floating wind turbine foundation in a conic steel structure, a mooring system, a lateral net encircling the floating wind turbine foundation, a bottom net, and lifting systems. The upper end of the wind turbine tower hosts a wind turbine, and the lower end of the wind turbine tower is fixed on the floating wind turbine foundation. In the present invention, the inner space of the floating wind turbine foundation is used to form a huge farming cage, which functions for the objectives of “power exploitation on the top and fish farming at the bottom”. The foundation has excellent stability and seakeeping performance, and is applicable to deep waters.

Abstract: An aquaculture system can include stacked growth trays. Animals, such as shrimp, can be transferred between the growth trays for different stages of growth. Waste water can be removed from the growth trays and can be processed by a water treatment system. Treated water can be returned to the growth trays. A valve in a first configuration can permit water to circulate through the growth tray, while impeding the animals from exiting the growth tray. In a second configuration, the valve can permit the animals to exit the growth tray, such as for transition to a subsequent growth tray. A sweeper system can be used for cleaning and/or mixing the water in the growth tray, and/or for pushing the animals out of the growth tray during a transition.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of increasing the genetic progress of a line, breed or herd of swine through the use of sex-selected sperm cells in artificial insemination techniques. The invention also encompasses methods of artificially inseminating a swine via deep intrauterine catheter or via a laparoscopic procedure, which allow the use of reduced doses of sex-selected sperm cells.

Abstract: Non-human animal genomes, non-human animal cells, and non-human animals comprising a mutated Slc30a8 locus and methods of making and using such non-human animal genomes, non-human animal cells, and non-human animals are provided. The non-human animals can have increased insulin secretory capacity.

Abstract: A transgenic animal is provided. In certain embodiments, the transgenic animal comprises a genome comprising: an immunoglobulin light chain locus comprising: a) a functional immunoglobulin light chain gene comprising a transcribed variable region encoding: i. light chain CDR1, CDR2 and CDR3 regions that are composed of 2 to 5 different amino acids; and ii. a light chain framework; and, operably linked to the functional immunoglobulin light chain gene: b) a plurality of pseudogene light chain variable regions each encoding: i. light chain CDR1, CDR2 and CDR3 regions that are composed of the same 2 to 5 different amino acids as the CDRs of the functional gene; and ii. a light chain framework that is identical in amino acid sequence to the light chain framework of the transcribed variable region.

Abstract: The disclosure, in some aspects, relates to methods and compositions for recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV)-mediated delivery of genome editing molecules to a pre-implantation embryo.

Abstract: One example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume, the vessel has first and second surfaces substantially opposite each other, the first surface defining an opening into the volume; a population of insect larvae or pupae or adult insects within the volume; and a seal positioned to obstruct the opening and adhered to the first surface. Another example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume; a population of insect larvae or pupae or adult insects disposed within the volume; wherein the vessel is permanently sealed, and wherein release of the insect larvae or pupae or adult insects occurs upon rupture of the vessel. A further example insect release device includes a vessel defining a volume; a population of insects disposed within the volume; and a gimbal mechanism coupled to the vessel, the gimbal configured to maintain a substantially constant orientation of the vessel.

Abstract: A handle knob for a fishing reel is mounted on a knob shaft to be rotatable about an axis of the knob shaft, and is fixed to an operation body rotatably combined with a reel body. The handle knob includes an inner knob, an outer knob integrally formed therewith, and bearings having an inner ring fitted to the outer surface of the knob shaft and an outer ring fitted to the inner surface of the inner knob, and that rotatably support the inner knob on the knob shaft about the axis. The inner knob includes a bearing surface with which the outer ring contacts, and the bearing surface including a through-hole having an opening in the bearing surface while penetrating the inner knob in a radial direction and through which an insertion portion of the outer knob is inserted.

Abstract: A roller clutch for a fishing reel includes an outer ring, an inner ring, a roller, and a torsion spring. The roller is capable of moving between a transmitting position for transmitting power between the outer ring and the inner ring and a non-transmitting position for canceling the transmission of the power. The torsion spring biases the roller toward one of the transmitting position and the non-transmitting position. The torsion spring has a coil portion and a first arm portion extending from the coil portion. The first arm portion has a pressing portion. The pressing portion extends in a direction orthogonal to the axial direction of the roller and comes into contact with the roller.

Abstract: A dual-bearing reel includes a spool, a spool shaft, a spool supporting portion, a reel body, and a rotating member. The rotating member is disposed to be capable of rotating between a first position in which the spool supporting portion can be removed from the reel body and a second position in which the spool supporting portion cannot be removed from the reel body. In the first position the radially outside portion of the rotating member is disposed spaced apart from the reel body in at least one of a radial direction and an axial direction. In the second position the radially outside portion is disposed on the inside of the outer surface of the body portion in the radial direction, when viewing the rotating member from the outside in the axial direction.

Abstract: A dual-bearing reel includes a spool, a spool shaft, a spool supporting portion, a reel body, a rotating member, and a retaining member. The spool supporting portion is configured to support an end side of the spool shaft. The rotating member is disposed between the reel body and the spool supporting portion. The rotating member is rotatably arranged with respect to the spool supporting portion to detachably attach the spool supporting portion to the reel body. The retaining member is disposed between the spool supporting portion and the spool axis. The retaining member is configured to engage the spool supporting portion and the rotating member and prevent the rotating member from detaching from the spool supporting portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a transparent fishing umbrella rig for trolling and casting. The transparent fishing umbrella rig for trolling and casting includes a first and second arm. The transparent fishing umbrella can be used in a variety of environments and improves the angler's chance of successfully catching a fish by reducing the visibility of umbrella rig in contrast to the environment and water surrounding the umbrella rig. The transparent fishing rig is assembled by inserting the second arm into the first arm. Both the first arm and second arm have a plurality of lure line connections holes for the angler to connect lure lines and lures to the transparent fishing umbrella rig.

Abstract: An apparatus including a body portion, having an inner chamber inside the body portion, wherein the body portion has a first end, and an opposing second end. The apparatus may also include a loop located outside of the body portion, and connected to the body portion; and a plurality of holes in the body portion, which lead to the inner chamber. The body portion may have a region including a first wall and a second wall, wherein the first wall abuts against and is in contact with the second wall in a rest state, and wherein when a prying force is applied, the first wall can be separated from the second wall, so that there is a space between at least part of the first wall and at least part of the second wall, so that an item can be inserted through the space and into the inner chamber of the body portion.