Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated IID3133, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line IID3133 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line IID3133, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line IID3133, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated IID5127, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line IID5127 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line IID5127, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line IID5127, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated IIJ5045, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line IIJ5045 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line IIJ5045, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line IIJ5045, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated KFX5302, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line KFX5302 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line KFX5302, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line KFX5302, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The disclosure provides seed, tissue cultures, essential oil extracts, and plants of catnip hybrid ‘CR3’, as well as methods for producing a catnip plants by crossing ‘CR3’plants with themselves or with another catnip plant, such as a plant of another genotype, variety, or cultivar. The disclosure further provides seed, tissue cultures, essential oil extracts, and plants produced by such crossing. Methods of using the plants and extracts as insect repellents and in pet toys, are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato line FIRA813-0102. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line FIRA813-0102 and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line FIRA813-0102 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: An end effector of a robot arm that is configured to participate in an animal-related operation, where the end effector is comprised of an actuator and a housing that is provided with a first aperture at a first end portion, where the actuator participates in the animal related operation via the first aperture, and the housing is provided with a second aperture providing access to an interior of the housing, wherein a passage extends through the housing along at least part of the actuator, from the second aperture to the first aperture such that the housing may be flushed through for removing dirt.

Abstract: A method for producing a dairy-based product in pieces, said product being mozzarella cheese or a preparation based on dairy products. The method comprises the steps of: —realising a first portion of a sheet (10) of said product; —cooling said first portion of the sheet (10); —obtaining pieces of said product from said first portion of the sheet (10).

Abstract: A separating device for a dairy farm livestock cubicle having a head region, a rear region, a first vertical separating unit, a second vertical separating unit spaced apart from the first vertical separating unit, and a substantially horizontally arranged crossmember extending through an obliquely arranged guide on one of the vertical separating units.

Abstract: A cat litter box mat having a planar upper layer which overlaps and covers a planar lower layer. In some embodiments, the planar upper layer includes a pair of planar upper layers. The planar upper layers are connected to the planar lower layer. A plurality of openings are formed through the upper layers and these openings increase in area from a lower surface of each upper layer to an upper surface of the upper layers. Connecting members are provided for joining additional mats placed adjacent one another.

Abstract: A pet gear assembly includes at least two main boards, a plurality of supporting posts, and a plurality of side boards. A plurality of through holes are formed in each of the at least two main boards. The plurality of supporting posts are disposed between and perpendicular to the at least two main boards, and two ends of each of the supporting posts respectively pass through each of the through holes. The plurality of side boards are respectively disposed in a frame-shaped area defined by two adjacent ones of the supporting posts and two of the main boards. The at least two main boards, the plurality of supporting posts, and the plurality of side boards jointly form a box unit, and at least one opening is formed in one of the side boards to allow a pet to enter or exit.

Abstract: A pet companion cage is disclosed herein, has three or more rectangular metal fence panels, the rectangular metal fence panels are configured to be connected to each other on sides to form an enclosed area, wherein each rectangular metal fence panel is connected to a neighboring rectangular metal fence panel on both sides through hinges or latches. A supporting beam is provided on the top of each rectangular metal fence panel. All the supporting beams meet above a center of the pet companion cage, being fixed with a plastic member. A tarpaulin is placed over the supporting beams to cover pet cages. At least one of the rectangular metal fence panels has a feeding opening. The feeding opening has a door panel. The feeding opening is positioned on the top half of the rectangular metal fence panel.

Abstract: A game feeder having a recessed game feed spinner plate, which discharges game feed through a relatively narrow opening. The spinner plate is rotated by an electric motor, which is housed in a protective enclosure within the game feeder, along with the battery and timer, and protected from animals. The narrow discharge opening minimizes feed loss by animals accessing the spinner plate. The game feeder may sit on the ground, or may be mounted on a support such as a pole or tree with mounting hooks and a bracket, and when mounted is especially resistant to feed loss or feeder damage by bears, feral hogs and the like.

Abstract: A sensor assembly on a swine-activated self-feeder allows monitoring or tracking of individual animal feeding activity, thereby allowing corrective action to be taken in instances of under-feeding or over-feeding by an animal. The sensor assembly includes a sensor on the feed dispenser and, with a printed circuit board to generate a signal corresponding to activation of the dispenser by an animal. The signal can be sent to a computer or website which generates reports on the individual animal's feeding activity.

Abstract: A milk cart comprises a chassis, a storage tank coupled to the chassis, and a conveyor system comprising an exit configured to connect to a return line that terminates inside the storage tank. The return line comprises a first portion extending vertically towards a bottom of the inside of the storage tank, a second portion extending vertically in a direction towards a top of the inside the storage tank, and a base portion extending from the first portion to the second portion. The second portion is positioned at a lateral distance from an interior of a wall of the storage tank and further comprises an upper end comprising at least one opening.

Abstract: A pet chew toy selectively affixed to footwear is disclosed. In combination, the he invention having several main parts comprising: a chew toy, a shoe (such as a slipper and the like), an anchor plate and a T-clip. Said anchor plate being sewn into the shoe and having a T-shaped slot configured to receive said T-clip also sewn into a chew toy. The connection apparatus allowing a user to selectively swap out various chew toys according to the preference of a user and their pet. An object of the invention is to provide hands-free entertainment for a pet while allowing a user to perform other tasks.

Abstract: The invention refers to an animal device with an electronics, whereby the electronics (1) has a belt holder (2) and a belt (3), whereby the belt holder (2) includes a first part (4) and a second part (5), the first part (4) having a belt insertion hollow (6), in which the belt (3) is receivable, the second part (5) being complementary to the first part (4) and closing the belt insertion hollow (6) in the working position.

Abstract: Systems for long range low power cattle monitoring include a tail patch for sensing mounting activity and communicating the sensed activity via low power communications techniques. Low power, LoRaWAN, communications with long range capabilities can provide extended range for monitoring breeding activity while conserving energy use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a hatcher basket for holding newly hatched birds in an incubator. The basket has: - a pair of side walls on horizontally opposite sides having a plurality of horizontally-extending openings through them; - a horizontally-extending trough which is attached to the exterior of each side wall and which can contain feed for the newly hatched birds; - the bottom of each opening in each side wall being located at the same distance above the bottom of the side wall; - the top of each trough being located at this same distance above the bottom of its side wall; and - the size of each opening being significantly larger than the head of the newly hatched birds but significantly smaller than the thorax of the newly hatched birds.

Abstract: An improved poultry production method comprising providing dry hydrogen peroxide (DHP) to poultry eggs, chicks and birds, and devices for providing DHP to poultry production during laying, incubating, hatching, and growing.

Abstract: A double pipe cultivation system which enables to reduce falling of the mussels cultivated with the effect of vertical and horizontal forces that will occur due to wind, wave and tides that can be received all directions in mussel farms established in sea and lake areas, and the losses that can occur due to the similar reasons.

Abstract: A reef replacement system including: a front vertical open side having a horizontal lower edge and a parabolic upper edge, an upper layer extending from said parabolic upper edge to a height approximately equivalent to the height of said lower edge, wherein said system also includes at least two super-imposed cavities underneath said upper layer.

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: The subject matter disclosed herein is generally directed to methods and compositions for modulating inflammation driven by differentiation of quiescent tissue-resident ILCs into a spectrum of pathogenic effectors. The subject matter disclosed herein is also generally directed to detecting and monitoring an ILC response. Additionally, the subject matter is directed to treating skin inflammation, such as psoriasis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method and facility for breeding insects. According to the invention, the insect breeding facility comprises a spawning area comprising spawning containers which are adapted to receive adult insects and insect food, wherein at least one spawn structure is provided in each spawning container, in which spawn structures the mother insects will spawn their eggs. Furthermore a hatch area is provided in which the eggs will hatch and which allows periodical harvesting of baby larvae from the hatch area. The hatch area comprises a plurality of hatching chambers corresponding in number with the number of batches of spawning containers.

Abstract: A fish hook setting device for automatically setting a fish hook includes a tube, which has a top that is open so that the tube is configured to insert a handle of a fishing rod. A stake that is coupled to a bottom of the tube is configured to insert into ice proximate to a fishing hole. A line is coupled to and extends from the tube proximate to the bottom. A coupler that is coupled to the line distal from the tube is configured to removably couple to a guide at a tip of the fishing rod, reversibly positioning the fishing rod is in a tensioned configuration. A strike on a hook that is coupled a fishing line of the fishing rod induces the coupler to decouple from the guide at the tip, wherein the fishing rod resumes a linear configuration so that the hook is set.

Abstract: A horseshoe having a front end and a back end includes a curved heel plate disposed adjacent the back end, a pair of side branches coupled to opposing ends of the curved heel plate, a heel wedge coupled to the heel plate, the wedge being translatable relative to the heel plate, a fabric coupled to the pair of side branches and a pair of cushions coupled to the fabric and disposed over the pair of side branches.

Abstract: An adhesive-type insect trap includes a body having a hole for insertion of an adhesive sheet; a light source mounting unit disposed on the body; and a cover which is detachably mounted on the body and has a through-hole in at least a part thereof, and an adhesive sheet including a sticky substance and a sheet. The body includes a guide unit by which the adhesive sheet is guided, and the cover comprises a light refraction unit therein or on a surface thereof.

Abstract: Rodent trap bait for spring-activated rodent traps and packaging therefor is disclosed. An example embodiment includes: a twisted wire core; fiber filaments surrounding and captured by the twisted wire core; and a liquid rodent attractant absorbed into the fiber filaments, the fiber filaments being fabricated from a natural or synthetic material to retain the liquid rodent attractant, the fiber filaments being interspersed with colored, fluorescent, or attractive filaments configured to conform to visual and mental triggers associated with small rodents.

Abstract: A pest detection and notification system includes one or more pest monitors and notification badges or cards. Both the pest monitors and the notification badges are capable of short-range wireless communication. Upon detection of presence of a pest, a pest monitor generates and transmits a wireless pest event message. Any notification badge present within the transmission area of the pest monitor will receive the pest event message. Each notification badge includes one or more pest event indicators, such as an audible indicator, a visible indicator, and/or a vibration motor. Upon receipt of the pest event message, the notification badge activates one or more of the pest event indicators, thus notifying the wearer that a pest presence within the transmission area has been detected.

Abstract: A trap for capturing a plurality of animals is provided. The trap can comprise an enclosure having an opening through which the at least one animal can pass to enter the enclosure. A gate, movable between an open position and a closed position, is positioned therein the at least one opening and can be selectively moved from the open position to the closed position when desired. Methods are also provided for capturing at least one animal by providing a trap with a gate, positioning the gate in an open position, monitoring the trap until at least one animal has entered the trap, and remotely triggering the gate to move from the open position to a closed position.

Abstract: Disclosed are various embodiments for a trap monitor. The trap monitor can detect when a trap is triggered using a magnetic interlock attached to the trap and a magnetic flux sensor. The trap monitors may forward trap events and other information to a central hub for communication to a server. The trap monitors and hub can be configured using infrared transmissions from a mobile device.

Abstract: A tree stand includes a ladder portion having first and second rails, a tree-engaging member configured to engage a tree, and a mechanism being selectively variable in length operatively interconnecting the member and the first and second rails and controlling the distance between the member and the first and second rails. A platform is pivotably connected to the first and second rails.

Abstract: A motion attachment device designed to be attached to the keel of a decoy includes a housing or frame that is configured to releasably receive the keel. An actuator coupled to one or more appendages that are attached to the housing or frame to move the one or more appendages to impart a realistic motion to the decoy. The same motion attachment device can be attached to different decoys at different times and can be used with a variety of interchangeable appendages to simulate at least one of a swimming motion, a wing flapping motion, bobbing motion, and feeding motion.

Abstract: The disclosed compositions, methods, and devices are useful in freezing, storing, and administering therapeutic eukaryotic cells to a patient in need thereof. In many embodiments, the disclosed therapeutic cells are mammalian cells derived from human intervertebral disc tissue. The disclosed compositions, methods, and devices are able to maintain high viability and sterility of the therapeutic cells, and allow the cells to be administered to a patient directly from the freezing container without manipulation of the cells or transferring to a second container.

Abstract: The invention is a forever stem, apparatus, method, and a process thereof, and more particularly directed to a metallic stem holder with a metallic stem for a natural flower, such as, for example, a rose, where a natural or glycerin preserved rose or flower in a blooming state could be securely held for a longer period of time. At least one securing means, such as, for example, a glue, an adhesive, a securing clay could be used to secure and support a natural preserved flower, such as, for example, a rose, for a long time, such as, for example, longer than its natural decay or wilting time. The forever stem could also be provided with an artificial or natural preserved thorns, and/or artificial or natural preserved branches having artificial or natural preserved leaves to give it a more natural or an aesthetically pleasing look.

Abstract: Active ingredient-carrying hydrogels include at least a hydrogel and an active ingredient. The active ingredient is released from the hydrogel onto an agricultural substrate or at an agricultural site in a controlled manner. The hydrogel may include lactose, which may be provided by a milk permeate waste stream from the dairy or food processing industry.

Abstract: Hydrogels are blended with water to produce a hydrogel solution. Viscosity of the hydrogel solution is controlled by adjusting the ratio of hydrogel to water and/or by adjusting the blending conditions. The hydrogel solutions may be used to modify the rheology of agricultural compositions. The hydrogel may include lactose, which may be provided by a milk permeate waste stream from the dairy or food processing industry.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a method for treating an active beehive infested with pests. The method includes delivery of an oligomeric polyester including polyol backbone units, diacid backbone units, and formic acid capping units. Hydrolysis of the oligomeric polyester in the beehive upon exposure to environmental water to release formic acid and diacid over time, which kill the pests. The released formic acid is a relatively volatile liquid, allowing it to reach pests essentially anywhere in the hive. The diacid (such as oxalic acid) is generally a non-volatile solid, but it can be transported throughout the hive via normal bee movement within the hive, thus reaching pests beyond the initial point of application.

Abstract: Highly acidic, stabilized peroxycarboxylic acid compositions are disclosed as having both improved antimicrobial efficacy in comparison to conventional peroxyoctanoic acid and peroxyacetic acid compositions for sanitizing applications, and improved transport and shipping stability. In particular, low odor and low/no VOC compositions having dual functionality as both acid wash and sanitizing compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: Food processing equipment, food contact surfaces, and non-food contact surfaces are sanitized or disinfected using an acid-anionic surfactant solution that has efficacy in hard water, is non-corrosive, and is stable at elevated temperatures. The sanitizing/disinfecting solution is prepared as a highly concentrated liquid and diluted to end use concentrations prior to application to food processing equipment or food or non-food contact surfaces. Efficacy in hard water is important for sanitizers and disinfectants that are diluted by the end user using potentially hard water. Stability at elevated temperatures is important for long-term storage and transportation. The diluted sanitizing/disinfecting solution exhibits strong antimicrobial activity against gram positive and gram negative bacteria even when diluted in hard water. The sanitizing/disinfecting solution exhibits low toxicity to humans and the environment since it is prepared from low toxicity ingredients that are readily biodegradable.

Abstract: A flavonoid combination solution, and a manufacturing method and applications thereof for plant growth development are provided. The flavonoid combination solution contains flavonoids of flavonol glycosides/acetylated glycosides, saponins, flavones, and flavonol. The flavonoid combination solution also contains fatty acids, carboxylic acids, and anti-oxidants. The solution is effective in promoting plant growth, enhancing a seed germination rate, reducing pathogens, and reducing/eliminating stunting effects of a herbicide.

Abstract: The subject matter described herein relates generally to compositions and formulations and methods of use of combinations of pyroglutamic acid and a strobilurin fungicide for improving plant growth, health and yields, and for protecting plants against selected stress conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the compounds of formula (I), or their agriculturally acceptable salts or derivatives as herbicides, wherein the variables are defined according to the description, use of compounds of formula (I) as herbicides, compositions comprising them and their use as herbicides, i.e. for controlling harmful plants, and also a method for controlling unwanted vegetation which comprises allowing a herbicidal effective amount of at least one pyrimidine compound of the formula (I) to act on plants, their seed and/or their habitat.

Abstract: The present embodiments provide formulations for controlling Veronica arvensis growth on turfgrass consisting of (a) a herbicidally effective amount of a combination of imazaquin, prodiamine, and simazine as active ingredients, and (b) at least one agronomically acceptable excipient, wherein said formulation exhibits superior control of V. arvensis compared with any of the active ingredients alone. Also disclosed herein are methods of controlling V. arvensis growth in grass and broadleaf comprising contacting said turfgrass with a herbicidally effective amount of a formulation consisting of (a) a combination of imazaquin, prodiamine, and simazine as active ingredients, and (b) at least one agronomically acceptable excipient, wherein said formulation exhibits superior control of V. arvensis growth.

Abstract: An herbicidal combination including a photosystem II inhibitor, an ALS inhibitor, and a chlorophyll and heme biosynthesis inhibitor, a composition comprising the combination, and methods of using these combinations are described.

Abstract: Provided are compounds of the formula (I) which are suitable for controlling animal pests, including arthropods and in particular insects, arachnids and nematodes, and in which the structural elements R1, p, T and G have the meanings given in the description, as are processes for their preparation and their use as insecticides.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) in which R1, R2, R3, R4, A1, A2 and n have the definitions given above, to agrochemical formulations comprising the compounds of formula (I) and to their use as acaricides and/or insecticides for controlling animal pests, particularly arthropods and especially insects and arachnids.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), wherein R2, G1, G2, X, X1, A, R4 and R5 are as defined in claim 1, and the agrochemically acceptable salts, stereoisomers, enantiomers, tautomers and N-oxides of those compounds, can be used as insecticides and can be prepared in a manner known per se.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and at least one macrolide and methods of controlling pests by application of pesticidal mixtures comprising sabadilla alkaloids and at least one macrolide.