Abstract: A system for germinating seeds according to a germination recipe is disclosed. The system for germinating seeds for a grow pod includes a plurality of germination sub-tanks configured to receive seeds, the plurality of germination sub-tanks receiving different species of seeds, respectively, a master germination tank configured to receive seeds from one or more of the plurality of germination sub-tanks, and a controller. The controller includes one or more processors, one or more memory modules storing germination recipes, and machine readable instructions stored in the one or more memory modules that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the controller to: determine a ratio of the different species of seeds based on a germination recipe, operate the plurality of germination sub-tanks to provide seeds to the master germination tank based on the ratio, and provide the seeds in the master germination tank to one or more carts.

Abstract: An automatic and modular system for handling trays (32) used for containing plants or the like to be grown through hydroponic, or aeroponic, or aquaponic farming, comprises a first module (30) with a quadrangular plan and a vertical arrangement delimited by respective vertical supports (31), said first module (30) comprising two lateral zones, each of which includes a plurality of substantially horizontal and overlapping supporting seats or guides (37, 37?) for trays (32), and a central zone in which a vertical tray transfer device (33) operates, slidably along a vertical axis (Z) arranged on a movement means activated by motorization assemblies (34) able to translate said vertical transfer device (33) from a lowered position to a raised position for bringing itself to each tray (32) and vice versa, said vertical transfer device (33) being provided with a resting shelf (33?) for a tray (32) and with a first means adapted to translate along a first horizontal axis (Y) said tray from and towards a respective se

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing trees or wood from fully mature cotyledonary somatic embryos (SE) of conifer species within the genus Abies and to the use of plants thus obtained. The invention concerns a method for treating and growing somatic embryos under conditions that induce and stimulate root growth, that induce and stimulate shoot formation and increases the survival rate of the embryos, plantlets and emblings. The emblings can subsequently be grown into trees. Trees derived from somatic embryogenesis and grown according to the method of the invention are of a very homogeneous appearance and quality, which is preferred in the production of trees such as Christmas trees thereby reducing the wastage rate.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of extracting mitochondrial DNA from whole seeds in a high-throughput environment. The method comprises grinding a population of whole seeds, preferably wheat or barley seeds; isolating the mitochondria from the seeds; and extracting the mitochondrial DNA. Methods also relate to the use of low-speed centrifugation, which permits the methods use in a high-throughput environment.

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

Abstract: The present invention relates to an allele designated alpha-WOLF 15 which confers resistance to at least one Peronospora farinosa f. sp. spinaciae race, wherein the protein encoded by said allele is a CC-NBS-LRR protein that comprises in its amino acid sequence: a) the motif “MAEIGYSVC” (SEQ ID NO:13) at its N-terminus; and b) the motif “KWMCLR” (SEQ ID NO:14; and wherein the LRR domain of the protein has in order of increased preference at least 92%, 93%, 94%, 95%, 96%, 97%, 98%, 99%, 100% sequence similarity to SEQ ID NO:10. The allele when homozygously present in a spinach plant confers complete resistance to Peronospora farinosa f. sp. spinaciae races Pfs:1, Pfs:2, Pfs:3, Pfs:4 and Pfs:5, Pfs:6, Pfs:8, Pfs:9, Pfs:11, Pfs:12, Pfs:13, Pfs:14, Pfs:15 and isolates UA1014, and confers intermediate resistance to pfs:10, and does not confer resistance to Pfs:7 and Pfs:16.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of corn hybrid SVSB6384 and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of corn hybrid SVSB6384 and the parent lines thereof and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated KDC5164, MIJ6800, MFF7398, or MFX7761, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line KDC5164, MIJ6800, MFF7398, or MFX7761 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line KDC5164, MIJ6800, MFF7398, or MFX7761, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line KDC5164, MIJ6800, MFF7398, or MFX7761, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of pepper hybrid SVPB7768, pepper line SBR-E716-0838, and pepper line SBRE714-0584. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid SVPB7768, pepper line SBR-E716-0838, and pepper line SBRE714-0584 and to methods for producing a pepper plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a pepper 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 pepper hybrid pepper hybrid SVPB7768, pepper line SBR-E716-0838, and pepper line SBRE714-0584 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Solanum lycopersicum seed designated 72-014 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Solanum lycopersicum plant produced by growing the 72-014 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the tomato cultivar, represented by tomato variety 72-014 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Solanum lycopersicum seed designated 72-016 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Solanum lycopersicum plant produced by growing the 72-016 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the tomato cultivar, represented by tomato variety 72-016 RZ.

Abstract: The disclosure provides for tomato variety NUN 01502 TOF, as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof. NUN 01502 TOF is a saladette tomato variety for the fresh market, comprising resistance to Meloidogyne incognita, Verticillium dahliae (Va and Vd) Race 0, Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici Races 0, 1, and 2, Tomato Mosaic Virus (ToMV) Strain 0, Stemphylium sp., Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV), Tomato Spotted Wilt Virus (TSWV), and Torrado Virus (ToTV).

Abstract: The disclosure provides for tomato variety NUN 05510 TOF, as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof. NUN 05510 TOF is a chocolate marmande tomato variety for the fresh market, comprising resistance to Meloidogyne incognita, Verticillium sp., Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici Race 0, Fulvia fulva Race 0, Fulvia fulva Groups A-E, Tomato Mosaic Virus (ToMV) Strains 0, 1, and 2, Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV), and Torrado Virus (ToTV).

Abstract: A pet stroller includes a supporting frame and a foldable access ramp assembly, wherein the supporting frame includes a supporting platform for a pet lying thereon. The foldable access ramp assembly, which is provided at the supporting frame, includes a ramp member slidably coupled at the supporting frame and being moved in a storage position that the ramp member is supported underneath the supporting platform, and an extension position that the ramp member is slid out frontwardly to extend from the supporting platform for the pet easily accessing in-and-out from the supporting platform.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for pet excrement. The device senses a presence of a pet, determines whether a rotary unit is operating in response to the sensing of the presence of the pet, determines whether a weight equal to or greater than a first set value is applied to a load cell when the rotary unit is not operating, determines whether a weight equal to or less than the first set value is applied to the load cell when a weight equal to or greater than the first set value is applied to the load cell, and operates the rotary unit when a weight equal to or less than the first set value is applied to the load cell. According to the present invention, excrement removal, solid material supply, and excrement accommodation can be automatically performed by simply rotating a rotary unit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an animal toilet usage status management system, which is an animal toilet usage status management system including an animal toilet and a management server, wherein the animal toilet has a hole penetrating in the vertical direction at the bottom. The formed upper container, a lower container that receives urine passing through the hole, and a weight measuring unit that measures the weight of the upper container, the management server including a calculating part configured to calculate animal body weight and excretion information based on the measured weight transition change of the upper container.

Abstract: A pet litter box mat having a first planar layer which overlaps and covers a second planar layer. The layers are connected together by hinges. A plurality of openings are formed through the first layer and these openings increase in area from a side of the first mat which abuts the second mat to the other side of the first mat.

Abstract: A feeding vessel assembly, having a feeding bowl having a cavity to receive food and water and a rim defining an upper edge of the feeding bowl, a deformable shield which can be detachable from the feeding bowl rim or edge wherein the shield when installed encloses up to about 75 percent of the circumference of the top rim thus providing an opening for an animal to access the feeding bowl cavity, wherein the shield extends from the rim of the feeding bowl to a height of about 12 inches from the floor, and wherein the shield flares outwardly from the rim of the feeding bowl as it extends upwardly in the range of about 1 to 30 degrees and is configured to allow an animal to push food up an inside wall of the shield so that it can slide into its mouth when it opens its mouth.

Abstract: A feeding apparatus, disposed in a detecting room having therein a target object, includes a fixing element, at least one target sensing unit, a rotating element, a driving module, and a control unit. The fixing element includes at least one lens disposed on a sidewall of the fixing element. The lens converges an infrared radiation in the detecting room onto the target sensing unit which then generates a position signal corresponding to the target object. The rotating element is disposed on one side of the fixing element. The rotating element includes a discharge channel. The driving module is connected to the rotating element. The control unit is coupled to the target sensing unit and the driving module to receive a position signal from the target sensing unit and control the driving module to drive the rotating element according to the position signal.

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: An apparatus for the treatment of drinking water contained in a vessel is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a housing, a drinking water inlet and a drinking water outlet. The apparatus also includes a pump operable to pump drinking water from the water inlet to the water outlet, wherein the water outlet and pump are configured to dispense drinking water generally upwards from the water outlet below a surface of the drinking water to cause a continuing disturbance in a surface of the drinking water contained in the vessel. In one example, the apparatus is used to reduce algae in the water. In another example, the apparatus is used to increase the oxygen content in the water.

Abstract: A water dispenser including a body and a water outlet mechanism, the body includes a base and a supply pipe inside of the body, multiple mounting grooves set on the side of the base; the water outlet mechanism arranged on the base, including a diversion component including a diversion pipe and a diversion valve installed in a pipeline of the diversion pipe; an end of the diversion pipe is connected to the supply pipes, the other end of the diversion pipe extending into the mounting groove; a linkage component, an inner end of that connected to the valve, an outer end of that extending into the mounting groove; when the outer end of the linkage component suffers an inward force, making the valve move to conduct the water inlet chamber and the diversion chamber; and a resetting component that connects the base and the linkage component.

Abstract: Systems and methods are involved with but are not limited to an apparatus including a shank portion including a first longitudinal axis, the shank being shaped and sized to couple with a rotary tool; and a bit head portion including a first end, a second end, and a cylindrical grinder portion extending therebetween, the shank portion extending from the first end, the cylindrical grinder portion cylindrically shaped about a second longitudinal axis aligned in common with the first longitudinal axis, the cylindrical grinder portion including an abrasive cylindrical surface circumferentially positioned thereon, the second end including an end grinder portion, the end grinder portion including an abrasive surface positioned thereon. In addition, other aspects are described in the claims, drawings, and text forming a part of the present disclosure.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a livestock grooming article and method of forming same are disclosed. The livestock grooming article includes a handle extending along a handle axis, and a head extending along a head axis and connected to the handle. The head includes a body including a first major surface and a second major surface, and a back slidably connected to the first major surface of the body. The back includes a first major surface and a second major surface, where the first major surface of the back faces the first major surface of the body when the back is connected to the head. The head also includes a bristle extending through the body and beyond the second major surface of the body.

Abstract: A removable sleeved dog coat for easily adding or removing sleeves to improve pet comfort includes a body stocking having a top side, a left side, a right side, a head aperture, a pair of leg apertures, and a rear aperture. The top side has a zip aperture extending from the head aperture to the rear aperture. The body stocking is configured to be worn on the torso of a dog. A principal zipper is coupled to the zip aperture to open and close the zip aperture. A first attachment mechanism is coupled to the body stocking adjacent the pair of leg apertures and the rear aperture. A pair of rear leg sleeves each has a second attachment mechanism that is selectively engageable with the first attachment mechanism adjacent the rear aperture. The pair of rear leg sleeves is configured to be worn on the rear legs of the dog.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic blanket (1) with weight elements. The blanket (1) comprises a first textile layer (11), a second textile layer (12), and a plurality of weight elements (2) arranged between the first textile layer (11) and the second textile layer (12). Each one of the plurality of weight elements (2) is individually fixed at a predefined position between the first textile layer (11) and the second textile layer (12), and none of the plurality of weight elements (2) are in direct contact with another weight element (2). The present invention is at least partially based on the realisation that by individually arranging weight elements (2) at predefined positions within a therapeutic blanket (1), where none of the weight elements (2) are in direct contact with each other, a blanket (1) with better breathing properties and less noise issues may be achieved.

Abstract: A self-storable lightweight animal leash is described herein. The animal leash includes a distal region, an opposing proximal region, and a medial region therebetween. The distal region may include a receptacle and a self-containable bundling member. The bundling member includes a secured portion fixed inside the receptacle and a bundling portion deployable from the receptacle. The bundling portion is deployable such that when the leash is coiled together, the bundling portion can wrap around the coils to store the leash in a bundled and compact form. The animal leash is particularly useful for backpackers, hikers, campers, and user who frequently travel with their animal.

Abstract: A wild bird treatment system includes an enclosure for accommodating a plurality of wild coveying birds targeted for treatment with at least one ground level entrance of a size and location to permit the targeted birds to freely enter and exit the enclosure while excluding non-targeted animals. An electronic bird caller for attracting wild coveying birds is provided. A feeder assembly, slidably removable from the enclosure, includes a slider assembly and a feed hopper. The slider assembly, slidably removable from the feeder assembly, includes a feed plate assembly and a feed slide for controlling flow of medicated feed. The feed plate assembly, slidably removable from the slider assembly, includes a feed plate of a size and a food delivery box with outlets of a size to control the rate of medicated feed released from the feed hopper specific to the birds targeted for treatment.

Abstract: A beehive including a plurality of hive bodies including a base hive body and at least one upper hive body. There are a plurality of frames positioned in each hive body with a pinning device coupled to a hive body. The hive body has a plurality of holes spaced along a side of the hive body. The pinning device is inserted through at least one of the holes to contact a frame inside the hive body to thereby inhibit shifting of the frame relative to the hive body.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to articles used as an artificial reef and/or used as a part of an artificial reef, methods of making the articles, methods of using the articles, and methods of forming artificial reefs. The articles include a top, at least one support member, and optionally, a base. In some embodiments, the water permeability of the top of the article is greater (and in some embodiments, at least 10% greater) than the water permeability of the support, the water permeability of the optional base, or both. In preferred embodiments, the top, support(s), and optional base are formed of concrete.

Abstract: A modular apparatus and system for managing the temperature of a livewell or other container housing water, and an associated method for installing the same. The system featuring a self-contained fluid line in communication with a first fluid line, which is in fluid communication with the livewell. The system further can comprise an output module capable of outputting a signal related to the system. The modular apparatus generally featuring the system and an enclosure. The enclosure may comprise a user interface and be capable of being located in areas with limited available space. The enclosure can be located adjacent the livewell and detachably coupled to a fishing vessel. The modular apparatus and system can further comprise a condenser, which can be a forced air coil unit, a liquid-cooled unit, or a cold plate heat sink unit. The method of installing generally comprises removing existing livewell hose and providing the system.

Abstract: Generation of chimeric non-human animals hosting bat donor cells involves chimeric mice having bat cells that may be stably tolerated to provide a new platform technology in the general field of biology, and having application in the field of immunology related to virus-host interaction, cancer biology, autoimmunity, and the development of new drugs.

Abstract: Livestock animals and offspring thereof comprising at least one modified chromosomal sequence in a gene encoding an aminopeptidase N (ANPEP) protein are provided. Animal cells that contain such modified chromosomal sequences are also provided. The animals, offspring, and cells have increased resistance to pathogens, including transmissible gastroenteritis virus (TGEV) and porcine respiratory coronavirus (PRCV). The animals, offspring, and cells can optionally further comprise at least one modified chromosomal sequence in a gene encoding a CD163 protein and/or a SIGLEC1 protein. Methods for producing pathogen-resistant non-human animals or lineages of non-human animals are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a human artificial chromosome which is genetically transmissible to the next generation with high efficiency and the method for using the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to: a human artificial chromosome in which an about 3.5 Mb to about 1 Mb region containing an antibody ? light chain gene derived from human chromosome 22 is bound to a chromosome fragment which is transmissible to a progeny through a germ line of a non-human animal, said chromosome fragment is derived from another human chromosome; a non-human animal carrying the human artificial chromosome and an offspring thereof; a method for producing the non-human animal; a method for producing a human antibody using the nonhuman animal or an offspring thereof; and a human antibody-producing mouse carrying the human artificial chromosome.

Abstract: An immunodeficient mouse is provided which is useful as a model of functions and regulation of human natural killer (NK) cells and other interleukin 15 (IL-15)-dependent cell populations and processes in studies of human immunity, cancer, infectious diseases, and other areas. According to specific aspects, an immunodeficient mouse is provided which is genetically modified to express human interleukin 15, wherein the mouse does not have or produce functional mouse natural killer cells, and wherein the mouse is modified to include human natural killer cells. Methods of identifying anti-tumor activity of a test substance using a mouse of the present invention are described along with methods of making the mouse.

Abstract: An automatic media integrated fishing reel for automating reel in, capturing video, and providing entertainment includes a reel housing having a removable top having a line aperture extending through to an inner cavity. A base is coupled to the reel housing and is configured to attach to a fishing pole. A line spool is coupled within the inner cavity and is configured to receive a fishing line. A motor is coupled to the line spool to wind and unwind the fishing line on the line spool. A power source is coupled within the inner cavity and is in operational communication with the motor. A plurality of control buttons is in operational communication with the motor. A video recorder is coupled to the reel housing. A CPU is in operational communication with each of the motor, the power source, the plurality of control buttons, and the video recorder.

Abstract: Provided is a fishing reel with movable magnet brake using a centrifugal force, the fishing reel including operation arms hinged in a spool and being rotated by a centrifugal force due to rotation of the spool, and a pad holder coupled to be able to move forward and backward in the longitudinal direction of a spool shaft and having a brake pad receiving attraction of a braking magnet, in which forward and backward positions of the pad holder are changed and the distance between the braking magnet and the brake pad is adjusted in accordance with a rotational angle of the operation arms due to a centrifugal force, whereby the braking force of the magnet brake decreases.

Abstract: A double bearing reel includes a spool braking device that rotatably supports a spool including a bobbin body on which a fishing line is wound and flange portions formed on both sides of the bobbin body between side plates of a reel body and that applies a braking force to the rotation of the spool, wherein the spool braking device includes a conductive annular body that rotates integrally with the spool and a magnet facing outer peripheral surface of the conductive annular body, and the conductive annular body and the magnet are disposed axially inward of an outer end surface of the flange portions and radially inward of the bobbin body.

Abstract: An animal trap system includes a glue board, an animal trap accelerometer sensor, and a signal unit in close proximity to and in communications with the animal trap accelerometer sensor, wherein the signal unit also contains an accelerometer sensor. The animal trap system is capable of detecting capture events, non-capture events, false positives, and/or the type of animal captured by using differential signal analysis and machine learning techniques. When an acceleration is received by the animal trap accelerometer sensor above a pre-set acceleration threshold value, it sends a capture signal to the signal unit and if the signal unit does not receive such acceleration event, the signal unit transmits a capture signal to an off-site receiver. A method of trapping one or more animals using this system is also provided.

Abstract: A lay-flat barrier has a plurality of modules. Each module has two end pipes attached to each other by one or more connecting pipes to form a frame. Each module also has one or more electrically-conductive mesh panels attached on top of the frame. At least one end pipe of each module is connected to an end pipe of at least one other module. Additionally, the mesh panels of the plurality of modules are adapted to be electrically coupled to each other and to a power source so as to discharge a deterrent amount of current upon contact by a small animal.

Abstract: Barrier (1) for being installed at least partly within a sewage pipe, wherein said barrier (1) comprises two support wings (4) forming an outer shell of said barrier, one or more shutters (6), at least one shutter guide mechanism (7), and a mounting tube (8), and wherein said barrier (1) having a pipe shaped outer shell installable in the sewage pipe, and said barrier having a longitudinal axis X along said pipe shaped outer shell, wherein said shutter (6) is partly covered by said support wings (4), and wherein said support wings (4) are placed along the longitudinal axis X, wherein said support wings (4) are adapted to pivot about a wing hinge (10) positioned on a frame housing (9) of said barrier, wherein said barrier is adapted for having said shutter (6) capable of pivoting about a shutter hinge (15) provided in said frame housing (9) of said barrier, where said shutter (6) having a closed position and a more or less open position, where the shutter (6) is capable of pivoting from a substantially vertica

Abstract: A pest control system for tracking and locating the nest of the pest to improve the efficiency of pest control. The pest control system comprising a detector for detecting pests which have consumed a conducting tracking material; the detector comprising a sensing head comprising an electrical conductance loop; and a pest sensing circuit configured to sense the electrical continuity of the presence of the conducting tracking material to generate a first pest signal and comprising at least one indicator configured to indicate the first pest signal received from the sensing head. The pest control system also comprises a sensor probe comprising a body configured for inserting into a substrate to indicate the presence of a pest colony; and at least one sensor electrically connected to the pest sensing circuit and configured to generate a second pest signal to be indicated on the at least one indicator.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to methods and compositions to determine viability of an organ for transplantation and other medical purposes. One aspect of the invention relates to a method for assessing the viability of an organ by measuring the energy parameters to determine the energy level of the organ by determining the stored cellular energy (e.g., ATP levels), and/or energy consumption over a particular time period of viability. The energy parameters can be compared to reference energy parameters as a highly accurate and reliable prediction of viable cell yield, and organ viability. Another aspect of the invention relates methods to preserve or extend the time period of viability of an organ any combination of (i) preservation perfusion of the organ to prevent ischemic damage, (ii) chemical metabolic suppression of the organ e.g., using metabolic suppressants, (iii) metabolic suppression by physical or environmental conditions, e.g., sub-zero non-freezing storage.

Abstract: A method of reducing downward migration of a pesticide (optionally in soil or turf), comprising applying a composition comprising a pesticide that is solubilized in a water-immiscible solvent to form an oil in water emulsion or an emulsifiable concentrate, wherein said pesticide exhibits superior performance against a targeted pest due to decreased downward migration in soil as compared with said pesticide which is not in an oil in water emulsion or emulsifiable concentrate form.

Abstract: Described herein, inter alia, is a composition comprising an agricultural agent in particulate form and a microfibrillated cellulose, and methods of making and using the aforementioned composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising a hollow glucan particle or cell wall particle encapsulating a terpene component, methods of their manufacture and their use. The compositions are suitable for preventing and treating infections in plants and animals, including humans.

Abstract: The present invention relates to various herbicidal compositions comprising microcapsules containing an acetamide herbicide. The present invention also relates to processes for preparing these compositions and methods of using these compositions for controlling weeds.

Abstract: Multifunctional agricultural adjuvant compositions (“MAACs”) include at least one liquid component and one or more solid agricultural particles dispersed in the liquid component. The liquid component may include at least one methylated seed oil. Examples of the solid agricultural particles include ammonium sulfate, other water conditioners, amino acids, or polymers. The MAAC exhibits one or more desired functions depending on the quantity and composition of the liquid component, the quantity and composition of the solid agricultural particles, and, optionally, adding one or more surfactants and/or one or more additional components (e.g., rheology modifiers) to the MAAC. The desired functions of the MAAC may include at least one of a water conditioner, a surfactant, a high surfactant oil concentrate, a crop oil concentrate, or a drift reduction and a deposition adjuvant.

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: Antimicrobial films and processes therefor are described. In some examples, the films include at least one water permeable polymer including uniformly dispersed particles of at least one antimicrobial agent having an average size of no greater than 50 microns. The antimicrobial film defines a contact surface configured to contact a target surface of a separate article to provide an antimicrobial effect to the target surface.