Apple Patents (Class PLT/161)
  • Publication number: 20230320242
    Abstract: ‘R205’ is a new apple tree notable for its fruit, which exhibits attractive dark red skin and red and white flesh and is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 16, 2023
    Publication date: October 5, 2023
    Applicant: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20230189676
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described. The variety results from a limb sport found in Angers, France. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance, characterised by a high proportion of red over color and an over color pattern that is a solid flush.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2022
    Publication date: June 15, 2023
    Applicant: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited
    Inventors: Bruno ESSNER, Kenneth Charles BREEN
  • Publication number: 20220418177
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica Borkh, apple tree named ‘MD-TAP2’ is distinguished by its attractive tree architecture, reduced need for hand pruning and training, observed tolerance to high temperatures during the growing season, fireblight (Erwinia amylovora) and fruit which is harvested two weeks earlier than its seed parent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Publication date: December 29, 2022
    Inventors: Christopher S. Walsh, Julia M. Harshman, Kathleen W. Hunt
  • Publication number: 20220369525
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘MD-TAP1’ is distinguished by its attractive tree architecture, reduced need for hand pruning and training, and fruit which is harvested six weeks earlier than its seed parent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Publication date: November 17, 2022
    Inventors: Christopher S. Walsh, Julia M. Harshman, Kathleen W. Hunt
  • Publication number: 20210345532
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA093’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color and early maturity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Publication number: 20210345533
    Abstract: ‘R203’ is a new variety of apple tree selected for its distinctive and flavorful red and yellow-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2021
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20210274694
    Abstract: ‘R202’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive and flavorful red-and-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Publication date: September 2, 2021
    Applicant: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20210168980
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘REGALNAT’ produces high yield of firm fruits with large size, round slightly flattened shape, and a luminous dark red skin color, having exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling, its tolerance to main apple pests and diseases and its storage qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2020
    Publication date: June 3, 2021
    Applicant: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence MAILLARD, Arsène MAILLARD
  • Publication number: 20210059089
    Abstract: ‘Bingo Gala’ is a new apple variety discovered as a limb mutation of ‘Tenroy Gala.’ The fruit of ‘Bingo Gala’ is notable for its cherry-red overcolor, which consistently covers about eighty percent of the fruit surface. ‘Bingo Gala’ can be harvested in one pick.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2020
    Publication date: February 25, 2021
    Inventor: Jan Dawid Wiegman
  • Publication number: 20200383253
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica) named ‘Bella Rosa.’ ‘Bella Rosa’ is a whole plant mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by very early full pink-red color over the entire surface of the fruit, its spreading to drooping habit, and its solid flush color pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Applicant: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Brendon Francis
  • Publication number: 20200296872
    Abstract: ‘Y103’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive dark pink and white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Valerie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP32220
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree, ‘FR1063’, originating as a whole tree mutation of an unknown variety Malus domestica. This new variety is unique from other apple cultivars because of its coloring, flavor and ripening date.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Inventor: Frederic A Rasch
  • Patent number: PP32234
    Abstract: ‘Y103’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive dark pink and white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP32391
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh apple tree variety named ‘CIVM49’ is particularly characterized by resistance to scab. The tree has a very precocious bearing and medium vigor with high and constant productivity. The fruits are very attractive with uniform brilliant deep red color which covers the 80% of the surface. It has a very high eating quality, the flesh is crisp, juicy and tasty with high sweetness and medium-low acidity. Excellent storability and shelf life. Ripening time: 10/15 days after Gala.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: C.I.V.—CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI—SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli
  • Patent number: PP32392
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘IPADOR’, particularly characterized by an extreme long storability and shelf life, scab resistance, very good overcolor development and a strong aroma after storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Annemarie Auwerkerken
  • Patent number: PP32417
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh apple tree variety named ‘CIVPEAK’, particularly characterized by a medium overall vigor, spreading habit, and easy management. The fruit has a conical shape, and regular size. The skin is flushed and mottled with a purple-red overcolor on 80-90% of a yellow background surface. The flesh is very firm, crunchy, and juicy. The taste is balanced with a good level of acidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Assignee: C.I.V.—CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI—SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli
  • Patent number: PP32618
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree Malus domestica named ‘RDS’.‘RDS’ is a spontaneous limb mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Red’ and is distinguished by its early color development, a reddish brown current season wood growth on the sunny side, and a high level of red anthocyanin on the back of the leaf petiole and on young fruitlets. It is further distinguished by its strong bloom on fruit at maturity, a very dark intensity purple red hue of overcolor and a narrow stripe with solid flush having weakly defined stripes overcolor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2020
    Assignee: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Ashley Green, Brenton Green
  • Patent number: PP32702
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus x domestica apple tree named ‘NY73’, particularly characterized by its attractive fruit appearance, unique pink blush, overall superior horticultural performance and consistency, including excellent fruit quality at harvest by having firm, crisp, juicy, and flavorful fruit with great potential for marketing as both a fresh apple and in u-pick, retail, and wholesale operations is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Assignee: CORNELL UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP32720
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of Malus domestica named ‘HOT84A1’ and characterized by its attractive appearance, its dark red color, and is notable for its long storage life. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘Scired’ (not patented) and ‘Scilate’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 20,477) in Havelock North, New Zealand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Assignees: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E.
    Inventors: Joan Bonany, Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP32850
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica) named ‘Bella Rosa’. ‘Bella Rosa’ is a whole plant mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by very early full pink-red color over the entire surface of the fruit, its spreading to drooping habit, and its solid flush color pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Brendon Francis
  • Patent number: PP32877
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple tree from a controlled cross of Honeycrisp x CO-OP 39 that is distinctly different from its parents and other mid-season apples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Assignee: Regal Fruit International, LLC
    Inventors: Neal Manly, Kenneth Adams
  • Patent number: PP32964
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘BABYLOVE’ produces high yield of fruits with small to very small size and round flattened shape, an orange red to red skin color, firm to very firm, and with exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling and storage qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2021
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence Maillard, Arsène Maillard
  • Patent number: PP33113
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree named ‘SO 7’ originating as a whole tree mutation. This new variety is unique from its parent in the brighter red, highly colored fruit and bright red coloration of the petiole underside extending to the leaf midvein in a majority of leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: International Plant Management, Inc
    Inventor: Alton R Seaman
  • Patent number: PP33495
    Abstract: ‘Eastman’ is a new variety of apple tree discovered as a chance seedling. The fruit of ‘Eastman’ is notable for its attractive tri-color flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Inventors: Rafe Douglas Ward, Nicole Elizabeth Ward
  • Patent number: PP33508
    Abstract: ‘R202’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive and flavorful red-and-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP33545
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA003’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color, large size and tender-crisp flesh texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP33546
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of Malus x domestica Borkh. named ‘NJ150’ is provided. This variety is distinguished from other apple varieties by its unique combination of excellent production large, high quality aromatic fruit with an attractive red (RHS 53A) blush over a yellow (RHS 11C) ground color on trees that are highly tolerant to cedar apple rust (Gymnosporangium juniperiviriginianae) and apple scab (Venturia inaequalis) and have low susceptibility to fire blight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
    Inventors: Joseph C. Goffreda, Anna M. Voordeckers
  • Patent number: PP33654
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA093’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color and early maturity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2021
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP33734
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘REGALNAT’ produces high yield of firm fruits with large size, round slightly flattened shape, and a luminous dark red skin color, having exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling, its tolerance to main apple pests and diseases and its storage qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2021
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence Maillard, Arsène Maillard
  • Patent number: PP33756
    Abstract: A new cultivar of apple tree named ‘MN80’ that is characterized by its good winter hardiness in U.S.D.A. Zone 4, its good resistance to apple scab in field observations with multi-gene resistance, its fruit with a long storage life, its fruit with a desirable skin color with a yellow base color and red overcolor, its fruit with a long storage life, and its fruit with a texture that is firm, crisp, and juicy, which is maintained during storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
    Inventors: David Bedford, James Luby, Matthew Clark
  • Patent number: PP33757
    Abstract: ‘MC-51’ is a whole tree mutation of the ‘MC38’ variety of apple tree, characterized by the early and homogeneous coloration of its fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 21, 2021
    Assignee: A D MCLEAN INVESTMENTS PTY LTD
    Inventor: Allan McLean
  • Patent number: PP33835
    Abstract: A new apple tree named ‘Isadora’ apple tree, distinguished by its suitability for growing regions with low chilling hours; immunity to Glomerella leaf spot (Colletotrichum spp.); and relatively late harvest window as compared to varieties grown in the same low-chill regions. ‘Isadora’ is further notable for its fruit, which has very good flavor and sweetness and is firm and very crunchy. The fruit of ‘Isadora’ does well in long-term storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2022
    Assignee: Empresa de Pesquisa Agropecuaria e Estensao Rural de Santa Catarina S.A.
    Inventors: Frederico Denardi, Marcus Vinicius Kvitschal, Maraisa Crestani Hawerroth
  • Patent number: PP33836
    Abstract: A new cultivar of apple tree named ‘8S5505’ that is characterized by its fruit that is flavorful with aromatic tropical notes, its fruit that is crisp, its fruit that is juicy, its fruit with excellent storage life, fruit with excellent shelf life, its trees with strong lateral growth, its high disease resistance to ‘apple scab’ (Venturia inaequalis) due to the presence of the VF gene and its mid-season bloom period (similar timing to Golden Delicious).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2022
    Assignee: HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN IN RIGHT OF CANADA AS REPRESENTED BY THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE AND AGRI-FOOD
    Inventors: Cheryl Hampson, Richard MacDonald
  • Patent number: PP33940
    Abstract: ‘R203’ is a new variety of apple tree selected for its distinctive and flavorful red and yellow-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2022
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP33962
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Apple tree named ‘Pinot Prince’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; numerous fruit produced per plant; fruits with bright red-colored skin; and tolerance to winter and spring frosts and suitable for Mediterranean climate conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2022
    Assignee: V.O.F. Gebr. Van Benuingen
    Inventor: Hendrik Adriaan van Beuningen
  • Patent number: PP33995
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described, the variety resulting from controlled cross pollination between (Fuji x Shinano Gold). This variety can be characterized by its full red coloration and crisp texture. The new variety has been named ‘Takano 6’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2022
    Inventor: Takao Takano
  • Patent number: PP34086
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Apple tree named ‘Wurtwinning’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; numerous fruit produced per plant; high quality fruits with bright red-colored skin; and resistance to Apple Scab and Powdery Mildew.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2021
    Date of Patent: April 5, 2022
    Assignee: FRESH FORWARD HOLDING B.V.
    Inventor: Marinus Johannes Maria Smulders
  • Patent number: PP34206
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica Borkh. apple tree named ‘Sun Spark’, particularly characterized by its fruit taste, crispy and juicy texture, with a sub-acid flavor and mild aroma with a sweet hue, as well as its long shelf-life, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2022
    Assignee: LI IMKE GBR
    Inventor: Gerhard Sundermeyer
  • Patent number: PP34399
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described. The variety results from a limb sport found in Washington, United States. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance, characterised by a high proportion of red over color and an over color pattern that is a solid flush with weakly defined stripes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2022
    Assignee: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited
    Inventors: Kenneth Charles Breen, Nicholas Anderson
  • Patent number: PP34416
    Abstract: ‘Starlord’ is a new apple tree selected for its resistance to apple Anthracnose, and for its large, flavorful fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2022
    Inventor: Robert Laymon
  • Patent number: PP34437
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple was identified from a population of seedlings derived from a controlled cross of ‘Honeycrisp’ and ‘Co-op 31.’ The new variety, named ‘MAIA-SM’ ripens in late August. ‘MAIA-SM’ has distinctly different skin color than its parent varieties in lenticel appearance and ground color. ‘MAIA-SM’ has consistent annual cropping with minimal horticultural inputs and achieves a full sweet flavor earlier than most apple varieties. ‘MAIA-SM’ is the apple most preferred by consumers in a blind taste test during the apple harvest window before ‘Honeycrisp.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 31, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2022
    Inventors: William Dodd, David Doud, John Mitchel Lynd, Gregory Miller
  • Patent number: PP34658
    Abstract: ‘R204’ is a new apple tree notable for its fruit, which exhibits attractive red and pale yellow-orange flesh, stores well and is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2022
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP34990
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘M.7’ Apple Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., with standard commercial fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying, irrigation and fertilization. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features: 1. Tree having a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Tree being a regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with a high degree of attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit ripening in the early maturing season. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with good storage and shipping ability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP35027
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and denominated SPINK754. The new variety exhibits an attractive and intense color, harvesting 1 to 2 weeks prior to the standard variety, and strong post-harvest preservation when grown under the conditions prevailing in the central valley of Chile.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2023
    Assignee: IVU California, LLC
    Inventor: Alejandro Navarro
  • Patent number: PP35028
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA025’, notable for its resistance to apple scab and for its fruit, which has an attractive red skin color, excellent texture and sweet rich flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 21, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2023
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Allan G. White
  • Patent number: PP35069
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica Borkh. apple tree named ‘Nicored’, particularly characterized by its improved fruit color relative to its parent ‘Nicoter’, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2023
    Inventor: Werner Zanetti
  • Patent number: PP35177
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of ‘Malus domestica’ apple tree named ‘WA 64’ and produced from a controlled cross of ‘Honeycrisp’ and ‘Cripps Pink’ is described herein. ‘WA 64’ is distinctly different from each of its parents and other mid-season apples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2022
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Assignee: WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Bruce Barritt, Katherine M. Evans
  • Patent number: PP35367
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica Borkh, apple tree named ‘MD-TAP2’ is distinguished by its attractive tree architecture, reduced need for hand pruning and training, observed tolerance to high temperatures during the growing season, fireblight (Erwinia amylovora) and fruit which is harvested two weeks earlier than its seed parent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2023
    Assignee: University of Maryland, College Park
    Inventors: Christopher S. Walsh, Julia M. Harshman, Kathleen W. Hunt
  • Patent number: PP35577
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Apple tree named ‘Wuranda’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; numerous large fruit produced per plant; high quality fruits with bright pinkish red skin color; and resistance to Apple Scab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2024
    Assignee: FRESH FORWARD HOLDING B.V.
    Inventor: Marinus Johannes Maria Smulders
  • Patent number: PP35603
    Abstract: ‘R205’ is a new apple tree notable for its fruit, which exhibits attractive dark red skin and red and white flesh and is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 16, 2023
    Date of Patent: January 30, 2024
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet