Apple Patents (Class PLT/161)
  • Publication number: 20140208466
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of McIntosh apple tree, ‘Thome Red,’ originating as a limb mutation of the Malus domestica variety of ‘Caudle’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 9,068). This new variety is unique from its parent in the early timing of the red coloration of the skin of the fruit, a much redder coloration of the skin of the fruit at maturity and the red coloration of the leaf petiole and veins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2013
    Publication date: July 24, 2014
    Applicant: International Plant Management, Inc.
    Inventor: Steven J. Thome
  • Publication number: 20140165239
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Sinfonia’ particularly characterized by having a mid-season ripening time, with high productivity and precocious fruit bearing. The fruit are of big size, with elongated shape. The overcolor is light red over green background. The flesh is very firm with fine texture and good juiciness. The flavor is slightly acidic with a global excellent eating quality. The fruit keeps very well on the tree, as well as in cold storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2013
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Inventor: C.I.V. - CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI - SOCIETIA CONSORTILE A R.L.
  • Publication number: 20130333079
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘MAC 2137’ is disclosed. The new apple is notable for its attractive appearance, superb texture, improved flavor and early ripening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2012
    Publication date: December 12, 2013
    Inventor: David W. MacGregor
  • Publication number: 20130269069
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘CIV323’ particularly characterized by a moderately vigorous tree with open habit. Highly productive with precocious fruit bearing. Resistant to scab. The fruit is red, medium in size with a regular cylindrical shape. The flesh is creamy, fine, crispy and juicy. the flavour is good, with high acid level a good content of sugar. Good storability under ULO-conditions for up to six months.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2013
    Publication date: October 10, 2013
    Inventor: C.I.V. - CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI - SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
  • Publication number: 20130269068
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Majesty’ particularly characterized by a medium-low vigorous tree with high and consistent production. The fruit is of medium-big size, with elongated regular shape. The color is attractive red, covered on 80-90% of the surface. The flesh is very firm, crisp and juicy. The taste is very good. The flavor is aromatic with high sugar content and balanced acidity level. ‘Majesty’ has a very good ability for long term storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 9, 2013
    Publication date: October 10, 2013
    Inventor: C.I.V. - CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI - SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
  • Publication number: 20130263334
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘REGALYOU’ has fruits with large size and round shape, a red skin color, very firm, and with good eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling and storage qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Applicant: Agro Selections Fruits
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Publication number: 20130227750
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘WA 38’ that is distinguished by its intense and nearly full color, internal indices that are different than its parents, and its long common storage life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2012
    Publication date: August 29, 2013
    Applicant: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventor: Bruce H. Barritt
  • Publication number: 20130086713
    Abstract: A new and distinct strain of apple, designated ‘DAS-10’, originated as a whole tree mutation in a ‘Honeycrisp’ planting. The fruit ripen 21 days earlier than parent tree fruit, which will provide fruit producers with an opportunity to sell high quality apple fruit earlier than either ‘Honeycrisp’ or ‘Gala.’ Fruit color and eating quality are similar to ‘Honeycrisp.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2012
    Publication date: April 4, 2013
    Applicant: Adams County Nursery, Inc.
    Inventor: Adams County Nursery, Inc.
  • Publication number: 20130074225
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA96’ is disclosed. The new apple is notable for its attractive appearance, superb texture, improved flavor and long shelf life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Inventor: Allan White
  • Publication number: 20130014299
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is somewhat similar in its overall characteristics to that of the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7197) but which is distinguishable therefrom by producing fruit which are ripe for harvesting and shipment about 10 days later then the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree when grown under the prevailing ecological conditions which occur near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2011
    Publication date: January 10, 2013
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Publication number: 20120240296
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is somewhat similar in its overall characteristics to that of the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,197), but which is distinguishable therefrom by producing a fruit which is ripe for harvesting and shipment about 5 days earlier than the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree when grown under the prevailing ecological conditions which occur near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Publication number: 20120240294
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree ‘Malus domestica’ which is denominated varietally as ‘CN 121’ and which produces an attractively colored apple which his mature for harvesting and shipment approximately September 19 under the ecological conditions prevailing near Ephrata, Wash., in the central portion of Washington State.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Publication number: 20120240295
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree (‘Malus Domestica’) and which has been denominated varietally as ‘CN B60’ and which produces an attractively colored apple which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately September 19 under the ecological conditions prevailing near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Publication number: 20120096609
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree Malus domestica×Malus robusta hybrid ‘G.969’ is described herein. The new variety is resistant to fire blight (Erwinia amylovora) and crown rot (Phytophthora cactorum). The ‘G.969’ rootstock is useful in that it can be propagated clonally and used as a semi-dwarfing rootstock or root system for apple trees as well as for interstems of apple trees.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 19, 2010
    Publication date: April 19, 2012
    Applicant: Cornell University
    Inventors: James Cummins, Herbert Sanders Aldwinckle, Terence Lee Robinson, Gennaro Fazio
  • Publication number: 20110126330
    Abstract: ‘Gradiyel’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its semi-upright plant habit, freely flowering and fruiting habit, mid-season flowering time, and high storage capacity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Inventors: Alexandre Grard, Olivier Grard
  • Publication number: 20110126331
    Abstract: ‘Gradirose’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its semi-upright plant habit, skin over color, early timing of fruit ripening, and fruit quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Publication date: May 26, 2011
    Inventors: Alexandre Grard, Olivier Grard
  • Patent number: PP21412
    Abstract: ‘PLMAS98’ is a new apple tree that originated as a limb sport mutation of ‘Cripps Pink’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,880). The new variety is notable for its early maturity. Fruit of the new variety is mature and ready for harvest at least 15 days earlier than fruit of ‘Cripps Pink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Inventors: Gordon Maslin, Christina Maslin
  • Patent number: PP21555
    Abstract: ‘PLFOG99’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its compact tree type, spur bearing habit, and early maturity as compared to ‘Cripps Pink’ and other known cultivars.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2010
    Inventors: Terry Fogliani, Dianne Fogliani
  • Patent number: PP21606
    Abstract: ‘PLBAR B1’ is a new apple tree that originated as a limb sport mutation of ‘Cripps Pink.’ The new variety is notable for its exceptional color and early maturity as compared to ‘Cripps Pink.’ Fruit of the new variety is mature and ready for harvest 14 to 18 days earlier than fruit of ‘Cripps Pink.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2011
    Assignee: Teak Enterprises Pty Limited
    Inventor: Dennis W. Barnsby
  • Patent number: PP21697
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh. variety of apple tree named ‘CIVNIRED S’, particularly characterized by deep bright red, striped skin color of mature fruit; more intense and extension overcolor of mature fruit; outstanding eating quality (taste and crispness) of mature fruit; and excellent shelf life of mature fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: C.I.V. Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti - Societa Consortile A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Silvia Salvi, Francesco Tagliani
  • Patent number: PP21710
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of an Malus domestica ‘apple’ tree, named ‘WA 2’, that is distinguished by its attractive blush, outstanding texture being firm, crisp and juicy, and the presence of the homozygous genes for ethylene production ACS1-2/2 and ACO1-2/2 which contribute to maintaining the fruit quality over long periods of storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2011
    Assignee: Washington State University Foundation
    Inventor: Bruce H. Barritt
  • Patent number: PP21722
    Abstract: A new apple tree named ‘Daligris’ is disclosed. The fruit of the new variety is particularly notable for its eating quality and distinctive flavor and appearance. The fruit is very sweet and has a pronounced aniseed flavor, and takes on a distinctive red orange coloration as it ripens on the tree.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: S.N.C. Elaris
    Inventor: Guy Ligonnière
  • Patent number: PP22001
    Abstract: A new and distinctive cultivar of flowering crabapple, Malus ‘Bailears’, that is characterized by its small stature, its weeping habit, its foliage that is burgundy in color when emerging and changes to burgundy green in color as the leaves mature, its abundance of purple-pink flowers opening from deep pink buds, and its dark red fruit that is persistent into winter, and its hardiness in U.S.D.A. Zones 4 to 7.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 5, 2011
    Assignee: Bailey Nurseries, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon W. Koeneman, Michael K. Koeneman
  • Patent number: PP22207
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree cultivar named ‘New York 2’ that is characterized by having red, juicy, crisp fruits with a firm texture and tart flavor that ripen mid to late season. The fruit of ‘New York 2’ has a very long storage life (100-150 days) while maintaining fresh quality. Trees are annually productive, grower friendly and fruits are not subject to pre-harvest drop and have good retention on the tree. ‘New York 2’ was tested as NY 92609-463.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: Cornell University
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP22228
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree variety named ‘New York 1,’ particularly characterized by having attractive red fruits that are sweet, juicy and have a crisp texture and ripen early mid-season. The fruit of ‘New York 1’ has excellent quality at harvest that it maintains during long storage (100-150 days). Trees are annually productive. ‘New York 1’ was tested as NY 98804-001.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2011
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP22244
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of apple tree is described, and which is characterized as to novelty by producing an attractively colored apple which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately September 16th under the ecological conditions prevailing in Central Washington State.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2011
    Inventor: Larry D. Jones
  • Patent number: PP22356
    Abstract: ‘PremAl7’ is a new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica Mill.) notable for its attractive blush yellow color and excellent flavor and texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2011
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Allan G. White
  • Patent number: PP22357
    Abstract: ‘PremA193’ is a new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica Mill.) notable for its attractive blush color and excellent flavor and texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2011
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Allan G. White
  • Patent number: PP22794
    Abstract: ‘Inored’ is a new apple tree notable for its resistance to scab, and for its high quality fruit. Fruit of ‘Inored’ is highly colored, sweet, and late-maturing and has a long shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 19, 2012
    Assignees: Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique, Novadi SARL
    Inventors: Christelle Pitiot, François Laurens
  • Patent number: PP22858
    Abstract: A new apple tree (Malus domestica Borkh.) named ‘NC1’ is described. ‘NC1’ is the result of a cross between ‘Cox's Orange Pippin’ and ‘Golden Delicious.’ The fruit of ‘NC1’ is notable for its late maturity, attractive appearance and long shelf life as compared to its parents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2012
    Inventor: John Roland Breach
  • Patent number: PP22859
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a variety of an apple tree obtained by branch mutation and by selection of the variety ‘Golden Clone B’. The present invention variety ‘Golden Parsi’ exhibits an appropriate distinguishability, homogeneity, uniformity, and stability. The vigor of the tree is medium. The tree type is ramified. The habit of the apple tree is spreading. The pubescence on an upper half of a shoot is weak or similar to the pubescence in ‘Golden Delicious’. The thickness as measured by the diameter at the center is medium or similar to the thickness in ‘Jonagold’ for a one year old shoot. The number of lenticels is many for a one year old shoot. The predominant color of a flower is dark pink in a balloon stage. An overcolor appears early in season with a brown-red color. The overcolor disappears almost totally, and toward harvest increases and gets red. The overcolor remains red even after months of storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2012
    Assignee: Kikli SRL-GmbH
    Inventors: Egon Schmider, Thomas Braun
  • Patent number: PP22974
    Abstract: ‘Gradiyel’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its semi-upright plant habit, freely flowering and fruiting habit, mid-season flowering time, and high storage capacity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Inventors: Alexandre Grard, Olivier Grard
  • Patent number: PP22975
    Abstract: ‘Gradirose’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its semi-upright plant habit, skin over color, early timing of fruit ripening, and fruit quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 21, 2012
    Inventors: Alexandre Grard, Olivier Grard
  • Patent number: PP22990
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from a limb sport found in Nelson, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance, with a high proportion of red coloration and areas of a darker red coloration in the form of a blush. This new variety is also characterised by an early harvest date and has been named ‘Southfield’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: August 28, 2012
    Assignee: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited
    Inventor: Richard John Raymond Hoddy
  • Patent number: PP23003
    Abstract: A new apple tree (Malus domestics Borkh) ‘Monalisa’ is described. ‘Monalisa’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple notable for its high resistance to scab and glomerella leaf spot, resistance to red spider mite, low chilling requirement and uniform red-purple skin color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 4, 2012
    Assignee: EPAGRI
    Inventors: Frederico Denardi, Anisio Pedro Camilo
  • Patent number: PP23236
    Abstract: A new ‘Gala’-type apple variety named ‘CH 101.’ The new variety is distinguished by its large orange-red fruit, high fruit sugar content, and resistance to scab.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignee: Agroscope Changins-Wädenswil
    Inventor: Markus Kellerhals
  • Patent number: PP23418
    Abstract: A new cultivar of apple tree, ‘PLUMAC’ that is characterized by having a tree habit that is weeping and naturally feathering allowing the tree to be easily trained, tree bark that is greyed orange in color, and fruit that is mottled, flushed and striped, has excellent pressure and texture with a very sweet flavor, is late in coloring and has a long harvest season, is large in size with the large size developing evenly throughout the tree, and that stores well in a coolstore without problems such as bitter pit, scald, water core, or discoloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Inventor: Geoffrey R. P. Plunkett
  • Patent number: PP23649
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is somewhat similar in its overall characteristics to that of the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,197) but which is distinguishable therefrom by producing fruit which are ripe for harvesting and shipment about 10 days later then the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree when grown under the prevailing ecological conditions which occur near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2013
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Patent number: PP23777
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree ‘Malus domestica’ which is denominated varietally as ‘CN 121’ and which produces an attractively colored apple which his mature for harvesting and shipment approximately September 19 under the ecological conditions prevailing near Ephrata, Wash., in the central portion of Washington State.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Patent number: PP23862
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree (‘Malus Domestica’) and which has been denominated varietally as ‘CN B60’ and which produces an attractively colored apple which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately September 19 under the ecological conditions prevailing near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Patent number: PP23933
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is somewhat similar in its overall characteristics to that of the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,197), but which is distinguishable therefrom by producing a fruit which is ripe for harvesting and shipment about 5 days earlier than the ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree when grown under the prevailing ecological conditions which occur near Ephrata, Wash.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2013
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Patent number: PP24054
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘WA 5’, that is distinguished by its attractive color of bright orange-red with distinct stripe over yellow background and exceptional eating quality, both fresh and after several months in common storage. WA 5 is homozygous for the ethylene production genes ASC1-2/2 and ACO1-1/1 which confer low ethylene production.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventor: Bruce H. Barritt
  • Patent number: PP24091
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Gemini’ particularly characterized by medium vigorous tree with spreading habit. Highly productive with precocious fruit bearing. Resistant to scab, very low susceptibility to powdery mildew. The fruit is very attractive, big, larger than ‘Gala’ with a regular conical shape. The ground color is green with a uniform brilliant ruby red blush, the area of over color is very large. Not subject to cracking. The flesh is creamy, crispy, fresh and juicy with a slight acidity taste. The storage life is comparable to ‘Gala’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Assignee: C.I.V.—Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti—Societa Consortile A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Patent number: PP24092
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Fujion’ particularly characterized by having a medium vigorous tree, precocious fruit bearing with high productivity. Resistant to scab. Harvest period more concentrated than for ‘Fuji’ and can generally be completed in two pickings. The fruit is similar to ‘Fuji-Nagafu 12’ with a purple red over colour and well-defined stripes. It is round and slightly elongated, very regular and more consistent in size than Fuji. The flesh is crispy, juicy and intensely sweet, generally sweeter than ‘Fuji’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2013
    Assignee: C.I.V.—Consorzio Italiano Vivaista—Societa Consortile A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Patent number: PP24136
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree variety ‘Picnic’ is described herein. ‘Picnic’ fruit is small, conical, red, not smooth, low brightness, and matures in late September.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: The Rural Development Administration, Republic of Korea
    Inventors: Soon-Il Kwon, Mok-Jong Kim, Png-Nyol Paek, Jong-Chul Nam
  • Patent number: PP24210
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘WA 38’ that is distinguished by its intense and nearly full color, internal indices that are different than its parents, and its long common storage life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 4, 2014
    Assignee: Washington State University Research Foundation
    Inventor: Bruce H. Barritt
  • Patent number: PP24419
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is characterized as to novelty by producing an attractively colored apple which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately October 12 under the ecological conditions prevailing in central, Washington state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 6, 2014
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Patent number: PP24550
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Gaia’ particularly characterized by moderately vigorous tree with good habit. Highly productive with precocious fruit bearing. Resistant to scab. The fruit is big, larger than Gala, with a regular, rounded, slightly flattened shape. Less subject to cracking then Gala. Yellowish-green ground colour with striped red overcolour. The flesh is creamy, fine, crispy and juicy. The flavour is good, very sweet, similar to Galaxy but with a more intense aroma. Storage life comparable to Galaxy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2014
    Assignee: C.I.V.—Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti—Societá Consortile A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Patent number: PP24570
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘RENOIRCIV’ particularly characterized by moderately vigorous tree with good habit and good productivity. Resistant to scab. The tree produces well on two-year-old branches, is self-thinning and naturally keeps to one or two apples per cluster. The shape of fruit is conical-obloid, slightly flattened. Yellowish-green ground color with russeting over 50-60% of the surface; fruit growing in direct sunlight may take on a light red hue on the exposed part. The flavor is excellent with a very intense aroma similar to ‘Reinette blanche du Canada’, but sweeter. The fruit is good to eat fresh, even directly after harvest. The flesh is yellow, firm and juicy. May be stored until April.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 24, 2014
    Assignee: C.I.V.—Consorzio Italiano Vivaisti—Società Consortile A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Patent number: PP24579
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree ‘MAIA1’ is described, derived from a cross of ‘Honeycrisp’ and ‘Fuji’. This new variety is unique from parent ‘Honeycrisp’ by being harvested in mid-October, 6-8 weeks after ‘Honeycrisp’. This new variety is unique from parent ‘Fuji’ by tree form, with ‘MAIA1’ being moderate vigor, more open tree canopy and higher spur density as contrasted with the bushy, tight tree canopy and lower spur density of ‘Fuji’. ‘MAIA1’ blooms approximately one week later than parent ‘Fuji’. ‘MAIA1’ fruit is moderate size, very crisp, sweet and long keeping, both in refrigerated storage and at room temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 1, 2014
    Assignee: Midwest Apple Improvement Association
    Inventors: William Dodd, David Doud, John Mitchell Lynd, Gregory Miller