Green Or Yellow Fruited Variety Patents (Class PLT/172)
  • Publication number: 20180263155
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) medium to late ripening, dessert variety that exhibits a columnar tree growth type, Vf-resistance against scab, and yellow fruits having a very good taste that are suitable for eating immediately or shortly after harvesting. The new variety is preferable for home apple growing as solitary trees or in groups to function as hedges.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Inventors: Radek Cerny, Jan Zima, Otto Louda, Jaroslav Tupy
  • Publication number: 20180160580
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) variety that bears fruits having a yellow skin color and good eating and keeping qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2017
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventor: Michael Neumüller
  • Publication number: 20180098471
    Abstract: ‘HC2-1’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its productivity and its attractive early maturing fruit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 26, 2017
    Publication date: April 5, 2018
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20180098470
    Abstract: ‘Y102’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive pink and light yellow-fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2016
    Publication date: April 5, 2018
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20180027710
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree Malus domestica named ‘YCP.’ ‘YCP’ is a spontaneous limb mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by its bright lime green fruit color, its Yellow-green one-year old shoots, its petals of white-only color, and its pedicel, sepals and balloon blossom all of Yellow-green color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2017
    Publication date: January 25, 2018
    Applicant: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Maurice Silverstein, Catherine Silverstein, Bo Silverstein
  • Publication number: 20170127584
    Abstract: A new and distinct dessert diploid variety of Malus domestica Borkh. that is characterized by very early to early time of harvesting and eating maturity and polygenic resistance against scab. The new variety has a ramified tree type of medium vigor and a spreading tree habit. Fruits are small to medium sized, with a globose-conical shape, yellow ground color, and red overcolor. The fruit flesh has medium firmness, is very juicy, and has a sweet aroma. Bloom, greasiness, and russeting are absent. The variety suits well for organic production as for a home garden.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 28, 2016
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Radek Cerny, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Publication number: 20160106014
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is distinguished as to novelty by producing an attractively colored apple which is ripe for harvesting and shipment on and about the last week of January under the ecological conditions prevailing near Havelock North, New Zealand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2014
    Publication date: April 14, 2016
    Applicant: Te Mata Consultants Limited
    Inventor: David F. Cranwell
  • Publication number: 20130326769
    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 on approximately October 2 under the ecological conditions prevailing in Central Washington state.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Publication number: 20130326770
    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: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2012
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Inventor: Charles Nystrom
  • Publication number: 20130185832
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree variety named ‘21/5/215’, particularly characterized by multiple scab resistance; powdery mildew and fire blight tolerance; smooth skin; white flesh; and slight citrus aroma.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2013
    Publication date: July 18, 2013
    Applicant: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventor: Better3fruit, N.V.
  • Publication number: 20130185833
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree variety named ‘R2/25/56’, particularly characterized by early maturity of fruit, yellow fruit over color, sometimes with a slight pink blush; good storability of fruit for its harvest date; aromatic and sweet flavor; and clean skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 9, 2013
    Publication date: July 18, 2013
    Applicant: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventor: Better3fruit, N.V.
  • Publication number: 20130031685
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Smeralda’ particularly characterized by having a compact habit with short branches and therefore very easy to manage. Precocious fruit bearing. Consistent high productivity with no tendency to biennial bearing. Resistant to scab. The ripening time is 30 days before Granny Smith. The fruit is medium-large with a smooth, uniform green colour. The fine, crispy, juicy, pleasant flesh is yellow with an excellent flavour, feeling fresh in the mouth because of its high sugar content and elevated acidity. The taste is similar to Granny Smith but sweeter and more fragrant. Long storage capacity and long shelf life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Publication number: 20130031686
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Renoir’ 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 colour 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 flavour 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: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Alessandro Castagnoli, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli
  • Publication number: 20120079638
    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.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2010
    Publication date: March 29, 2012
    Inventor: Bruce H. Barritt
  • Publication number: 20110252514
    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: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Publication date: October 13, 2011
    Inventors: Egon Schmider, Thomas Braun
  • Publication number: 20110225685
    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: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2011
    Publication date: September 15, 2011
    Inventor: John Roland Breach
  • Publication number: 20110145956
    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: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Publication number: 20110145957
    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: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2009
    Publication date: June 16, 2011
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Publication number: 20100229267
    Abstract: ‘PremA17’ is a new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica Mill.) notable for its attractive blush yellow color and excellent flavor and texture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2010
    Publication date: September 9, 2010
    Inventor: Allan G. White
  • Publication number: 20100175157
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) apple tree variety is provided which exhibits a columnar tree type, compact growth, predominant bearing on spurs and Vf-resistance against scab. The new variety yields late maturing, medium-sized, generally globose to obloid yellow-colored apple fruits having a firm and crispy flesh with very good eating and keeping qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2009
    Publication date: July 8, 2010
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Publication number: 20100175158
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestics (Borkh.) apple tree variety is provided which exhibits a columnar tree type, weakly vigorous compact growth, predominant bearing on spurs and Vf-resistance against scab. The new variety yields late maturing, medium-sized, globose-conical to conical fruits having good storage quality. The fruit color is yellow-green to yellow with a partial red to orange blush. The fruits have a yellow-colored firm flesh that is crisp and juicy with a good sweet/sour balance and very good eating quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2009
    Publication date: July 8, 2010
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Publication number: 20030121085
    Abstract: A new apple tree is disclosed. The new variety is the result of a cross between ‘Delcorf’ and ‘Granny Smith,’ and is most similar in appearance to ‘Granny Smith.’ The new variety is distinguishable from ‘Granny Smith’ by its early maturation, which occurs approximately six weeks before ‘Granny Smith.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2002
    Publication date: June 26, 2003
    Inventor: Johan Nicolai
  • Publication number: 20020002716
    Abstract: Disclosed is an apple tree having a medium vigor, rounded and crenated leaves, exhibiting excellent resistance to Alternaria blotch and bearing a medium size fruit maturing mid-season and having high productivity with a slightly heavy preharvest fruit drop. The fruit has a oblate shape, has yellow colored skin and has excellent storage quality. The flesh of the fruit is yellowish white, juicy and firm, and further, has a strong sweetness and medium sourness, thereby providing a good sweet-sour balance and rich taste, and has an excellent eating quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Publication date: January 3, 2002
    Applicant: National Institute of Fruit Tree Science Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
    Inventors: YOSHIO YOSHIDA, SHICHIRO TSUCHIYA, JUNICHI SOEJIMA, TADAYUKI HANIUDA, TETSURO SANADA, YOSHIKI KASHIMURA, TETSUO MASUDA, HIDEO BESSHO, SADAO KOMORI, YUJI ITO, KAZUYUKI ABE, NOBUHIRO KOTODA
  • Patent number: PP15963
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus Mill. plant that produces apples having a pleasant aroma and sweet taste suitable for use as a dessert fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2005
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Patent number: PP16084
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus Mill. plant that produces apples having a pleasant aroma and harmonic sugar/acid content suitable for use as a dessert fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 1, 2005
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Patent number: PP16559
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘Nicogreen’. The new variety is the result of a cross between ‘Delcorf’ and ‘Granny Smith,’ and is most similar in appearance to ‘Granny Smith’. The new variety is distinguishable from ‘Granny Smith’ by its early maturation, which occurs approximately six weeks before ‘Granny Smith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2006
    Assignee: Better3Fruit N.V.
    Inventor: Johan Nicolai
  • Patent number: PP17284
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘GRE-1198’ is disclosed. The fruit of ‘GRE-1198’ is notable for its large size, crunchy texture and sweet taste as compared to other golden-type apples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2005
    Date of Patent: December 19, 2006
    Inventor: Mark Greiner
  • Patent number: PP17549
    Abstract: A new apple tree (Malus domestica) named ‘SJ303’ is disclosed. The fruit of ‘SJ303’ is notable for its exceptional taste, appearance, and storageability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: April 3, 2007
    Assignee: Skyglow Enterprises Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Jan W. Brouwer, Richard T. Atherton, Catherine S. Portman
  • Patent number: PP13732
    Abstract: Disclosed is an apple tree having a medium vigor, rounded and crenated leaves, exhibiting excellent resistance to Alternaria blotch and bearing a medium size fruit maturing mid-season and having high productivity with an slightly heavy preharvest fruit drop. The fruit has an oblate shape, has yellow colored skin and has excellent storage quality. The flesh of the fruit is yellowish white, juicy and firm, and further, has a strong sweetness and medium sourness, thereby providing a good sweet-sour balance and rich taste, and has an excellent eating quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2003
    Assignee: National Agricultural Research Organization
    Inventors: Yoshio Yoshida, Shichiro Tsuchiya, Junichi Soejima, Tadayuki Haniuda, Tetsuro Sanada, Yoshiki Kashimura, Tetsuo Masuda, Hideo Bessho, Sadao Komori, Yuji Ito, Kazuyuki Abe, Nobuhiro Kotoda
  • Patent number: PP13819
    Abstract: A new apple variety distinguished by good storage ability, good to excellent dessert quality, and a resistance to apple scab, cedar rust, and fireblight, with a moderate resistance to powdery mildew.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: May 13, 2003
    Assignee: Purdue Research Foundation
    Inventors: Jules Janick, Edwin B. Williams
  • Patent number: PP18541
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus Mill. plant that produces crisp, juicy apples having a harmonious sugar-acid balance and excellent keeping quality, suitable for use as a dessert fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 4, 2008
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany (UEB)
    Inventors: Jaroslav Tupy, Otto Louda, Jan Zima
  • Patent number: PP19473
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘ZARI’ particularly characterized by having early maturity of fruit (about 2 weeks earlier than ‘Gala’); good storability of fruit; good shelf life of fruit; and very crisp and juicy pulp of fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2008
    Assignee: Better3Fruit N.V.
    Inventors: Johan Nicolaï, Paul Van Laer, Johan Keulemans, Hendrik Eyssen, Els Pauwels, Inge De Wit
  • Patent number: PP20190
    Abstract: The Fugachee apple is a new and distinct cultivar, yellow green in skin color with prominent russetted lenticels, conical shape, smooth apical basin (non-lobed), with a distinctive, low-acid, sweet flavor and excellent, crisp, juicy, texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2009
    Assignee: Fugachee Orchards Partnership
    Inventor: Gaspar S. Orozco
  • Patent number: PP21936
    Abstract: ‘PremA153’ is a new and distinct apple tree (Malas domestics Mill.) notable for its attractive blush yellow color and excellent flavor and texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2011
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Allan G. White
  • 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: PP23823
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree variety named ‘B3F45’, particularly characterized by very firm flesh, long storability, long shelf life, very sweet taste and rough skin of fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2013
    Assignee: Better3Fruit, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Hendrik Eyssen, Johan Keulemans, Johan Nicolaï, Els Pauwels, Paul Van Laer
  • Patent number: PP23847
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica apple tree variety named ‘B3F44’, particularly characterized by very firm flesh, extreme long storability, long shelf life, striking conic shape of fruit and strong aroma after storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2013
    Assignee: Better3Fruit, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Hendrik Eyssen, Johan Keulemans, Johan Nicolaï, Els Pauwels, Paul Van Laer
  • Patent number: PP24137
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree named ‘Smeralda’ particularly characterized by having a compact habit with short branches and therefore very easy to manage. Precocious fruit bearing. Consistent high productivity with no tendency to biennial bearing. Resistant to scab. The ripening time is 30 days before ‘Granny Smith’. The fruit is medium-large with a smooth, uniform green color. The fine, crispy, juicy, pleasant flesh is yellow with an excellent flavour, feeling fresh in the mouth because of its high sugar content and elevated acidity. The taste is similar to ‘Granny Smith’ but sweeter and more fragrant. Long storage capacity and long shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    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: PP25007
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘Asfari’, particularly characterized by early maturity of fruit, yellow fruit over color, sometimes with a slight pink blush; good storability of fruit for its harvest date; aromatic and sweet flavor; and clean skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 28, 2014
    Assignee: Better3Fruit, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Hendrik Eyssen, Johan Keulemans, Johan Nicolaï, Els Pauwels, Paul Van Laer
  • Patent number: PP25068
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree variety ‘Hwangok’ is described herein. The ‘Hwangok’ apple tree produces fruit that is round, medium-sized, and has a surface that is yellow-green with variable red patches.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: The Rural Development Administration, Republic of Korea
    Inventors: Mok-Jong Kim, Soon-Il Kwon, Jong-Chul Nam, Pong-Nyol Paek
  • Patent number: PP29126
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree was identified from a population of seedlings derived from an open-pollinated ‘Honeycrisp’ progeny test. The new variety, named ‘MAIA7’ is distinct from ‘Honeycrisp’ as ‘MAIA7’ ripens mid-October, 4-5 weeks after ‘Honeycrisp’. Unlike ‘Honeycrisp’, ‘MAIA7’ has yellow skin (R.H.S. Color Chart Yellow Group 13A), similar in appearance to ‘Goldrush’. ‘MAIA7’ fruit are medium sized, extremely crisp, with complex sweet-tart flavors that includes tones of brown sugar and pineapple. ‘MAIA7’ maintains crisp texture and full flavor in 35° F. storage for at least 10 weeks longer than ‘Honeycrisp’.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2018
    Inventors: William Dodd, David Doud, John Mitchell Lynd, Gregory Miller
  • Patent number: PP30551
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree Malus domestica named ‘YCP’. ‘YCP’ is a spontaneous limb mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by its bright lime green fruit color, its Yellow-green one-year old shoots, its petals of white-only color, and its pedicel, sepals and balloon blossom all of Yellow-green color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 4, 2019
    Inventors: Maurice Silverstein, Catherine Silverstein, Bo Silverstein
  • Patent number: PP30864
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) medium to late ripening, dessert variety that exhibits a columnar tree growth type, Vf-resistance against scab, and yellow fruits having a very good taste that are suitable for eating immediately or shortly after harvesting. The new variety is preferable for home apple growing as solitary trees or in groups to function as hedges.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany AS CR, v.v.i. (UEB)
    Inventors: Radek Cerny, Jan Zima, Otto Louda, Jaroslav Tupy
  • Patent number: PP31075
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) variety that bears fruits having a yellow skin color and good eating and keeping qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2019
    Assignee: Varieties International, LLC
    Inventor: Michael Neumüller
  • Patent number: PP33271
    Abstract: A new and distinctive seedling of Malus domestica apple that is distinguished by its complete uniform color pattern, unique eating equality, and long storage life for a mid-season apple.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Inventor: Doug Shefelbine
  • Patent number: PP33698
    Abstract: ‘S01A’ is a new apple tree selected for its small yellow fruit, which is well-suited for fresh consumption.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2021
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP34374
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple tree from a controlled cross of ‘8S6923’ (application Ser. No. 11/003,323), now abandoned, x ‘Honeycrisp’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7,197P) that is distinctly different from its parents and other mid-season apples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 9, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2022
    Assignee: Regal Fruit International, LLC
    Inventors: Neal Manly, Kenneth Adams
  • Patent number: PP34636
    Abstract: ‘Canopy’ is a new apple tree notable for its attractive yellow-green fruit, which stores well and is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2022
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2022
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP35225
    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: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2023
    Assignee: University of Maryland, College Park
    Inventors: Christopher S. Walsh, Julia M. Harshman, Kathleen W. Hunt