White-fleshed Clingstone, Semi-clingstone, Or Semi-freestone Patents (Class PLT/188)
  • Publication number: 20180116082
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘SMOOTH DELIGHT THREE’. This new variety, which requires approximately 500 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a nectarine tree of early season maturity, which ripens in late May to early June in the medium chill zone of Texas and produces white fleshed fruit that are very firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and long-distance shipping.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 26, 2016
    Publication date: April 26, 2018
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20180014443
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree named “Andes Nec-4” which has fruit that is similar to the ‘6B-170’ nectarine that is white in flash color. The variety is distinguished from the ‘6B-170’ by reaching out higher content of soluble solids, by more extended red blush of the nectarine surface, by slower pulp softening rate during the last two weeks before the commercial harvest, by a higher postharvest life potential, and by a balanced acid/sweet flavor. ‘Andes Nec-4’ can maintain its quality after 40 days in cold storage.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2016
    Publication date: January 11, 2018
    Inventor: Rodrigo Arturo Infante Espineira
  • Publication number: 20170064892
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with firm, crisp flesh with good eating quality. 4. Moderately juicy, which enhances flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with attractive red skin color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Publication date: March 2, 2017
    Inventors: GARY NEIL ZAIGER, LEITH MARIE GARDNER, GRANT GENE ZAIGER
  • Publication number: 20160205825
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘SMOOTH ZEST ONE’. This new variety, which requires 200-250 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a nectarine tree of early season maturity, which produces white fleshed fruit that are firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional fresh fruit markets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160205824
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘Smooth Delight One’. This new variety, which requires 350-400 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a nectarine tree of early season maturity, which produces white fleshed sub acid fruit that are very firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional markets.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Publication number: 20160174436
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms somewhat early and requires about 450 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in July, with first picking on Jul. 12, 2014. The fruit is medium to large in size, a tasty balance of acid and sugar in flavor, globose in shape, clingstone in type, very firm and crisp in texture, yellowish white in flesh color, and deep red in skin color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2014
    Publication date: June 16, 2016
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon M. Quisenberry
  • Publication number: 20150237778
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white flat nectarine tree denominated ‘CAKEREVE’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh, with a slightly red pigmentation close to the skin, near the pistil, and an attractive luminous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface, on an orange red background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Applicant: Agro Selections Fruits
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Publication number: 20150237777
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree denominated ‘0322E82NB’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh, with a slightly red pigmentation into the stone cavity and a star-shaped red pigmentation around the stone cavity, and an attractive luminous and homogenous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface, on a light red background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Publication date: August 20, 2015
    Applicant: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Publication number: 20150173275
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid to late season and requires about 600 chilling hours. The tree produces a small blossom and reniform leaf glands. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early September, with first picking on Sep. 1, 2013. The fruit has a bitter kernel and is medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a very good tasting balance of low acid and sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon Michael Quisenberry
  • Publication number: 20150173273
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a small size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety has large blossoms and blooms in the mid season, requiring about 550 chilling hours. The leaves are large and have globose glands. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in mid August, with first picking on Aug. 10, 2013. The fruit is large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and very sweet in flavor, and the kernel has a bitter taste.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Publication number: 20150173274
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid season and requires about 550 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late July, with first picking on Jul. 26, 2013. The fruit is medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a tasty blend of acid and high sugar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Publication date: June 18, 2015
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon Michael Quisenberry
  • Publication number: 20150156938
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree denominated ‘NECTARANGEL’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh, with a slightly red pigmentation into the stone cavity and a star-shaped red pigmentation around the stone cavity, and an attractive luminous and homogenous skin with a very high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface, on a red background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2014
    Publication date: June 4, 2015
    Applicant: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Publication number: 20150106981
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Bowden’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting white flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct white nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Publication number: 20140317795
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having a high degree of attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with mild, sweet, sub-acid flavor and excellent eating quality. 5. Firm, white flesh fruit with good shipping quality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2013
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Publication number: 20140173791
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms in the late season and requires about 650 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early September, with first picking on Sep. 2, 2012. The fruit is large in size, fairly globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a tasty balance of light acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Publication number: 20140173789
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms in the early to mid season and requires about 425 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late May, with first picking on May 28, 2012. The fruit is uniformly medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of low acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Publication number: 20140173790
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid season and requires about 525 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late May, with first picking on May 24, 2012. The fruit is uniformly medium in size, globose in shape, semi-freestone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, virtually full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of light acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Publication date: June 19, 2014
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Publication number: 20130263337
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white flat nectarine tree, denominated ‘CAKEDELICE’, has flat fruits of very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, and with a semi-sweet white flesh of high eating quality, with a slightly red pigmentation into and around the stone cavity, and an attractive luminous and homogenous purple red skin on a red background.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Publication date: October 3, 2013
    Applicant: Agro Selections Fruits
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Publication number: 20130160172
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica sub species nuciperisica), denominated varietally as ‘Burnecttwentyfive’, and which produces an attractively colored firm-fleshed, acid, clingstone nectarine, which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately July 14 to July 21 under ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2011
    Publication date: June 20, 2013
    Inventors: John K. Slaughter, Timothy J. Gerdts
  • Publication number: 20130152253
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms between the early and mid season and requires about 525 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early July, with first picking on Jul. 2, 2011. The fruit is very large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a balance of acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Publication number: 20130152254
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a large size, very vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms between the early to mid season and requires about 550 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early July, with first picking on Jul. 7, 2011. The fruit is uniformly large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Patent number: PP23458
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree, denominated ‘NECTARBONDANT’, has a large fruit of very long shelf life without alteration after harvesting, a semi-sweet white flesh of high eating quality and an attractive homogenous bright red skin color. The tree is of large size and is vigorous. Fruit can be consumed crunchy or at maturity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2013
    Assignee: Agro Selections Fruits
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP23607
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms between the early and mid season and requires about 525 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early July, with first picking on Jul. 2, 2011. The fruit is very large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a balance of acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Patent number: PP23608
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a large size, very vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms between the early to mid season and requires about 550 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early July, with first picking on Jul. 7, 2011. The fruit is uniformly large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Patent number: PP24107
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white flat nectarine tree, denominated ‘CAKELOVE’, has flat fruits of very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, and with a semi-sweet white flesh of high eating quality, with a slightly pink pigmentation, and an attractive luminous purple red blush, with a red background. Fruits can be consumed crunchy or melting.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2013
    Assignee: Agro Selections Fruits
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP24835
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms in the late season and requires about 650 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early September, with first picking on Sep. 2, 2012. The fruit is large in size, fairly globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a tasty balance of light acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Patent number: PP24963
    Abstract: ‘Cepuna’ pear tree is characterized by its productive bearing and attractive non-russeting fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique
    Inventor: Bernard Thibault
  • Patent number: PP25092
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having a high degree of attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with mild, sweet, sub-acid flavor and excellent eating quality. 5. Firm, white flesh fruit with good shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP25232
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms in the early to mid season and requires about 425 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late May, with first picking on May 28, 2012. The fruit is uniformly medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of low acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 20, 2015
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Patent number: PP25298
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid season and requires about 525 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late May, with first picking on May 24, 2012. The fruit is uniformly medium in size, globose in shape, semi-freestone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, virtually full red in skin color, and a tasty balance of light acid and sugar in flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Inventor: Lowell Glen
  • Patent number: PP25632
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white flat nectarine tree, denominated ‘CAKEDELICE’, has flat fruits of very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, and with a semi-sweet white flesh of high eating quality, with a slightly red pigmentation into and around the stone cavity, and an attractive luminous and homogenous purple red skin on a red background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2015
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP25828
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a small size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety has large blossoms and blooms in the mid season, requiring about 550 chilling hours. The leaves are large and have globose glands. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in mid August, with first picking on Aug. 10, 2013. The fruit is large in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm and melting in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and very sweet in flavor, and the kernel has a bitter taste.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Inventor: Lowell Glen Bradford
  • Patent number: PP25829
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, moderately vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid to late season and requires about 600 chilling hours. The tree produces a small blossom and reniform leaf glands. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in early September, with first picking on Sep. 1, 2013. The fruit has a bitter kernel and is medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a very good tasting balance of low acid and sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2015
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon Michael Quisenberry
  • Patent number: PP25848
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms during the mid season and requires about 550 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in late July, with first picking on Jul. 26, 2013. The fruit is medium in size, globose in shape, clingstone in type, firm in texture, white in flesh color, mostly red in skin color, and a tasty blend of acid and high sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon Michael Quisenberry
  • Patent number: PP26402
    Abstract: Description and specification of a new and distinct nectarine tree cultivar named ‘Bowden’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Ark. 699N×Ark. 663CN made in 2001. This new nectarine cultivar can be distinguished by its very firm, non-melting white flesh, early-mid season ripening, medium-sized fruits, excellent fruit quality with distinct white nectarine flavor, and resistance to bacterial spot disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2016
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventor: John Reuben Clark
  • Patent number: PP26647
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with firm, white flesh. 5. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality, with a good balance between acid and sugar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2016
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP26768
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree denominated ‘0322E82NB’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh, with a slightly red pigmentation into the stone cavity and a star-shaped red pigmentation around the stone cavity, and an attractive luminous and homogenous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface, on a light red background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2016
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP26769
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white flat nectarine tree denominated ‘CAKEREVE’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh, with a slightly red pigmentation close to the skin, near the pistil, and an attractive luminous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface, on an orange red background.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2016
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsene Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP26797
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, Prunus persica, broadly characterized by a medium size, vigorous, hardy, self-fertile, productive and regular bearing tree. The variety blooms somewhat early and requires about 450 chilling hours. The fruit matures under the ecological conditions described in July, with first picking on Jul. 12, 2014. The fruit is medium to large in size, a tasty balance of acid and sugar in flavor, globose in shape, clingstone in type, very firm and crisp in texture, yellowish white in flesh color, and deep red in skin color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2016
    Inventors: Lowell Glen Bradford, Jon M. Quisenberry
  • Patent number: PP27438
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica sub species nuciperisica), and which is denominated varietally as ‘Burnectthirtyone’, and which further produces an attractively colored firm-fleshed, low-acid, white clingstone nectarine, which is mature for harvesting and shipment approximately July 21 to July 28 under ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2016
    Assignee: The Burchell Nursery, Inc.
    Inventors: Timothy J. Gerdts, John K. Slaughter
  • Patent number: PP27450
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with a high degree of red skin color. 4. Fruit with firm, white flesh and excellent eating quality. 5. Fruit with good handling and shipping quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 13, 2016
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP27520
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit having very good flavor and eating quality with a good balance between acid and sugar. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP27626
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 with a vigorous, upright growth habit. 2. Regular and productive bearer of large size fruit. 3. Fruit having very good flavor and eating quality with a good balance between acid and sugar. 4. Fruit with attractive red skin color. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP27627
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 2. Fruit with a high degree of red skin color. 3. Heavy and regular production of large size fruit. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Mild, sweet, sub-acid white flesh fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP27773
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree denominated ‘NECTARNOVALA’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh comprising a red pigmentation, and an attractive luminous and homogenous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2017
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsène Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP27774
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of white nectarine tree denominated ‘NECTARELSE’ has fruits with high eating quality and very long shelf life without alteration before and after harvesting, with a semi-sweet white flesh comprising a red pigmentation along the pistil conduct, into the stone cavity and star-shaped around this cavity, and an attractive luminous skin with a high percentage of purple red blush on skin surface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 14, 2017
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Arsène Maillard, Laurence Maillard
  • Patent number: PP27789
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ Rootstock (non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Stone 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 with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with firm, crisp flesh with good eating quality. 4. Moderately juicy, which enhances flavor and eating quality. 5. Fruit with attractive red skin color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 21, 2017
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger
  • Patent number: PP28077
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new variety of Prunus persica named ‘Smooth Delight One’. This new variety, which requires 350-400 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a nectarine tree of early season maturity, ripens in early to mid-May in the medium chill zone of Texas, which produces white fleshed sub acid fruit that are very firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional markets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 6, 2017
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Patent number: PP28202
    Abstract: Disclosed is a new nectarine variety of Prunus persica named ‘SMOOTH ZEST ONE’. This new variety, which requires 200-250 chilling units of dormancy, is considered to be a nectarine tree of early season maturity, which ripens in early to mid May in the medium chill zone of Texas and produces white fleshed fruit that are firm, attractively colored, and suitable for both local and regional fresh fruit markets.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 18, 2017
    Assignee: The Texas A&M University System
    Inventors: David H. Byrne, Natalie Anderson
  • Patent number: PP28854
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on ‘Nemaguard’ 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 an attractive, red skin color. 4. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 5. Clingstone fruit with firm, white flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2018
    Inventors: Gary Neil Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Grant Gene Zaiger