New World Patents (Class PLT/206)
  • Publication number: 20200084932
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is self-fertile wine grape vine that is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease and low fruit ripening rot (ripe rot, and bitter rot), and able to produce fine red wines. The new and distinct cultivar produces a high-quality wine with rich stable red color and consistent yield. The cultivar has moderate-vigorous vine growth with high fruit yield. The cultivar produces wines with deep red color, smooth mouthfeel, excellent stability, and good longevity. The cultivar has hermaphroditic self-fertile flowers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Inventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
  • Publication number: 20180338399
    Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant characterized by purple berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size; and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2017
    Publication date: November 22, 2018
    Applicant: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Publication number: 20180160589
    Abstract: ‘Verona’ is a late-budding grape variety notable for its cold hardiness, large cluster size and suitability as a red wine grape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2016
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventor: Thomas Alan Plocher
  • Publication number: 20180160590
    Abstract: ‘Crimson Pearl’ is a late-budding grape variety notable for its winter hardiness, late bud break in springtime, and suitability as a red wine grape.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 6, 2016
    Publication date: June 7, 2018
    Inventor: Thomas Alan Plocher
  • Publication number: 20170257993
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-three’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless reddish black berries having a spherical shape with a mild fruity labrusca flavor somewhat similar to the Kyoho variety but smaller in size and seedless.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2016
    Publication date: September 7, 2017
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20160330886
    Abstract: A new and distinct hybrid wine grapevine plant named ‘BN5-4, characterized by the following unique combination of characteristics: Very vigorous with extremely high disease resistance in the southeastern United States, including resistance to bacterial Pierce's disease and a host of fungal diseases. Average- to high-yielding vines, with dark, purple-skinned, seeded berries. Wine from the variety may be produced to be light red with a pleasant character and low residual sugar, or with a foxy character.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 7, 2015
    Publication date: November 10, 2016
    Inventor: John Mortensen
  • Publication number: 20160286701
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated “IFG Twenty-two’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing small naturally seedless reddish black to black berries having round to slightly elliptic shape with a unique grape lollipop-like labrusca flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2015
    Publication date: September 29, 2016
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20160205844
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 1-1-48’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the last week of July in Georgia; yellow-green berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2015
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Applicant: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Publication number: 20160014942
    Abstract: A new cultivar of grape plant named, ‘Chenibec’, that is characterized by its open and even plant habit, its fruit that is large in size and golden in color at maturity, its juicy berries with a crisp, fruity, wine-like taste, its large, shouldered, medium density fruit clusters that are full of berries, its vigorous growth rate and high level of fruit productivity, and its grapes that are suitable for secondary fermentation to produce sparkling and champagne style wine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2015
    Publication date: January 14, 2016
    Inventor: Ronald Juneau
  • Publication number: 20150366118
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-one’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing small naturally seedless red berries having an elliptic shape with a unique combination of muscat and labrusca flavor. The strong fruity flavor is reminiscent of strawberries. Fruits normally ripen very early season about early to mid-July near Delano Calif. Fruits are fairly low in acidity, with medium dense, firm texture. Berries color readily even in hot climatic conditions and produce completely colored bright red berries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2014
    Publication date: December 17, 2015
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20150313050
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless blue-black berries having a narrow ellipsoidal to cylindrical shape with a strong fruity labrusca flavor. Fruits normally ripen mid to late season about early to mid-September near Delano Calif. Fruits are fairly low in acidity, with medium dense firm texture, occasionally noticeable seed trace. Vines are productive and can be spur pruned.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 25, 2014
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20150271973
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Nineteen’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless red berries having a broad ellipsoid shape with a unique strong fruity flavor having a combination of muscat and labrusca flavors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 2014
    Publication date: September 24, 2015
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20150040278
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20150040279
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20150040276
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Hope’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1562 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1704 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its very tight large clusters, fruity flavor, high yields, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20150040277
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Gratitude’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1925 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; female)×A-1581 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype; male). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, green, crisp berries with neutral flavor and resists cracking from rainfall at maturity. The fruit grows in large tight clusters, the vines have medium vigor, and the plants are healthy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The University Of Arkansas
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Publication number: 20140013474
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twelve’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing very pointed narrow reddish purple grapes having small to medium sized seed traces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2012
    Publication date: January 9, 2014
    Applicant: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Publication number: 20120227147
    Abstract: A grapevine cultivar having a combination of good winter hardiness, vigor, grape cluster size, disease resistance and overall suitability as a red wine grape; the vine is winter hardy to about ?40 degrees F. (about ?40 degrees C.) and the grape is well-suited to the commercial production of Ice Wine because its grape clusters have a tendency to resist splitting and falling off the cluster after a hard freeze; the grapevine also produces relatively large clusters of grapes that are beneficial to commercial production.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Publication date: September 6, 2012
    Inventors: Kevin Peterson, Kyle Peterson
  • Publication number: 20100242143
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has exceptionally good flavor, firm flesh texture with relatively thin skin, and a larger berry than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and disease resistant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 15, 2008
    Publication date: September 23, 2010
    Inventors: Jiang Lu, Zhong-bo Ren, Xia Xu
  • Publication number: 20090307810
    Abstract: A grape cultivar particularly distinguished by large, seedless, black-skinned berries, large clusters, with a mid to late season of ripening, high productivity and good vine health, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 10, 2008
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James Norman Moore
  • Patent number: PP18937
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of grapevine which is somewhat remotely similar to the ‘Crimson’ grapevine (not patented), but from which it is distinguished by producing fruit which are mature for harvesting and shipment approximately two (2) to three (3) weeks prior to the fruit produced by the ‘Crimson’ grapevine (not patented) and wherein the fruit are seedless berries which are juicy with an excellent flavor, red skin coloration and a moderately firm and tough skin. The berries of the new variety are borne on strong, woody stems which are well adapted to commercial handling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 17, 2008
    Inventor: Timothy P. Sheehan
  • Patent number: PP21965
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has exceptionally good flavor, firm flesh texture with relatively thin skin, and a larger berry than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and disease resistant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2011
    Assignee: Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
    Inventors: Jiang Lu, Zhong-bo Ren, Xia Xu
  • Patent number: PP23022
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grapevine named ‘BIG PEARL’. The new early ripening, very fertile grapevine variety is particularly characterized by an attractive berry color, a very uniform bunch and a firm berry with tender crunchy skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: State of Israel, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development, Agricultural Research Organization
    Inventors: Avichai Perl, Nachman Sahar, Oded Degani, Tatiana Okun, Arie Sarfian, Hanan Bazak, Refael Eliassi, Ahuva Daos
  • Patent number: PP11260
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which has an exceptionally flavorful berry, scoring higher in taste panel rankings than the current grapes that are produced commercially. The vines of this cultivar are vigorous, productive and tolerant to many diseases affecting muscadine grape plants.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 1997
    Date of Patent: March 7, 2000
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Ronald Paton Lane
  • Patent number: PP23199
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of grapevine named ‘GREEN ANGELS’. The new early ripening, very fertile grapevine variety is particularly characterized by an attractive berry color, a very uniform bunch and a firm berry with tender crunchy skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: State of Israel, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development, Agricultural Research Organazation
    Inventors: Avichai Perl, Nachman Sahar, Oded Degani, Tatiana Okun, Arie Sarfian, Hanan Bazak, Refael Eliassi, Ahuva Daos
  • Patent number: PP23376
    Abstract: A grapevine cultivar having a combination of good winter hardiness, vigor, grape cluster size, disease resistance and overall suitability as a red wine grape; the vine is winter hardy to about ?40 degrees F. (about ?40 degrees C.) and the grape is well-suited to the commercial production of Ice Wine because its grape clusters have a tendency to resist splitting and falling off the cluster after a hard freeze; the grapevine also produces relatively large clusters of grapes that are beneficial to commercial production.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Assignee: Winehaven, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin Peterson, Kyle Peterson
  • Patent number: PP24142
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 5-1-45’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the first week in August in Georgia; black berries; self-fertile flowers; berries with flesh that adheres to the skin (non-slip skin); berries that are firm in texture and with a high soluble solids content; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2014
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Patent number: PP25152
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of Moored (non-patented)×NY 45791 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, pink berries of distinct V. labrusca-like flavor, small compact clusters, distinctly lobed leaves, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 9, 2014
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: John R. Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25696
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar named ‘Faith’ which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1962 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×Jupiter (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 13,309) made in 1990. This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue/black berries of with neutral and occasional slight fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP25726
    Abstract: Description and specifications of a new and distinct grapevine cultivar which originated from a hand-pollinated cross of A-1919 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype)×A-1908 (non-patented, non-released breeding genotype). This new grapevine cultivar can be distinguished by its seedless, blue berries of exceptionally fruity flavor, medium sized clusters, moderate to high yield, medium vigor, and healthy plant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2015
    Assignee: THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
    Inventors: John Reuben Clark, James N. Moore
  • Patent number: PP27033
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., named ‘Ga. 1-1-48’, which has: early ripening berries, typically beginning in the last week of July in Georgia; yellow-green berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; and berries that are large for a self-fertile cultivar.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Patent number: PP28667
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinct grapevine variety denominated ‘IFG Twenty-three’. The new grapevine is characterized by producing naturally large seedless reddish black berries having a spherical shape with a mild fruity labrusca flavor somewhat similar to the Kyoho variety but smaller in size and seedless.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2017
    Assignee: INTERNATIONAL FRUIT GENETICS, LLC
    Inventor: David Cain
  • Patent number: PP30014
    Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant characterized by purple berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size; and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Patent number: PP31407
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease, low fruit ripening rot, and relatively low wet scar. The new and distinct cultivar has a very large deep black-red colored berry with an extremely pleasant fruit flavor. The cultivar has moderate vine growth with high fruit yield, and very good disease resistance. The cultivar also has an extended shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: January 28, 2020
    Assignee: Florida A&M University
    Inventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
  • Patent number: PP31654
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of the muscadine grape plant, Vitis rotundifolia Michx., which is self-fertile wine grape vine that is highly productive, resistant to Pierce's disease and low fruit ripening rot (ripe rot, and bitter rot), and able to produce fine red wines. The new and distinct cultivar produces a high-quality wine with rich stable red color and consistent yield. The cultivar has moderate-vigorous vine growth with high fruit yield. The cultivar produces wines with deep red color, smooth mouthfeel, excellent stability, and good longevity. The cultivar has hermaphroditic self-fertile flowers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Florida A&M University
    Inventors: Zhongbo Ren, Jiang Lu, Violeta Tsolova
  • Patent number: PP32111
    Abstract: A new and distinct muscadine grape plant, substantially as herein illustrated and described, characterized by dark red-colored berries; self-fertile flowers; berries that separate with a high percentage of dry stem scars; berries that are very large in size, and very productive vines with high total and usable yields.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2020
    Assignee: University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc.
    Inventor: Patrick J. Conner
  • Patent number: PP33282
    Abstract: The invention is a new and distinct variety of Grapes plant named ‘Gewurztraminer RJ’ that is characterized by its grape clusters that are medium-large in size and cylindro-conical in shape, its good cold hardiness, its mature fruit early in the season, its vigorous growth habit with high fruit production, its grapes that are pink-purple in color at full maturity, good disease resistance, its grapes that have thick skins and are resistant to fall frost, and its grapes that produce wine that is rich in aroma and with a fruity taste.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2020
    Date of Patent: July 27, 2021
    Inventor: Ronald Juneau