Patents by Inventor Daniel T. Schmida

Daniel T. Schmida has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: PP8086
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct day neutral type strawberry variety named `PSI-130`. The new variety produces a relatively high fruit yield, comparable to that of the standard cultivar `Selva`. The variety is characterized by its medium sized, light colored fruit which is smoother and more conic than that of `Selva`. The fruit shelf life is comparable to that of the standard cultivars `Selva` and `Muir`. The plant is similar in appearance to `Selva`, yet slightly less vigorous.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 1991
    Date of Patent: January 5, 1993
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Coast Cooling, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Daniel T. Schmida
  • Patent number: PP8205
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new distinct short day type strawberry variety named `PSI-.118`. The new variety produces a relatively high fruit yield, greater than `Muir`, but less than `Selva`. The variety is characterized by its medium to large, smooth and conic, relatively dark colored fruit having excellent flavor, better than `Selva` and `Muir`, and excellent firmness, resulting in shipping quality comparable to, or better than, the standard cultivars. The variety is also distinguished by its dark foliage, slightly downwardly cupped at the tips, and its erect growth habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 1990
    Date of Patent: April 20, 1993
    Assignee: Plant Sciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Daniel T. Schmida
  • Patent number: PP8346
    Abstract: A new variety of strawberry named `PSI 308` which is capable of producing moderately high yields of relatively large, smooth textured symmetrical fruit. The fruit is exceptionally glossy, having good juiciness and flavor, with moderate firmness and holding quality. The variety is characterized by its erect growth habit and exceptionally long and erect primary peduncles which extend the inflorescence beyond the foliage during much of the season and by its relatively light colored canopy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 1991
    Date of Patent: August 17, 1993
    Assignees: Coast Cooling, Inc., Plant Sciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael D. Nelson, Steven D. Nelson, Daniel T. Schmida
  • Patent number: PP9902
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct winter planted short-day-type variety of strawberry known as `PS-776`. This new variety is primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the central coast of California. The new variety is particularly characterized by its small round leaves with many shallow serrations, long inflorescences which are easily visible above the canopy of the plant much of the season, very uniformly smooth shaped berries and its ability to remain in fruit production from mid to late April through November. The fruit is very attractive with acceptable flavor and juiciness as well as excellent firmness and holding quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1997
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Berry Red, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen M. Ackerman, Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Peter Salm, Daniel T. Schmida
  • Patent number: PP9903
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct winter planted short-day-type variety of strawberry known as `PS-592`. This new variety is primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the central coast of California. It is particularly characterized by its strong vigorous plant with high yields, large berry size and its ability to remain in fruit production from April through November. The fruit is very attractive with excellent flavor and juiciness, moderate firmness and excellent holding quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: May 27, 1997
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Berry Red, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen M. Ackerman, Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Peter Salm, Daniel T. Schmida
  • Patent number: PP9909
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct winter planted short-day-type variety of strawberry known as `PS-1031`. This new variety is primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the central coast of California. It is particularly characterized by its strong vigorous plant with high yields, short petiolule length, large berry size and its ability to remain in fruit production from early April through November in Salinas, Calif. The fruit is particularly identifiable by its seedy tipped primaries and longitudinal creases occurring primarily during the spring months. The fruit is very attractive during the summer and fall months with acceptable flavor, firmness and holding quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 1996
    Date of Patent: June 3, 1997
    Assignees: Plant Sciences, Inc., Berry Red, Inc.
    Inventors: Stephen M. Ackerman, Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Peter Salm, Daniel T. Schmida