Abstract: Entomopathogenic fungal strains, entomopathogenic fungal compositions, entomopathogenic fungal propagules, and methods of processing to compositions stably encapsulating entomopathogenic fungal propagules.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method for propagating a crop using meristem excision, micropropagation, plantlet formation, plantlet singulation, plantlet transfer to artificial seeds, and planting artificial seeds. Methods are provided for producing and handling the plantlets and materials used to form artificial seeds. The artificial seeds may be used to store plantlets or may be planted to form a crop.

Abstract: A new and distinct hardy perennial Catmint plant, Nepeta “Thaya” characterized at least by high oil yield.

Abstract: A high yielding method is described for improved isolation of catmint oil after recovery from catmint plants of the genus Nepeta. Catmint oil can be obtained in quantitative yields for use in insect repellent compositions.

Abstract: A high yielding method is described for recovery of catmint oil from catmint plants of the genus Nepeta by improved separation of a catmint oil containing phase from the condensed steam distillate of catmint plants. Catmint oil may be obtained in quantitative yields for use in insect repellent compositions.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties, and methods for making an composition thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: A high yielding method is described for recovery of catmint oil from catmint plants of the genus Nepeta by improved separation of a catmint oil containing phase from the condensed steam distillate of catmint plants. Catmint oil may be obtained in quantitative yields for use in insect repellent compositions.

Abstract: This invention pertains to nucleic acid fragments encoding plant proteins that are homologs to the cis-prenyltransferases UPP synthase from the bacterium Micrococcus luteus or Dedol-PP synthase from yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. More specifically, this invention pertains to cis-prenyltransferase homologs from wheat, grape, soybean, rice, African daisy, rubber tree latex and pot marigold.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties, and methods for making an composition thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a method for manipulating the growth rate and/or yield and/or architecture of a genetically modified plant, as compared to a corresponding wild-type plant. The method relies on over-expression of an endogenous or exogenous gene encoding a cis-prenyltransferase enzyme. In a preferred embodiment, transgenic plants obtained by this method exhibit increased growth rates to maturity, increased seed production, and increased height, siliques, and leave area.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties, and methods for making an composition thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention pertains to nucleic acid fragments encoding plant proteins that are homologs to the cis-prenyltransferases UPP synthase from the bacterium Micrococcus luteus or Dedol-PP synthase from yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. More specifically, this invention pertains to cis-prenyltransferase homologs from wheat, grape, soybean, rice, African daisy, rubber tree latex and pot marigold.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties.

Abstract: This invention pertains to nucleic acid fragments encoding plant cis-prenyltransferases. More specifically, this invention pertains to a cis-prenyltransferase homolog from latex of the rubber-producing plant species Taraxacum kok-saghyz (russian dandelion) and a cis-prenyltransferase homolog from the rubber-producing plant species Helianthus annus (sunflower).

Abstract: The instant invention relates to bioproduction of isopentenyl diphosphate within the latex of the rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. Isopentenyl diphosphate (IPP) synthesis from acetate is mediated by a set of enzymes, acetyl-coA acetyltransferase, HMG-coA synthase, HMG-coA reductase, mevalonate kinase, phosphomevalonate kinase and mevalonate diphosphate decarboxylase, encoded by six genes isolated as expressed sequence tag (EST) cDNAs from Hevea brasiliensis latex. In addition, a variant sequence of one of these enzymes, acetyl-coA acetyltransferase, has been found.

Abstract: This invention pertains to nucleic acid fragments encoding plant proteins that are homologs to the cis-prenyltransferases UPP synthase from the bacterium Micrococcus luteus or Dedol-PP synthase from yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. More specifically, this invention pertains to cis-prenyltransferase homologs from wheat, grape, soybean, rice, African daisy, rubber tree latex and pot marigold.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties.

Abstract: Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties.

Abstract: This invention pertains to nucleic acid fragments encoding plant proteins that are homologs to the cis-prenyltransferases UPP synthase from the bacterium Micrococcus luteus or Dedol-PP synthase from yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae. More specifically, this invention pertains to cis-prenyltransferase homologs from wheat, grape, soybean, rice, African daisy, rubber tree latex and pot marigold.

Abstract: A pleasant fragrance has been identified with dihydronepetalactones, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints such as Nepeta cataria. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactones may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint oils. The fragrant compounds may be used commercially for their organoleptic properties.