Patents by Inventor David W. Cain

David W. Cain 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).

  • Publication number: 20130125273
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2011
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Publication number: 20110107480
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumthirtynine’ is characterized by ripening very late in the harvest season, about three weeks later than ‘Suplumsix’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,747). The new variety is further characterized by relatively large-sized fruit for the season and amber-colored flesh.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2009
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry Bacon
  • Patent number: PP15999
    Abstract: A new and distinct apricot, Prunus armeniaca cv. ‘Suapriten’ that ripens early in the season and produces heavy, consistent crops in early districts of the California San Joaquin Valley. Harvest begins about five days after the apricot variety ‘Poppy’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 9,593) harvest begins. The fruit is large (averaging approximately 61 mm), firm and develops a bright golden-orange color with red blush on exposed fruit. The flavor has been judged to be superior to other early-season apricots with approximately 15° brix that is well balanced by a slightly tart skin, a slight aroma, and plentiful juice.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon, Bruce D. Mowrey
  • Patent number: PP16006
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina ‘Suplumtwentyseven’ is disclosed. The new variety is characterized by consistent cropping of early-season, large-sized fruit (66 mm) in early June in Kern County. The fruit has golden-yellow flesh with ample juice. The skin is acidic, and has a smooth black finish.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP16177
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by medium-sized round, green-yellowish seedless grapes with mild muscat flavor and a crisp texture. The new variety is a mid-season variety, ripening before any other muscat flavored, seedless grape cultivars grown in California. The grapes of the new variety have medium sugar content and excellent eating quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2006
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP16507
    Abstract: A new and distinct apricot Prunus armeniaca, cv. ‘Suaprinine’ that ripens early in the season and produces heavy, consistent crops in early districts of the California San Joaquin Valley. Fruit is large (averaging 58 mm), firm and develops a bright golden-orange color with red blush on exposed fruit. Flavor has been judged to be superior to other early-season apricots with approximately 14° brix that is well balanced by a slightly tart skin, a slight aroma, and moderate juice.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2006
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon, Bruce D. Mowrey
  • Patent number: PP18114
    Abstract: A new and distinct nectarine tree variety, prunus persica var. ‘Sunectwentyone’ that possesses a relatively low chilling requirement of 250 hours at or below 7.2° C.; heavy production of relatively large (66 mm), very firm fruit that can be harvested about May 8-15 in Kern County, Calif., (about 4 days after ‘April Glo’ nectarine (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 7305)). The nectarine fruit is bright red with bright yellow flesh that is moderately juicy, very firm, and tart-sweet with 12 brix. The plant has a relatively low tendency for split-pits, russeting, and thrips damage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2007
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP18690
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumthirtyseven’ characterized by heavy and consistent production of early-season yellow-fleshed purple-black plums that have aromatic sweet flavor, excellent juiciness, and high sugar content (17 degrees brix). The combined traits of the new variety constitute superior quality relative to other commercial plum varieties ripening in ‘Black Beaut’ (unpatented) ripening season in the San Joaquin Valley, Calif.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 1, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: Terry A. Bacon, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP18739
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumthirtyeight’ is characterized by ripening very early in the harvest season, about ten days earlier than ‘Red Beaut’ (unpatented). The new variety is further characterized by relatively large-sized fruit for the season, smooth black skin, juicy amber flesh that has a sugar content of approximately 15° brix, and early full bloom compared to ‘Black Beaut’ (unpatented). The winter chilling requirement is estimated to be approximately 300 hours at or below approximately 7.2° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 22, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP19008
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by possessing elliptic shaped, medium sized green-yellowish seedless grapes having a crisp flesh texture. The grapes have a mild neutral flavor, medium and up sugar content, and excellent eating quality. The new variety possesses exceptional late-ripening characteristics. Additionally, the bunches have the ability to stay on the vine for a month or more, while maintaining commercial harvest quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP19023
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of plum tree, Prunus salicina ‘Suplumthirtysix’ that is characterized by heavy and consistent production of late season large (70 mm) elongated fruit, often having a prominent tip. The flesh is amber-colored with a crisp, very juicy texture, aromatic flavor, high sugar content (19° brix), and low acidity. The fruit skin is reddish-black with a neutral flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: Terry A. Bacon, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP19024
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing red skinned, aromatic flavored, elliptical berries that have an excellent eating quality. The berries ripen early to mid-season, having a naturally medium size, a crisp flesh texture, and have medium and up sugar content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP19064
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that possesses heavy and consistent production of large (about 65 mm) fruit in late July and early August in Kern County, California. The fruit skin has a smooth yellow finish with mildly-tart flavor, while the flesh color is yellow, with crisp, juicy texture. The flavor is sweet with high sugar levels (about 18° brix), and balancing acidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: Terry A. Bacon, Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP19065
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by possessing elliptic shaped, medium sized green-yellowish seedless grapes having a crisp flesh texture. The grapes have a mild neutral flavor, medium sugar content, and excellent eating quality. The new variety possesses exceptional late-ripening characteristics. Additionally, the bunches have the ability to stay on the vine for a month or more, while maintaining commercial harvest quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP19750
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing dark-red skinned, very juicy, firm, round berries that have an excellent eating quality. The berries ripen late season, having a naturally large size and high sugar content.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2007
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2009
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP20292
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinctive grapevine ‘IFG 31-077’. ‘IFG 31-077’ produces large, elongated, fully black, naturally large seedless fruits that ripen early and possess high sugar content and superior eating quality. The clusters have strong stems with good berry attachment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP20377
    Abstract: This invention is a new and distinctive grapevine ‘IFG 104-253’. ‘IFG 104-253’ produces naturally large, elongated white seedless berries that require little or no exogenous application of gibberellic acid to obtain commercially acceptable berry size which ripen in mid-season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2009
    Assignee: International Fruit Genetics, LLC
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP21865
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumthirtynine’ is characterized by ripening very late in the harvest season, about three weeks later than ‘Suplumsix’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 2,747). The new variety is further characterized by relatively large-sized fruit for the season and amber-colored flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry Bacon
  • Patent number: PP23722
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv. ‘Suplumfortyfour’ is characterized by large fruit with yellow skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP23780
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, cv.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2013
    Assignee: Sun World International, LLC
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon