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: 20020162147
    Abstract: A new and distinct peach variety that possesses a larger-sized fruit. The fruit of the new variety has consistently firmer fruit flesh.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Publication date: October 31, 2002
    Inventors: Carlos D. Fear, Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP15468
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing firm and crisp, naturally medium sized, long-elliptic shaped grapes with a black tender skin color. The grapes have an excellent eating quality, having a medium sugar content, high acidity and a aromatic flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP15888
    Abstract: A new and distinct low-chill plum variety, Prunus salicina ‘Suplumtwentyfive’ is disclosed. The new variety has a relatively low winter chilling requirement of 200 hours at or below 7.2° C. The new variety has heavy and regular fruit production in the mild-winter region of California's Coachella Valley where harvest typically begins about 20 days before the ‘Red Beaut’ (unpatented) harvest begins in California's San Joaquin Valley. ‘Suplumtwentyfive’ produces large (approximately 55-58 mm diameter), firm, round fruit having smooth black skin and amber-colored flesh. The flavor of the new variety is mildly sweet with mildly-tart skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 19, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP15897
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina ‘Suplumthirtyfive,’ that is a heavy and consistent producer of early-season (June 16-22) black plums that are larger (66 mm) than other commercial plums in ‘Santa Rosa’ (unpatented) ripening season. The amber-colored flesh is crisp and juicy with sugar levels (17-19° brix) that are higher than other commercial plum varieties harvested at the same time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 26, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP15976
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum tree variety, Prunus salicina, ‘Suplumtwentysix’ characterized by consistent heavy production of large (61 mm), reddish-black plums with amber-colored flesh, which ripen in late May to early June in Kern County. The eating quality of plums produced by ‘Suplumtwentysix’ is relatively good for the early season, with juicy sweet-tart flesh and mildly tart skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2005
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain, Carlos D. Fear
  • Patent number: PP13164
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by round to ovate seedless black berries that are naturally large, firm, and of high eating quality.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13167
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that possesses early ripening fruit which ripens evenly and has a mildly sweet taste is described. The fruit is not prone to fruit drop and has good keeping quality for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13171
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that produces very early-ripening fruit with a mildly sweet taste. The fruit flesh is pale yellow near the pit cavity and red throughout the rest of the flesh which darkens with ripening. The fruit is not prone to fruit drop and has good keeping quality for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13177
    Abstract: A new and distinct peach variety with large, firmly textured fruit, yellow flesh, and 50-70% red overcolor. The new variety ripens early in the season and has lower winter chilling requirements.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13198
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by white seedless berries of oblong shape and medium size. The new variety ripens very late, and is extremely productive when pruned to short spurs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13199
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by firm, medium-sized red berries that ripen very late and are able to tolerate rainfall or adverse weather conditions better than other available late red seedless varieties.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2002
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13395
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that has mildly sweet fruit, black skin, and bright red flesh with abundant juice is described. The new variety has consistently high productivity, setting crops even in rainy, cool bloom conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Carlos D. Fear, Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13444
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by naturally large, red, seedless berries that are crisp, round and uniform. Berries of the new ‘Sugratwentyone’ variety are thin-skinned and are strongly attached to large, slightly compact clusters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2002
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP13448
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by extremely crisp, medium sized red seedless berries with an obovate shape. The variety is extremely productive when spur pruned, and produces very large, loose berry clusters.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP14088
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by late ripening berries that are crisp, juicy, and elliptical in shape. Moreover, the berries attain a large size without the need for exogenous application of gibberellic acid, and possess a naturally red, commercially acceptable coloration even when grown in deep shade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2003
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Cain
  • Patent number: PP14880
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that possesses heavy and consistent production of large, firm, moderately juicy fruit with good flavor. The fruit has a smooth, black, acidic flavored skin. The flesh becomes red as the fruit matures.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2004
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP14881
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that possesses heavy and consistent production of large, firm, juicy fruit with an excellent eating quality. The fruit has a smooth, red-colored, slightly tart skin and yellow flesh color.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2004
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP14938
    Abstract: A new and distinct plum variety that possesses heavy and consistent production of large, firm, black skinned, early-ripening fruit of excellent eating quality. The juicy flesh develops a red color upon ripening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2004
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, David W. Cain, Terry A. Bacon
  • Patent number: PP15110
    Abstract: A new and distinct grapevine variety characterized by producing seedless grapes that are firm and crisp, naturally medium size, green-yellow skin color, elliptic berry shape, high sugar content and excellent eating quality. The new variety ‘Sugratwentysix’ is a late mid-season ripening grape with an outstanding ability to hang on the vine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2004
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem
  • Patent number: PP15229
    Abstract: A new and distinct and mid-season ripening gravevine variety characterized by possessing naturally large, round, seedless grapes with a black tough and tannin skin. The grapes have a good eating quality, medium sugar content, and medium acidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 10, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: Sun World International, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Cain, Michael J. Striem