Abstract: The present invention relates to novel oxabicyclo ether derivative compounds, compositions containing these ether derivative compounds, and methods of using these compounds or compositions to control the growth of undesired vegetation. More particularly, the present invention relates to a variety of compounds, compositions, and methods of using them which are herbicidally active on a wide variety of weed species and exhibit safety to rice, cereals or broadleaf crops.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel bicyclo ether derivatives, to compositions containing them, and to their method of use especially to control the growth of undesired vegetation in rice.

Abstract: Apparatus for directing a predetermined and measured quantity of food to be distributed with a fish pond to systematically and periodically feed and distribute food therewithin to permit an individual absenteeism from such chores. The organization includes a bin to contain a reservoir and supply of feed therewithin with a blower motor and blower fan removed from the bin to prevent contamination of the motor from dust and debris from within the bin. A slotted conduit within the bin receives feed and wherein the feed is directed exteriorly of the bin by a pressurized conduit and coupling to direct pressurized air within the slotted conduit and direct such feed exteriorly of the bin onto the associated fish pond.

Abstract: Phytotoxic 2-methyl-5-(heterocyclic)-pyrrole-3,4-dicarboxylates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel tricyclo ether derivative compounds, to compositions containing these ether derivative compounds, and to methods of using these compounds or compositions to control the growth of undesired vegetation.

Abstract: Compounds of the Formula I, II, III, VI and VII ##STR1## wherein the symbols have defined meanings are herbicides, plant growth regulators or intermediates thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is (--CR.sub.4 R.sub.4 --).sub.m in which m is 0 or 1;Y is (--CR.sub.5 R.sub.6 --).sub.n in which n is 0, 1 or 2;Z is (--CR.sub.7 R.sub.7 --).sub.p in which p is 1, 2, or 3; the sum of m+n+p is an integer of 2 to 5, inclusive;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each is H or alkyl, and the like;R.sub.1 is H or alkyl; andW is an unsaturated moiety, are useful as plant growth regulators and herbicides.

Abstract: Novel oxabicycloalkane ether of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is a single bond or --C(CH.sub.3).sub.2 -- and Y is a single bond or --CH.sub.2 -- with the proviso that both X and Y are not a single bond; R is H or --C(O)R.sup.3 in which R.sup.3 is H or certain hydrocarbyl groups; R.sup.1 is certain hydrocarbyl groups, or certain derivatives thereof, such as esters or carbamoyl compounds; and R.sup.2 is cyano or certain unsaturated, aromatic, heterocyclic, cycloalkyl, cycloalkenyl or secondary alkyl group, are useful as herbicides or plant growth regulators.

Abstract: Compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is --C(O)Hal, --CN, or --C(O)Y in which Y is OR.sup.1 or NR.sup.1 R.sup.2 in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are H or hydrocarbyl or the like and R are certain optionally substituted hydrocarbyl and heterocyclic groups, are useful as herbicides and plant growth regulators or intermediates thereto. The intermediate 6-hydroxy and 6-oxo-2-oxabicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-4-carbonitriles are also new.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is (--CR.sub.4 R.sub.4 --).sub.m in which m is 0 or 1;Y is (--CR.sub.5 R.sub.6 --).sub.n in which n is 0, 1 or 2;Z is (--CR.sub.7 R.sub.7 --).sub.p in which p is 1, 2 or 3;the sum of m+n+p is an integer of 2 to 5, inclusive;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each is H or alkyl, and the like;R.sub.1 is H or alkyl; andW is an unsaturated moiety, are useful as plant growth regulators and herbicides.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is (--CR.sub.4 R.sub.4 --).sub.m in which m is 0 or 1;Y is (--CR.sub.5 R.sub.6 --).sub.n in which n is 0, 1 or 2;Z is (--CR.sub.7 R.sub.7 --).sub.p in which p is 1, 2 or 3;the sum of m+n+p is an integer of 2 to 5, inclusive;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each is H or alkyl, and the like;R.sub.1 is H or alkyl; andW is an unsaturated moiety, are useful as plant growth regulators and herbicides. Novel intermediates are also disclosed.

Abstract: Certain substituted 3-cyclohexene-1-ol are intermediates to herbicides and plant growth.

Abstract: A compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein each R is H or alkyl and W is an optionally substituted unsaturated, cycloalkyl, secondary alkyl, aromatic or heterocyclic group, are useful as plant growth regulators and herbicides. The corresponding 6-oxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-4-ols and 6-oxabicyclo[3.2.1]-octan-4-ones are novel intermediates.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is a single bond or --C(CH.sub.3).sub.2 ; Y is a single bond or --CH.sub.2 -with the proviso that both X and Y are not a single bond, and Z is H or alkyl; each R is H, hydroxy, oxo, methylene, alkyl or alkoxy, or one pair of adjacent R groups form a carbon-carbon bond; and R.sup.1 is H or alkyl, are useful as herbicides or plant growth regulators.

Abstract: A compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein each R is H or alkyl and W is an optionally substituted unsaturated, cycloalkyl, secondary alkyl, aromatic or heterocyclic group, are useful as plant growth regulators and herbicides. The corresponding 6-oxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-4-ols and 6-oxabicyclo[3.2.1]octan-4-ones are novel intermediates.

Abstract: Certain spiro ether derivatives are useful as herbicides.

Abstract: Certain 3-phenylmethoxytetrahydropyrans, useful as herbicides.

Abstract: 3,4-Dihydro-2-(2-propynyl)isocarbostyril, useful as a synergist for certain pyrethroid insecticides.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is a hydrocarbyl group, W is a chlorine or bromine atom or --OR in which R is H, a salt-forming cation, an alkyl group or the residue of a pyrethroid alcohol are new pesticides or intermediates therefore. The compounds are prepared using a multi-step synthesis starting from the natural terpene, 3-carene.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein X is halogen, W is a chlorine or bromine atom or --OR in which R is H, a salt-forming cation, an alkyl group or the residue of a pyrethroid alcohol are new pesticides or intermediates therefore. The compounds are prepared using a multi-step synthesis starting from the natural terpene, 3-carene.