Patents by Inventor Marta C. Baptista

Marta C. Baptista 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: 20200288612
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwenty’, particularly selected as a vigorous and upright highbush blueberry variety having a chilling requirement of at least 1000 hours of winter temperatures below 7° C., and with fruit ripening mid- to late season that are medium to large in size, firm, with a heavy persistent waxy bloom, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 5, 2019
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Applicant: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Bruce D. Mowrey, Marta C. Baptista
  • Publication number: 20200120842
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueNineteen’, particularly selected as an early-season evergreen blueberry variety that needs no apparent chilling requirement to produce a large volume of high quality fruit, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2018
    Publication date: April 16, 2020
    Applicant: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Arturo Garcia, Jennifer K. Izzo, Brian K. Caster
  • Publication number: 20200093044
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueSixteen’, particularly selected for its ability to flower in summer and fruit in fall on current season's growth, average to large fruit size, good fruit flavor, and its very erect plants that fruit on exposed tops of canes, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2018
    Publication date: March 19, 2020
    Applicant: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Marta C. Baptista
  • Publication number: 20160227685
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueFourteen’ particularly distinguished by having high productivity, strong cane renewal and large, firm berries with low acidity, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2015
    Publication date: August 4, 2016
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Marta C. Baptista, Bruce D. Mowrey, Arlen Draper, Jennifer K. Izzo
  • Publication number: 20160219774
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of raspberry plant named ‘DrisRaspEight’ particularly distinguished by having a self-fruitful plant that bears medium-sized, glossy berries, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2015
    Publication date: July 28, 2016
    Inventors: Brian K. Hamilton, Marta C. Baptista, Matthias D. Vitten
  • Publication number: 20140047594
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of raspberry plant named ‘DrisRaspFive’ particularly distinguished by having high yield, good flavor, and dark red berries, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: DRISCOLL STRAWBERRY ASSOCIATES, INC.
    Inventors: Brian K. Hamilton, Carlos D. Fear, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP24610
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of raspberry plant named ‘DrisRaspFive’ particularly distinguished by having high yield, good flavor, and dark red berries, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2014
    Assignee: Driscoll Strawberry Associates, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Hamilton, Carlos D. Fear, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP27622
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueFourteen’ particularly distinguished by having high productivity, strong cane renewal and large, firm berries with low acidity, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2015
    Date of Patent: January 31, 2017
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Marta C. Baptista, Bruce D. Mowrey, Arlen Draper, Jennifer K. Izzo
  • Patent number: PP27644
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of raspberry plant named ‘DrisRaspEight’ particularly distinguished by having a self-fruitful plant that bears medium-sized, glossy berries, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Hamilton, Marta C. Baptista, Matthias D. Vitten
  • Patent number: PP31685
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueSixteen’, particularly selected for its ability to flower in summer and fruit in fall on current season's growth, average to - large fruit size, good fruit flavor, and its very erect plants that fruit on exposed tops of canes, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 21, 2020
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP31698
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueNineteen’, particularly selected as an early-season evergreen blueberry variety that needs no apparent chilling requirement to produce a large volume of high quality fruit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2020
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Arturo Garcia, Jennifer K. Izzo, Brian K. Caster
  • Patent number: PP32744
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwenty’, particularly selected as a vigorous and upright highbush blueberry variety having a chilling requirement of at least 1000 hours of winter temperatures below 7° C., and with fruit ripening mid- to late season that are medium to large in size, firm, with a heavy persistent waxy bloom, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 5, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2021
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Bruce D. Mowrey, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP32876
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentyThree’, particularly selected for its pleasant minty sweet fruit flavor, juicy crisp fruit texture, large fruit size, strong evergreening ability of the plant, and early production, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Raymond L. Jacobs, III, Sarah Wool, James Olmstead
  • Patent number: PP33066
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentyTwo’ is disclosed. ‘DrisBlueTwentyTwo’ was selected as a strong evergreen blueberry variety with early and high yield. Fruit of ‘DrisBlueTwentyTwo’ are large, with balanced sugars and acids, firm crisp texture, and good bloom. Plants of ‘DrisBlueTwentyTwo’ are precocious and fruit on both one-year-old and current season's shoots.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2021
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Raymond L. Jacobs, III, Sarah Wool, James Olmstead
  • Patent number: PP33718
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentyFive’, particularly selected for its sweet flavor, large fruit size, improved post-harvest storage qualities, and early ripening, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Bruce D. Mowrey, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP34067
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentyFour’, particularly selected for its sweet flavor, large fruit size, upright growth habit, and early season production, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2021
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2022
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Brian K. Caster, Jennifer K. Izzo, Bruce D. Mowrey, Marta C. Baptista
  • Patent number: PP34179
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentySix’, particularly selected for the sweet flavor, firmness, and large size of its fruit, its adaptability for production in low latitudes, and appearance with persistent bloom, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2021
    Date of Patent: May 3, 2022
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther J. Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Raymond L. Jacobs, III, Maria Velarde, James Olmstead
  • Patent number: PP34316
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentySeven’, particularly selected for the sweet flavor of its fruit, its adaptability for production in low latitudes, and appearance with persistent bloom, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2022
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther J. Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Raymond L. Jacobs, III, Maria Velarde, James Olmstead
  • Patent number: PP35665
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant named ‘DrisBlueTwentyNine’, particularly selected as an early to mid-season evergreen blueberry variety that has no chilling hours requirement to produce mid volumes of fruit in soil, as well as for the size and flavor of the fruit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 27, 2024
    Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.
    Inventors: Bruce D. Mowrey, Esther J. Kibbe, Marta C. Baptista, Raymond L. Jacobs, III, Aleyna De La Luz Monroy, James Olmstead