Patents by Inventor Melvin Donovan Pullen

Melvin Donovan Pullen 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: 20240101495
    Abstract: A solubilizing composition that facilitates solubilizing fertilizer compounds and/or fertilizer compositions when in an aqueous solution particularly in an in-furrow application. The solubilizing composition includes a first anionic surfactant and a first and second humectant.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2020
    Publication date: March 28, 2024
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio BERG, Melvin Donovan PULLEN, Jared VANDERZYL
  • Publication number: 20230172200
    Abstract: A stable, safe and synergistic liquid anti-pathogenic agricultural composition for use as an insecticide, fungicide, nematicide and/or miticide which has a high flash point and an epicuticular wax compatibility. The composition is typically used in foliar applications and/or in irrigation systems. The composition includes at least one alkyl (C1-C8) ester of an alkyl (C12-C16) acid; at least one anionic surfactant; and at least one nonionic surfactant. A method of preparing one or more anti-pathogenic compositions, and use of the same as a treatment to control pathogens (in diluted form) applied to crops, trees, fruits, vegetables, leaves, stems, roots, seeds, flowers, animals, equipment, stockyards, feedlots, barns, animal housing units, farm buildings or storage areas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2020
    Publication date: June 8, 2023
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio BERG, Melvin Donovan PULLEN, Dirk BARNARD, Jared VANDERZYL
  • Publication number: 20230157280
    Abstract: A liquid agricultural adjuvant including at least one alkyl (C1 — C8) ester of an alkyl (C12 - C16) acid; at least one anionic surfactant; and at least one nonionic surfactant. The liquid agricultural adjuvant has a flash point higher than about 100° C.; and the at least one alkyl (C1 — C8) esters of alkyl (C12 — C16) acid has a paraffinic wax dissolution capability of between 2 wt. % to 20 wt. % at 25° C. A method of manufacturing and using the liquid agricultural adjuvant is also included.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2020
    Publication date: May 25, 2023
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio BERG, Melvin Donovan PULLEN, Dirk BARNARD, Jared VANDERZYL
  • Publication number: 20220159951
    Abstract: An agricultural composition including an anti-pathogenic compound and a chemical activator, in which the fungicide and chemical activator provide a synergistic interaction in the control of pathogens typically found in plants crop, trees, fruits, vegetables, leaves, stems, roots, seeds, flowers, animals, equipment, stockyards, feedlots, barns, animal housing units, farm tools, farm buildings, storage areas, or food contact areas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2020
    Publication date: May 26, 2022
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Melvin Donovan PULLEN, Dirk BARNARD, Jared VANDERZYL
  • Publication number: 20220071199
    Abstract: A nano lipid delivery system including a nano concentrate, a nano-lipid stable emulsion, a method of preparing a nano lipid concentrate and lipid delivery system for use as a carrier for industrial, medical, animal, horticultural and agricultural chemistries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2021
    Publication date: March 10, 2022
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Patent number: 11172675
    Abstract: A nano lipid delivery system is provided, more particularly, a nano concentrate, a nano-lipid stable emulsion, a method of preparing a nano lipid concentrate and lipid delivery system for use as a carrier for industrial, medical, animal, horticultural and agricultural chemistries.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2021
    Assignee: ORO AGRI INC.
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Publication number: 20210219544
    Abstract: A stable self emulsifiable alkylated oil based adjuvant with pH buffer capabilities, a method of preparing an adjuvant and use of adjuvant with industrial, turf, ornamental, horticultural and agricultural applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2021
    Publication date: July 22, 2021
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Jared Lance Vanderzyl, Melvin Donovan Pullen, Mai Yarbrough
  • Patent number: 10980228
    Abstract: A stable self emulsifiable alkylated oil based adjuvant with pH buffer capabilities, a method of preparing an adjuvant and use of adjuvant with industrial, turf, ornamental, horticultural and agricultural applications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 9, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2021
    Assignee: Oro Agri Inc.
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Jared Lance Vanderzyl, Melvin Donovan Pullen, Mai Yarbrough
  • Patent number: 9848542
    Abstract: The instant invention relates to methods for increasing or promoting microbial activity in soil selected for treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2017
    Assignee: Oro Agri, Inc.
    Inventors: Erroll Melvyn Pullen, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Publication number: 20170127668
    Abstract: A stable self emulsifiable alkylated oil based adjuvant with pH buffer capabilities, a method of preparing an adjuvant and use of adjuvant with industrial, turf, ornamental, horticultural and agricultural applications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 9, 2015
    Publication date: May 11, 2017
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Jared Lance Vanderzyl, Melvin Donovan Pullen, Mai Yarbrough
  • Patent number: 9426948
    Abstract: The instant invention relates to compositions and methods for the control of nematodes and soil borne diseases using compositions comprising high terpene containing oils and one or more surfactants and alcohol. The invention also relates to methods for conditioning soil to improve overall plant health and growth by among others increasing the wetted soil volume available for water utilization by plant roots using the disclosed compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2016
    Assignee: ORO AGRI, INC.
    Inventors: Erroll Melvyn Pullen, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Publication number: 20160174546
    Abstract: A nano lipid delivery system is provided, more particularly, a nano concentrate, a nano-lipid stable emulsion, a method of preparing a nano lipid concentrate and lipid delivery system for use as a carrier for industrial, medical, animal, horticultural and agricultural chemistries.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2014
    Publication date: June 23, 2016
    Inventors: Paulo Sergio Berg, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Publication number: 20140369758
    Abstract: The instant invention relates to methods for increasing or promoting microbial activity in soil selected for treatment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Applicant: ORO AGRI, INC.
    Inventors: Erroll Melvyn Pullen, Melvin Donovan Pullen
  • Publication number: 20140242197
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating root rot fungus, particularly Armillaria, in plants comprising applying an effective amount of a composition comprising one or more surfactants, one or more alcohols, and one or more high terpene containing oil.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2013
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Applicant: ORO AGRI INC.
    Inventors: Melvin Donovan PULLEN, Dirk Cornelius UYS
  • Publication number: 20120241536
    Abstract: The instant invention relates to compositions and methods for the control of nematodes and soil borne diseases using compositions comprising high terpene containing oils and one or more surfactants and alcohol. The invention also relates to methods for conditioning soil to improve overall plant health and growth by among others increasing the wetted soil volume available for water utilization by plant roots using the disclosed compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2010
    Publication date: September 27, 2012
    Applicant: ORO AGRI, INC.
    Inventors: Erroll Melvyn Pullen, Melvin Donovan Pullen