Patents by Inventor Melvin T. Yokoyama

Melvin T. Yokoyama 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).

  • Method and compositions for ensiling silage
    Patent number: 6054148
    Abstract: Propionibacterium acidipropionici DH42 for ensiling silage and in particular high moisture corn is described. The resulting silage has improved nutrient values from ensiling and aerobic stability.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 25, 2000
    Assignee: Board of Trustees operating Michigan State University
    Inventors: Steven R. Rust, Melvin T. Yokoyama, Tadd E. Dawson