Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for detecting the presence of a fungicide on a seed. In particular, the method according to the invention may be used to ensure that sufficient quantities of the fungicide or insecticide are present on the seed. In a particular embodiment the fungicide detected is thiabendazole.

Abstract: An improved transport trailer is configured for transporting generally cylindrical drum-like containers and includes spacer members which abut the containers in a region intermediate the annular projecting surfaces of the container. The spacer members include a smooth surface for prevention of damage to the container surface and are disposed within the trailer so that the container contact surface is spaced a distance away from the walls of the trailer that is greater than the projecting distance of the annular projecting members of the containers to prevent contact of the annular projecting surfaces with the walls of the trailer. The containers are arranged within the trailer in a staggered pattern to maximize the utilization of cargo space within the trailer and, in cooperation with the spacer members, to substantially prevent movement of the containers during transportation.

Abstract: A standard trailer van is disclosed which is adapted to load compressible materials in sequential steps resulting in a compressed product which allows larger quantities of the compressible product to be loaded than heretofore known. The adapted van includes a power winch and pulley arrangement located beneath the trailer van and a cable assembly which is a part of and controlled by the pulley arrangement. The cable assembly is connected to a moveable bulkhead which is used to force the compressible materials into a compressed state when activated by the power winch.

Abstract: A standard trailer van is disclosed which is adapted to load compressible materials in sequential steps resulting in a compressed product which allows larger quantities of the compressible product to be loaded than heretofore known. The adapted van includes a power winch and pulley arrangement located beneath the trailer van and a cable assembly which is a part of and controlled by the pulley arrangement. The cable assembly is connected to a moveable bulkhead which is used to force the compressible materials into a compressed state when activated by the power winch.