Abstract: A modular premix batching and dispensing system for crop micronutrient application includes a skid-based batching and mixing system with a first dry bin to store a dry mineral sulfate; a second dry bin to store an amino acid; a water source; a reactor having a mixing mechanism and connected with the water source and the dry bins; and a first controller configured to automatically control transfer of water, dry mineral sulfate, and amino acid to the reactor and to control operation of the reactor; and a skid-based day tank system with at least one day tank configured to store mineral amino acid complex received from the reactor; and a dispensing network configured to selectively transfer the mineral amino acid complex to an application receptable. An associated method of preparing and delivering micronutrients using a modular premix batching and dispensing system is also described.

Abstract: A urine collection bag is provided which includes at least one sheet of flexible material defining a collapsible fluid reservoir and a support member defining a fluid channel and including a spout having an outlet opening. The support member is configured such that the longitudinal axis of the spout defines an acute angle with a horizontal axis when the fluid reservoir is empty but moves to a position wherein the longitudinal axis of the spout is substantially parallel to a vertical axis when the fluid reservoir is filled. The support member is configured to support a discharge valve such that the discharge valve is more accessible when the fluid reservoir is filled with fluid.

Abstract: A urine collection bag formed of at least one flexible sheet of material defining a fluid reservoir is disclosed which includes an anti-reflux valve. The anti-reflux valve includes a housing defining a fluid receptacle which opens into the fluid reservoir. The housing is secured to the urine collection bag such that the opening of the receptacle is covered by the at least one sheet of material. A cut-out is formed in the sheet of material below the housing opening to define a flap which overhangs the opening in the fluid receptacle. The flap is movable into the fluid reservoir to allow fluid to flow from the receptacle into the reservoir. Fluid flow from the reservoir towards the receptacle causes the flap to seal against a peripheral rim of the housing and, thus, is substantially prevented.

Abstract: A urine collection bag is provided which includes at least one sheet of flexible material defining a collapsible fluid reservoir and a support member defining a fluid channel and including a spout having an outlet opening. The support member is configured such that the longitudinal axis of the spout defines an acute angle with a horizontal axis when the fluid reservoir is empty but moves to a position wherein the longitudinal axis of the spout is substantially parallel to a vertical axis when the fluid reservoir is filled. The support member is configured to support a discharge valve such that the discharge valve is more accessible when the fluid reservoir is filled with fluid.