Abstract: A tree and plant watering system relating to improved transfer of water to trees and plants (both new and existing) is provided. The system comprises soil penetrators, soil anchors, and area extenders to enhance water capacity and to provide ease of water transfer to root systems. Additionally, the system provides plant growth ladders to assist upward plant growth and root apertures to assist root growth.

Abstract: The invention relates to alfalfa plants and lines having aluminum tolerance. The invention also relates to parts of alfalfa plants from lines having aluminum tolerance, including seeds capable of growing aluminum tolerant alfalfa plants. Methods for the use and breeding of aluminum tolerant alfalfa plants are also provided.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH432018. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH432018, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH432018 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH432018.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH131608. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH131608, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH131608 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH131608.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH592073. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH592073, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH592073 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH592073.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH099375. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH099375, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH099375 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH099375.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X08D453 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof, produced by crossing Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. proprietary inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant that comprises crossing hybrid maize variety X08D453 with another maize plant. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X08D453 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X08D453, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X08D453. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X08D453.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X08D363 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof, produced by crossing Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. proprietary inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant that comprises crossing hybrid maize variety X08D363 with another maize plant. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X08D363 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X08D363, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X08D363. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X08D363.

Abstract: Inbred corn line, designated IL3, is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of inbred corn line IL3, to the plants and plant parts of inbred corn line IL3, and to methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, by crossing inbred corn line IL3 with itself or another corn line. The invention also relates to products produced from the seeds, plants, or parts thereof, of inbred corn line IL3 and/or of the hybrids produced using the inbred as a parent. The invention further relates to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic plants produced by that method and to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line IL3.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH1TVW and seed, plants and plant parts thereof. Methods for producing a maize plant that comprise crossing maize variety PH1TVW with another maize plant. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH1TVW through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. Hybrid maize seed, plant or plant part produced by crossing the variety PH1TVW or a locus conversion of PH1TVW with another maize variety.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X13F381 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X13F381 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X13F381 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X13F381, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X13F381. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X13F381.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S140147 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S140147, to the plants of soybean cultivar S140147, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S140147, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S140147. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140147. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140147, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar S140147 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S140143 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S140143, to the plants of soybean cultivar S140143, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S140143, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S140143. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140143. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140143, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar S140143 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S140155 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S140155, to the plants of soybean cultivar S140155, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S140155, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S140155. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140155. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S140155, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar S140155 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH164586. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH164586, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH164586 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH164586.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH160864. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH160864, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH160864 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH160864.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH106414. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH106414, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH106414 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH106414.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01051789. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01051789. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01051789 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01051789 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the development of a spinach plant exhibiting a combination of traits which may include resistance against downy mildew (Peronospora farinosa f. sp. Spinaciae) strains Pf1-Pf13, and arrow-shaped prime market stage leaves, methods and compositions relating to plants, progeny, seeds and derivatives thereof and plants, progeny, seeds and derivatives thereof having all the morphological, physiological and/or genetic characteristics thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Spinacia oleracea seed designated 51-337 RZ, which exhibits very slow bolting, dark green semi-savoy leaves, and resistance to downy mildew (Peronospora farinosa f.sp. spinaciae) races Pfs1 to Pfs10 and intermediate resistance to races Pfs 11 and 12. The present invention also relates to a Spinacia oleracea plant produced by growing the 51-337 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the spinach cultivar, represented by spinach variety 51-337 RZ.

Abstract: A foldable bag frame and a pet bag using same are presented. The foldable bag frame includes four top support bars connected end-to-end in sequence, four bottom support bars connected end-to-end in sequence, and connecting rods. Each of the connecting rods consists of two hingedly-connected short-segment connecting rods. The foldable bag frame further includes a sleeve slidable along the connecting rod, and a spring fixedly connected to one end of the sleeve and sleeved over an outer side of the connecting rod, the other end of the spring being connected to the non-fixed end of a short-segment connecting rod. When the spring is in an initial state, the sleeve connected thereto covers the hinged portion of the connecting rod. By controlling foldability of the connecting rods, folding of the frame is conveniently achieved, making it possible to use a strong rigid material for the frame to meet stability during use.

Abstract: A security gate is disclosed, including a pit, wherein the pit has a length and a width, at least one gate post, and a gate panel, wherein the gate panel is made up of multiple, spared apart structural members, wherein the gate panel is rotatably attached to the at least one gate post, wherein the gate panel has a length and a width, wherein the length of the pit and the length of the pit are substantially similar such that when the gate panel is horizontal it covers the length of the pit.

Abstract: An automatic self-cleaning and self-filling outdoor fluid feeding system for an animal, including for example a pet, includes a sink; a fluid transport system; a housing supporting the sink and containing the fluid transport system; and a control assembly configured to control the automatic self-cleaning and self-filling operations of the system.

Abstract: Calf wet-nurse (10) comprising a container (11) provided with at least one supply opening (12) for on one hand dry powder and on the other hand liquid as well as a delivery duct (13) for the distribution of ready-mixed nutrient solution, wherein the container (11) is provided with at least one mixing duct (181, 182) connected to the container (11), at least one medium passage (191, 192, 193, 194) being arranged between the mixing duct (182, 183) and the container (11). The invention also concerns a method for a calf wet-nurse.

Abstract: A system and method for controlling and monitoring an animal that includes receiving a plurality of GPS coordinates defining a boundary of a predetermined area in which the animal is to be confined, receiving, via a transceiver, at least one location signal indicating a position of the animal upon which the receiver is mounted via a housing, monitoring, via at least one sensor, a physiological condition of the animal, determining, via a processor in electrical communication with the receiver, whether the animal is within a predetermined distance of a predetermined area, which is defined by a plurality of GPS coordinate, based upon the at least one location signal, and administering a stimulus to the animal via at least one stimulus device attached to the housing and in electrical communication with the processor upon a determination that the animal is within the predetermined distance of the predetermined area.

Abstract: A pet feces receiving and carrying device includes a rod, a pivotal joint seat mounted to an end of the rod, a rotary seat is pivotally coupled to the pivotal joint seat, a ring member attached to the rotary seat, and an arrestor module for selectively releasing and fixing the pivotal joint seat and the rotary seat at multiple relative angular positions so that the ring can be set on the pivotal joint seat at any desired angular position by means of the arrestor module.

Abstract: An animal training apparatus is comprised of a leash connector attached to a chest portion of a harness. The harness is arranged to prevent the leash connector from shifting to the back of the animal. The harness is preferably comprised of a chest strap for positioning across the chest of the animal between the tops of the front legs, a withers strap for positioning across the withers of the animal behind the neck and between the shoulders, and a girth strap for positioning across the girth of the animal behind the front legs on the underside. The leash connector is attached to an intermediate position on the chest strap for pulling on the chest portion of the harness. The animal is prevented by the rotational force from pulling further.

Abstract: A fish feeder configured to feed a rolled sheet of fish food at a predetermined measured rate into a fish tank. The end of the sheet remains perpendicular to and below the water line during feeding, to minimize the amount of air swallowed by the fish.

Abstract: An animal model for Parkinson's disease has a disrupted Mfn2 gene in dopaminergic neurons. The Mfn2 gene disruption results in severe movement disorder attributed to progressive degeneration of the nigrostriatal circuit as found in Parkinson's disease. The animal model having exogenous suppression of the Mfn2 gene in dopaminergic neurons is a suitable animal model for studying Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: Compounds for repelling elasmobranch having an aldehyde or derivative, a carboxylic acid a derivative, a ketone or a derivative thereof, a di-ketone or a derivative thereof, a pyridine or derivative thereof, or an antipyrine or a derivative thereof and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Mechanical hooks made of bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys, wherein the bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys provide ruggedness, durability, higher service loads, excellent resistance to chemical and environmental effects, and low-cost manufacturing are provided. In addition, methods of making such mechanical hooks from bulk-solidifying amorphous alloys are also disclosed.

Abstract: A fishing lure having an internal cavity for containing a hook and a weight attached to the hook such that the weight is coupled to the hook closer to a throat of the hook than to a line receiving portion of the hook. The combined hook and weight resist being pulled through a shank containing region of lure. The weight may be positioned in a midsection of the lure enabling the lure to maintain a relatively level attitude in the water while being pulled through the water.

Abstract: A combination jig and snag guard includes a jig having a jig body having a back and opposite sides and a fishhook extending away from the back of the jig body, the snag guard assembly having a pair of guard filaments, the guard filaments extending from opposite sides of the jig body to a connector configured to be tied to a fishing line, each guard filament having an end adjacent the respective side of the jig body, the jig body having limited or no free rotation with respect to the snag guard assembly about an axis of rotation defined by the ends of the guard filaments.

Abstract: A fishing lure with a spring-loaded, adjustable diving and release apparatus built in to the diving bill that allows the elimination of the diving plane when certain release events occur that would cause a disengagement of the apparatus built into the diving bill. The events that would cause this release to occur would be, but are limited to, 1) the fisherman jerking the line to cause the release in order to retrieve the fishing lure with relative ease while trolling said fishing lure behind a moving boat, 2) a fish strike that would then create a direct line to fish connection, eliminating any pressure points the diving bill might create allowing the fish to work itself free of the hooks, and 3) striking an obstruction on the bottom of the water column that might otherwise cause the fishing lure to snag or entangle in the obstruction.

Abstract: A modular fly fishing rod system includes elongated rod blanks configured for mutual end-to-end removable engagement, with adjacent rod blanks having mutually distinct transverse cross-sections to form a rod portion extending from a proximal end having a relatively large transverse cross-section, to a distal end having a relatively small transverse cross-section. The rod blanks include intermediate rod blanks and a tip top rod blank, in which each intermediate rod blank has one or more helical line guides configured to permit the fishing line to be moved transversely into and out of engagement therewith. A handle has a reel seat to support a fishing reel, and a chuck configured to releasably engage any of the rod blanks, wherein the handle may be selectively used with the tip top rod blank alone or with one or more of the intermediate rod blanks engaged therebetween to selectively vary the length of the rod portion.

Abstract: Provided is a fishing reel including a level wind device including a fishing line guide body (60) through which the fishing line (S) unreeled from the spool is threaded. The fishing line guide body (60) includes a fishing line threading section (60A) that forms an elongated opening (65) of which a height in a vertical direction is larger than a width in a left and right direction. The body (60) is rotated forward and the section (60A) stands up in the vertical direction during the unwinding of the fishing line. The body is rotated rearward and the section (60A) falls down during the winding of the fishing line, so that a fishing line guide section (70) comes into contact with the fishing line (S) threaded through the fishing line threading section (60A).

Abstract: The embodiments of the Fishing Tool are comprised of a front and rear element secured together at a common pivot point. Each element is comprised of a handle and an arm. In the embodiments each arm is comprised of a tip end that is formed at an angle from the arm and extends outward from the arm. The Fishing Tool is comprised of a radial handle located on each element so that when the handles are squeezed together each element moves oppositely around the common pivot point causing the radial arms and the tips to move apart in opposite arc paths. An integral ratchet, friction, or other mechanism will cause the device to hold or lock its position until the mechanism is released. An internal spring will assist returning the device to its original, neutral position. The embodiments of the Fishing Tool offer fishermen hands-free assistance with fishhook retrieval/removal.

Abstract: A game call that includes a push rod, a friction plate, a striker, first and second biasing members, and a locking sleeve. The push rod includes distal and proximal end portions. The friction plate is mounted to the push rod. The first biasing member is configured to bias the push rod in a proximal direction. The second biasing member is configured to rotate the friction plate into contact with the striker. The locking sleeve is connected to the push rod and configured to fix an axial position of the friction plate relative to the striker.

Abstract: A mobile hunting platform is provided for supporting a user in a tree. The mobile hunting platform includes a pair of wheels removably secured to an axle, a first platform comprising a first platform frame, a first jaw secured to the first platform for engaging the trunk of the tree, and a floor structure for supporting feet of the user, the floor structure shaped to receive at least one of the pair of wheels such that the at least one wheel forms a portion of the floor structure, and a second platform comprising a second platform frame, a second jaw secured to the second platform for engaging a trunk of the tree. The platform is reconfigurable from a first configuration as a cart, to a second configuration such that the mobile hunting platform is engaged with the trunk of the tree.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition comprising an agrochemical and a compound of formula (I) wherein each A is independently selected from C1-10 alkanediyl; n is an integer selected from 0 to 45 inclusive; and m is an integer selected from 1, 2, 3 and 4; R is a branched or linear C1-C24 hydrocarbon either fully saturated or comprising up to three double bonds or is phenyl or is benzyl or is a C3-C8 fully saturated cyclic group; and R is substituted 1, 2, 3 or 4 times as defined by the value of m; and when m is 1 and n is not zero, R may also be hydrogen; and Q is a branched or linear C1-C24 hydrocarbon either fully saturated or comprising up to three double bonds or is phenyl or is benzyl or is a C3-C8 fully saturated cyclic group; provided that when m is 1 and n is zero, Q and R are not both selected from a branched or linear C1-C24 hydrocarbon either fully saturated or comprising up to three double bonds to methods of making and using the compositions; and to the use of the compounds as adjuvants for ag

Abstract: The present invention provides the agricultural chemical-spreading agent composition, containing: (A) a polysaccharide in an amount of 5 to 30% by weight; (B) a polyoxyalkylene sorbitan fatty acid ester in an amount of 5 to 40% by weight; and (C) at least one nonionic surfactant selected from polyoxyalkylene alkyl ethers, sorbitan fatty acid esters, and silicone surfactants in an amount of 5 to 40% by weight, wherein the component (A) has a viscosity of not less than 5000 mPa·s in the form of a 5% by weight aqueous solution at 25° C., and a weight ratio of contents of the component (A) to the sum of components (B) and (C), (A)/[(B)+(C)], is 10/90 to 40/60.

Abstract: Pesticides based on hydroxy-substituted hydrocarbyl compounds, particularly vicinal diols, are available to control arthropod ectoparasites such as Pediculus humanus, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Musca domestica, the Blattidae, Blatella Germanica, and Periplaneta Americana, by introducing to the locus of an infestation of the pest, a composition containing as active ingredient a vicinal diol.

Abstract: A hand sanitizer composition that provides effective skin sanitization and exhibits low flammability, while containing sufficient humectant for moisturization of the skin includes an alcohol selected from the group consisting of alcohol(s) containing 4 to 6 carbon atoms in an amount of from about 10% to about 60% by volume, and one or more humectants present in an amount of from about 10% to about 80% by volume.

Abstract: Herbicidal emulsifiable concentrates containing an aryloxyphenoxypropionic acid herbicide and a non-petroleum derived built-in adjuvant such as a plant-derived methylated seed oil or a vegetable oil concentrate are useful for controlling undesirable vegetations, and exhibit improved herbicidal efficacy on weeds, particularly in an aquatic environment such as in flooded rice paddy or field.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of selectively controlling weeds at a locus comprising crop plants and weeds, wherein the method comprises application to the locus of a weed controlling amount of an aqueous spray composition comprising a compound of formula (I) wherein R1 is selected from the group consisting of C1-C6alkyl, C2-C6alkenyl, C2-C6haloalkenyl, C2-C6alkynyl, C2-C6haloalkynyl, C3-C6cycloalkyl, C1-C6haloalkyl, C1-C4alkoxy-C1-C4alkyl and C1-C4alkoxy- C1-C4alkoxy-C1-C4alkyl; and R2 is C1-C6haloalkyl; or an agriculturally acceptable salt therefore; wherein in the pH of the spray composition is from about 5 to about 9. The invention further relates to a liquid substantially non-aqueous herbicide composition comprising a compound of formula (I) as defined above and a pH adjuster, and to the use of a pH adjuster to reduce the phytotoxicity of a compound of formula (I) in crop plants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds formula (I): wherein P is P1, P2, heterocyclyl or heterocyclyl substituted by one to five Z; and wherein A1, A2, A3, A4, G1, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R17, R18, R19 and R20 are as defined herein; or a salt or N-oxide thereof. Furthermore, the present invention relates to processes and intermediates for preparing compounds of formula (I), to insecticidal, acaricidal, nematicidal and molluscicidal compositions comprising the compounds of formula (I) and to methods of using the compounds of formula (I) to control insect, acarine, nematode and mollusc pests.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pesticidal mixtures comprising a component A and a component B, wherein component A is a compound of formula (I) wherein B1, B2, B3, X1, X2, X3, X4, Y1, Y2, Y3 and R9 are as defined in claim 1 and component B is an insecticide. The present invention also relates to methods of using said mixtures for the control of plant pests.

Abstract: Provided are biocidal compositions comprising glutaraldehyde and a compound selected from the group consisting of 1-(3-chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane; tris(hydroxymethyl)-nitromethane; and a hexahydrotriazine compound. The compositions are useful for controlling microorganisms in aqueous or water-containing systems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a recombinant vector containing a plant disease resistance-related 1B8-4-D7 gene from the soil metagenome, a host cell transformed with the recombinant vector, a recombinant protein produced by the transformed host cell, a plant disease resistance enhancer including the transformed host cell or the recombinant protein as an effective component, a method of enhancing resistance against plant pathogens including eliciting induced resistance by treating a plant with a composition including the transformed host cell or the recombinant protein, and a preparation for controlling plant disease including the transformed host cell or the recombinant protein.

Abstract: The invention is directed to methods of modifying the plant development process comprising of exposing a plant or plant part to volatiles biosynthesized by one or more bacteria or enzymes. Specifically, the embodiment uses one or more bacteria selected from the plant growth promoting bacteria group consisting of Rhodococcus spp., Pseudomonas spp., or Xanthobacter spp., or a mixture thereof. A closed apparatus, FIG. 1A, containing a tri-phasic system is used to expose the bacteria to hydrocarbons, iron, cyanide, and/or ammonium compounds; the method induces the biocatalyst to biosynthesize volatile compound(s) that deter ethylene production in climacteric plants or fruit resulting in the biocatalyst ability to delay fruit ripening.