Abstract: The present invention relates to active compound combinations, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprises (A) a dithiino-tetracarboximide of formula (I) and a further fungicidally active compound (B). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and not at least to the treated seed.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a formulation including a nanoparticle including a polymer-associated mectin and/or milbemycin compounds with an average diameter of between about 1 nm and about 500 nm; wherein the polymer is a polyelectrolyte, and a dispersant or a wetting agent. The disclosure describes various formulations and formulating agents that can be included in the formulations. Additionally, the disclosure describes application to various plants and pests as well as advantages of the disclosed formulations.

Abstract: A composition in compacted form for use for termite monitoring and control comprises a cellulose material which may be purified cellulose or micro-crystalline cellulose as a base bait, the composition being compacted to an optimum density of not less than approximately 1.033 g/cc. Also disclosed is a method for monitoring and controlling termite infestations which comprises the steps of a) preparing such a composition; b) placing the composition in a bait station; c) monitoring the station at periodic time intervals for termites; and d) upon observing termite infestation in the bait station, replacing the above composition with a bait composition containing a termite killing agent.

Abstract: A herbicidal composition is provided, the composition comprising: (A) the crystalline modification I of 2-(4-mesyl-2-nitrobenzoyl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione (mesotrione); and (B) the crystalline modification I of 1-(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl)-3-(3-ethylsulfonyl-2-pyridylsulfonyl)urea (rimsulfuron). A method of controlling plant growth at a locus comprises applying to the locus herbicidally effective amounts of both (A) the crystalline modification I of 2-(4-mesyl-2-nitrobenzoyl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione (mesotrione); and (B) the crystalline modification I of 1-(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl)-3-(3-ethylsulfonyl-2-pyridylsulfonyl)urea (rimsulfuron).

Abstract: A crystal form of rimsulfuron is provided that exhibits improved solubility and decreased viscosity. Furthermore, a process for its preparation is provided. The novel crystal form is particularly suitable for use in herbicidal compositions and in the control of unwanted plant growth.

Abstract: Methods of increasing the tolerance of a plant to an herbicide and seeds for carrying out these methods are provided herein. The methods include treating the seeds of the plant with an insecticide prior to planting. The insecticide treatment makes the resulting plant more resistant to herbicides and in particular to post-emergence herbicides as compared to untreated seeds. The plants suitably do not have complete natural or complete engineered resistance to the herbicide. The treated seeds are then planted in a field and the herbicide is applied to the field.

Abstract: Solutions for killing weeds include a herbicide admixed with a buffered amine oxide. The synergism between the two components reduces the amount of herbicide which must be employed to achieve an effective weed kill. Related methods involve application of the solution to the weeds to be killed.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, there is provided herein a method of using electrolyzed oxidizing water ice (EO ice) as a Cleaning-In-Place (CIP) method that reduces antimicrobial contamination. One embodiment is utilized in connection with beef grinders. In one embodiment, EO ice was prepared by freezing 200 mg/L free chlorine-containing EO water at 20° C. overnight. The EO ice and, optionally, EO ice/water mixture was then ground within an operating meat grinder. The EO ice treatment in combination with EO water has the potential to reduce cross-contamination and could serve as an easy to apply antimicrobial intervention to improve overall safety of ground beef.

Abstract: The present invention provides concrete-containing compositions, and methods of making and using the same, that allow for the prevention of microbially induced corrosion in concrete. In certain embodiments, the concrete-containing compositions comprise a cementitious substrate, and a formulation of heavy metal-laden, carbon-based sorbent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of this composition as well as a method for reducing overall damage of plants and plant parts.

Abstract: An antimicrobial and antifungal composition and method is disclosed. The antimicrobial and antifungal composition is prepared by a process of using Lactobacillus to ferment Cocos Nucifera fruit.

Abstract: The invention provides a synthetic combination of a crop and at least one fungal endophyte, wherein the crop is a host plant of the endophyte. Provided are also methods and compositions for producing such synthetic combinations. The endophyte reproduces and enhances the agronomic characteristics of the crop. Methods for inoculating the host plant with the endophyte, for propagating the host-endophyte combination, and for detecting the presence of the endophyte and of its metabolites within a host plant are also described.

Abstract: The present invention provides molluscicidal saponins and saponin fractions from Camellia sinensis, together with compositions comprising such saponins and saponin fractions, and methods of preparing same. Methods for the control of molluscs, including terrestrial molluscs, such as slugs or snails, using the saponins and saponin fractions or compositions comprising said saponins or saponin fractions optionally together with one or more pesticidal agents including molluscicidal agents, are also provided.

Abstract: A horizontal mixer includes a mixer bowl seal arrangement that includes one or more of a tapered canopy and/or a seal assembly that is removable as a unit.

Abstract: A crimping and cutting apparatus includes a movable frame supported on a fixed frame positioned over a conveyor carrying various rows of extruded dough products. A drive unit is provided to both a) oscillate the movable frame in the first axial direction relative to the fixed frame and b) cyclically shift a crimping element in the second axial direction wherein, during a portion of operation, the crimping element is caused to engage the conveyor to crimp and cut the dough moving along the conveyor into individual dough products while the movable frame simultaneously shifts in the first axial direction in unison with the dough on the conveyor. The crimping element is specifically caused to remain in engagement with the conveyor for a dwell time while shifting in unison with the dough for a predetermined distance prior to being vertically repositioned above the dough.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing packaged steamed buns, specifically including the following steps carried out continuously: preparing a leavener at room temperature indoor by fermenting a fermentation medium 4-6 times in succession to obtain the leavener; mixing the leavener; mixing the leavener and dough; mixing the dough; kneading the dough; shaping; proofing; Steaming at a steaming temperature of 97-100° C.; heating until the centers of the steamed buns reach a temperature of 97° C. or higher, then heating at a constant temperature for 30 minutes or more to obtain the steamed buns packaging for freshness, inspecting, observing, and storing the steamed buns.

Abstract: A dual-textured foodstuff comprising a total fiber content of about 2.5 g to about 5.0 g of fiber; a baked dough-based component including a dough-based component fiber blend with soluble fiber and insoluble fiber in a ratio of about 9:1 to about 0.43:1; about 40 wt % to about 60 wt % of the total fiber content; and a crispy texture throughout the shelf life of the foodstuff; along with a baked filling component present in an amount of about 35 wt % to about 60 wt % of the foodstuff, the baked filling component being in direct contact with the baked dough-based component, and having a soft texture throughout the shelf life of the foodstuff; a relative humidity of about 0.6 to about 0.8.

Abstract: A skinning or cleaning knife, including a primary knife edge having in its preferred embodiment an elongate primary edge with a convex curved edge at its distal tip adjacent the point of the blade, a secondary edge at the distal tip of the back edge of the blade having a concave curve, and a convex protrusion for gripping purposes located intermediate said secondary edge and a neck of the knife adjacent the handle of the knife, which neck is also preferably concavely curved. In the preferred embodiments, the protrusion also features an aperture or hole which assists in gripping the protrusion and also furthers the impression of a “duck head” shape and likeness for sales purposes.

Abstract: An automatic stuffing machine for food products, which comprises a base framework that supports at least one forming die of the product to be stuffed and a pusher adapted to cause the translation of the formed product through a stuffing tube; the machine has at least one tube changer body that supports at least two stuffing tubes and is actuated to move in order to bring, in each instance, one of the stuffing tubes to a working position, in which it is located substantially at the area of action of the pusher; furthermore elements are provided for removable joining between the forming die and the stuffing tube in the working position which are adapted to pass from an active condition, in which they provide a connection between the forming so die and the stuffing tube in the working position, to an inactive condition, in

Abstract: A method for processing vegetables to reduce unpleasant odor and/or taste, and/or to minimize discoloration, deterioration, degradation, or rot over a period of storage time is described. The method includes: subjecting the vegetable to mechanical size reduction; heating or freezing the vegetable for a pre-determined period; and bringing the softened vegetable product into contact with one or more reactive oxygen species selected from: peroxides; superoxides; and ozone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a camembert type cheese using a well-defined starter culture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for extracting and purifying pea proteins. Hereto, according to the invention, peas are subjected to fermentation, preferably by lactic acid bacteria, prior to milling. Preferably the method for extracting pea proteins comprises the steps of: (a) subjecting an aqueous composition comprising peas to fermentation; (b) milling said peas; (c) fractionating said milled peas so as to obtain at least one protein comprising fraction; and (d) isolating pea proteins from said at least one protein comprising fraction. Also described are food or feed products comprising the pea proteins obtained according to the invention.

Abstract: Methods of feeding animals are disclosed. The method includes feeding a disrupted cell mass to an animal at an amount of at least 0.5% of the animal's diet. The cell mass may be disrupted using enzymatic, chemical, or physical disruption. The disrupted cell mass may be used as a protein source for the animal.

Abstract: The invention of this application provides a method of breeding poultry or a method of improving a feed conversion ratio (FCR), characterized by comprising feeding Bacillus coagulans at a late stage of poultry production in breeding of the poultry, and further provides a feed additive composition for use in improving poultry FCR comprising Bacillus coagulans strain CP3425 (International Accession Number NITE BP-01693) or a derivative or variant thereof.

Abstract: The present invention thus relates to a formulation comprising St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum, HP), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) extracts or a mixture of both, to improve survival to stressful and pathogens events, and also the feed conversion factor (greater weight gain and growth by delivered food). All of this, without affecting the fish smoltification ability.

Abstract: The present invention belongs to the field of feed, and particularly relates to a feed additive containing biogas residues for cows. The feed additive for cows is prepared by mixing the following components in parts by weight: 20-50 parts of biogas residues, 15-28 parts of radix astragali residues, 10-12 parts of apple pomace, 3-6 parts of purple perilla, 4-8 parts of eucommia leaves, 3-8 parts of purslane and 0-1 part of maca powder. The biogas residues are resulting products from anaerobic fermentation of distillers' grains left by using cassava or sweet potatoes as raw materials for fermentation, and are then moisture removed by mechanical extrusion, dried by exposure to the sun and finally crushed by a crusher for use. The scientifically-formulated and nutrient-rich feed additive provided by the present invention enhances the immunity of cows, decreases the risk of various diseases or infections during the feeding process, and reduces the use of drugs.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for admixture to animal feed or to the drinking water for animals, comprising monolaurate and monobutyrate glycerides, not comprising monoglycerides derived from a carboxylic acid having from 8 to 10 carbon atoms. The invention also relates to the use of this composition 1 as growth promoter in animal feed, preferably in poultry feed, still more preferably in broiler feed.

Abstract: A method of converting a recipe is provided for use with an automatic meal preparation apparatus, which includes separating text of a recipe into an ingredients portion and a directions portion, parsing each portion using standard terms, quantities and units, and converting the instructions into discrete steps related to the heating, dispensing, stirring and cooking operations of the apparatus.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions, for example: oral rehydration compositions, beverages, food items, methods and uses, which utilise resistant starch to prevent or treat dehydration, including dehydration which is caused by diarrhoea. Beverages, food items and oral rehydration solutions including a resistant starch, which are suitable for aiding in the maintenance and restoration of hydration levels in individuals undertaking physical activities, including sports, are also disclosed.

Abstract: A non-reconstituted stevia juice food product is produced by crushing a quantity of fresh Stevia leaves to extract Stevia juice. The juice is subjected to a flocculation process, including addition of a flocculant to cause aggregation of suspended solids into flocs followed by separation. The Stevia juice is then passed through at least one adsorptive filtering medium, such as various ion-exchange resins. These processes are preferably performed without dilution, concentration or drying, thereby maintaining medicinal and health benefits of the Stevia plant.

Abstract: A method for producing a low-prolamine product from a prolamine-bearing seed. Prolamine protein is extracted from the prolamine-bearing seed with an alcoholic solvent selected for solubilizing the prolamine to produce an extraction slurry. A solids fraction in the extraction slurry is removed from a prolamine fraction. The solids fraction is desolventized to provide the low-prolamine product.

Abstract: This invention relates to a plurality of compositions for dietary health management and its use in the prevention or treatment of cardiovascular disease or type 2 diabetes, and also in the prevention and/or management of obesity and generally in weight management and loss. Thus a meal intended for human consumption is provided, the meal comprising: (a) 250-650 kilocalories (1045-4180 kiloJoules); (b) 10-50, preferably 20-50, more preferably 30-50 g fibre; (c) 10-50, preferably 10-30, more preferably 10-20 g protein; (d) 0 to 5, preferably less than 3 g starch; and (e) 0 to 2, preferably 0 to 1, most preferably 0 to 0.

Abstract: A method provides a reconstitutable and water soluble free flowing powder product that includes non-mucilaginous, non-oily free flowing chia grains having a size of between approximately 80 and 90 microns, a pH range of between 6.5 and 7.5, 3% average moisture, and a centipoise value of between approximately 1,000 and 1,500 cp which revert to a sub-micron size when suspended within an aqueous solution.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for removing toxic or unwanted polyhalogenated compounds from drinks, said method comprising a stage of contacting the drink with an adsorbent containing a polymeric material. According to the invention, the contacting stage consists in circulating the drink in a column containing said adsorbent.

Abstract: A pressure/vacuum relief system having one or more pressure relief/vacuum valve assemblies disposed within the controlled atmosphere room and a vent pipe to provide two-way fluid communication between the relief valve assembly and the outside environment. The relief valve assembly may be a split valve arrangement that includes a pressure valve that opens in response to positive pressure in the controlled atmosphere room and a vacuum valve that opens response to negative pressure in the controlled atmosphere room. The pressure and vacuum valves may be incorporated into a single valve body on opposite sides of a shared chamber that is coupled to the vent pipe. In one embodiment, the vent pipe is fitted through an external wall of the controlled atmosphere room.

Abstract: A thermal processing and control system (300) includes a thermal processing station (312) for receiving food products (14) being carried on a conveyor system (316). A first scanning station (318) is located upstream from the thermal processing station (312) for scanning the food products being carried by the conveyor (316). An actuator (420) automatically connects temperature measuring devices (402) with selected food products (14). A diverter conveyor (324) diverts selected food products (14) from the conveyor (316) to a transverse conveyor (326) for either further processing or alternative processing, depending on how system (300) is configured. The temperature measuring devices (402) are automatically removed from the food products at station (329).

Abstract: An apparatus for sterilising a packaged product (16) such as food or drink comprises a pair of gas filled electrodes (1, 2) connected to a power supply (18) for generating a high voltage pulses between the electrodes (1, 2) sufficient to ionise the gas therein and to create a high electromagnetic field therebetween. A reflector (7) is provided for directing the generated field towards the package (16), such that the electromagnetic field penetrates through the wall of the package (16) and forms cold plasma from the trapped air inside the package (16). This cold plasma comprises ozone and other reactive oxygen based species which have a high oxidizing potential and kill all microorganisms in contact with the ozone and reactive species resulting in the disinfection of the product as well as the interior of the sealed package.

Abstract: A method for thawing frozen food provided in a thawing appliance, the thawing appliance having a membrane forming a barrier between the frozen food and a fluid, the fluid at least partly surrounding the frozen food in use to transfer heat from the fluid to a corresponding surface area of the frozen food, the method including: controlling the fluid 5 at a thawing temperature; monitoring a state of the thawing of the frozen food and generating a state indicator; and controlling the fluid at a conservation temperature when the state indicator indicates a thawing completion state.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the technical field of machines used for peeling nuts, such as almonds and the like which have been previously blanched, the machines having an accessible frame inside which there is a series of rollers arranged in pairs with nuts passing between them and each of them being associated with a rotating shaft, respectively, with movements at different speeds.

Abstract: A container assembly moistens a neck of a bottle and then applies a dry flavoring to the moistened neck. The container assembly includes a base with two side-by-side dispenser trays. One dispenser tray includes a liquid used to moisten the bottle, and another dispenser tray includes the dry flavoring used to coat portions of the moistened bottle.

Abstract: A method for the production of a flavour granule for a smoking article comprises the steps of: a) forming an inner core by compaction of particles of herbaceous plant material; b) providing a coating suspension of coloured binder particles comprising at least one colourant and at least one polymeric binder in a solvent; c) applying the coating suspension to the outer surface of the inner core to form an outer layer, wherein the coating suspension is applied to the inner core within a coating system and wherein within that coating system the vapour pressure of the solvent is greater than 5 kPa; and d) drying the outer layer to evaporate the solvent.

Abstract: A smoking composition comprises an aerosol-forming substrate and a flavour precursor compound. Upon heating, the precursor compound releases a thiol-containing flavour compound or intermediate that enhances the flavour experience of the aerosol- forming substrate when used in a smoking article. The smoking article may include tobacco and may be configured to heat, but not combust, the tobacco.

Abstract: The apparatus for combining tobacco sheets (3, 4) comprises a first shaft for carrying a first bobbin (30) of tobacco sheet (3) and a second shaft for carrying a second bobbin (40) of tobacco sheet (4). The apparatus also comprises a splicing unit (2) for combining an end portion of tobacco sheet from the first bobbin (30) to a head portion of tobacco sheet from the second bobbin. The splicing unit comprises a cutting device (20) for cutting the tobacco sheets such as to provide complementary cuts to the tobacco sheets (3) from the first bobbin and from the second bobbin (4), a dispensing device (23) for dispensing water to at least one of the tobacco sheets (3, 4), and a combining device (24) for applying force onto the tobacco sheets thereby producing a spliced tobacco sheet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for manufacturing a film consisting of at least two layers, the method comprising the following steps of: i) arranging a first, still liquid bottom layer on an endless belt, ii) arranging a second, still liquid top layer on the still liquid bottom layer obtained according to step i), after which the composition of bottom layer and top layer is subjected to a drying treatment for the purpose of obtaining said film consisting of at least two layers.

Abstract: This invention relates to a lyocell material for a cigarette filter and a method of manufacturing the same, wherein the lyocell material which is biodegradable and eco-friendly can be manufactured by crimping lyocell multifilaments to thus obtain a crimped tow.

Abstract: There is provided an adsorbent material comprising a porous carrier material having pores with a diameter greater than 20 nm and carrying additive particles on its external surface, wherein the additive particles comprise an additive and have a diameter of greater than 20 nm. There is also provided a smoking article filter element comprising such an adsorbent material, a smoking article comprising such an adsorbent material, and a method of preparing such an adsorbent material.

Abstract: It is provided according to the present application an atomizer including a tar storage assembly. One end of the tar storage assembly is fitted with a connecting assembly cooperated with a battery rod of the electronic cigarette, and an atomizing assembly is provided between the tar storage assembly and the connecting assembly. The tar storage assembly includes an atomizing housing. Tar storage cotton is provided inside the atomizing housing, and a middle portion of the tar storage cotton has a gas passage parallel to an axis of the atomizing housing. A middle portion of the connecting assembly is provided with an electrode, and the atomizing assembly includes an atomizing device cooperated with the tar storage cotton and the connecting assembly, respectively.

Abstract: A battery assembly for an electronic cigarette in which a battery assembly and an atomizer assembly are detachable may include two annular electrodes provided on a side surface of an end cover of the battery assembly. The two annular electrodes may be electrically connected to two electrodes of a battery in the battery assembly, and may be separated from each other by an insulating ring. An electronic cigarette may include an atomizer assembly and a battery assembly which share one outer cartridge. An end cover may be provided at an end of the outer cartridge located at the battery assembly. The electronic cigarette may further include two annular electrodes provided on a side surface of the end cover, and the two annular electrodes may be electrically connected to two electrodes of a battery in the battery assembly, and may be separated from each other by an insulating ring.

Abstract: An electronic cigarette, and a battery rod and an atomizer thereof are provided in the present application. The battery rod includes a battery rod body, and an air passage of the battery rod body is provided with a waterproof breathable component which cooperates with the air passage and is configured to prevent water from entering into the battery rod body via the air passage, and the atomizer includes an atomizer body, a smoke passage of the atomizer body is provided with a waterproof breathable component which cooperates with the smoke passage and is configured to prevent water from entering into the atomizer body via the smoke passage. Besides of ensuring the breathability of both the air passage and the smoke passage, the waterproof breathable component may also prevent external liquid from entering into the battery rod and the atomizer, thus the waterproof performance of the electronic cigarette is improved.

Abstract: A soft atomizer connector fixing structure includes a connector, an atomizing sleeve, a connecting ring, a protection sleeve and an adhesive tape, the connector includes a connecting front end configured to connect the atomizing sleeve and a connecting rear end configured to connect a battery assembly. The connecting front end includes a stepped connecting portion having first and second connecting portions; the second connecting portion is located between the first connecting portion and the connecting rear end and the first connecting portion has an outer diameter smaller than an outer diameter of the second connecting portion; a limiting groove is provided at one side, connected to the second connecting portion, of the first connecting portion; the atomizing sleeve is sleeved on the first connecting portion; the connecting ring is sleeved on the atomizing sleeve and the second connecting portion; and the protection sleeve is sleeved on the atomizing sleeve.