Abstract: An aeroponic growth system comprising a plurality of modular aeroponic units each including at least one spray nozzle directed into a root zone; a lighting system associated with the plurality of the modular units and configured for emitting light in a vegetative zone; a pressurized reservoir configured for housing a nutrient containing fluid; and a nutrient feeding system configured for fluidly and selectively connecting each of the modular units to the pressurized reservoir in parallel, wherein the nutrient feeding system includes a pressure stop valve associated with each of the modular units. When one of the modular units are disconnected to the associated pressure stop valve, the pressure stop valve is configured for preventing the fluid from flowing from the pressurized reservoir through the pressure stop valve, and the other modular units connected to the nutrient feeding system remain fluidly connected to the pressure reservoir.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Plasmodiophora brassicae-resistant Brassica plant. The present invention relates more specifically to a Plasmodiophorabrassicae-resistant Brassica plant comprising in its genome two or more genetic factors imparting resistance, where in the presence of the genetic factors imparting resistance can be determined by the presence of a Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL1) and a Quantitative Trait Locus (QTL3) and/or a Quantitative Trait Locus 5 (QTL5).

Abstract: Certain embodiments provide a method of altering the number of archesporial cells in a developing anther of a plant in certain embodiments, the method comprises exposing the anther to redox-modulatory conditions prior to differentiation of germline cells in the anther, thereby changing the redox potential of cells in the anther and altering the number of archesporial cells in the anther. This method may be employed to increase or decrease the number of archesporial cells in a developing anther, and may be employed to produce male sterile plants.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of Allium in particular to a new variety of onion. designated NUN 08003 ON as well as plants, seeds and bulbs thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of Cucumis melo, in particular to a new variety of melon designated NUN 35007 MEM as well as plants, seeds and melon fruits thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of Cucumis melo, in particular to a new variety of melon designated NUN 21267 MEM as well as plants, seeds and melon fruits thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of Cucumis melo, in particular to a new variety of melon designated NUN 26357 MEM as well as plants, seeds and melon fruits thereof.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X90D300 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 X90D300 with another maize plant. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X90D300 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X90D300, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X90D300. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X90D300.

Abstract: The soybean variety ELL0041 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ELL0041 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ELL0041 and to plants of ELL0041 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ELL0041.

Abstract: The soybean variety GLL0050 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety GLL0050 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of GLL0050 and to plants of GLL0050 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from GLL0050.

Abstract: The soybean variety DLL1149 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety DLL1149 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of DLL1149 and to plants of DLL1149 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from DLL1149.

Abstract: The soybean variety ELL0908 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ELL0908 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ELL0908 and to plants of ELL0908 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ELL0908.

Abstract: The soybean variety ELL0909 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ELL0909 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ELL0909 and to plants of ELL0909 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ELL0909.

Abstract: The soybean variety ELL0082 is disclosed. The invention relates to seeds, plants, plant cells, plant tissue, harvested products and soybean lint as well as to hybrid soybean plants and seeds obtained by repeatedly crossing plants of variety ELL0082 with other plants. The invention also relates to plants and varieties produced by the method of essential derivation from plants of ELL0082 and to plants of ELL0082 reproduced by vegetative methods, including but not limited to tissue culture of regenerable cells or tissue from ELL0082.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X03F656 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 X03F656 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X03F656 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X03F656, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X03F656. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X03F656.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X18F975 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 X18F975 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X18F975 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X18F975, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X18F975. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X18F975.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X70F225 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 X70F225 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X70F225 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X70F225, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X70F225. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X70F225.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X95F581 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 X95F581 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X95F581 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X95F581, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X95F581. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X95F581.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X13F228W 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 X13F228W with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X13F228W through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X13F228W, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X13F228W. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X13F228W.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XB19S14 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XB19S14, cells from soybean variety XB19S14, plants of soybean XB19S14, and plant parts of soybean variety XB19S14. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XB19S14 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XB19S14, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XB19S14, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XB19S14. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XB19S14 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XB29AE14 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XB29AE14, cells from soybean variety XB29AE14, plants of soybean XB29AE14, and plant parts of soybean variety XB29AE14. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XB29AE14 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XB29AE14, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XB29AE14, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XB29AE14. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XB29AE14 are further provided.

Abstract: Provided is a canola variety designated 45H33 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof produced from a cross of inbred varieties. Methods for producing a canola variety comprise crossing canola variety 45H33 with another canola plant. Methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 45H33 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Canola variety 45H33, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, plant parts and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of canola variety 45H33 are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to the sorghum variety designated GSV469392. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the sorghum variety GSV469392. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the sorghum variety GSV469392 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing sorghum plants by crossing the sorghum variety GSV469392 with itself or another sorghum variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP26004 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP26004, cells from soybean variety XBP26004, plants of soybean XBP26004, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP26004. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP26004 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP26004, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP26004, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP26004. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP26004 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP29008 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP29008, cells from soybean variety XBP29008, plants of soybean XBP29008, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP29008. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP29008 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP29008, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP29008, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP29008. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP29008 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP32010 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP32010, cells from soybean variety XBP32010, plants of soybean XBP32010, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP32010. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP32010 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP32010, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP32010, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP32010. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP32010 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP34010 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP34010, cells from soybean variety XBP34010, plants of soybean XBP34010, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP34010. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP34010 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP34010, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP34010, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP34010. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP34010 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XBP34011 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XBP34011, cells from soybean variety XBP34011, plants of soybean XBP34011, and plant parts of soybean variety XBP34011. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XBP34011 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XBP34011, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XBP34011, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XBP34011. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XBP34011 are further provided.

Abstract: A wheat cultivar designated HY 271-SRW is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds and plants of wheat cultivar HY 271-SRW and to methods for producing wheat seeds and plants by crossing wheat cultivar HY 271-SRW with itself or another wheat cultivar or wheat plant not designated a cultivar. The invention also relates to methods for producing seeds and plants of wheat cultivar HY 271-SRW containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic wheat plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to methods for producing seeds and plants by mutagenesis of wheat cultivar HY 271-SRW. The invention also relates to hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing wheat cultivar HY 271-SRW with another wheat cultivar.

Abstract: The invention relates to the field of Allium in particular to a new variety of Allium cepa L. designated NUN 3010 ON plants, seeds and bulbs thereof as well as plant breeding methods involving NUN 3010 ON.

Abstract: Novel lettuce cultivar, designated MOJITO, is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of lettuce cultivar MOJITO, to the plants of lettuce line MOJITO and to methods for producing a lettuce plant by crossing the cultivar MOJITO with itself or another lettuce line, respectively. The invention further relates to methods for producing a lettuce 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 lettuce lines derived from the cultivar MOJITO.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 83-02 RZ, which may exhibit a combination of traits including resistance to downy mildew (Bremia lactucae) races B1:1-31 and Ca-I to Ca-VIII, resistance to currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri), very intensely red deeply lobed leaves, and a loose to moderately firm head. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 83-02 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 83-02 RZ.

Abstract: A method for determining a spray position for a spray tool includes accessing an image signal generated by a camera, the image signal corresponding to at least an udder of a dairy livestock. The method further includes processing the accessed image signal to determine a tangent to the rear and a tangent to the bottom of the udder of the dairy livestock. The method concludes by determining a spray position from which a spray tool may apply disinfectant to the teats of the dairy livestock, wherein the spray position is a position relative to the intersection of the two tangents.

Abstract: A method and arrangement to improve animal's biological and/or physical performance by reducing the bioload, defined as biologically active particles in the stable air or within transporter vehicles. The method includes generating a negatively charged electrostatic field operating within the room capturing the particles. The arrangement includes elements for producing a negatively charged electrostatic field capturing air borne particulate matter whereby high voltage >6 kV at low amperage (<10 mA) is applied to a basic conductive structure positioned in the air of the stable or the transporter vehicle, to which carbon fiber filaments are attached, causing the release of electrons from the free ending carbon fibers into the air and thereby generating the negatively charged electrostatic field.

Abstract: An animal litter sand that effectively prevents scattering of particles without increasing the weight or density of the litter sand. The animal litter sand is prepared by forming particles by a step that adds water and mixes together at least a particulate substrate from an inorganic material, a hydraulic solidification material, and a water-soluble thickener.

Abstract: Methods, apparatuses and systems for convenient management of animals within a rodent containment cage system that includes labeling components, receiving data, associating the data, reporting the data and/or associations and locating components within the cage system. The management of the system may be self-contained, networked through a controller, local server and/or main server.

Abstract: Methods, apparatuses and systems for convenient management of animals within a rodent containment cage system that includes labeling components, receiving data, associating the data, reporting the data and/or associations and locating components within the cage system. The management of the system may be self-contained, networked through a controller, local server and/or main server.

Abstract: An anti-slip bowl is described herein. A bowl can include a rigid first shell including a base and an outer wall continuously attached to the base, a rigid second shell including a base and an outer wall continuously attached to the base, wherein the base of the rigid second shell includes a number of non-continuous openings, and an anti-slip material positioned between a lower side of the base of the rigid first shell and an upper side of the base of the rigid second shell.

Abstract: An animal monitoring system has sensor modules carried on respective animals. Each module includes a GPS position locator to determine a current position of the animal, a transmitter, and a controller arranged to store a previously determined position of the animal thereon. A central monitoring system is located remotely from the animal which stores boundary position data representing a boundary thereon and which is arranged to communicate with the sensor module over a network. If the position of the animal changes significantly, a notification signal is transmitted to the central monitoring system which compares the current position to the boundary position data to determine is a user should be notified of an alarm condition. The sensor modules may also monitor various physiological characteristics of the animal to notify the central monitor system and subsequently the user if the animal appears to be in danger.

Abstract: An improved flea comb apparatus can be used to remove fleas from animals such as cats, dogs, and the like and advantageously includes a retractable flea comb and lights that are automatically illuminated when the flea comb is in a deployed condition. The lights attract fleas and aid in their removal by providing an intensity of light at the undercoat region of an animal that has not previously been conveniently provided. The lights also assist the user in identifying fleas during combing of the animal.

Abstract: An animal goggle is described that centers and rests upon the maxilla and forehead of the animal. The goggles include a frame, strap system, and a unified interchangeable lens that provides an active animal a full vie and range of motion. The straps are non-obtrusive, also allowing the animal unrestricted movement of the jaw while securely holding the frame against the maxilla and forehead of the animal. The frame includes filtration media and ventilation to reduce condensation and fogging on the lens. The lens allows a full field of view for an active animal while blocking foreign objects such as dust, debris, and ultra violet rays.

Abstract: An animal containment system is described that comprises a transmitter unit and a receiver, the transmitter unit comprising a transmitter coil and signal generator. The signal generator transmits a modulated activation signal through the coil and generates a uniform magnetic field within a region around the coil. A receiver travels through a portion of the uniform magnetic field and uses information of periodically emphasized positively directed portions of the signal to detect a first polarity of the magnetic field in a first detection area and a second reversed polarity of the magnetic field in the second detection area. A detected reversal of polarity indicates a boundary crossing event including the receiver transitioning across the boundary.

Abstract: A pet feces collection bag comprises a carrier plate, a handle portion, and a bag. The handle portion, formed as a frame structure, is coupled to two corresponding sides of a periphery of the carrier plate and extends outward therefrom thereby defining the carrier plate into a front part having a first predetermined length and a rear part having a second predetermined length along a specific direction, wherein the first predetermined length is smaller than the second predetermined length. The bag is connected to peripheries of the handle portion and the rear part by a predetermined connection manner. The handle portion is operated to rotate around the carrier plate within 360 degrees about a specific axis whereby an opening of the bag is selectively to be opened or closed. The carrier plate and the handle portion are formed as one-piece unit.

Abstract: A method for enhancing the production of aquatic organisms under cultivation, including the steps of exposing the aquatic organisms to a submerged illumination source inside water of a rearing unit; and maintaining illumination in the rearing unit for a rearing period.

Abstract: A marine containment device is disclosed for containing a marine species. The device includes a body having a first end and a second end. An entry is in the first end for defining an open position and a closed position. The open position is created by a spearing device with a marine species pushing against the entry and allowing the marine species into the body. The closed position is created by the spearing device removing the spearing device from the body and stripping the marine species off the spearing device. A displacement drain is in the second end for displacing the water within the body during the open position and minimizing displacement of the water through the entry. A travel distance is in the displacement drain for offsetting the exiting water from the body and prohibiting protrusion of the marine species from the body.

Abstract: A water circulation and filtration device for jellyfish aquarium, designed to be suspended from a top opening of the aquarium and partially submerged in water. It includes a pump house basket and a lid on top. The pump house basket has polygonal shape in horizontal cross sections, and tapered or straight in vertical cross sections. The pump house basket is divided into an intake chamber at the bottom with multiple inlet slits on its sides, a pump house chamber above the intake chamber to accommodate a pump, and a sealed return chamber around the pump house chamber. The sidewall of the pump house basket has a step feature which includes a plurality of flute style outlets disposed along the outside surface of the pump house basket above the inlet slits. The pump draws from the intake chamber and discharges to the return chamber and water is discharged via the outlets.

Abstract: Genetically modified mice and methods for making an using them are provided, wherein the mice comprise a replacement of all or substantially all immunoglobulin heavy chain V gene segments, D gene segments, and J gene segments with at least one light chain V gene segment and at least one light chain J gene segment. Mice that make binding proteins that comprise a light chain variable domain operably linked to a heavy chain constant region are provided. Binding proteins that contain an immunoglobulin light chain variable domain, including a somatically hypermutated light chain variable domain, fused with a heavy chain constant region, are provided. Modified cells, embryos, and mice that encode sequences for making the binding proteins are provided.

Abstract: A process where materials are applied to a plastic fishing lure surface, producing a lure that possesses chromatic vicissitude as a result of water temperature fluctuations. A non-thermochromatic base layer of one or more colors is applied to the plastic fishing lure. This layer acts as the visual appearance of the fishing lure in the absence of temperature fluctuations. Clear extender is then used as an additive to the thermochromatic ink. This addition to the ink then allows the ink to be sprayed onto the surface of the lure. This ink-extender amalgam can be applied in multiple layers however the bottom layer must have the least amount of hue saturation. Each layer thereafter would increase in hue saturation. Multiple hue combinations can be utilized. Once the desired number of thermochromatic layers has been applied, an ultra-clear super high gloss lacquer finish is sprayed on to the exterior of all layers.

Abstract: A fishing lure having an inertially-activated pivotable hook system having a pivotable hook assembly.

Abstract: A live bait container having at least one air chamber to provide buoyancy. It floats upright when stationary, and it floats on its back side when trolling. There is a strategically placed opening through the back or side wall of the air chamber to selectively allow air or water to enter and be trapped within the chamber. During fishing, air will remain trapped inside of the air chamber; however, when the user wants to store the container below the surface, air can be allowed to escape through the opening in the chamber by simply pushing the container below the water surface with its back side up. Air will escape the chamber to allow the container to submerge. To regain buoyancy, the user removes the container from the water and places it in a generally upright position, and the water will run out as air enters through the air chamber opening.