Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X00F915 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 X00F915 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X00F915 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X00F915, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X00F915. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X00F915.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 36211415 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 36211415, to the plants of soybean cultivar 36211415, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 36211415, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 36211415. 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 36211415. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 36211415, 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 36211415 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 38292104 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 38292104, to the plants of soybean cultivar 38292104, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 38292104, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 38292104. 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 38292104. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 38292104, 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 38292104 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: Disclosed is the seed of a novel soybean variety, designated 36Y14Y1, a sample of which is deposited under ATCC Accession No. PTA-123694. Also disclosed are plants, or parts thereof, grown from the seed of the variety, plants having the morphological and physiological characteristics of the 36Y14Y1 variety, and methods of using the plant or parts thereof in a soybean breeding program.

Abstract: Disclosed is the seed of a novel soybean variety, designated 30G13J3, a sample of which is deposited under ATCC Accession No. PTA-123696. Also disclosed are plants, or parts thereof, grown from the seed of the variety, plants having the morphological and physiological characteristics of the 30G13J3 variety, and methods of using the plant or parts thereof in a soybean breeding program.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated XB27AU15R is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety XB27AU15R, cells from soybean variety XB27AU15R, plants of soybean XB27AU15R, and plant parts of soybean variety XB27AU15R. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety XB27AU15R with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety XB27AU15R, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety XB27AU15R, and methods of characterizing soybean variety XB27AU15R. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety XB27AU15R are further provided.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV871614. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV871614, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV871614 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV871614 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV871614.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the corn variety designated CV492277. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CV492277, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CV492277 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to corn seeds and plants produced by crossing plants of variety CV492277 with plants of another variety, such as another inbred line. The invention further relates to the inbred and hybrid genetic complements of plants of variety CV492277.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated WUC55, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line WUC55, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line WUC55 with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line WUC55 with another corn line or plant and to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic corn plants produced by that method. This invention also relates to inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line WUC55, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line WUC55 and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided a novel romaine lettuce cultivar, designated River Road. ‘River Road’ is described as a vigorous romaine cultivar recommended for the main lettuce growing regions of California and Arizona. It has light heavy head weight, with long wide leaves. This invention thus relates to the seeds of lettuce cultivar River Road, to the plants of lettuce cultivar River Road, to plant parts of lettuce cultivar River Road, to methods for producing a lettuce cultivar by crossing the lettuce cultivar River Road with another lettuce cultivar, and to methods for producing a lettuce cultivar containing in its genetic material one or more backcross conversion traits or transgenes and to the backcross conversion lettuce plants and plant parts produced by those methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 41-138 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including broad base leaves, resistance against downy mildew (Bremia lactucae) races Bl:1-31 and Ca-I to Ca-VIII, currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri), lettuce mosaic virus (LMV), and to corky root rot (Sphingomonas suberifaciens), wherein resistance to Bremia lactucae races Ca-I to Ca-VIII is conferred by resistance gene Dm17. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 41-138 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 41-138 RZ.

Abstract: A system includes a first camera, a second camera, and a processor wherein the second camera has a higher resolution than the first camera. The processor is communicatively coupled to the first camera and the second camera and is operable to determine a center coordinate of an udder of a dairy livestock based at least in part upon visual data captured by the first camera. The processor is also operable to determine a position of a teat of the dairy livestock based at least in part upon the center coordinate and visual data captured by the second camera.

Abstract: A method comprises extending a robotic attacher under a dairy livestock positioned in a milking stall, wherein the robotic attacher comprises a nozzle that is positioned generally on the bottom of the robotic attacher during a first operation. The method further comprises rotating the robotic attacher during a second operation such that the nozzle is positioned generally on the top of the robotic attacher.

Abstract: Sensor system with a sensor device having a through-flow cell for liquid, a detector device for measuring a property of the liquid in the through-flow cell and for generating an associated detector signal, a sensor control for analyzing the detector signal, wherein the sensor control detects a liquid transition between two different liquids in the through-flow cell when a change (per unit time) in the detector signal is greater than a threshold value. In the case of such a liquid transition detection, the sensor control generates an alarm signal. Liquid transition detection is carried out by optical, temperature and/or conductivity sensors.

Abstract: A crowd gate control system includes a holding pen for dairy livestock, wherein the holding pen is adjacent to an entrance to a milking parlor. The system further includes a crowd gate positioned at a side of the holding pen. The crowd gate moves in relation to the entrance to the milking parlor. A controller is initiates a first mode of operation of the crowd gate prior to the crowd gate reaching the entrance to the milking parlor. The first mode of operation is a pre-forward reverse step. The crowd gate moves away from the entrance to the milking parlor prior to initiating movement towards the entrance.

Abstract: The wheeled litter-sifting cart is a device that is adapted to store containers of cat litter as well as to sift out used cat litter for disposal of waste and potential re-use of cat litter. The wheeled cart is mobilized via a plurality of wheels that are affixed to a cart frame. The cart frame includes a bottom deck, intermediate deck, and a top deck. The bottom deck, the intermediate deck, and the top deck are all parallel with respect to one another, and are equally spaced elevationally, speaking. The top deck includes a first opening adjacent to a second opening. A hinged sifter is attached to the top deck in between the first opening and the second opening. In use, a first bucket is aligned underneath the first opening, a second bucket is aligned underneath the second opening, and soiled cat litter is sifted via the hinged sifter.

Abstract: A feces and urine disposal device for cats includes a support structure having parallel, vertically extending wall members, a bottom chamber, and an elevated relief area between the opposing wall members and above the bottom chamber. The relief area includes a pair of longitudinal channels disposed in spaced, parallel relation to one another and an open longitudinal gap between the channels and communicating with the bottom chamber. In use, a cat stands in the relief area with the left paws in one channel and the right paws in the opposite channel so that the cat is straddling the gap. When the cat relieves itself, feces and urine pass through the gap and into a removable trough positioned in the bottom chamber or directly into a toilet bowl. Cat litter or another odor absorbing or containing substance can be placed in the trough, as well as the relief area.

Abstract: A pet waste collection apparatus having an absorbent pad having opposing outermost layers, comprising a permeable layer and an opposing substantially leak proof layer; the absorbent pad comprising at least one innermost layer of waste absorbing material sandwiched and completely enclosed between the opposing outermost layers and completely filling a volume therebetween extending to the outer peripheral border, which has an interior passageway, a draw tape therein, and a plurality of outside cut off corners having adjacent interior passageway openings; the draw tape having a length greater than that of the outer peripheral border; the draw tape routed through the adjacent interior passageway openings exposing the draw tape at the outside cut off corners; the waste collection apparatus forming a bag, when the draw tape is pulled taut.

Abstract: An interchangeable pet carrier system includes a pet carrier and at least one handbag. The pet carrier includes a bottom panel, a pair of long side panels and a pair a short side panels connected to the bottom panel, and a top panel connected to top edges of the side panels. A zipper is disposed on the carrier to run through the top carrier panel to separate the top carrier panel into first and second sides, and to run partially down the short side carrier panels. Alternating connectors are disposed along an exterior of an upper portion of side panels. The handbag has a bottom panel connected to short and long side panels. Alternating male and female connectors are disposed along an interior of an upper portion of the side panels. The carrier is inserted into the handbag and is secure via corresponding alternating male and female connectors.

Abstract: The invention relates to a chewable object for carnivorous pets. The inventive object (1) is provided with an elongated shape and comprises a chewable, edible and digestible substance. The invention is characterised in that the shape of the object (1) comprises at least two dihedrals (d1, d2) having edges (a1, a2) which essentially extend along the entire length of the object.

Abstract: A tug toy that includes at least two gripping members and a central portion, wherein the at least two gripping members are attached to the central portion, and wherein the central portion further includes a noise maker.

Abstract: A process includes microbially degrading harvested polyculture plant material to form a concentrated microbial biomass and providing the concentrated microbial biomass to an intermediary animal for consumption. The process may also be directed to producing a product animal which includes providing a growth area having an outlet for waste and providing a harvested plant material collection area having an outlet for degradation products. The process may also include providing a microbial growth system for producing a bacterial biomass and directing at least some waste from the outlet of the product animal growth area to the harvested plant material collection area. The process may also include directing at least some degradation products to the microbial growth system, directing some of the microbial biomass produced in the microbial growth system to an intermediary animal for consumption, and directing the intermediary animal to a product animal growth area.

Abstract: A structure for attracting and accumulating aquatic organisms that is a simple, inexpensive, non-degradable unit, easy to assemble and use, as well as easy to retrieve and move for use in a different location, formed of a central 4? PVC pipe having cut outs through which are inserted bar slats made of solid, generally rigid, 100% PVC material. The bar installation is a compressed fit into the cut-out sections of pipe, forming a compress fit, self-expanding, spring-lock design. Holes may be drilled in each end of the central pipe so that a hook may be inserted in one end, allowing the habitat structure to be hung from a dock or tethered to another stationary object, or retrieved with a boat hook for ease in removal and relocation. Alternatively, the use of coupling connections permits joining one habitat structure to another in order to form a larger habitat structure.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing expression of genes on Chromosome 21 (“Chr 21”) by targeting an XIST transgene to the Dual specificity tyrosine-phosphorylation-regulated kinase 1A (DYRK1A) gene or a Regulator of calcineurin 1 (RCAN1) gene, and cells and transgenic animals comprising an XIST transgene inserted into a DYRK1A or RCAN1 allele, e.g., cells and animals trisomic for human Chr 21 and mouse Chr 16.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods that involve cancer cells which are modified so that they can form orthotopic tumors in a non-human mammal, and wherein metastasis of the tumor can be controlled. The cancer cells, which may be human cancer cells, are modified so that expression of a human chemokine receptor can be modulated. Modulating expression of the human chemokine receptor allows selective initiation of metastasis. Kits which contain the modified cancer cells are provided. A method for identifying agents which can inhibit metastasis using non-human mammals having orthotopic tumors formed using the modified cancer cells is also included.

Abstract: Provided are transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) overexpressing DNA methyltransferase 3a (Dnmt3a) and a method of producing the same. According to the method, a specific mechanism and related factors for DNA methylation mediated by Dnmt3a may be found, and a critical gene for regulating the life span of C. elegans may be identified, and therefore C. elegans may be used as an animal model for screening a drug for a DNA methylation-related disease.

Abstract: A fishing reel is provided, which includes: a frame having a through hole and a mounting part; a spool rotatably disposed inside of the frame with a fishing line wound thereon; a main shaft inserted into the spool; a brake unit mounted on the spool to put the brake thereon; and a cover unit disposed on the brake unit. The brake unit includes: a retainer having a fixing groove and a plurality of first guide grooves; a brake shoe housing fixed to the retainer and has a plurality of slots, a plurality of second guide grooves, and a plurality of mounting grooves; brake shoes mounted in the plurality of slots so as to be inserted into the slots or withdrawn therefrom; and pivot members mounted in the mounting grooves to press the brake shoes.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a system and methods of use pertaining to long-range fishing applications. One embodiment provides a long-range fishing-device delivery system that relies on a mounting shaft, a buoyancy module, and a fishing or payload module to house a variety of fishing devices such as a baited hook, an artificial lure, or a fishing accessory such as a depth sensor, temperature sensor, or fish finder. The delivery system leverages a launch force from an external launching apparatus such as a bow or slingshot to deploy the system and enclosed fishing device to a desired long-range location and depth within a body of water. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

Abstract: A fishing sinker consisting of a cloth bag which is open at the top. The bag is partially filled and then the upper part of the bag is gathered together and closed by means of an eye pin and rubber band attached to the eye of the eye pin. The eye pin is laid across the gathered fabric then the rubber band is pulled around the gathered fabric and over the end of the eye pin to provide closure. The bag can thus be emptied and retrieved by pulling firmly on the fishing line, which is also attached to the metal pin, which is tethered to the bottom of the bag.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a clasp hanger for hanging. The clasp hanger includes a hanger hook comprised of an elongated part. The hanger hook has a hanger hook section and a neck section opposite the hook section. The neck section is expandable to allow the clasp hanger to be quickly hung on a support object such as a branch. The clasp hanger further includes an object attachment device attached to the neck section of the hanger hook. This object attachment device is configured for attaching an object to be hung. The object may be, for example, configured to dispense a chemical or formulation useful in agricultural pest management. The hanger hook, and object attachment device are disposed such that, after the support object is pushed through the neck, the hanger hook will automatically rotate such that the support object is disposed at an interior part of the hanger hook that is away from the neck section. This prevents the support object from passing back through the neck section.

Abstract: Embodiments provide an applicator configured to pressurize and heat a mixture of water and herbicide, and expel the heated and pressurized water/herbicide mixture from the applicator. In some embodiments, the herbicide may be an organic herbicide such as organic acids, simple sugars, surfactants, or ammonia. The applicator may include an inline heating element coupled with a spray tip of the applicator such that the inline heating element may receive a water/herbicide mixture from a water line of the applicator, heat the water/herbicide mixture, and then supply the water/herbicide mixture to the spray tip.

Abstract: According to one embodiment, there is provided a breakaway hinge for an expandable boom on an agricultural vehicle. The boom includes of a first and a second section combined in a manner to allow the second section to move with respect to the first section when the second section encounters an obstruction. A breakaway hinge is provided between the first and the second section, and includes a first pivot member attached to the first section at an angle ? with respect to a vertical line and a second pivot member attached to the second section at an angle ? with respect to the vertical line. A connecting member holds the first pivot member with respect to the second pivot member.

Abstract: A tree stand includes a frame and a strap for attaching the frame to a tree. The strap includes engagement features and a latch is pivotably coupled to the frame for selectively engaging the engagement features. The latch is pivotable between a locked position for engaging the engagement feature of the strap and an unlocked position for being disengaged with the engagement feature of the strap. The latch includes a finger extending from the body receiving the engagement feature when the latch is in the locked position.

Abstract: A method of preventing or minimizing trespassing of a hunting tree stand and an apparatus therefor. The abstract of the disclosure is submitted herewith as required by 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b). As stated in 37 C.F.R. §1.72(b): A brief abstract of the technical disclosure in the specification must commence on a separate sheet, preferably following the claims, under the heading “Abstract of the Disclosure.” The purpose of the abstract is to enable the Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and gist of the technical disclosure. The abstract shall not be used for interpreting the scope of the claims. Therefore, any statements made relating to the abstract are not intended to limit the claims in any manner and should not be interpreted as limiting the claims in any manner.

Abstract: A decoy comprising: (a) an anchor device comprising: (i) a crank; (ii) a spool connected to the crank; and (iii) a locking member located proximate to the spool, wherein a gap separates the spool and the locking member and the gap in a locked position is sufficiently small so that the spool is prevented from rotating and the gap in a deployment position is sufficiently large so that the spool free rotates; (b) an anchor; and (c) an anchor line connecting the anchor to the spool so that the spool in the locked position assists in retracting the anchor and in the deployment position allows the anchor to deploy.

Abstract: An agrochemical formulation comprising a penetrant and an agrochemical active. The penetrant is an esterified and/or etherified polyol alkoxylate obtainable by directly esterifying and/or etherifying a polyol alkoxylate. There is also provided a method of making the penetrant comprising alkoxylation of a polyol, and esterification or etherification of the formed poyol alkoxylate. The penetrant is suitable for use in agrochemical formulations to enhance penetration of the active across a leaf cuticle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a aqueous composition containing a suspended pesticide A, and microcapsules comprising a shell and a core, wherein the core contains a pesticide B and an aprotic, polar solvent B, and the shell contains poly(meth)acrylate, which comprises C1-C24 alkyl esters of acrylic and/or methacrylic acid, acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, and/or maleic acid in polymerized form. The invention further relates to a method for preparing said composition comprising the mixing of the pesticide A, water and the microcapsules, to said microcapsule, wherein the core contains the pesticide B and a solvent A, wherein the weight ratio of the pesticide B to the sum of all solvents in the core is from 1:1 to 1:10, and wherein the microcapsule contains up to 7 wt % poly(meth)acrylate, based on the total amount of all pesticides in the core, all solvents in the core, and the poly(meth)acrylate.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wood preservative composition comprising: an ester of boric acid; pentachlorophenol (PCP); and American Wood Preservative Association's (AWPA) P9 Type A solvent. The composition is useful for reducing insect and microbial decay in wood. Further disclosed are methods of making and using such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for controlling parasitic weeds, comprising applying to the host plant, the weeds and/or their habitat herbicidal mixtures or compositions comprising one, two or three acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitor(s) and one, two or three plant growth regulator(s) (PGR) which act as ethylene modulators. The present invention also relates to a method for improving the yield of the crop plant comprising applying to the host plant, and/or their habitat mixtures comprising components as defined herein. The present invention also relates to herbicidal mixtures comprising one, two or three acetolactate synthase (ALS) inhibitor(s) selected from imazamox or tribenuron-methyl and one, two or three plant growth regulator(s) (PGR) selected from prohexadione, prohexadione-calcium, trinexapac or trinexapac-ethyl, compositions comprising said mixtures and their use for the control of parasitic weeds.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel active substance combinations consisting of heterocyclic trifluorobutenylen of formula (1), wherein X is halogen and n is 0, 1 or 2, and of known insecticide substances. Said novel active substance combinations are suitable for fighting harmful pests like insects and nematodes.

Abstract: A method for spray tank cleanout. In particular, the invention further relates to a method for reducing residual sulfonylurea pesticide contamination of a spray tank from which the sulfonylurea is applied, and a composition for achieving this method.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to macrocyclic picolinamides of Formula (I) and to the use of these compounds as fungicides.

Abstract: The antimicrobial effect of extracellular metabolite composition from Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 is described.

Abstract: The antimicrobial effect of extracellular metabolite composition from Bacillus coagulans MTCC 5856 and composition comprising from about 61% w/w of thymol, about 38% of monolaurin and about 1% w/w of magnolol obtained from supercritical fluid extracts of Magnolia officinalis is described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition of granulated or pelletized endomycorrhizal fungi spores coated with a covering of mineral clays and binders with calcium sulphate monohydrate and the production and use thereof in agriculture.

Abstract: The combination of a Trichoderma virens species and a rhizosphere competent Trichoderma harzianum species is used to control plant diseases and enhance plant growth.

Abstract: A sugar beet extract (SBE) induced defense in potato plants under green-house conditions and in field trial, without apparent toxicity for the plant. Treatment with SBE resulted in significant reduction of the size of Phytophthora infestans infection lesions and lower sporangia production. SBE had no apparent toxic effect, neither on the hyphal growth of the pathogennor on the germination of sporangia. SBE triggered PR-1 protein induction which suggests that the defense mechanism conferred by SBE could be via direct induced resistance. An array of phenolic metabolites and minerals was found in the SBE and constitutes potential inducers of the defense.

Abstract: This invention relates to a precision weighing system for transporting or moving portions of dough with a dividing slider (2) in a device for portioning and processing dough, wherein the system has a rotatably mounted, in particular pivotally mounted, first pivoting lever (11), and a rotatably mounted, in particular pivotally mounted, second pivoting lever (12), wherein the second pivoting lever (12) carries an actuating projection (18) for the reciprocating motion of the dividing slider (2), and the first pivoting lever (11) can be pivoted about the pivot bearing thereof by a drive, wherein an air bellows (4) is disposed between the first pivoting lever (11) and the second pivoting lever (12), the volume and/or shape of said air bellows being variable by compressed air admission, and which specifies the distance between the opposing lever arms of the two pivoting levers (11, 12).

Abstract: Described are dough compositions and methods, wherein the dough composition is prepared using a metabolized portion of dough comprising bubbles, metabolically active yeast, and developed dough matrix, combined with non-metabolized yeast, and wherein the dough composition preferably has useful properties such as yeast-leavened freezer-to-oven capabilities, without the need for chemical leavening agents or modified atmosphere packaging.

Abstract: Dry flavor enhancing agent for a cereal product and particularly for baked bakery products including yeast extract and acid fermented flour, dry enhancing agent for cereal products and particularly for baked bakery products including this dry flavor enhancing agent and their use in the preparation of cereal products and particularly doughs and baked products.