Abstract: An improved pet cat toy, including main body, where main body is made of textile material and has hollow interior, wall of main body is provided with first opening and second opening on different sides, first opening is provided with first outer interlayer that includes open seal and can open and close first opening, second opening is provided with perspective second outer interlayer, inner interlayer including open seal is disposed between first opening and second opening, interior of main body is divided into first cavity and second cavity, and catnip capable of being replaced is filled in first cavity and second cavity separately. The present utility model is reasonably designed, has simple structure, can expose part of catnip, and enhances attraction to pet cat and master thereof. Besides, internal catnip can be replaced in time and conveniently, enduringly keep the toy attractive, and the toy can be recycled, lowering cost.

Abstract: A flavored or unflavored pet treat-item using hemp based products and byproducts constructed to be eaten by a pet as a treat in one to two days. The outer shell of the treat-item is patterned after natural tree bark such as Pine, Cypress, Redwood and Oak. The treat-item contains supplements that provide pets the beneficial support from cannabanoids such as CBAs, CBDs and CBNs for which may help treatment of ailments such as arthritis, hip pain, tumors, leukemia, cancers, organ tissue repair and neurological regeneration; as well as, fiber support for teeth and digestive system health. A viscous version of the product in the form of baby food may be produced for tube feeding pets with more advanced debilitations.

Abstract: A weaning mat for young animals is provided that includes a top surface, a bottom surface and an insulating layer in between in which the top surface may include a rim around an edge of the top surface and ridges to compartmentalize the top surface.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multiple vector tension displacement system which adjusts to the size of a wearer, wherein the size adjustment allows for maximum tension displacement when in use.

Abstract: An animal collar includes a cord having a first end and a second end, a first clamp coupled to the cord, and a second clamp coupled to the cord. Each of the first and second clamps defines a first passage and a second passage. The cord extends from the first end, through the first and second passages in each of the first and second clamps, and to the second end to define a closed loop. The first clamp and the second clamp are adjustably coupled to the cord such that a size of the loop is selectively adjustable.

Abstract: The current invent relates to the construction and application of a three-line breeding system in the bay scallop southern subspecies×Peruvian scallop hybrids. The said three-line consists of a male sterile line, a maintainer line and a restorer line. A combination of male sterile line and maintainer line is obtained by continuously backcrossing the male sterile individuals selected from F1 inter-specific hybrid families with sperm of the selfing family of the sperm-providing Peruvian scallops until the progenies are all male sterile. The restorer line is obtained by continuously backcrossing selected individuals from the male sterile line with sperm of the selfing family of a Peruvian scallop until the progenies are all hermaphroditic and exhibit excellent production traits. Commercial male sterile brood stocks are produced by backcrossing the male sterile line with the maintainer line and commercial hybrid spats are produced by backcrossing the male sterile line and the restorer line.

Abstract: A terrarium including a base, a support column, a top, and one or more arcuate panels with a closure is provided. The base can include one or more base channels, and the top can include one or more top channels. The top can be supported entirely by the support column at a first preselected distance from the base. One or more arcuate panels can extend between the top and the base, being disposed in the top channel and the base channel, and forming an opening. Another arcuate panel can form a closure over the opening, with that panel optionally slidable to selectively access an internal compartment of the terrarium. The support column can support the top and assist in holding the arcuate panels, as well as form a ventilation chimney associated with the internal compartment. Related methods of use are provided.

Abstract: A seafood storage and/or transportation container is provided. The seafood container comprises a container, the container having a bottom wall, two side walls and two end walls. The container also comprises at least one channel, the channel having an inlet at the lower portion of the interior of the container, a hollow body that extends upward, and an outlet that communicates with the exterior of the container. The at least one channel assists in removal of water from the lower portion of the container, which will be accompanied by some of the waste product from the stored seafood. When a water source is provided overhead, the container of the present invention allows the stored seafood product to be submerged in water, while also obtaining a substantially complete turnover of water within the container (including waste products).

Abstract: The present invention discloses a lighting system positioned under an aquarium, which comprises a frame having a same shape and size, or a different shape and lesser size, as a bottom of the aquarium; and a plurality of LED lights positioned inwardly around the perimeter of the frame. The present invention further discloses an aquarium comprising the aquarium lighting system of the invention which is positioned under the aquarium. In the aquarium lighting system and the aquarium provided by the invention, the LED lights illuminate toward the center of the frame and illuminate the bottom of the aquarium, thus providing a better view of the animals in the aquarium and providing unique lighting effects on aquaria decor.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for modulating expression of endogenous cellular genes using recombinant zinc finger proteins.

Abstract: The application provides methods of improving a medication related side effect in a human after transplant of transgenic organs, tissues or cells from transgenic pigs with a disrupted cellular transport gene or genes, and porcine organs, tissues, and cells therefrom are provided.

Abstract: This invention provides a method for knock-in of a donor DNA into the genome of a cell, comprising introducing at least one artificial nuclease system capable of cleaving target sequence(s) of the cell genome, the donor DNA, and two single-stranded oligonucleotides (ssODNs) into the cell, the artificial nuclease system cleaving the target sequence(s) on the cell genome, the two ssODNs each complementary to one of the ends generated by the target sequence cleavage in the cell genome and to one of the introduction ends of the donor DNA, the donor DNA being knocked-in at the cleavage site via the two ssODNs.

Abstract: An object of the invention is to provide a fishhook for fishing or the like, the fishhook being easily stuck to a fish or the like and being also excellent in durability. The surface of a fishhook is treated with a compound selected from the group consisting of a metallic surfactant having at least one or more hydroxyl groups or hydrolyzable groups, a fluorine-based surface treating agent, a thiol compound and a disulfide compound.

Abstract: A fishing lure representing a typical fish is formed from plastic or polymer. Embedded therein is provided a dynamic motion actuator utilized to attract fish by the continuous or random motion effected thereby. The device is powered by an onboard battery connected to a vibrational motor. A control circuit detects the water activation of the fishing lure and enables the motor and a lighting system for a predetermined sequence of activation and deactivation. An auxiliary control circuit senses connection of a USB to barrel connector power wire through a charging dock mounted in the frame of the fishing lure. Checking both a charging state and the number of times the device has been charged, the auxiliary control circuit enables a steady state light for signaling charging and a flashing light if the number of charges is above a certain level by using a counter.

Abstract: A fishing jig is disclosed. The fishing jig includes a semitransparent skirt having a generally tubular body that extends between a closed head end and a tail end that includes an opening. A channel is formed within the tubular body and extends from the opening toward the head end. The fishing jig also includes a jig head positioned within the channel of the skirt and at least partially visible through the skirt. The jig head may include a body having a first side and a second side, an eye positioned on each of the first side and the second side, the eyes being visible through the skirt, and a hook that extends from the body and through the opening in the skirt. The fishing jig may mimic the look and motion of bait fish.

Abstract: An elongated fishing rod assembly with a top section having at least one eye loop, a middle section, and a bottom section having a reel mounted thereto. Each of the three sections have a distal and a proximal end. The top proximal end has a male connector. The middle distal end has a female connector for coupling with the top male connector. The middle proximal end has a middle male connector, substantially the same as the top male connector, for coupling with a female connector on the distal end of the bottom section. A method of fishing where a fishing pole with a top, middle and bottom section is assembled with the top, middle and bottom sections for casting. The middle section is removed after casting, and the fishing pole is reassembled with the top section directly connected to the bottom section.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a device comprising a body having a first opening and a second opening. A clip is attached to the first end of the body and the second opening is adapted to receive a cord, such as a rubber band. The cord can be attached to a fishing line and the clip is attached to an outrigger line, which is typically used with a planer board. When a fish is engaged on an end of the fishing line, the force causes the cord to break, freeing the fishing line from the trolling line. The shape and color of the body provide visibility to the fisherman in the boat.

Abstract: A bait container for storing live bait such as minnows. The container has walls with a plurality of small openings adapted to allow water to freely flow between the inside and the outside of the container but not allow the bait to escape from the inside of the container. An opening/lid on one side allows selective access to the inside of the container for retrieving the bait. A shock absorbing system helps to stabilize the container and control the turbulence of rough wave action which helps avoid bruising of the bait inside the container. The shock absorbing system includes at least one tether to secure the container to a dock, boat, or other suitable object. The tether includes an extension spring combined with a shock absorbing member, such as a rope or strap. In some embodiments the shock absorbing system includes two tethers combined with the container at different points.

Abstract: A rotary auger fishing pole holder for removably holding a handle of a fishing pole or fishing rod in an upright position on the ground. The stand includes an upright rod with a helical coil or flights forming an auger base having a point at the lower distal end to be fixedly and removably screwed into the ground to support the stand in an upright position. The top end of the rod forming the stand body includes a ring or loop for insertion of a proximate end of a fishing rod there thorough and a cup spaced apart from and in alignment with the ring to support a distal end of the pole or rod handle therein. The cup is disposed above a portion of the elongated rod forming an integral S-shaped loop defining a handle for rotating the auger into the ground.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds and blends for killing and/or modifying the behavior of bed bugs, and the like, including, but not limited to, biocides, attractants and repellents. Also provided are traps and methods of trapping and/or modifying the behavior of bed bugs and the like.

Abstract: A spraying system for spraying a fluid includes a nozzle assembly configured to spray the fluid in response to receiving a control signal, a sensor configured to transmit a detection signal upon detection of a target, and a user interface configured to receive input from an operator. The spraying system further includes a control system communicatively coupled to the sensor to receive the detection signal from the sensor, the control system configured to transmit the control signal to the nozzle assembly at least in part in response to reception of the detection signal, the control system further configured to determine a fluid band length and an offset distance of the fluid band length from the target based at least in part on information input by the operator to the user interface. The user interface displays a graphic representation of the fluid band length and the offset distance relative to the target.

Abstract: An agricultural distribution machine for spreading liquid and/or solid plant protection products by means of a distribution apparatus which is height-adjustably arranged on a frame of the distribution machine having a plurality of nozzle holders with spray nozzles mounted thereon arranged spaced apart from each other for the purpose of distributing the plant protection product to be spread. Activation of the distribution apparatus is carried out based on at 10 least two spray profiles stored in a computer unit, each spray profile composed of a plurality of parameters. In order to achieve a consistent distribution quality of the plant protection product, different spray profiles can be stored in a computer unit and, in the instance of a deviation of the parameters of a spray profile, an automated activation of the distribution machine or of the distribution 15 apparatus to the parameters of a second spray profile is carried out.

Abstract: An animal trap, according to one embodiment, includes: a first portion having an upper and a lower end; a second portion in sliding relationship with the first portion, wherein the first and second portions are relatively positionable between a cocked position and a deployed position; a biasing mechanism for biasing the first and second portions towards the deployed position; two unique members extending from the lower end of the first portion; a bottom portion coupled to a distal end of each unique member, wherein a first end of each of the unique members is coupled to the first portion, wherein each of the distal ends are at a second end of each of the unique members, the second end being opposite the first end along a longitudinal length of each unique member; and a trigger mechanism for selectively locking the first and second portions in the cocked position.

Abstract: This invention is a new type of automotive deer whistle that produces an audible whistle. The sound that is produced can defiantly be heard by humans and wildlife. This deer whistle is made to be mounted on the front of any vehicle that exceeds the speeds 40 mph, so to prevent collisions with deer and other wildlife.

Abstract: Blood storage and/or rejuvenating compositions that include D-ribose and a nucleoside other than inosine (e.g., guanosine) are disclosed herein. Such compositions can be useful in methods for treating (e.g., storing and/or rejuvenating) red blood cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wood preservative formulation comprising a biocidal agent which is a copper or zinc ion complexed with an amino compound selected from the group consisting of ammonia, a water soluble amine or alkanolamine and an aminocarboxylic acid and a stabilizer, as well as to aqueous treatment solutions comprising such a formulation and methods of treating wood or other cellulosic material utilising said formulation.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a device and methods for administering 1-MCP treatment as a substrate to inhibit ripening of agricultural plants and crops, such as fruit.

Abstract: Rinse aids and sanitizing rinse aids for various applications, including institutional machine sanitizing are disclosed. In particular, concentrated and use compositions, such as concentrated liquid rinse aid compositions, employing a synergistic combination of a quaternary ammonium compound and anionic surfactant are disclosed. In particular, the present invention provides compositions and methods of a sanitizing rinse providing desired antimicrobial efficacy against a broad spectrum of gram negative microbes, suitable foaming profiles, and beneficial applications of use of the same, including low temperature sanitizing rinse are provided.

Abstract: Methods of attracting Drosophila suzukii, involving treating an object or area with a Drosophila suzukii attracting effective amount of a composition containing acetoin and at least one compound selected from ethyl octanoate, acetic acid, ethyl acetate, phenethyl alcohol, or mixtures thereof; wherein said composition does not contain ethanol.

Abstract: A solid glutaraldehyde composition is provided having an increased glass transition temperature. The glutaraldehyde can be used in a method of treating a wellbore or a subterranean formation, by introducing the composition to a wellbore or to an injection line within a wellbore in an amount effective to reduce biodegradation of crude oil, reduce corrosion of metal surfaces from sulfur-reducing bacteria, or to reduce the introduction of bacteria into the formation, reduce microbial contamination of a fluid introduced into the wellbore, or reduce microbial contamination of a pipeline.

Abstract: A solid glutaraldehyde composition is provided which incorporates a quaternary ammonium compound. The glutaraldehyde can be used in a method of treating a wellbore or a subterranean formation, by introducing the composition to a wellbore or to an injection line within a wellbore in an amount effective to reduce biodegradation of crude oil, reduce corrosion of metal surfaces from sulfur-reducing bacteria, or to reduce the introduction of bacteria into the formation, reduce microbial contamination of a fluid introduced into the wellbore, or reduce microbial contamination of a pipeline.

Abstract: Provided are a sustained release pheromone preparation capable of maintaining a high amount of pheromone release throughout a control period of vine mealybug (VMB) having lavandulyl senecioate (LVSN) as a pheromone substance; and a control method with the preparation. More specifically, provided are a sustained release pheromone preparation comprising a first pheromone substance, and a first container having the first pheromone substance sealed therein and comprising a first polymer membrane made of an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer containing vinyl acetate units of from 0.5 to 10% by weight, wherein the first pheromone substance is lavandulyl senecioate, which is a pheromone substance of vine mealybug, and the lavandulyl senecioate can be released into the air through the first polymer membrane for 150 days or more; and others.

Abstract: A composition of active ingredients for fighting plant diseases, composed of at least two different active ingredients, selected from the group of stilbenes and/or derivatives thereof on the one hand and of the group of galloylated flavan-3-ols and/or derivatives thereof, and/or of the group of proanthocyanidins and/or derivatives thereof on the other hand. As an alternative, the at least two different active ingredients can be selected from the group of galloylated flavan-3-ols and/or derivatives thereof and/or from the group of proanthocyanidins and/or derivatives thereof. The novel mixtures have a higher effect than the individual components, there is a synergistic effect. The invention further relates to a method for fighting fungal plant diseases using the aforementioned active ingredients.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods for administering vaporized pyrimethanil as an antimicrobial to inhibit pathogens of agricultural crops.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I), or an agronomically acceptable salt of said compounds wherein A1a, A1b, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined herein. The invention further relates to herbicidal compositions which comprise a compound of Formula (I), and to their use for controlling weeds, in particular in crops of useful plants.

Abstract: There is provided an agrochemical formulation with an enhanced efficacy of the agrochemical active ingredient, even when a farmer does not perform a mixing operation. Agrochemical active ingredient particles that are solid at 25° C. and carbon black particles are mixed to form a layer comprising the carbon black particles on the surface of the agrochemical active ingredient particles.

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 present disclosure relates to methods for using benzoxaborole compounds in combination with preservative gases, such as carbon dioxide or sulfur dioxide, as an antimicrobial that synergistically controls pathogens of agricultural crops.

Abstract: This application relates to the modulation of the flora of bacteria in an environment by inhibiting the quorum sensing of a specific bacteria in said environment by administering an effective amount of a quorum sensing control composition comprising at least one quorum sensing control agent, which is an adsorbent/catalytic inhibitor for a QS signal molecule, such as, N-acyl homoserine lactones (AHL), pseudomonas quinolone signal (PQS), and autoinducer-1 (AI-1), autoinducer-2 (AI-2) type of quorum sensing molecules. Quorum sensing control agents include a sorbent material, sorbent mineral or non-porous mineral such as, for example, phyllosilicate clays, silica, calcite, zeolites, diatomaceous earth, smectite, activated carbon, a nanoparticle or a combination of any of the foregoing. Methods include inhibiting the spoilage of food stuffs and preventing vibriosis in fish or shell fish.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for treating a body of water to kill microorganisms by enhancing the concentration metal ions therein.

Abstract: Strains of Chromobacterium sphagni sp. nov. are described which have insecticidal activity against insect larvae, in general, and lepidopteran insect larvae, in particular. A biocontrol agent containing one or more C. sphagni, media in which the C. sphagni, or both, and optionally a carrier are also described. Methods of killing insect larvae and methods of reducing insect populations in an area by applying to the area or an object an effective amount of the biocontrol agent are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a concentrated extract of algae, containing between 6 and 100% dry matter, to the production method thereof, and to the uses of same either alone or associated with another nutritional, biostimulating or phytosanitary technology, in particular to stimulate the emergence, growth, development and reproduction of plants and to prevent birds from eating seeds. The invention also relates to a method for applying the concentrated extract of algae of the invention, as well as to a seed coating with said extract.

Abstract: A system and method for breaking a sheet of frozen pizza into individual pieces for packaging is disclosed. In an embodiment, the frozen pizza sheet includes five individual pieces separated by frangible lines. The breaking process includes a first step, wherein two end pieces are broken off by a first breaking mechanism, and a second step, wherein two additional end pieces are broken off a remainder of the frozen pizza sheet by a second breaking mechanism arranged downstream of the first breaking mechanism. In preferred embodiments, each breaking mechanism includes multiple holding wheels and multiple camming wheel rotatably mounted on a common driven axle.

Abstract: A production system for moisture and texture detection and control in tortilla and tortilla chip production includes a production line, including a cooker/grinder, a sheeter/cutter, an oven, an equalizer, a fryer, and a cooler/packaging machine; and a production control unit, including a processor, non-transitory memory, an input/output component, a moisture controller, a temperature controller, a belt speed controller, a masa moisture sensor, a chip moisture sensor, laser sensors for measuring surface texture of baked and fried chips, a laser controller, a texture classifier, a feedback controller. Also disclosed is a method for production control, including controlling moisture content, measuring masa moisture, controlling oven, measuring baked surfaces, measuring fried surfaces, classifying baked surfaces, classifying fried surfaces, optimizing oven temperature, optimizing oven belt speed, storing and characterizing historical records.

Abstract: The present method is directed in one embodiment to a non-soluble, substantially white granular salt substitute for dough-based products. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product comprises a filling sealed within a pocket while in other embodiments, the dough-based product is not filled. In certain embodiments, the dough-based product is heated by baking, deep-frying or microwaving. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute of the present invention may be used in place of other large-particulate salts such as kosher salt for use on dough-based products. Certain non-dough-based products such as salted caramel ice cream, confections, as well as products utilizing a reduced-salt blend are also improved using the present invention. In certain embodiments, the salt substitute comprises white tapioca.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biscuit dough comprising: protein in an amount of at least 8 wt % by weight of the final biscuit; fiber in an amount of from 5 to 20 wt % by weight of the final biscuit; wherein the dough comprises native whey protein in an amount of at least 0.5 wt % by weight of the dough, and wherein the fiber comprises viscous soluble fibers and/or insoluble fibers.

Abstract: A container refrigeration apparatus includes a CA system which controls the composition of the air in the container. The CA system includes a gas supply device which supplies nitrogen-enriched air, an intake duct which guides outside air to a first space on a suction side of an interior fan, and an exhaust duct which guides air in a second space on the blowout side of the interior fan out of a container. The exhaust duct has an inlet at a location where the flow of the air blown from the interior fan is blocked by a fan housing.

Abstract: Disclosed are processes for reducing the cooked flavor, sulfur odor, and brown color of milk products that have been subjected to ultra-high temperature (UHT) sterilization via the UHT sterilization of certain milk fractions separately.

Abstract: Method for making yogurt or another fermented milk-based product comprising the steps of: adding to the milk an enzyme preparation based on transglutaminase at a concentration of 0.5-3 units per gram of protein contained in the milk, the transglutaminase being supported on vegetable fibres; homogenising the milk by forcing it through a gap afforded between a lower annular chamber (9) and an upper annular chamber (10) of a homogenising valve (1).

Abstract: A device for making Greek yogurt from traditional yogurt is disclosed. The device includes an outer bowl and an inner strainer that nests within and rotates relative to the outer bowl. At least a portion of the inner strainer is perforated. The device also includes a removable inner lid that that covers and seals the inner strainer when placed thereon. The inner lid rotates with the inner strainer when positioned thereon. The inner lid also includes a first engagement structure for engaging a corresponding second engagement structure of a drive assembly. The device also includes an outer lid that encloses the inner strainer and inner lid within the outer bowl when positioned thereon.