Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X08H824 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 X08H824 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X08H824 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X08H824, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X08H824. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X08H824.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X13H898 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 X13H898 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X13H898 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X13H898, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X13H898. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X13H898.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X05H214 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 X05H214 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X05H214 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X05H214, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X05H214. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X05H214.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X08H806 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 X08H806 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X08H806 through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. This invention relates to the maize variety X08H806, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X08H806. This invention further relates to methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X08H806.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH867519. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH867519, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH867519 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH867519.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01058730. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01058730. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01058730 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01058730 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01051877. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01051877. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01051877 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01051877 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the soybean variety designated 01058565. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the soybean variety 01058565. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the soybean variety 01058565 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing soybean plants by crossing the soybean variety 01058565 with itself or another soybean variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1360664 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1360664 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1360664 in a breeding program.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH2SMS and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH2SMS with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH2SMS through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are provided. Hybrid maize seed, plants or plant parts are produced by crossing the variety PH2SMS or a locus conversion of PH2SMS with another maize variety.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 41-187 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including resistance against downy mildew (Bremia lactucae) races Bl:1 to Bl:17, Bl:21, Bl:23 and Ca-I to Ca-VI, currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri) biotype Nr:0, lettuce mosaic virus (LMV), and corky root rot (Sphingomonas suberifaciens), as well as having a reduced wound-induced surface discoloration. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 41-187 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 41-187 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 41-342 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including resistance to downy mildew (Bremia lactucae) races Bl:1 to Bl:12, Bl:17, Bl:18, Bl:22, Bl:24, Bl:25, Bl:28-Bl:30, resistance to currant-lettuce aphid (Nasonovia ribisnigri) biotype Nr:0, resistance to Lettuce Mosaic Virus (LMV) race LMV:1, as well as very thick mature leaves and a small head size. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 41-342 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 41-342 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention concerns an electronic device, particularly for detecting and control the environment of an animal housing, such as a cage, thus being able to automatically detect and control animal's immediate environment. Furthermore, the present invention also concerns a system comprising such device or a plurality of devices, and a method for automatic detection of cage condition and presence. The device, the system and the method according to the present invention allow to detect the presence and several parameters of the cage environment without interfering with the inside of the cage.

Abstract: An animal watering valve preferably includes a valve body, a valve stem, a retention plug, a stem o-ring and a compression spring. A valve bore is formed in the one end of the valve body to receive the valve stem. A plug bore is formed in the opposing end of the valve body. The valve stem preferably includes a sealing base, an actuation end, a plug end and a spring flange. An o-ring groove is formed in the sealing base to receive the stem o-ring. The retention plug preferably includes a threaded portion, a rotation flange and a stem portion. A stem bore is formed through the retention plug. The stem bore is sized to loosely receive the plug end of the valve stem. The plug end is inserted into the compression spring. The retention plug is threaded into the plug bore to retain the valve stem.

Abstract: A pet grooming tool formed with an elongated handle extending generally along a longitudinal axis thereof. A blade assembly pivotably connected to the guiding portions and formed with a blade and connecting arms extending outwardly on both sides of the blade. A pivotal arrangement provides pivotal motion of the blade assembly relative the handle. Upon pivotal motion of the connecting arms within the pivotal arrangement, while the connecting arms movably engage the guiding portions, the generated forces acting against ends of the arms act to return the connecting arms and the blade to their initial position along a longitudinal axis of the device.

Abstract: A pet toy includes a handle, a wire composed of a metallic material, a wire attachment apparatus coupled with a first end of the wire, an attachment mechanism coupled to a second end of the wire and structured to releasably couple to an object, and a telescoping pole having a first end coupled to the handle and a second end coupled to the wire attachment apparatus.

Abstract: A pet toy includes a flexible pocket having a proximal end opposite a distal end. A single opening is formed at the proximal end, where the single opening leads to an inner chamber closed at the distal end. A rope pet toy body includes a prolongated end which is partially disposed within the single opening of the pocket allowing a first portion of the pocket along the proximal end to overlay a second portion of the prolongated end. A cylindrically-shaped, heat shrinkable film is disposed over both the first portion of the proximal end of the single opening and the second portion of the prolongated end. The heat shrinkable film has been heated and shrunk fit onto both the proximal end of the pocket and the prolongated end of the rope pet toy body thereby joining the pocket to the rope pet toy body.

Abstract: A pet leash is provided. The pet leash includes a housing with a handle formed thereon, a turntable rotationally disposed in the housing, and a hauling rope coiled on the turntable. The housing is provided with a rope hole for leading out the hauling rope, and the handle is provided with a button exposed out of the housing. A user can quickly restrain a pet from running away simply by pressing the button on the leash. The pet would therefore be kept within a controllable range from the user to avoid an accident. Moreover, the user can lock the leash in that state by moving a push button disposed inside the button, and then release the leash from the locked state by moving the push button in the opposite direction.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, which comprises a first bar and a second bar. Each of the first bar and the second bar comprise a first end, a second end, five substantially straight portions, and two lifting flanges. Each of the five substantially straight portions of each bar is coupled to an adjacent substantially straight portion via a curved portion that defines a radius of curvature.

Abstract: An apparatus for dividing an aquarium into a plurality of compartments includes retainer assemblies and a divider. The retainer assemblies each have a retainer member and a base member, and the base member is removably attachable to the aquarium. The divider is positionable between retainer assemblies and has at least one opening allowing for fluid communication between compartments. A method for dividing an aquarium into compartments includes affixing retainer assemblies to locations in the aquarium, positioning a divider between the retainer assemblies, and connecting the divider to the retainer assemblies.

Abstract: An aquarium filter consists of a housing with three filter elements including a coarse filter, a fine filter and a porous substrate. A pump provides for the flow of water through the filter, so that only part of the flow passes through the porous substrate.

Abstract: According to the principles of the present invention a combination sinker and bait stabilizer for a fishing hook is provided. The device is intended for use with a fishing hook having a curved shaft and a sharp tip extending from the curved shaft. The device includes an attachment portion including an eye adapted for receiving the curved shaft through the sharp tip and for lying on the curved shaft. The device further includes first and second capture members attached to the attachment portion and spaced apart from each other, the first and second capture members lying in a plane lateral to the plane of the fishing hook and extending upwardly to be inserted into a portion of a soft bait to maintain the soft bait laterally to the fishing hook.

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: The various embodiments provide for a fishing lure configured to allow a fisherman to quickly change the body of the fishing lure without having to cut the line. In the various embodiments, the fishing lure may include two sides configured to fit around a center piece tied to a fishing line, whereby a fisherman may quickly changes the sides of the fishing lure by separating the sides from the center piece and assembling two other sides to the center piece. In further embodiments, the center piece may be positioned on the interior of the sides such that a portion of the fishing line is hidden within the fishing lure, thereby improving the fishing lure's presentation by attaching the fishing line to the fishing lure internally instead of to an external protrusion (e.g., a snap swivel) on conventional fishing lures.

Abstract: An improved line cutter for fishing rods is provided, comprising a reel seat having a base, wherein the base includes a trigger extending from the base. A slot is formed into the trigger, wherein the slot is adapted to accept a portion of fishing line. A blade with a cutting edge is positioned within the slot, and the cutting edge is exposed to cut the fishing line when the fishing line is pressed against the blade. An alternative design is also provided wherein the trigger is removable from the reel seat base. In the removable trigger, the entire trigger and blade assembly may be replaced, or a blade pocket inside the trigger permits retention and replacement of the blade alone.

Abstract: A container for animals or objects in a liquid is disclosed. The container comprises a cylinder capped by two removable lids and a floating basket. When one of the lids is removed, the liquid may be drained and refreshed without either the basket or the contained animals or objects falling out. When the other lid is removed, the basket floats above the liquid and carries the animals or objects out of the liquid where they can be easily removed by a user. The container is useful to anglers who use live minnows as bait, but may be useful in several other applications.

Abstract: Apparatuses, methods, and systems are provided for making the harvesting of sea life efficient. For example, real-time or periodic information about the status of the many traps a fisherman may have set is communicated to the fisherman while the traps are still in the water. A fisherman can use this information to determine the best time and path for trap retrieval and reset operations to reduce fuel use and improve the catch efficiency per unit effort.

Abstract: A fluid spray apparatus includes an inlet and first and second outlets. A first actuator may communicate the inlet with at least one of the outlets. A second actuator also may communicate the inlet with at least one of the outlets. A passage network of the fluid spray apparatus communicates the first and second actuators with the first and second outlets. A diverter structure is disposed in the passage network. The diverter structure includes a first diverter structure arrangement. In the first diverter structure arrangement, the first actuator communicates the inlet with the first outlet and the second actuator communicates the inlet with the second outlet. The diverter structure also includes a second diverter structure arrangement. In the second diverter structure arrangement, the first actuator communicates the inlet with the second outlet and the second actuator communicates the inlet with the first outlet.

Abstract: A trap for capturing a plurality of animals is provided. The trap can comprise an enclosure having an opening through which the at least one animal can pass to enter the enclosure. A gate, movable between an open position and a closed position, is positioned therein the at least one opening and can be selectively moved from the open position to the closed position when desired. Methods are also provided for capturing at least one animal by providing a trap with a gate, positioning the gate in an open position, monitoring the trap until at least one animal has entered the trap, and remotely triggering the gate to move from the open position to a closed position.

Abstract: Swimming decoy assemblies include a motor, at least one decoy actuating arm drivingly engaged for rotation by the motor and at least one decoy attached to the decoy actuating arm. Swimming decoy systems are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods and systems of maintaining, evaluating, and providing therapy to a lung ex vivo. The methods and systems involve positioning the lung in an ex vivo perfusion circuit; circulating a perfusion fluid through the lung, the fluid entering the lung through a pulmonary artery interface and leaving the lung through a left atrial interface; and ventilating the lung by flowing a ventilation gas through a tracheal interface. Maintaining the lung for extended periods involves causing the lung to rebreath a captive volume of air, and reaching an equilibrium state between the perfusion fluid and the ventilation gas. Evaluating the gas exchange capability of the lung involves deoxygenating the perfusion fluid and measuring a time taken to reoxygenate the perfusion fluid by ventilating the lung with an oxygenation gas.

Abstract: Subject matter of the present invention is an emulsifiable concentrate comprising a water-insoluble pesticide, a) an alkyl lactate, b) an amide of the formula (I), and c) a diester of the formula (II) as defined below. The invention further relates to a process for the preparation of said concentrate; an emulsion obtainable by mixing water, a water-insoluble pesticide, the components a), b) and c); and to a method for controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired vegetation and/or undesired attack by insects or mites and/or for regulating the growth of plants, where the concentrate or the emulsion is allowed to act on the respective pests, their environment or on the crop plants to be protected from the respective pests, on the soil and/or on undesired plants and/or on the crop plants and/or their environment.

Abstract: An insect control sheet containing a Cry polyhedron prepared by fixing an insecticidal protein (a Cry toxin) produced by Bacillus thuringiensis to a polyhedron of polyhedrin protein is provided. The insect control sheet contains the Cry polyhedron and is used by floating on water. The insect control sheet is floatable on water, and includes a pure matrix layer 20 and a toxin-containing matrix layer 30 containing the Cry polyhedron 51 which are layered on the underside of a sheet-shaped first sheet substrate 10. The pure matrix layer 20 is composed of a degradable or water-soluble second material and the toxin-containing matrix layer 30 is composed of a degradable or water-soluble third material and the Cry polyhedron. The toxin-containing matrix layer sustainably releases the Cry polyhedron to the water on which the insect control sheet is floated.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising a pesticide, a surfactant and an alkoxylate. Moreover, the invention relates to a concentrate comprising the surfactant and the alkoxylate; and to a process for preparing the composition by bringing into contact the concentrate and a pesticide; or by bringing into contact the pesticide, the surfactant and the alkoxylate; and to the use of the surfactant by addition to a mixture comprising the pesticide and the alkoxylate. The invention furthermore relates to a method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired vegetation and/or undesired insect or mite attack and/or for regulating the growth of plants, wherein the composition is allowed to act on the respective pests, their environment or the plants to be protected from the respective pest, on the soil and/or on undesirable plants and/or the crop plants and/or their environment. Furthermore, the invention relates to seed comprising the composition.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a heme-haloperoxidase and an amino alcohol effective for killing or inhibiting the growth of pathogenic microorganisms in the presence of a peroxide and halide and methods of use are provided.

Abstract: An amide compound represented by formula (I): [wherein A represents a 3- to 7-membered saturated heterocyclic ring which contains, as ring-forming component(s), one or more atoms or groups selected from the group consisting of an oxygen atom and —S(O)t—, t represents 0, etc., R1 and R2 are the same or different and represent a hydrogen atom, etc., n represents 0, etc., the following formula (II): represents a 5-membered aromatic ring, in which Z represents a nitrogen atom or a carbon atom and X1, X2 and X3 are the same or different and represent a nitrogen atom, etc., R3 and R4 are the same or different and represent a hydrogen atom, etc., m represents 0 to 2, Q represents one group selected from group A or a C1 to C8 chain hydrocarbon group optionally having one group selected from group A, Y represents an oxygen atom, etc., u represents 0, etc., and v represents 0, etc.] has excellent arthropod pest controlling effects.

Abstract: An agricultural or horticultural chemical according to the present invention is an agricultural or horticultural chemical containing a plurality of active ingredients, the agricultural or horticultural chemical comprises, as one of the active ingredients, an azole derivative represented by general formula (I) below, and can be used as a plant disease controlling agent that can reduce the content of an active ingredient, (In the general formula, R1 represents an alkyl group having from 1 to 6 carbons, R2 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having from 1 to 3 carbons, an alkenyl group or an alkynyl group having from 2 to 3 carbons, A represents a nitrogen atom or a methine group, Y1 represents a halogen atom, and n represents either 0 or 1).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the use of at least one 3-isoxazolidone herbicide selected from the group consisting of 2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)methyl-4,4-dimethyl-3-isoxazolidone and 2-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)methyl-4,4-dimethyl-3-isoxazolidone as a selective herbicide in a grass or brassica crop selected from the group consisting of corn, rice, sorghum, barley, rye, and canola.

Abstract: To provide a high active herbicidal composition to control undesired plants represented by weeds to be controlled. A herbicidal composition comprising tiafenacil or its salt and flazasulfuron or its salt.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to certain antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal or antiviral compounds. More particularly, the invention relates to certain antimicrobial antibacterial, antifungal and/or antiviral compounds, their syntheses and compositions, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: A biocidal additive formulation comprises a silver containing glass particle, and a combination of at least two metal based compounds. A metal in each of the metal based compounds is selected from the group consisting of silver, copper, zinc, mercury, tin, lead, bismuth, barium, cadmium, chromium, titanium, and a combination thereof. Another biocidal additive formulation comprises a silver containing glass particle, ZnO, and Bi2O3. A glass substrate possessing a durable biocidal property and an article possessing a durable biocidal property are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent selected from the group consisting of Bacillus chitinosporus AQ746 (NRRL Accession No. B-21618), Bacillus mycoides AQ726 (NRRL Accession No. B-21664), Bacillus pumilus (NRRL Accession No. B-30087), Bacillus pumilus AQ717 (NRRL Accession No. B-21662), Bacillus sp. AQ175 (ATCC Accession No. 55608), Bacillus sp. AQ177 (ATCC Accession No. 55609), Bacillus sp. AQ178 (ATCC Accession No. 53522), Bacillus subtilis AQ743 (NRRL Accession No. B-21665), Bacillus subtilis AQ713 (NRRL Accession No. B-21661), Bacillus subtilis AQ153 (ATCC Accession No. 55614), Bacillus thuringiensis BD#32 (NRRL Accession No. B-21530), Bacillus thuringiensis AQ52 (NRRL Accession No. B-21619), Muscodor albus 620 (NRRL Accession No. 30547), Muscodor roseus A3-5 (NRRL Accession No. 30548), Rhodococcus globerulus AQ719 (NRRL Accession No. B-21663), Streptomyces galbus (NRRL Accession No. 30232), Streptomyces sp. (NRRL Accession No.

Abstract: Biologically pure cultures of Bacillus subtilis Maseca-1 strain were isolated from the pericarp of nixtamalized corn. The Bacillus Maseca-1 strain was characterized and found to produce peptides and/or other compounds that have antimicrobial activity. An extract prepared from the Bacillus Maseca-1 strain is active against microorganisms such as bacteria and mold and may be used as an agent to inhibit the growth of undesirable microorganisms and thereby prevent spoilage and extend the shelf life in foods.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for efficiently producing and delivering double stranded RNA (dsRNA) are provided. Vector constructs useful for in vitro and in vivo expression of dsRNA are described. Also described are cell expression systems for efficient and cost-effective production of dsRNA in living cells and methods and compositions for providing the expressed dsRNA to target organisms. The described compositions and methods can be used to produce RNA molecules for screening or other uses, and to amplify RNA sequences for analysis.

Abstract: A system, oven forming assembly, and method for proofing and cooking corrugated dough crusts are disclosed. The system may include: a forming assembly including at least one parallel cylinder separated by at least one parallel space; and at least one base opposing the at least one parallel cylinder. An oven forming assembly may include: an oven including a conveyor; and a forming assembly opposite the conveyor including a plurality of parallel cylinders and spaces in an alternating series. A method may include: positioning at least one dough piece in contact with a conveyor and with an opposing forming assembly; moving the at least one dough piece on the conveyor under the opposing forming assembly into an oven proofing the dough piece; and moving the at least one proofed dough piece on the conveyor under the opposing forming assembly through the oven at least partially baking the proofed dough piece.

Abstract: A mixing apparatus has a mixing container disposed in the upper part of the mixing apparatus, preferably standing on a frame, which is open towards the top. The mixing container includes a single-shaft agitator disposed in the lower part of the mixing apparatus. The agitator has a vertically disposed agitator shaft to which is fastened an agitating tool configured as a rotor body which is disposed in the mixing container just above the container base. The single-shaft agitator is a statorless agitator and the rotor body fastened to the agitator shaft is surrounded by an external free space between the rotor body and the container wall of the mixing container. The agitator shaft is adjustable in its spacing distance from the cylinder axis.

Abstract: A fish filleting mat is provided. In an implementation, an example fish filleting mat has a pattern of pegs on a working surface to grip and immobilize the fish during cleaning and filleting. The pegs hold the fish and also the byproducts of cleaning and filleting in place during cleaning and filleting, even when the fish filleting mat is tilted to drain liquids. The fish filleting mat, including pegs, may be made of materials that are easy to clean and stain-resistant, and which do not retain fish odors.

Abstract: A deveining system efficiently removes veins from shrimp while preserving the meat of the shrimp in both appearance and quantity. The deveining system comprises an endless deveining wall having outwardly-extending snagging tabs. Water flooding a deveining region creates a vacuum effect to pull exposed veins through openings formed by the snagging tabs, followed by separation of the body of the shrimp from the veins.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a beverage having excellent photodegradation resistance. More particularly, the present invention relates to a photodegradation resistant beverage comprising a fat-free milk solid content and fat content, the fat content comprising not less than 70% by mass vegetable fat and oil, and the vegetable fat and oil is selected from the group consisting of coconut oil, sunflower oil and a mixture thereof.

Abstract: A coffee composition or creamer composition comprising: a) instant coffee and/or a creamer; and b) confectionery particle comprising a chocolate and having a size of at least 1 mm.