Abstract: A method for supplying heat energy and carbon dioxide for vegetables and/or algae production using exhaust gas. The method includes: 1) introducing the exhaust gas to a primary heat exchanger to conduct a first indirect heat exchange between the exhaust gas and air from a vegetable greenhouse and/or an algae culturing house, thereby providing hot air for the vegetable greenhouse and/or the algae culturing house; 2) introducing part of the exhaust gas after the first indirect heat exchange to a secondary heat exchanger to conduct a second indirect heat exchange between the exhaust gas and outdoor air; 3) introducing the exhaust gas to a CO2 pressure swing adsorption device, separating and pumping carbon dioxide to a carbon dioxide storage tank for storage; and 4) supplying the carbon dioxide to the vegetable greenhouse and/or a carbon-absorption tank of the algae culturing house.

Abstract: An improved method to produce artificial light for plant cultivation, an illumination device with a semiconductor light emission solution and device suited for plant cultivation in a greenhouse environment are described. The best mode is considered to be a lighting device with binary alloy quantum dots (110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160) made by colloidal methods to produce a size distribution of quantum dots that produces an emission spectrum similar to the photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) spectrum. The methods and arrangements allow more precise spectral tuning of the emission spectrum for lights used in plant (310, 311) cultivation. Therefore unexpected improvements in the photomorphogenetic control of plant growth, and further improvements in plant production are realized.

Abstract: A saw attachment for a vehicle. The saw attachment includes a wedge-shaped saw blade with teeth extending along sides of the saw blade. The saw attachment also includes a guard secured to the saw blade and extending in a non-coplanar direction from the saw blade. The saw attachment further includes a mounting assembly comprising a longitudinally-extending frame having first and second ends, with the first end pivotably secured to the saw blade, and a mounting plate pivotably secured to the second end of the frame, such that the mounting plate is operable to be removably secured to the vehicle. The saw attachment further includes an adjustable linkage connected to the mounting assembly and the guard, with the adjustable linkage being operable to selectively extend or retract so as to allow the saw blade to decline and incline, respectively.

Abstract: A process for harvesting organic material recovers sugars, proteins, aromatics, organic acids and mixtures thereof, from the sapwood of trees or recently pruned sections, e.g. branches. The process involves drilling entry and exit ports to access the sapwood layer and the use of spiles, driven into the ports, to create fluid tight seals for the tubing, which delivers and recovers the solution, which solubilizes the harvested organic material and flows through the sapwood layer. The close proximity of entry and exit ports permits the flow of a pressurized solution. The recovered pumped solution or products therefrom, if desired, can be used in a fermentation medium to prepare products, e.g. alcohol, fatty acids.

Abstract: A symbiotic aquaponic growth system is a system for growing plants. An aquaculture reservoir holds water and aquatic animals. Water and waste is transported to a filtering germination tray that serves to hold germinating seeds as well as to filter solid waste from the water. Plants are supported in a tubular growing member that rotates due to water flowing from the filtering germination tray onto the tubular growing member. The aquaculture reservoir, the filtering germination tray, and the tubular growing member are contained within an enclosure that may be closed via a lid and a shuttered door. Water is transported from the aquaculture reservoir to the filtering germination tray through a fluid distribution assembly. Water and nutrients are provided to plants in the tubular growing member by dipping the plant roots into the aquaculture reservoir as well by the water falling onto the plant roots from the filtering germination tray.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel cotton variety designated 15R551B2XF. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants, plant parts and derivatives of the cotton variety 15R551B2XF. Also provided by the invention are methods of using cotton variety 15R551B2XF and products derived therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing cotton plants by crossing the cotton variety 15R551B2XF with itself or another cotton variety and plants and seeds produced by such methods.

Abstract: A sunflower seed having imidazolinone resistance and an oleic acid content of greater than 85 percent is provided. Sunflower cultivars designated E83329, OI1601A, OI2653R, and OI1601B and having high oleic acid and imidazolinone resistance, plants and seeds of the E83329, OI1601A, OI2653R, and OI1601B sunflower cultivars, methods for producing a sunflower plant produced by crossing the E83329, OI1601A, OI2653R, or OI1601B cultivar with itself or with another sunflower plant, and hybrid sunflower seeds and plants produced by crossing the E83329, OI1601A, OI2653R, or OI1601B cultivar with another sunflower line or plant are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of the tomato variety designated Picus. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato variety Picus and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing a plant of tomato variety Picus with itself or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing, and also relates to parts of a plant of tomato variety Picus including the fruit and gametes of such plants. The invention also relates to tomato variety FDS 14-2081, and to seeds and plants produced by crossing a plant of tomato variety FDS 14-2081 with itself or another tomato plant. The present invention is also directed to tomato variety FDS 14-2090, and to seeds and plants produced by crossing a plant of tomato variety FDS 14-2090 with itself or another tomato plant.

Abstract: Compositions and methods related to transgenic AHAS-inhibiting herbicide resistant soybean plants are provided. Event 127 soybean plants having a mutated AHAS coding sequence which imparts tolerance to an AHAS-inhibiting herbicide are provided. The event 127 soybean plants having the event 127 nucleic acid molecule at the identified chromosomal location comprises genomic/transgene junctions having at least the nucleic acid sequence of SEQ ID NO:5 and/or 6. The characterization of the genomic insertion site of the event 127 provides for an enhanced breeding efficiency and enables the use of molecular markers to track the transgene insert in the breeding populations and progeny thereof. Various methods and compositions for the identification, detection, and use of the event 127 soybean plants are provided.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated IAA11BM, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line IAA11BM, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line IAA11BM with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line IAA11BM 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 IAA11BM, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line IAA11BM and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated OOA20LY, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line OOA20LY, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line OOA20LY with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line OOA20LY 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 OOA20LY, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line OOA20LY and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated 5ABSM0035, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line 5ABSM0035, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line 5ABSM0035 with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line 5ABSM0035 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 5ABSM0035, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line 5ABSM0035 and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The invention provides oat seed and plants of the oat variety FL0720 that have resistance to crown rust. The invention further provides seed and plants of the oat variety FL0720 and progeny produced with at least one of these plants as a parent. The invention also relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of hybrid oat variety FL0720.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated X13526. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety X13526, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety X13526 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 X13526.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated X21325. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety X21325, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety X21325 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 X21325.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463523 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463523 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463523 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety AR1205108 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety AR1205108 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using AR1205108 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety AR1310229 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety AR1310229 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using AR1310229 in a breeding program.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 54062650 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 54062650, to the plants of soybean cultivar 54062650, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 54062650, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 54062650. 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 54062650. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 54062650, 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 54062650 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 57111348 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 57111348, to the plants of soybean cultivar 57111348, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 57111348, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 57111348. 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 57111348. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 57111348, 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 57111348 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 52030201 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 52030201, to the plants of soybean cultivar 52030201, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 52030201, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 52030201. 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 52030201. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 52030201, 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 52030201 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 54190212 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 54190212, to the plants of soybean cultivar 54190212, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 54190212, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 54190212. 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 54190212. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 54190212, 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 54190212 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH2TNV and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH2TNV with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH2TNV 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 PH2TNV or a locus conversion of PH2TNV with another maize variety.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1560868 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1560868 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1560868 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1561726 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1561726 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1561726 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1563225 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1563225 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1563225 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1460743 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1460743 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1460743 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463332 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463332 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463332 in a breeding program.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 60111034 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 60111034, to the plants of soybean cultivar 60111034, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 60111034, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 60111034. 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 60111034. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 60111034, 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 60111034 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated 5PACK85 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety 5PACK85, cells from soybean variety 5PACK85, plants of soybean 5PACK85, and plant parts of soybean variety 5PACK85. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety 5PACK85 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety 5PACK85, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety 5PACK85, and methods of characterizing soybean variety 5PACK85. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety 5PACK85 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated 5PALC58 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety 5PALC58, cells from soybean variety 5PALC58, plants of soybean 5PALC58, and plant parts of soybean variety 5PALC58. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety 5PALC58 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety 5PALC58, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety 5PALC58, and methods of characterizing soybean variety 5PALC58. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety 5PALC58 are further provided.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated 5PMTZ70 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety 5PMTZ70, cells from soybean variety 5PMTZ70, plants of soybean 5PMTZ70, and plant parts of soybean variety 5PMTZ70. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety 5PMTZ70 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety 5PMTZ70, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety 5PMTZ70, and methods of characterizing soybean variety 5PMTZ70. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety 5PMTZ70 are further provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Spinacia oleracea seed designated 51-150 RZ, which exhibits a combination of traits including very fast growing, an erect plant habit, smooth mature leaves, medium blade size and resistance to downy mildew (P. farinosa f. sp. spinaciae) races Pfs1 to Pfs15. The present invention also relates to a Spinacia oleracea plant produced by growing the 51-150 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the spinach cultivar, represented by spinach variety 51-150 RZ.

Abstract: New lettuce varieties designated ‘Mezquite’ and ‘Clouny’ are described. ‘Mezquite’ and ‘Clouny’ are lettuce varieties exhibiting stability and uniformity.

Abstract: This invention is related to a double grab, its rinsing cup and milking machine provided therewith, and the method for automatically applying test cups to the teats of an udder of an animal to be milked. The double grab according to the invention includes: —a first housing part provided with a first magnet designed to hold a first teat cup; —a second housing part, installed substantially in a horizontal plane next to the first housing part, provided with a second magnet designed to hold a second teat cup; —whereby each housing part is provided with separate pivoting means that can be activated and is designed to make the related housing part pivot around a pivoting axis which in use, extends substantially in a horizontal direction, substantially in a widthwise direction of the arm.

Abstract: Improvements in an exteriorly mounted cat litter station, called “Kitty Cat Can”, mounts on the exterior of a building to create a bump-out toilet for cats, which live indoors. It is installed against an opening through a wall so cats can go back and forth without leaving the house. A hinged roof slops with long eave extensions and covers the screened slots at the top of the outer container for water tightness. This seamless unit mounts, held by its own weight, onto an integrated horizontal ledger hook which has been installed on the exterior of a dwelling. Optional openings in the back provide flexibility upon installation. A secondary high-walled reusable container fits snuggly inside and is held in place by the removable passage sleeve. Liner and sleeve stay in place for routine litter raking, although if more aggressive cleaning is desired, the sleeve and liner lift out completely.

Abstract: The invention described herein is a vehicle-based feed distribution system comprising: a hopper assembly where a metal ball is located in a hopper outlet located at a bottom portion of a hopper, where an auger inside a horizontal dispensing tube is driven by an auger drive means that directs a feed mix from a hopper longitudinally down the horizontal dispensing tube extending out from the hopper outlet, and where a feed outlet at a distal end of the horizontal dispensing tube distributes the feed mix; where the hopper assembly is coupled to a tow vehicle, and where the tow vehicle controls the auger drive means to meter distribution of the feed mix.

Abstract: A feed mixer truck for mixing feed and for discharging mixed feed into an elongated feed bunk. The engine of the truck is mechanically connected to three hydraulic pumps which are hydraulically connected to a hydraulic motor for driving the drive wheels of the truck, which are hydraulically connected to a hydraulic motor for operating the feed mixer augers, and which are hydraulically connected to a hydraulic motor which operates a feed discharge assembly. A control is electrically connected to the motors to control the operation thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device and method of using the device for pet care. The device has a housing divided into two halves that may be fastened together to form a single item such as a ball. Each of the halves having an interior side, an exterior side and a circumferential edge that contains the locking means to removably fasten the halves together. One half of the device having a refillable liquid cavity with cap for holding liquid, a reusable sponge, massaging bristles extending through and beyond the reusable sponge on the interior side, and a liquid dispensing mechanism with one or more apertures for releasing the fluid into the reusable sponge. The other half is hollow and has a grooming surface and vents to allow the reusable sponge to dry when the device is fastened together. Methods of using the device are also provided.

Abstract: The motorized animal-grooming brush is adapted for use with animals. The motorized animal-grooming brush is a rotating brush that is driven by an electric drive that is separated in distance from the rotating brush. The motorized animal-grooming brush comprises a brush device, an electric drive, and a drive line. The electric drive provides a motive force through the drive line to the brush device. The brush device receives the motive force from the electric drive and uses this motive force to rotate the grooming brush. The separation by distance between the electric drive and the rotating brush reduces the level of noise heard by the animal.

Abstract: A pet toy with one or more treat holding receptacles is provided. A receptacle generally conforms to the outer surface or shape of the pet toy, and extends into the interior of the pet toy for holding a primary treat. The receptacle has a plurality of interior engaging surfaces that frictionally hold the primary treat in a desired orientation. An opening is formed through the receptacle for loading secondary treats into an interior of the pet toy. The primary treat has an exposed portion shaped and sized to provide a desired degree of difficulty for an animal to remove the primary treat from the corresponding receptacle. The portion of the primary treat in contact with the engaging surfaces of the receptacle forms a cap or closure, and when all or part of the primary treat is removed, the secondary treats may be dispensed through the opening of the receptacle.

Abstract: A tether apparatus for connecting a dog to a bike for running with the bike. The tether comprises a continuously flexible wand with a bow-like curvature in a vertical plane and an S-curvature in a horizontal plane. The wand is attached to a bike frame at front and mid-points, and a tail end is spaced to the rear and side of the bike. The tail end includes a short vertical harness connector hanging freely from the tail end for vertical attachment to a dog's collar or harness from above. A dog is accordingly tethered under the tail end of the wand, spaced to the rear and side of the bike, with the flexible wand absorbing shock and load when the dog's position and speed differ relative to the bike.

Abstract: Improvements in a retractable Snap-On Leash is disclosed. The Snap-on Leash is always on the collar and can be used on nearly any collar that is available in the market place. This further allows the retractable snap-on leash to be removed and placed on a different collar when as the animal grows and when the collar wears out or is damaged. The owner simply needs to locate the handle to extend the leash. A lanyard retainer, stop or lock can be incorporated to limit the extension length less than the length of the leash spooled in the housing. The retracting mechanism allows the leash to be retracted automatically at the end of a walk or as the dog changes distance from the owner. The handle conforms to the shape of the housing to minimize a surface that can catch on anything that the dog might encounter.

Abstract: Apparatus and methodologies for inducing a non-steady state in an animal to determine the metabolic efficiency of the animal. According to at least some embodiments herein, apparatus and methodologies for non-invasive, rapid infrared thermography of animals induced into non-steady biological states can be used to determine the animals' metabolic efficiency.

Abstract: A look-up table is defined by at least one reference point, and rows and columns that are offset from the reference. The table rows and columns correspond to ordinate and abscissa data points representing geographic locations. Each data point offset in the table corresponds to a predefined geographic offset. The look-up table contains machine-stored values at each table location, with each value representing a particular one of several guidance zones. Each guidance zone is associated with behavioral guidance provided to an animal. Real-time determination of a current guidance zone is made by first determining present location. The corresponding table location is identified by calculating latitudinal and longitudinal offsets from a reference point, and using these offsets as the two indices to access a double-indexed array. The offsets are selectively subjected to a scalar conversion to accommodate large land areas while limiting the amount of memory required to store the table.

Abstract: Animal sustenance-dispensing stations described herein may be capable of supplying food or water to animals, of controlling electrical loads that prevent liquid sustenance freeze-up or overheating and other loads that help sanitize the sustenance, that illuminate the station, or that generate sounds; of acquiring and processing data from a variety of sensors both internal and external to the station, and of reporting both raw and processed data. They may also be capable of wirelessly communicating with other stations, or with non-station devices over wireless communication networks to facilitate reporting of sensor and other data, and to support configuration of station controller operational and reporting behavior. Station configurations may facilitate monitoring of video and audio activity of nearby animals, tagged animals visiting the station, weather conditions in the station's vicinity, station food or water supply levels, and other parameters according to the sensors of a given embodiment.

Abstract: A method of enhancing the growth of an animal is provided. The method includes causing the animal to ingest or absorb an effective amount of one or more Fe III complex compounds, including but not limited to Fe III complexes comprising ligands bound to the iron center selected from amino acids or ?-hydroxy acids, o-hydroxy benzoic acids or pyridine-2-carboxylic acids, such as ferric quinate, ferric tyrosine, ferric DOPA and ferric phenylalanine. Compounds which are structural and/or functional variants, derivatives and/or analogs of the foregoing compounds, as further described herein are also disclosed.

Abstract: A fishing device which includes a tow boat, a noise generator, a Catamaran boat plate, a collection net assembly, a Catamaran, two rigid tow bars and a plurality of bent tubes. The collection net assembly includes an inlet net frame, a collection net, a rectangular outlet door and two blocking nets. The problems in conventional fishing methods: low fish catch and large manpower requirement which is not suitable for large scale fishing in fishing with fishhooks and small fishing nets, as well as failure to provide classification fishing for silver carp which in turn resulted in low fishing efficiency, low work efficiency and wasting of manpower in seine fishing, can be resolved effectively.

Abstract: A line roller includes a cylindrical guide member including a guide surface on an outer perimeter for guiding a fishing line, an axle bearing member rotatably supporting an inner perimeter surface of the guide member, and a support member supporting the axle bearing member. The axle bearing member includes an inner ring supported by the support member, an outer ring integrally rotatable with the guide member, a rolling body disposed between the inner ring and the outer ring, and a grease holding unit holding water-repellent grease between the inner ring and the outer ring.

Abstract: One object is to provide a fishing reel in which under a high load, a smooth rotation performance of the handle shaft and the pinion gear shaft can be maintained and the accuracy of the position to support the handle shaft and the pinion gear shaft can be ensured. The fishing reel of the present invention includes: a handle shaft rotatably provided on a frame; a drive gear provided on the handle shaft; a spool configured to be rotationally driven via a pinion gear meshing with the drive gear; a side plate fixed on the frame; and a support unit separate from the side plate, wherein the support unit includes a handle shaft support that supports a handle shaft, and a pinion gear shaft support that supports a pinion gear shaft of the pinion gear, and the support unit is removably fixed on the frame.