Abstract: Disclosed is a hand held implement for performing a multitude of tasks in a manner which could not previously be performed by a singular hand held implement. Some exemplary embodiments of the present invention comprise a handle, shovel, blade, hammer and prying member configured in an ideal manner. This ideal configuration provides a hand held implement in which the safety, functionality and efficiency of use is greater than was previously provided by the state of the art. A proximal end of the present invention preferably comprises a prying member. A distal end of the present invention preferably comprises a shovel. A forward portion of the present invention preferably comprises a blade disposed along said shovel and extending towards said proximal end. A rearward portion of the present invention preferably comprises a hammer disposed along said shovel.

Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus for shifting weight between a tractor and toolbar and between sections of the toolbar, for controlling operative height of a toolbar and sections of a toolbar and for folding a toolbar between a work position and a transport position. A ground engaging wheel and an actuator are coupled to the toolbar. In one embodiment, a fluid control system is responsive to a command signal to modify the actuator pressure such that the actuator pressure corresponds to a desired pressure.

Abstract: A lift and rotate style agricultural implement with forward folding wings is provided. The agricultural implement includes a center frame that may be operatively configured to be lifted and rotated approximately 90 degrees when switching between a field configuration and a transport configuration. Furthermore, the wings may include an inner portion and an outer portion, wherein the outer portion may be operatively configured to be rotated or pivoted approximately 180 degrees relative to the inner wing portion when switching between a field configuration and a transport configuration. The inner and outer wing portions may be connected by a hinge and the outer wing may be pivoted about the inner wing portion by a cylinder.

Abstract: A system and method that automatically monitors product use, such as the type and amount of agricultural and/or horticultural product stored in and dispensed from a cartridge over time and/or by geographic location. Monitored data are stored in memory such as a tag on the cartridge and may be transmitted to a server for storage, aggregation, and analysis. The cartridge may be authenticated before being authorized for use for the benefit of a current user in dispensing the product. The cartridge may be refilled after confirmation of authorization codes on the cartridge and refilling equipment tags. The cartridge may be calibrated automatically based on the bulk density or other parameter of the product in the cartridge. Data may be aggregated from a plurality of cartridges automatically. As-applied data from individual cartridges may be used to verify, independent of operator input, treated area coverage and product application rate.

Abstract: A process and system are provided for preparing seed mixes having a target quantity and a target ratio of different types of seeds. The process generally includes portioning quantities of different types of seeds from bulk supplies of the seeds, and combining the portioned quantities of seeds to prepare the seed mixes. The system generally includes first and second dispensing assemblies for portioning the quantities of the different types of seeds from the bulk supplies, and a mixing assembly for receiving the portioned quantities of seeds as the seed mixes. The combined quantities of the different types of seeds in the seed mixes are substantially equal to the target quantity, and a ratio of the quantities of the different types of seeds is substantially equal to the target ratio.

Abstract: The seed counting sensor (200) for pneumatic seeding machines comprises a detection chamber (210) within a house (204), said detection chamber allowing the seeds to pass through the sensor and having a center axis (211) extending in the flow direction of the seeds (102); a plurality of light sources (240) arranged within the house (204), outside the detection chamber (210), at predetermined distances from each other, said light sources being in a plane (P) extending substantially perpendicularly to said center axis of the sensor; a plurality of light detectors (250) arranged within the house (204), outside the detection chamber (210) at predetermined distances from each other, said light detectors being in the same plane (P) as the light sources, wherein the number of the light detectors equals to the number of the light sources, and a signal processing unit (502) for controlling operation of the light sources (240) and for processing the electronic signals produced by the light detectors (250).

Abstract: A meter roller for an agricultural metering system includes a flute and a recess positioned adjacent to one another along a circumferential axis of the meter roller. The flute and the recess are configured to meter flowable particulate material from a storage tank to a material distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. In addition, a first circumferential extent of the flute is at least 1.5 times greater than a second circumferential extent of the recess along an entire longitudinal extent of the flute and the recess, and the entire longitudinal extent of the flute and the recess is greater than the first circumferential extent of the flute and the second circumferential extent of the recess.

Abstract: A meter roller for an agricultural metering system includes multiple flutes and recesses. The flutes and recesses are arranged on one or more segments in one or more respective alternating patterns along a circumferential axis of the meter roller, and the flutes and recesses are configured to meter flowable particulate material from a storage tank to a material distribution system via rotation of the meter roller. In addition, each segment includes at least 12 flutes, each segment includes at least 12 recesses, and an aggregate volume of the recesses is between about 80,000 mm3 and about 84,000 mm3.

Abstract: A profile insert for a meter roller of an agricultural metering system includes a flute and a recess positioned adjacent to one another along a circumferential axis of the profile insert. The flute and the recess are configured to meter flowable particulate material from a storage tank to a material distribution system via rotation of the profile insert. The profile insert also includes at least one locking element configured to substantially block circumferential rotation of the profile insert relative to a spindle. In addition, the profile insert is configured to extend about only a portion of a circumference of the spindle.

Abstract: A meter roller for an agricultural metering system includes a spindle having a driven shaft, a first ring, and a second ring. The first ring and the second ring are rigidly coupled to the driven shaft, and the driven shaft is configured to engage a drive shaft to facilitate rotation of the spindle. The meter roller also includes a sealing ring longitudinally disposed between the first ring and the second ring. An outer diameter of the sealing ring is less than or equal to an outer diameter of the first ring and an outer diameter of the second ring, and the sealing ring is formed from a material having sufficient resilience to enable the sealing ring to stretch to facilitate disposition of the sealing ring between the first ring and the second ring.

Abstract: An agricultural machine (10) comprising a bearing frame (11) and a plurality of fertilizer distributor devices (20), comprising at least a fertilizer distributor (21) associated to a disc (22), where the distributor devices (20) are supported by a mounting (25) associated to the bearing frame (11) by means of a resilient organ (27), the resilient organ (27) being a bending bar.

Abstract: A method may include receiving map data descriptive of a plurality of zones located within a parcel of land and receiving information indicative of a plurality of reference coordinates or objects including at least a first and second reference coordinate or object located on the parcel, in which the first and second reference coordinate or object each has corresponding information for defining boundaries for a first workable zone and a second workable zone on the parcel associated therewith, respectively. The method may further include determining the boundaries of the first and second workable zones responsive to detection of at least the first and second reference coordinate or object, respectively. The method may also include receiving time-scheduling instructions for the first and second workable zones, and operating the robotic vehicle to remain within the first and second workable zones in response to the time-scheduling instructions.

Abstract: A method, system and apparatus for a modular multipurpose machine or vehicle, including a modular scalable frame with battery incorporated into on the scalable frame; a modular electric drive system; and modular attachments or components for configuring the machine or vehicle for a plurality of maintenance or transportation functions. The modular electric drive system includes a power train with respective drive units for each of the front and rear wheels, each drive unit includes a planetary gear, and servo motor for each of the front and rear wheels. The power train includes steerable or non-steerable wheel power units, housing the respective drive units, and including respective servo controllers for each of the front and rear wheels. The wheel power units are configured for single, double or triple wheel configurations.

Abstract: A method, apparatus and system for controlling positioning of an agricultural implement is disclosed. The agricultural implement is mounted on a propulsion unit having a positioning system. A position signal is received from a position sensor representing a position of the agricultural implement relative to the ground, and while a difference between the position and a desired position is greater than a threshold difference, a controller produces and transmits an output signal having a control state that alternates successively between an active time during which the output signal causes the positioning system to move the agricultural implement towards the desired position, and an inactive time during which the output signal causes the positioning system to discontinue movement. The respective times are based on a positioning response time and are operable to permit the agricultural implement to settle in a non-transient position during the inactive time while receiving the position signal.

Abstract: A lock proving system provides a positive indication when a locking mechanism has correctly latched a removable attachment to an agricultural machine, the attachment being a header for a combine harvester for example. The locking mechanism includes a locking element that is shiftable into a locking position in which, provided the attachment is mounted to the machine with the correct alignment, the locking element acts upon a lock proving mechanism that is mounted to the attachment. The lock proving mechanism delivers mechanical feedback to the machine, the action of which is detected by a sensing device mounted upon the machine.

Abstract: A lawn mower including a frame, a prime mover supported by the frame, a plurality of wheels rotatably coupled to the frame to support the frame for movement along the ground, and a cutting deck supported by the frame. The cutting deck has a discharge opening. The lawn mower also includes a cutting blade rotatably mounted below the cutting deck and driven by the prime mover. The cutting blade is rotatable within a cutting plane. The lawn mower further includes a blower supported by the cutting deck adjacent the discharge opening to draw cut vegetation from under the cutting deck and discharge the cut vegetation away from the cutting deck. The blower is obliquely angled relative to the cutting plane.

Abstract: An apparatus for treating plant diseases and infestations includes a closed receptacle configured to contain a plant and/or produce, and at least one ultraviolet light source mounted in the receptacle and configured to direct ultraviolet light at the plant. The receptacle is provided with latches and position sensors that prevent the ultraviolet source from being activated if the receptacle is open or is not securely supported on a surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for stimulating the resistance of plants to biotic stress by radiation exposure of at least one spot of a plant characterized in that the radiation exposure is performed by UV-C rays alone or UV-B rays alone or a combination thereof with an exposure duration being less or equal to one second and the radiation exposure being repeated at least once with an interval of time between one hour and one month. The invention will find an application for stimulating natural defenses of plants to biotic stress as pests, bacteria, fungus or virus. The invention could be used directly on plants growing in fields for agriculture and the food industry.

Abstract: A green wall that is designed to be utilized in warmer climates, such as subtropical and tropical climates, by utilizing hexagonal shaped modules for housing soil and vegetation. These hexagonal shaped modules overlap one another on a vertical structure (e.g., trellis) in such a manner as to shade underneath modules. Furthermore, these hexagonal shaped modules are slanted downward to aid in soil volume and thermal reduction as well as to keep roots cool and maximize water availability. The green wall additionally includes a water delivery system integrated with the modules, where excess water from module saturation percolates to the module immediately below. In this manner, green walls can be successful in warmer climates with greater soil volume and thermal reduction.

Abstract: Plant tray comprising a series of columns and/or sets of columns of plant pockets, wherein at least two of said columns and/or sets of columns are movably connected to each other, such that they can move relative to each other between at least a first position in which they are relatively close to each other, preferably abutting, and a second position, in which they are spaced apart further than in the first position.

Abstract: The present invention can provide an optimum sensory temperature and can increase productivity by a system having a variable fan provided in a vinyl greenhouse, receiving optimum temperature (A) and humidity (B), detecting internal temperature (A?) and humidity (B?), calculating temperature (A?) according to the humidity, and providing the temperature (A?) suitable for the humidity (B?) detected through an operational control of the variable fan.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing a landscape edging apparatus is disclosed. Here, the method can include providing a pre-fabricated mold having a simulated masonry or stone configuration, positioning a plurality of tubular members onto the mold, and disposing an oil-based material into the mold. The method can further include disposing a first layer of a first polymer-based material into the mold, disposing one or more of a rock, grout, or sand-based material into the mold, and disposing a second layer of a second polymer-based material into the mold. The method can then further include the steps of curing the first and second layers within the mold into the landscape edging apparatus.

Abstract: A modular structure to protect plants and bulbs from deer and other wild animals comprising of connectable vertical poles and open-ended circles placed horizontally through eyelets located on the vertical poles. Flexible mesh or netting is wrapped around the structure and attached on to specially designed hooks on one of the vertical poles. Modular and flexible design features makes it possible for the plant protection system to be extended, widened, slanted, and be modified to enclose plants on different types of surfaces and stages of growth. The open-ended circles and connectable vertical poles make it possible for the system to be built around a plant or be dismantled piece by piece without having to damage the plant or the enclosure.

Abstract: An agro-industrial process with minimal environmental impact, of the type having a step of cultivating vegetable and/or mushroom products, includes a step of harvesting the products, at least one step of thermo-mechanical treatment of the products in order to obtain intermediate products, and a step of packaging of a final stage of the intermediate products. The thermo-mechanical treatment step provides for a mechanical process of removing the unnecessary parts from the products so as to define waste. The waste, constituted exclusively by vegetable substances, is separated from the intermediate products, intended for the subsequent treatment and packaging steps, and sent into a biogas production unit. The digestate, constituted by the waste of the biogas production unit, is used as a fertilizer on the respective cultivation soil in a new step of cultivation of vegetable products.

Abstract: The present concept is a stump auger used for cutting and destroying a tree stumps, the stump auger includes a main shaft connected at a top end to a drive mechanism for turning the shaft about a vertical axis, wherein the main shaft is connected at a bottom end to a cone top such that the cone is part of the main shaft. The stump auger cone includes a spiral thread extending about the outer surface of the cone from the cone top to the cone bottom. The stump auger further includes at least two boring bars connected to the main shaft, each boring bar includes at least two third blades which include a blade edge on a front face for shaving, cutting and chipping the tree stump as the stump auger is rotated about the vertical axis and penetrates the tree stump.

Abstract: Disclosed is a device for maple sap harvesting, which includes an assembly of a tubular sleeve which is removably mounted inside a tubular section of a tap. The tubular sleeve may be molded from a food-grade, anti-bacterial material. The tubular sleeve is inserted into the tap before the tap is driven into a maple tree. When the tap is removed from the tree at the conclusion of the sap harvest period, the sleeve may be discarded. The next season, a new sleeve is placed in the tap, with the new sleeve containing no residual bacterial contamination from the previous season of use.

Abstract: A method of using a system to apply liquid over a selected area includes providing a source of liquid, a first tube for transporting liquid from the source through the system, a connector, a check valve and a spray device. The connector includes a projection extending into the first tube. The projection has an inlet in fluid communication with the first tube. The connector further includes an outlet and a passageway in fluid communication with the inlet of the projection and the outlet of the connector. The check valve has an inlet in fluid communication with the outlet of the connector and an outlet. The check valve is operable to permit the passage of liquid from the inlet to the outlet upon pressurization of the liquid above a threshold pressurization level.

Abstract: An illustrative embodiment of a grow board may include an outer member that may be engaged with an inner member such that a grow media may be positioned therebetween, secured, and/or tightened by the engagement between the inner and outer members. The outer member may have one or more slots formed therein to allow a plant to grow from the grow media through the slots, wherein the root of the plant may be positioned adjacent the inner member. The inner member may be configured with risers along the periphery and interior to provide a sufficient gap between stacked grow boards to allow for improved penetration of light and air into the seeded and stacked grow boards to aid in seed germination.

Abstract: Seed treatments to enhance breeding methods are provided. Methods to increase yield by selectively applying seed treatments to breeding parental lines are provided. Variety responses to seed treatments are useful to provide an integrated, seed treatment, genetics, and traits combination to growers, chosen for a particular geographic location.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to new lettuce variety of NUN 09131 LTL as well as seeds and plants and heads or leaves thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463417 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463417 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463417 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463362 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463362 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463362 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1460745 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1460745 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1460745 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1460155 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1460155 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1460155 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1460258 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1460258 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1460258 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CW1410054 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CW1410054 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CW1410054 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CW1510064 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CW1510064 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CW1510064 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety BY1313402 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety BY1313402 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using BY1313402 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety KG1410770 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety KG1410770 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using KG1410770 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463812 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463812 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463812 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463761 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463761 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463761 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1463739 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1463739 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CL1463739 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety AR1215342 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety AR1215342 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using AR1215342 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety AR1215867-1 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety AR1215867-1 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using AR1215867-1 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety AR1215867-2 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety AR1215867-2 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using AR1215867-2 in a breeding program.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for reducing the level of nornicotine and N?-nitrosonornicotine (NNN) in tobacco plants and plant parts thereof are provided. The compositions comprise isolated polynucleotides and polypeptides for a root-specific nicotine demethylases, CYP82E10, and variants thereof, that are involved in the metabolic conversion of nicotine to nornicotine in these plants. Compositions of the invention also include tobacco plants, or plant parts thereof, comprising a mutation in a gene encoding a CYP82E10 nicotine demethylase, wherein the mutation results in reduced expression or function of the CYP82E10 nicotine demethylase. Seed of these tobacco plants, or progeny thereof, and tobacco products prepared from the tobacco plants of the invention, or from plant parts or progeny thereof, are also provided. Methods for reducing the level of nornicotine, or reducing the rate of conversion of nicotine to nornicotine, in a tobacco plant, or plant part thereof are also provided.

Abstract: The invention pertains to spinach plants comprising a gene or locus which leads to a broad spectrum resistance to Peronospora farinosa f sp. spinaciae (Pfs). The invention also relates to progeny of said spinach plants, to propagation material of said spinach plants, to a cell of said spinach plants, to seed of said spinach plants, and to harvested leaves of said spinach plants. This invention further relates to use of said spinach plants in breeding to confer resistance against Peronospora farinosa f. sp. spinaciae.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to new lettuce variety of NUN 05379 LTL as well as seeds and plants and heads or leaves thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to new lettuce variety of NUN 00162 LTL as well as seeds and plants and heads or leaves thereof

Abstract: The disclosure relates to new lettuce variety of NUN 09102 LTL as well as seeds and plants and heads or leaves thereof.