Abstract: A Petunia plant designated KLEPH17342 is disclosed. Embodiments include seeds of Petunia KLEPH17342, plants of Petunia KLEPH17342, to plant parts of Petunia KLEPH17342, and methods for producing a Petunia plant produced by crossing Petunia KLEPH17342 with itself or with another Petunia variety. Embodiments also relate to Petunia varieties, breeding varieties, plant parts, and cells derived from Petunia KLEPH17342, methods for producing other Petunia lines or plant parts derived from Petunia KLEPH17342, and the Petunia plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. Embodiments further include hybrid Petunia seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing Petunia KLEPH17342 with another Petunia variety.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CA1153529 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CA1153529 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CA1153529 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinctive canola, designated G6667223H. Also included are seeds of canola G6667223H, to the plants, or plant parts, of canola G6667223H and to methods for producing a canola plant produced by crossing the canola G6667223H with itself or another canola genotype, and the creation of variants by mutagenesis or transformation of canola G6667223H.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a new and distinctive canola, designated CL6665383H. Also included are seeds of canola CL6665383H, to the plants, or plant parts, of canola CL6665383H and to methods for producing a canola plant produced by crossing the canola CL6665383H with itself or another canola genotype, and the creation of variants by mutagenesis or transformation of canola CL6665383H.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CA1154044 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CA1154044 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CA1154044 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CA1154240 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CA1154240 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CA1154240 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CA1153998 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CA1153998 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CA1153998 in a breeding program.

Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CA1154232 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CA1154232 and its seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny, and methods of using CA1154232 in a breeding program.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170023 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170023, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170023, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170023, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170023. 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 S170023. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170023, 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 S170023 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170026 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170026, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170026, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170026, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170026. 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 S170026. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170026, 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 S170026 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170028 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170028, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170028, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170028, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170028. 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 S170028. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170028, 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 S170028 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170027 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170027, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170027, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170027, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170027. 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 S170027. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170027, 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 S170027 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170030 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170030, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170030, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170030, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170030. 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 S170030. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170030, 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 S170030 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170029 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170029, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170029, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170029, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170029. 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 S170029. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170029, 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 S170029 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated S170034 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar S170034, to the plants of soybean cultivar S170034, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar S170034, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar S170034. 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 S170034. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar S170034, 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 S170034 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of pepper, NUN 89004 PPS as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of pepper, NUN 89006 PPS as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a new and distinct hybrid variety of pepper, NUN 89007 PPS as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions comprising novel endophytes capable of promoting germination endophytes that have a symbiotic relationship with plants. The present disclosure further provides methods of improving seed vitality, biotic and abiotic stress resistance, plant health and yield under both stressed and unstressed environmental conditions, comprising inoculating a seed with the novel endophyte strains and cultivating a plant therefrom.

Abstract: A method and system for preparing a distribution program for insects comprises obtaining distribution data of a wild population of insects; obtaining distribution parameters including distribution resolution levels of at least one available distribution vehicle; generating a population density map at a resolution level consistent with the distribution resolution level of the vehicle; generating a release map by modifying the population density map in accordance with the distribution parameters; and generating a path using the release map, the path defining dosages of insects to be released at respective locations along the path.

Abstract: An agricultural machine for transportation and distribution of bulk products, including a tank, which is mounted on a rolling chassis, which is provided with at least one sealable opening situated at the level of the bottom of the tank and which is equipped with at least one mobile device performing scraping of the bottom and favoring ejection of the product. An agricultural machine wherein the mobile device or each mobile device is mounted to rotate around a vertical shaft or axis, perpendicular relative to the plane of the bottom and including at least two separate radial arms, distributed around the axis and sweeping over substantially the entire surface of the bottom, wherein the thickness or the height of each arm relative to the bottom is smaller than the height of the lateral opening or of each lateral opening.

Abstract: To attach an ear tag (6, 10) to an ear (16) and to remove a sample (22) containing tissue of the ear therefrom, a mandrel (8), which is fastened to a mandrel region (6) of the ear tag, is brought by means of pliers (1) on a first movement path through the ear (16) into a hole (12) formed in a hole part (10) of the ear tag and anchored there, while the sample (22) is taken with the aid of a removal head (17) and is brought out of engagement with the hole (12) by interaction with the mandrel (8) with a movement component oriented transversely to the first movement path, before the mandrel (8) is anchored in said hole.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sampling cartridge comprising a sampling cartridge body. The sampling cartridge body includes a storage container holding region, at where a storage container is or is able to be located. It also includes a sample collector holding region at where a sample collector is or is able to be located. In use the body holds the sample collector and storage container in alignment with each other in a pre-sampling condition spaced apart with a sufficient gap to allow part of an item to be sampled to locate at said gap.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein include an intelligent health monitoring engine comprising: a processor; a memory; a communications interface to receive data from a remote intelligent health monitoring device; a non-transitory computer readable medium storing machine readable instructions that, when executed by the processor, cause the intelligent health monitoring engine to: acquire temperature data associated with an animal based on one or more temperature measures obtained by remote intelligent health monitoring device; determine whether the temperature data acquired satisfies a health condition criteria; identify a treatment modality to be delivered to the animal to treat a health condition if a health condition criteria has been satisfied; identify a caregiver for the animal; generate a data representation for display on a remote computing device running an animal management application having a graphical user interface accessible to the identified caregiver, the data representation including identification

Abstract: A pet grooming device forms a chamber with a base, two end panels connected to and extending upwardly from the base, and a rear wall. A front wall is hinged at a bottom edge and can be pivoted into a position where the front wall is opposite the rear wall forming an enclosure open only at the top. The front wall can be lowered to form a grooming and drying area bounded by the base, rear wall, and end panels and which is open along a front side. Two tethers each include a strap with an adjustable length. The straps are connected to a chamber end panel at one end, and have a hook at an opposite end. The tether hooks are connectable to opposite ends of a pet to limit movement of the pet within the chamber.

Abstract: A form fit therapy boot along with methods of fabricating the boot for animals (including zoo animals, domestic animals and farm animals)to treat foot and/or hoof injuries is described. Embodiments of the boot permit the maintenance of a clean, reasonably sterile environment surrounding a wound or infection.

Abstract: An elastic dog harness has a vertical back strap crossing the axis line and a belly strap surrounding the chest of the dog vertically on the side opposite the back strap, a chest strap part holding a moving frame on both sides of the axis line extending between the back strap and the moving frame, surrounding a portion of the moving frame, a chest strap part crossing the chest bone threaded through the moving frame on the side opposite the held portion, the chest strap part crossing the chest bone and the chest strap parts holding the moving frame together form a chest strap surrounding the neck and/or chest of a dog, where the chest strap part holding the moving frame has at least one elastic element on both sides of the axis line, stretching at least partially, the maximum stretching of which is determined by a stretching limiting element.

Abstract: An extensible leash for pets comprises a shell (1, 101) provided with a handle (1, 102), a cable-winding roll (3, 103) provided with a cable (6, 22) with an end integral with the roll (3, 103) and a free end external to the shell (1, 101). The roll (3, 103) is rotatable around a rotation axis as a result of the action of a spiral-shaped spring (5, 105) Means for locking/unlocking the roll are provided with a control mechanism operated by a first lever (2, 106) to be operated by the palm of the hand to move from an unlocking position to rotate to a locking position of the roll (3, 103). The first lever (2, 106) is associated with a bi-stable locking device (11, 107) adapted to hold the first lever locked in the two positions and to allow it to move from the locking position to the unlocking position.

Abstract: A milk analyser system is provided for detecting the presence of a biomarker, the system comprising: a colorimetric sensor which is arranged to change colour in the presence of a biomarker to be detected; and an optically transparent container which contains the sensor, the container being openable in use to allow milk received by the system to pass over the sensor in order to provide an indication of the biomarker in the milk, any change in colour in the sensor being detectable by viewing the sensor through the container.

Abstract: The description relates to the discovery that the use of a bypass device for enabling bees to better survive winter in a hive containing a plurality of honey combs containing honey. In one aspect the device provides a passageway formed of two parallel planar surfaces defining an opening through a honey comb or support. The structural element is used in a bee hive to define a passage communicating from one face of a honey comb to an opposed face to better enable bees to survive winter on a limited supply of honey.

Abstract: Provided are physico-chemical processes for continuous and simultaneous water disinfection, oxidation of off flavor agents, minimization of trihalomethane (THM) production, reduction of nitrate and nitrite production and oxidation of ammonia so as to remove nitrogen species, in saline (for example, seawater) based aquaculture systems. The aquaculture system may be any handling/storage/transport system, for example, recirculated aquaculture systems (RAS), for fish or other aquaculture species.

Abstract: Non-human animals and offspring thereof comprising at least one modified chromosomal sequence in a gene encoding a CD163 protein are provided. Animal cells that contain such modified chromosomal sequences are also provided. The animals and cells have increased resistance to pathogens, including porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus (PRRSV). The animals and offspring have chromosomal modifications of a CD163 gene. The invention further relates to methods of breeding to create pathogen-resistant animals and populations of animals made using such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to genetically modified non-human animals expressing human polypeptides and their methods of use.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides, in some aspects, a humanized mouse (NSG™-SGM3), engrafted with CD34+ hematopoietic progenitor cells and human metastatic melanoma cells, which surprisingly promotes secondary metastatic colonization, modeling the interplay between human tumors and the human immune system, and thus enabling mechanistic and pre-clinical studies for the development of novel treatment strategies targeting human-specific molecular pathways controlling melanoma dissemination.

Abstract: A transgenic avian containing in its genome an exogenous nucleotide sequence which includes a promoter component and a vector with reduced promoter interference wherein the exogenous nucleotide sequence is integrated into the genome and the avian.

Abstract: A hood like device designed to hold a bait fish while being pulled/trolled through the water imitating a swimming fish. The hood consisting of a weighted spoonbill at the front, attached to a cylinder shaped body in the center and a hallow cone shaped body with the large end facing the rear. An opening from the rear allows line to pass from the rear to the front. The hood is to keep the bait fish in a stable manor and swimming naturally. The line and hook which are separate are there to hold the bait fish in the hood and the hooks catch the fish.

Abstract: A bait sleeve for securing a bait therein is disclosed. The bait sleeve includes a sleeve including a first end, and a second stretchable end opposite the first end. The second stretchable end defines an opening into the sleeve, wherein the second stretchable end is stretchable between an open state to receive the bait within the sleeve and a substantially closed state to secure the bait within the sleeve. The bait sleeve also includes a shape-defining frame connected to the sleeve, the shape-defining frame extending between the first end and the second stretchable end. The bait sleeve also includes at least one fishing hook. Advantageously, the frame prevents excessive compression of the bait by the sleeve.

Abstract: A drag assembly is provided for a spinning fishing reel. The drag assembly includes a collar engaged with a mainshaft of a reel. The collar is fixed to the mainshaft for rotational movement with the mainshaft, but is fixed with respect to a housing against longitudinal movement with the mainshaft. The mainshaft is thereby free to oscillate longitudinally through the collar. A brake mechanism is also provided for selective engagement with the collar. The brake mechanism includes a brake surface. The brake surface makes selective contact with the collar to create a selective frictional force against rotation of the collar, and thereby against rotation of the mainshaft. An adjustment mechanism is also engaged with the brake mechanism. The adjustment mechanism causes more or less force to be applied to the brake mechanism, creating greater or lesser frictional force between the brake surface and the collar.

Abstract: A crushable fishing weight can include a body fashioned from malleable metal having a plurality of channels. In at least some embodiments, the body is cylindrical and the channels run parallel to the longest axis of the cylindrical body. In some embodiments, a hanger apparatus with a hanger eye occupies one of the channels. A lure assembly can be affixed to the hanger, and incoming line to which the lure is to be attached is fed through the plurality of channels. When the weight is crushed, the friction from the channels against the line holds the line in place, thus affixing a weight and lure system to the incoming line without additional knots.

Abstract: A fishing tool may be used for securing a trailer hook or other lure item onto a bait hook. The tool includes a handle with a mounting end positioned therein, wherein the mounting end includes an installation hole that extends through the handle. There is additionally a recessed seat in the hole and around the perimeter of the hole. A plastic disc has an outside diameter that corresponds to the diameter of the installation hole.

Abstract: The shortcomings of the prior art are overcome and additional advantages are provided through a method for treatment of a crack in the wall of a hoof of an animal having hooves which includes providing at least first and second L-shaped brackets each having a generally planar base side and a substantially planar first flange disposed in substantially perpendicular relationship to said generally planar base followed by securing said first L-shaped bracket to the hoof of a hooved animal on one side of a quarter crack with the substantially planar first flange thereof facing the quarter crack; and securing said second L-shaped bracket to the hoof of the animal on one side of a quarter crack with the substantially planar first flange facing the quarter crack and in opposed relationship with respect to the substantially planar first flange of said first L-shaped clamp; and biasing said first and second flanges together to facilitate healing.

Abstract: A stackable creature control member, a stacked assembly of creature control members and mounting assemblies for mounting in an operating position the stackable creature control member and/or the stacked assembly of creature control members. The stackable creature control member has a creature control substance applied over a planar or a non-planar surface. i.e., a surface having a plurality of points each of which has a different z-axis coordinate. The stackable feature of the creature control members allows the creature control members to be stacked for packing, shipping and/or use. The stackable assembly allows an individual to readily separate one creature control member from a directly adjacent creature control member without any liner or other separating member being present between adjacent creature control members.

Abstract: A refill kit for a device to dispense an air treatment chemical includes a substrate supported on a frame. The substrate is in the form of a puck, and includes sand, a binder, and an air treatment chemical. A candle is also provided, which is suitable to heat the substrate.

Abstract: A fly swatter (10) with a hitting grid (16) and a stem (14), whereby the hitting grid (16) is joint to the stem (14) by means of a joint; the hitting grid (16) is rotatable against the force of a spring (36) from a relaxed position about an axis which lies in the plane of the hitting grid (16) and runs perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the stem (14); the hitting grid (16) is lockable in a pre-loaded position with a locking device, and the locking mechanism of the locking device (34) is releasable by way of a trigger (20), is characterized in that the joint with the turning axis of the hitting grid is assembled between the stem and the hitting grid (16); the locking device (34) is assembled remote to the trigger (20); and a string, a wire or different means of transmission (32) are provided, which transfer a triggering force from the trigger (20) onto the locking device (34).

Abstract: The present invention is for treestands for wildlife observation that reduce noise generation when used and are lighter thereby easing transport and installation.

Abstract: A waterfowl decoy animation device comprising a frame having a first elongated frame member and a second elongated frame member configured in a cruciform configuration, a first pulley wheel rotatably attached to a first end of the first frame member, a second pulley wheel rotatably attached to a second end of the first frame member, a third pulley wheel rotatably attached to a first end of the second frame member, and a fourth pulley wheel rotatably attached to a second end of the second frame member; a drive motor operatively associated with one of the pulley wheels; a drive belt around the pulley wheels; an electric source operatively associated with the drive motor; and at least one waterfowl decoy attached to the drive belt.

Abstract: Methods and devices for lyo-processing biological materials are provided. The methods include submerging the biological molecules or cells in a buffer solution comprising trehalose, withdrawing the biological molecules or cells from the buffer solution in an environment that does not include oxygen to generate lyo-stabilized biological molecules or cells, and storing the lyo-stabilized biological molecules or cells. The devices include a motor that lowers a horizontal member having a clamp for receiving a substrate toward a solvent reservoir and raises the horizontal member having the clamp up and away from the solvent reservoir.

Abstract: Provided herein, inter alia, are methods and compositions for resuscitating, storing, and preserving the functional integrity of organs and tissues at ambient temperatures for up to 24 hours. Metabolic function is maintained by sustaining ATP levels, mitochondrial function, prevention of edema, and by regulating calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium, and chloride ions.

Abstract: A device for support of an organ ex vivo comprises a chamber with a first engagement feature. A support structure includes a second engagement feature. The first and second engagement features may be engaged so that the chamber body is carried by the support structure for rotation. The chamber body comprises first and second chamber components. In a first orientation of the chamber body, the first chamber component provides support for a first surface of the organ, and the second chamber component is removable so that a second surface of the organ is exposed to manipulation from outside the chamber body. In a second orientation of the chamber body, the second chamber component provides support for the second surface of the organ, and the first chamber component is removable so that the first surface of the organ is exposed to manipulation from outside the chamber body.

Abstract: Red blood cell storage container includes: a container body made of a resin composition consisting of at least one of: polyolefin polymer, polyamide polymer, polyurethane polymer, polystyrene polymer, polybutadiene polymer, polyester polymer, fluoropolymer, polycarbonate polymer, polyacrylic polymer, and polysulfone polymer; and a coating part formed on an inner surface of the coating body and made of diamond-like carbon.