Abstract: A vegetable carrying box includes a solution carrying box provided with a high-level liquid inlet and a low-level liquid outlet that are opposite to each other, where an area between the liquid inlet and the liquid outlet in the solution carrying box is provided with protruding diversion partitions to form a zigzag flow passage, and an atomizer is disposed in the flow passage.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SV6100TD and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SV6100TD and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SV4483TD and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SV4483TD and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SV8516TM and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SV8516TM and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato line FIRXM12-4131. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of line FIRXM12-4131, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX499CB5W3FE, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX499CB5W3FE with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX499CB5W3FE, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated JIC5237, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line JIC5237 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line JIC5237, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line JIC5237, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides an inbred corn line designated LIJ7292, methods for producing a corn plant by crossing plants of the inbred line LIJ7292 with plants of another corn plant. The invention further encompasses all parts of inbred corn line LIJ7292, including culturable cells. Additionally provided herein are methods for introducing transgenes into inbred corn line LIJ7292, and plants produced according to these methods.

Abstract: An inbred corn line, designated 7HHSS2120, the plants and seeds of the inbred corn line 7HHSS2120, methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, produced by crossing the inbred corn line 7HHSS2120 with itself or with another corn plant, and hybrid corn seeds and plants produced by crossing the inbred line 7HHSS2120 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 7HHSS2120, to methods for producing other inbred corn lines derived from inbred corn line 7HHSS2120 and to the inbred corn lines derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The present invention includes broccoli plants with curds having detached florets and methods for obtaining such broccoli plants. The present invention also provides reagents that can be used in methods for obtaining such broccoli plants.

Abstract: The invention relates to the alfalfa variety designated 610W265. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the alfalfa variety 610W265. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the alfalfa variety 610W265 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing alfalfa plants by crossing the alfalfa variety 610W265 with itself or another alfalfa variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: The invention relates to the alfalfa variety designated 68M802. Provided by the invention are the seeds, plants and derivatives of the alfalfa variety 68M802. Also provided by the invention are tissue cultures of the alfalfa variety 68M802 and the plants regenerated therefrom. Still further provided by the invention are methods for producing alfalfa plants by crossing the alfalfa variety 68M802 with itself or another alfalfa variety and plants produced by such methods.

Abstract: Provided is a water absorbent sheet retaining mat which can retain a water absorbent sheet easily and surely. A water absorbent sheet retaining mat for retaining a water absorbent sheet having a first polygonal contour, includes: a mat member having a second polygonal contour defined by mutually opposing a first main plane and a second main plane; and at least one retaining member having a slit member including at least one slit formed in a top surface at a predetermined height from the first main plane for accepting a part of perimeter of the water absorbent sheet being inserted therein, wherein the water absorbent sheet is laid on the first main plane, and then the above purpose is accomplished.

Abstract: A conical cat house collapsible flat for washing and storage is formed from an elongate strip of sheet form material with lands of identical size at respective opposite ends and joined together by an intermediate bridging portion. One land has a pet access aperture. A zipper extends along the strip edges for progressively drawing edges of the strip together, folding up the strip to a completely enclosed, conically walled pet house with the one land forming an upstanding front conical wall, exposing the aperture for pet access and, the intermediate portion forming an upstanding rear wall and the other land forming a bottom/base. The lands are part-circular and respective opposite free edges of the intermediate bridging portion extend in parallel relation tangentially from edge portions of respective lands on respective opposite sides of the strip and join respective lands at respective re-entrant portions such that the erected pet house is wedge-shape.

Abstract: A grooming tool includes a handle and a head attached to the handle. The head has curved blades adjustable in at least an extended position and a non-extended position. Methods of grooming an animal can include selecting the length of the curved blades by adjusting the blades in at least an extended position or non-extended position.

Abstract: A therapeutic toy device for an animal user. The device comprises an internal spine simulator comprising a plurality of weighted vertebra simulators, all coupled together in a manner intended to somewhat resemble the spine of a prey animal. The toy device is configured so that when the animal user plays with the toy, the act mimics the sensation of tackling an actual prey animal. This satisfies the animal's predator instincts, and thus gives the animal a more meaningful and satisfying sensory motor experience, thus improving well-being. The device, preferably produced from synthetic materials, will be surrounded by a synthetic covering, and optionally configured with other elements such as limb simulators, internal stuffing, and other features. The toy device will be offered in varying weights and configurations based on the size, weight and play-drive of an animal user.

Abstract: An oriole jelly birdfeeder is provided that includes a jelly holding container, a base having a feeding platform and a connecting element for connecting the base to the container, and a mixing mechanism. The mixing mechanism includes a mixer element and a mixer handle which are coupled to one another and rotatable together. The mixer element includes a paddle positioned within the connecting element to enable the user to mix and distribute the jelly, which is held within the container, onto the feeding platform as needed by rotating the mixer handle.

Abstract: An electrically-controlled water flow regulator for use with a poultry watering system receives potable water at a first, high flow rate and reduces the water flow rate of the water provided to watering valves that dispense water to the flock within a poultry house. A variable control valve uses a needle-shaped cone to engage a mating port inside the housing of the regulator. A motor controls the linear movement of the control valve in incremental steps to adjust the water flow rate provided to the flock. A feedback component enables the variable control valve to maintain the water flow rate at a desired set point for the flock. The desired set point for the flock is controlled or automated to match the growth of the flock over their growth cycle. An electrical controller and suitable cabling enable multiple regulators to be controlled efficiently and cost-effectively.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a genetically modified non-human animal as an animal model for obesity or obesity-related disorders, wherein the amount of Lysine-specific Demethylase 1 (LSD1) in at least one tissue or at least one cell type of said animal is reduced.

Abstract: A method for forming a system for securing items such as fishing hooks is disclosed. The method may include molding an elastomeric material to include a slit therein. Once formed, the elastomeric material may be compressed across the slit in order to reduce the width of the slit. While held in a compressed state, an item such as a fishing hook may be inserted into the slit. The compression may enable the slit to securely grip the item.

Abstract: A cushioned horseshoe for use with a hoofed animal including a hoof contacting shoe with a top surface in contact with the hoof and a bottom surface comprising an integrally formed raised portion; and a plurality of nail holes extending from the top surface to the bottom surface of the hoof contacting shoe to receive nails; and a ground contacting shoe including a top surface comprising a recessed portion for receiving the raised portion of the hoof contacting shoe, a bottom surface for contact with a ground surface, and a through slot extending from the top surface to the bottom surface of the ground contacting shoe. Between the ground contacting shoe and the hoof contacting shoe is a pad between the bottom surface of the hoof contacting shoe and the top surface of the ground contact shoe, bonded to the bottom surface and the top surface with a rubber-tearing bond.

Abstract: This invention relates to fly traps and specifically a window mounted fly trap which allows flies to enter from below or above and which has an internal barrier to prevent passage upward or downward through the trap. A window mounted fly trap comprising: (a) a frame for mounting to a window surface by detachable window mounting means; (b) a resilient cover having a non-adhesive first surface facing to the exterior of the frame and an adhesive second fly capture surface within the interior of the frame; said frame and cover defining therein a fly capture chamber; (c) the capture chamber having at least one ingress slot for permitting flies to enter the chamber; (d) wherein the flies walking on the surface of said window are permitted to enter the capture chamber and whereby the flies, when attempting to fly, contact the fly capture adhesive and are captured by said capture surface.

Abstract: The invention relates to polyether-modified siloxanes which are both superspreading and readily biodegradable. In particular, the invention is directed to a composition including polyether-modified siloxanes of formula (I) MaDbD?c??Formula (I) with M=R13SiO1/2, D=R12SiO2/2, D?=R1R2SiO2/2, where a is 2, b is between 0 and 0.1, c is between 1.0 and 1.15, 0 and 1.05, R1 are independently hydrocarbyl having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, preferably methyl, ethyl, propyl or phenyl radicals, especially preferably methyl radicals, R2 are independently a polyether radical of the formula (II) —R3O[CH2CH2O]m[CH2CH(CH3)O]nR5??Formula (II) where m=3.4 to 11.0, n=2.5 to 8.0, wherein m/n=1.9 to 2.8, and R3 are independently divalent hydrocarbyl radicals having 2 to 8 carbon atoms, and R5 is hydrogen, wherein the polyether-modified siloxanes of formula (I) having a biodegradability of greater than 60%.

Abstract: The invention relates to an antimicrobial and preferably non-cytotoxic coating material and to use of said coating material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to phenol containing disinfectants that have superior broad-spectrum antimicrobial efficacy versus traditional chemistry such as quaternary ammonium-containing disinfectants or aliphatic alcohols. Hydrotropic surfactants are utilized in combination with generally environmentally friendly phenol containing compounds such as ortho-benzyl parachlorophenol (OBPCP), ortho phenylphenol (OPP), or parachloro-meta-cresol (PCMC) in the presence of suitable solvents such as an aliphatic alcohol and also in the presence of an inorganic acid, such as phosphoric acid. The solutions are free of para tertiary amylphenol (PTAP), have a low pH and are very stable with respect to gamma irradiation. They can be used with respect to hard surface disinfection, and also as a tuberculocide, a fungicide, a bactericide, and a virucide.

Abstract: Compositions for modulating plant growth, seed germination and soil borne diseases comprising anthraquinone derivatives are disclosed.

Abstract: To provide a compound highly active against pests, a pesticide using the compound, and a method for controlling pests by applying the compound. A phenoxyalkylbenzamide compound represented by the formula (I) or its salt; a pesticide containing it as an active ingredient, and a controlling method, which comprises applying an effective amount of the compound: wherein R1, Y and R3 are a hydrogen atom or the like, and Ar is as follows: wherein R4 and R7 are halogen or the like, R5 and R6 are a hydrogen atom or the like, m is from 0 to 5, and n is from 0 to 3.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel class of (S)-3?-substituted-abscisic acid derivatives and (±)-3?-substituted-abscisic acid derivatives, and methods of synthesizing the derivatives.

Abstract: A compound represented by Formula (1) or a salt thereof is provided. R1 represents a C1-C6 alkyl group optionally substituted, a C1-C6 haloalkyl group or the like, R2 represents a halogen atom, a C1-C6 alkyl group optionally substituted, a C1-C6 alkyloxy group optionally substituted or the like, R3 represents a hydrogen atom, a halgenatom, C1-C6 alkyl group optionally substituted or the like, n represents an integer of 0 to 5, X represents an oxygen atom or a sulfur atom, Y represents a phenyl group or a pyridyl group that is substituted with substituent at an ortho position, and the bond with a broken line indicates a double bond or a single bond.

Abstract: The invention encompasses novel pyrazolyltriazolylpyridines of the general formula (I) in which the radicals A1-A4, W, Q, R1, R5 and Z1-Z3 have the meanings given in the description. Also described are processes for preparing the compounds of the formula (I). The compounds according to the invention are especially suitable for controlling insects and arachnids in agriculture, and ectoparasites in veterinary medicine.

Abstract: The invention relates to herbicidal active compound combinations comprising, carbamoyltriazolinones, and herbicidally active compounds, which combinations are suitable for controlling weeds.

Abstract: The invention relates to antiviral agents and specifically to synthetic biologically-active derivatives, and can be used in the pharmaceutical industry, in medicine, in plant husbandry and in biotechnology. The antiviral agent is based on poly-N1-hydrazino(imino)methyl-1,6-hexanediamine-poly-N1-amino(imino)methyl-1,6-hexane diamine of general formula (1), where: HX is an acid, n=3-20, and m=4-20, and which is active against viruses of humans, animals, plants, bacteria and fungi, said viruses being non-enveloped and enveloped and containing RNA or DNA. The antiviral agent exhibits a broad range of effectiveness, and is active against viruses both in intracellular and extracellular locations.

Abstract: Methods for treating arthropods comprising depositing at least one drop of a liquid formulation containing at least one surfactant on a solid surface of an arthropod at a contact angle sufficient to cause rapid and enhanced knockdown (KD) of the arthropod. The contact angle comprises an angle formed between a resting drop of the liquid formulation and the solid surface on which the drop rests measured, after a period of about 80 milliseconds (ms) or more from the time that a drop of the liquid formulation is deposited on the solid surface, at a contact point between a tangent line drawn on a liquid/vapor interface surface of the resting drop in contact with the solid surface and a tangent to the solid surface on which the drop rests.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods and devices for controlling arthropods, including insects and arachnids in an environment. The methods generally comprise: generating a near-ideal gas Purified Hydrogen Peroxide Gas (PHPG) that is substantially non-hydrated (e.g., in the form of water in solution or water in solution or water molecules bonded by covalence, van der Waals forces, or London forces) and substantially free of, e.g., ozone, plasma species, and/or organic species; and directing the gas comprising primarily PHPG into the environment such that the PHPG acts to control arachnids in the environment. In certain aspects, the arachnids may be totally or partially killed.

Abstract: A method of making a ceramic glaze formulation having an antimicrobial property for use with a ceramic article. The method comprises fritting an antimicrobial formulation in a flux frit, providing least one unfritted antimicrobial component, providing a silver carrier in a glass matrix, and combining the flux frit, the at least one unfritted component, and the silver carrier in the glass matrix to form the ceramic glaze formulation. The silver carrier is combined at an addition rate based on a dry weight basis of the ceramic glaze formulation. A ceramic glaze additive formulation and ceramic glazed article are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid composition comprising at least one biological control agent wherein said biological control agent is spores of a spore forming fungus, a polyether-modified trisiloxane and fumed silica or precipitated silica, wherein said composition is essentially free of water, said composition being useful in plant protection.

Abstract: The disclosure defined by this invention describes a method for preparing a flour tortilla (including whole wheat or multi grain) which utilizes a fatty substance in the form of a powder, granulate or crystal to improve the properties of the tortilla.

Abstract: A portable pneumatic stunner for stunning or euthanizing an animal has a piston slideable within an inner chamber, a housing with a front portion being moveable toward and away from its rear portion, a stunning rod driven by the piston forward towards the front end of the housing, a catch system for alternately holding and releasing the stunning rod, and a regulator for regulating the pressure received from a fluid container for operating the stunner. The stunning rod is driven along a longitudinal axis upon exposure of a pressurized fluid to the piston, and the stunning rod is retracted back into the stunner after firing by exerting a manual inward force on the stunning rod and housing. The catch system comprises a plurality of arcuate sections substantially forming a cylinder. The regulator determines the allowable pressure levels of the fluid the stunner is subjected to.

Abstract: A fish feed-in device (1) for feeding fish (9) to a fish processing device (7) comprises a delivery conveying means (3) which is equipped with a controllable positioning drive (35) and a controllable conveying drive (36). The delivery conveying means (3) can be moved by the controllable positioning drive (35) into a first state (301) released by the fish (9) in a deposit space (11), into a second state (302) for grasping, centered holding and conveying of the fish (9) accessing said fish in the deposit space (11) and, in cooperation with the controllable conveying drive (36), into a third state (303) which releases the fish (9) after conveying at a fish delivery point (42) which is defined by a controlled delivery time with associated controlled fish delivery speed.

Abstract: A process for producing dairy products with a defined lactose content is suggested, comprising the following steps: (a) Ultrafiltration of a starting milk for producing a first permeate P1 and a first retentate R1; (b) Reverse osmosis of the first permeate P1 for producing a second permeate P2 and a second retentate R2; (c) Decalcification of the second retentate R2; (d) Ultrafiltration of the decalcified product of step (c) for producing a third permeate P3 (lactose concentrate) and a third retentate R3 (mineral concentrate); (e) Mixing the first retentate R1 with such an amount of the third permeate P3 and the third retentate R3 each so that a standardized dairy product with a defined concentration of lactose and salts is obtained.

Abstract: A fermentation of a milk source to manufacture a fermented milk product with malty-chocolate-honey-butter-cream flavor and aroma. Fermentation is achieved by addition of adding a Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis diacetylactis (CNCM No. I-4404) or a Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis diacetylactis (CNCM No. I-4405) A further bacteria Lactococcus lactis subsp. lactis biovar is also added to the milk source. The milk source comprises amino acids and citrate prior to fermentation.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for producing a soy milk fermentation product, comprising an enzyme treatment step of hydrolyzing soy milk with a peptide bond hydrolase to obtain a fermentation substrate, and a fermentation step of fermenting the fermentation substrate with lactic acid bacteria belonging to Lactobacillus brevis to obtain a fermentation product.

Abstract: A method of producing tea syrup comprises contacting a plant material and/or plant extract with hot water to produce a tea. The method comprises filtering the tea to produce a tea filtrate, adding sugar to the tea filtrate, and then reducing the pH of either the tea or the tea filtrate, and thereby producing a tea syrup.

Abstract: A dietary supplement composition having a dispersion including a plurality of liposomal vesicles, includes an active ingredient, phospholipid contained in the liposomal vesicles, and a coating material. The active ingredient is incorporated within the liposomal vesicles having a barrier coating of the coating material including one of a biopolymer, polyethylene glycol, chitosan and a combination thereof. The coating material is free flowing in the dispersion such that the liposomal vesicles are surrounded by the coating material without being attached to the liposomal vesicles and without forming part of the liposomal vesicles and without affecting weight of the liposomal vesicles. The dispersion is filtered using a tangential flow technique, which washes out outer periphery of liposomal vesicles for removing inactive ingredients contained outside the liposomal vesicles without washing out the coating material surrounding the liposomal vesicles.

Abstract: A method of making dietary supplement compositions includes generating an aqueous phase (A1) having one or more dietary supplement nutrients (DSN1), generating an oil phase (O1), performing a first homogenizing step by mixing A1 and O1 thereby forming A1/O1 composition, performing a second homogenizing step by mixing the A1/O1 composition and the further added DSN2, performing a third homogenizing step by mixing the A1/O1/DSN2 composition and a first flavor (F1), performing a fourth homogenizing step by mixing the A1/O1/DSN2/F1 composition and a gum dispersed with glycerin (GG), and performing a fifth homogenizing step by mixing the A1/O1/DSN2/F1/GG composition and the second flavor (F2) thereby forming dietary composition A1/O1/DSN2/F1/GG/F2. The A1/O1/DSN2/F1/GG/F2 composition is dispersion in which actives are incorporated in liposomal vesicles which may have a barrier coating of a polymer.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a flowable edible product dispensing apparatus, comprising: a programmable controller; a touchscreen interface including an indicator of at least one edible item for selection, the operator interface in communication with the programmable controller a dispensing system in communication the operator interface; the programmable controller, being wirelessly connected to the internet, and being operable to associate the at least one edible item with the least one flowable edible and/or inedible product; and the dispensing system dispenses an amount of the at least one flowable edible and/or inedible product associated with the selected edible item when the at least one edible and/or inedible item is selected.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for co-metering liquid and/or pasty products, including: a first metering unit (41) for metering a first product; a second metering unit (42) for metering a second product (P2); a nozzle (B) including a first duct (1) supplied by the first metering unit (41) and opening out into a first orifice (11), a second duct (2) supplied by the second metering unit (42) and opening out into a second orifice (21), and a third duct (3) opening out into a third orifice (31), the device being configured such that the third duct (3) is supplied by the first and second metering units (41, 42), such that a mixture of the first and second products is discharged by said third orifice (31). The invention also relates to an associated metering method.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for obscuring medicines formed as tablets, capsules, pills, and so forth may be presented in clean packaging, with built-in work space on a substrate, film layer. A flexible paste, gum, putty, or malleable and formable treat material may be folded without touching the actual treat composition on its outermost surface. A medicament set onto a location on a surface of the composition may then be folded inside by folding, molding, or otherwise manipulating the composition, thus forming a sealed morsel, leaving no residue (e.g., powder, scent, taste, etc.) of the medicament on the outer surface of the composition when administered to a pet.

Abstract: A method for discharge control of a separator including an inlet for a dairy product, a first outlet conduit for a first processed dairy product, and a second outlet conduit for a second dairy product. The first processed dairy product having a higher fat concentration than the second processed dairy product. The method involves detecting a flow rate of the first processed dairy product in the first outlet conduit, controlling the flow rate of the first processed dairy product in the first outlet conduit by regulating an opening degree of a regulating valve connected to the first outlet conduit, detecting the opening degree of the regulating valve, and discharging the separator when the opening degree of the regulating valve exceeds a predetermined value. The invention also relates to a separator for separating a dairy product into a first processed dairy product and a second processed dairy product.

Abstract: A method for washing fish flesh to remove water soluble sarcoplasmic proteins includes producing a mixture by combining wash water with fish flesh having sarcoplasmic and myofibrillar proteins, wherein the wash water removes some of the sarcoplasmic protein from the fish flesh; depositing the mixture on a screen separator. The wash water having sarcoplasmic proteins is separated from the mixture while a speed of the screen separator and a speed of the mixture at the interface with the screen separator remains about equal and reducing or eliminating shear forces at the interface between the screen separator and the fish flesh. Thus, washed fish flesh fish flesh with an increase in a percent of myofibrillar protein retained in the fish flesh is produced.