Patents Issued in August 15, 2019
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Publication number: 20190246546Abstract: An agricultural implement is configured to be advanced in a forward direction and includes an implement frame. The implement frame includes a pair of laterally extending fore-and-aft spaced frame members. The frame also includes a fore-and-aft extending interconnecting member that extends between the frame members and presents forward and aft ends. At least one of the frame members comprises a tubular beam presenting forward and aft walls. The forward and aft walls at least partly define an interior beam space, with a window opening being defined in a first one of the walls. The tubular beam receives a respective end of the interconnecting member so that the interconnecting member extends into and out of the interior beam space through the window opening. The respective end of the interconnecting member is welded to a second one of the walls.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 8, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Morris Industries Ltd.Inventors: Clint W. Sheppard, Jeffrey Jonathan Gordon
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Publication number: 20190246547Abstract: An agricultural tractor mounting assembly comprising a toolbar engaged with a first implement engaging a soil subsurface and also equipped with a carrying tool for engaging another implement. The carrying tool may include hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic charged accumulators which lift, suspend, and support implements behind a toolbar engaged to a tractor. The implement engaging the soil and the carrier tool may be engaged to the toolbar of the tractor mounting assembly which is engaged to the tractor.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Randal Tomich
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Publication number: 20190246548Abstract: In one aspect, a system for monitoring the displacement of a ground engaging tool of an agricultural implement. A controller of the system may be configured to monitor a magnitude of a displacement defined between a current position of a ground engaging tool of the implement and a predetermined ground engaging tool position. The controller may also be configured to initiate a first control action when it is determined that the magnitude of the displacement of the ground engaging tool exceeds a first threshold displacement value. Moreover, the controller may further be configured to initiate a second control action when it is determined that the magnitude of the displacement of the ground engaging tool exceeds a second threshold displacement value, with the second threshold displacement value corresponding to a greater displacement relative to the predetermined ground engaging tool position than the first displacement threshold value.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Michael G. Kovach, Christopher Barrick, John C. Endlsey, James W. Henry, Tracey D. Meiners, Klint J. Peterson, Alan Forbes, David Long, Christopher A. Lursen
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Publication number: 20190246549Abstract: The present invention relates to the planning and implementation of agricultural measures using remote sensing data and local field data. Using remote sensors, the total required amount and partial-area-specific required amounts of plant protection agents and/or nutrients and/or seeds and/or the like can be determined, and based on this information, the use of an application device can be planned. Using local field sensors, the current local required amounts in the field are determined so that the application device can apply the corresponding amounts as required.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 11, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Ole PETERS, Holger HOFFMANN, Gang ZHAO, Subhashree DAS
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Publication number: 20190246550Abstract: A row unit has a frame with an upper portion and a lower portion. The upper portion has a parallel linkage and the lower portion is coupled to plural gauge wheels. A first sensor is configured to provide an output signal and a controllable device is coupled to the upper portion and configured to provide an adjustable down force. A dampening device is coupled to the upper portion and configured to provide adjustable dampening of the row unit based on the output signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Kevin J Hamilton
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Publication number: 20190246551Abstract: Provided herein are methods, systems, and devices for flexible and accurate seed spacing control in a seed planting system. The various embodiments receive singulated seed from a metering device and control movement of the seed toward a seed spacing device that receives the seed. The seed spacing device, which is disposed near the soil surface, independently controls the ejection of the seed from the device and thus the spacing of the seed in the furrow.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Travis Campbell, Kurt Townsend, Loren Leusink, Richard K. Kaufman, Alan F. Barry, Douglas Gilbert
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Publication number: 20190246552Abstract: Systems, methods and apparatus are provided for determining corrected population based on a meter drive signal. Systems, methods, and apparatus are additionally provided for determining a stability metric based on a meter drive signal. A method for monitoring a seed application rate of a seed planter includes measuring a rotation of a seed disc of a seed meter, measuring a performance value corresponding to the seed meter, and calculating the population value based on the rotation and the meter performance value.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Derek Sauder, Phil Baurer, Ryan Allgaier
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Publication number: 20190246553Abstract: A seeding apparatus comprising a frame having a first section adapted to be attached to a toolbar for towing by a vehicle, and a second section comprising a cutting unit and a seeding unit, the cutting unit comprising at least one cutting disc and the seeding unit comprising at least one seed boot and at least one seed boot mounting, the seed boot mounting comprising a bar configured to locate the seed boot adjacent a side surface of the cutting disc, wherein the bar comprises a proximal end attached to the frame of the seeding apparatus, and a distal end for attachment of the seed boot. The invention also relates to a cutting and seeding assembly for mounting on the seeding apparatus.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 16, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Michael FELS
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Publication number: 20190246554Abstract: Technologies and techniques that reduce cost and time for propagation, transplantation and harvesting of Vetiver Grass for multiple applications. Tools, equipment, systems and processes to propagate, transplant and harvest Vetiver Grass that will promote the rapid implementation of sustainable, large-scale Vetiver plantations in wealthy and impoverished countries alike.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Roland Eduard Nöffke, Bruce Edward Coy
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Publication number: 20190246555Abstract: A hydraulic system for an air cart includes a primary hydraulic assembly and a secondary hydraulic assembly. The hydraulic system also includes a first valve configured to block a flow of a hydraulic fluid flowing in a first direction from the primary hydraulic assembly and a second valve configured to block a flow of the hydraulic fluid flowing in a second direction from the secondary hydraulic assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Stewart Joseph Millie
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Publication number: 20190246556Abstract: Described herein are implements and applicators for placement of fluid applications with respect to agricultural plants of agricultural fields. In one embodiment, a fluid applicator includes at least one applicator arm, a first nozzle disposed to apply fluid to a rhizosphere of the plants, and a second nozzle disposed to apply fluid between the row of plants.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 21, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: PRECISION PLANTING LLCInventors: Jason STOLLER, Ian RADTKE
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Publication number: 20190246557Abstract: Kits for sprayer vehicles may include electrically-actuatable solenoids configured to selectably turn individual nozzle assemblies on and off when installed in ports from which check valves were removed, one or more wirelessly-controllable solenoid controllers, a first wiring harness to electrically connect the electrically-actuatable solenoids to the controller(s), a GPS antenna system that wirelessly communicates information identifying its position, bracketry configured to attach the GPS antenna system and the one or more controllers with the sprayer vehicle, a second wiring harness to electrically connect the controller(s) and the GPS antenna system with a source of electrical power on the vehicle, and a mobile device configured to wirelessly cause the one or more controllers to turn individual nozzle assemblies on and off based on a comparison of predetermined geographical boundaries and predefined relative positions of the individual nozzle assemblies to real-time location information received wirelesslType: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Steven R. Booher, Gary A. Vandenbark, Mike Hilligoss
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Publication number: 20190246558Abstract: An automated irrigation and/or fertigation apparatus, including a container, a plurality of pumps in the container, and a controller operably connected to each of the plurality of pumps is disclosed. Each of the pumps is configured to provide a unique fertilizer, nutrient and/or micronutrient to irrigation water. The controller is configured to control settings of each of the pumps to provide a predetermined amount of each unique fertilizer, nutrient and/or micronutrient to the irrigation water over a predetermined period of time. Corresponding methods of fertilizing a field and of making the automated irrigation and/or fertigation apparatus are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: John C. MILLER, Deborah L. MILLER, John PENCZAK, Jason G. CHOW
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Publication number: 20190246559Abstract: An aeroponic plant-growth system includes growth space and a control unit that may be assembled using factory made modules. The growth space includes layers at different heights, and each layer includes plant holders and misters positioned to apply a mist to roots of plants in the plant holders. The control unit employs a controller to execute a program that operates a liquid supply system to provide liquid flows to the misters in the layers. Each of the liquid flows may be regulated according to the height of the layers.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Wenpeng Hsueh, Shengyang Wang, Hairong Lv, Chao-Hsien Wu
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Publication number: 20190246560Abstract: An assist device 12 for and method for using the assist device for exiting a zero turn lawn mower 16 or adjusting a cutting deck height of a zero turn lawn mower 16 having an operator deck 36 and an operator seat proximate the operator deck 36 wherein the assist device 12 is attached and extends upwardly from the deck 36 and is positioned forward of the operator seat and comprises a hand hold section 26 for gripping to aid an operator in reaching a standing, position on the operator deck 36. The device 12 is secured to the top surface of the riding lawn mower wherein the base 16 of the assist device 12 is adapted for connection with an angled surface such that the device 12 remains in an upright position allowing the operator to grip the device 12 along the hand hold section 26 to assist the operator in positioning on the mower 16, entering and/or exiting the mower 16 and adjusting the height of the cutting deck 18.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Ken Lundgren
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Publication number: 20190246561Abstract: A combine harvester has at least one header for cutting plants to be harvested with the aid of the combine harvester, a feeder for conveying the cut plants in the direction of a threshing mechanism, and a threshing mechanism, with the aid of which fruits can be removed from the cut plants in such a way that the fruits are then present separately from plant residue of the plants. The feeder comprises a revolvingly driveable conveying unit and a conveyor channel within which the cut plants can be conveyed with the conveying unit. The feeder interacts with a measuring unit in the form of a sensor unit that contactlessly detects material feed height of plants conveyed with the aid of the feeder in the conveyor channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 9, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: CLAAS Selbstfahrende Erntemaschinen GmbHInventors: DENNIS NEITEMEIER, FRÉDÉRIC FISCHER, DANIEL SPRIGADE, MARKUS BRUNE, BORIS KETTELHOIT, ANDREAS ARNOLD, PHILIPP GROSSEGESSE
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Publication number: 20190246562Abstract: A sugarcane harvester comprises a frame, a knockdown roller, and a telescopic roller support mounted to the frame and to which the knockdown roller is mounted. The roller support is configured to telescope to cause linear movement of the knockdown roller relative to the frame.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Kent M. Almeida, Michael L. Halbrook, Eric P. Richard, Eric L. Baker
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Publication number: 20190246563Abstract: A cam reel for use on a harvesting header that can be configured in both operating and transport positions is provided. The reel comprises a plurality of finger-bearing reel bats disposed evenly around the reel shaft, each rotatably attached through the distal ends of radial arms extending outwardly from the reel shaft. A cam disc is attached to the frame and engages each reel bat by a cam follower, to provide rotational movement of the reel bats relative to the radial arms, during rotation of the shaft in the operating position. The cam has at least one operating position, and a transport position in which the engaged reel bats will be pivoted into transport mode that substantially reduces the risk of damage to the fingers.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Gregory HONEY, Glenn HONEY
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Publication number: 20190246564Abstract: The invention relates to a cutting blade overload protection device (10) for a cutting mechanism (11) of a harvester (100) for leaf and stalk material, comprising at least one cutting blade (13) which can pivot about a cutting blade rotational axis (12) and which is connected to a toggle lever mechanism (14). The toggle lever mechanism (14) includes two coupled toggle levers (16, 17) which can pivot about a toggle lever rotational axis (15) and which move the cutting blade (13) from an operating position (P1) to a resting position (P2) when a predefined force (F1) is exceeded. The invention also relates to a harvester (100) which is equipped with at least one such cutting blade overload protection device (10).Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH U. Co. KGInventor: Andreas Tewes-Kampelmann
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Publication number: 20190246565Abstract: A crop cart loading system for loading a crop. The crop cart loading system generally includes a hopper having a floor and a sidewall extending from the floor to an upper edge thereof. The sidewall defines a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and an interior space for accommodating a crop. A conveyor is mounted to the hopper and configured to receive a crop at one of the first and second ends, and to longitudinally translate the crop above the floor toward the other of the first and second ends.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Jacob L. Kringstad
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Publication number: 20190246566Abstract: A baler includes a frame and a bale chamber structure that is supported by the frame. The bale chamber structure includes a plurality of walls that cooperate to define a baling chamber that extends along a longitudinal axis. The plurality of walls shape different sides of the bale. At least one of the plurality of walls includes a first segment panel that is moveably attached to the frame and a second segment panel that is arranged in a downstream direction from the first segment panel with respect to the longitudinal axis. The second segment panel is moveably attached to the frame independent of the first segment panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: DARIN L. ROTH, ERIC R. LANG
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Publication number: 20190246567Abstract: The presently claimed invention is related to a method for vegetative propagation of woody plants selected from the group consisting of Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus sp.), Salix sp., olive tree (Olea europaea), rootstock Atlas (Prunus persica x Prunus dulcis x Prunus blireiana), blueberries (Vaccinum corymbosurn), Vitis vinifera, Aristotelia chilensis, Quillaja saponaria and Quercus ilex, from prepared leaf cuttings, wherein the method comprises the steps of: a) providing cuts of leaf cuttings from a donor tree, b) immersing the prepared leaf cutting into a combination of growth regulators, c) planting the prepared leaf cutting into a solid substrate of organic and/or inorganic origin, d) inducing sprouting and rooting of the prepared leaf cutting, by means of controlled ambient temperature, humidity and illumination, wherein steps a) through d) always occur outside an in vitro environment; and embodiments thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2016Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: BIOTECNOLÓGICA EMPRESARIAL DEL SUR SPAInventors: Rolando GARCÍA, Gabriela VIZCARRA
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Publication number: 20190246568Abstract: A processing system comprising at least one cylindrical tumbler having a base portion with one or more sidewalls extending upward, where the tumbler tumbles plant material placed inside, and where the tumbled material is trimmed within the tumbler. A motor is in communication with a power source and is mechanically coupled to the base of the tumbler, so that the motor rotates the tumbler. The one or more sidewalls have a plurality of apertures configured to selectively allow one or more plant byproducts to pass through.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Samson Seidel
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Publication number: 20190246569Abstract: A method for manufacturing blade beds of a garden shear, wherein each of two blade beds has a length and a thickness far less than the length; the method includes: using extrusion method to extrude two blanks in directions parallel to directions of thickness of two blade beds respectively, wherein cross sections of the two blanks are shaped into the two blade beds; slicing the two blanks perpendicularly to the extruding direction into a plurality of pieces at intervals of distances equal to the thickness of the two blade beds respectively; and chamfering a plurality of peripheries of the pieces by punching.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 18, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Kuang Pin Wang
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Publication number: 20190246570Abstract: Techniques and architecture are disclosed for horticultural lighting systems and devices, such as a light module assembly. The assembly includes a housing with a first and second light module attached thereto. The first and second light modules include a mounting block to be received in the housing. The mounting block includes a plurality of light sources to generate light to stimulate growth of a plant. The first light module includes a first removable lens to focus light from the light sources to a first portion of the plant and in a first direction relative to the plant. The second light module includes an optical conduit attached thereto. The conduit is to focus light from the light sources to a second portion of the plant and in a second direction different from the first direction. The assembly transmits light to an upper portion and a lower portion of the plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Osram Sylvania Inc.Inventor: Richard Speer
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Publication number: 20190246571Abstract: A growing system is described where plants are grown in containers and the containers are stored in stacks. Above the stacks runs a grid network of tracks on which load handling devices run. The load handling devices take containers from the stacks and deposit then at alternative locations in the stacks or deposit them at stations where goods may be picked out. The containers may be provided with one or more of the following services: power, power control, heating, lighting, cooling, sensing means, data logging means, growing means, water and nutrients.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: OCADO INNOVATION LIMITEDInventors: Andrew John INGRAM-TEDD, Lars Sverker Ture LINDBO, Mark STUBBS, David GERKEN
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Publication number: 20190246572Abstract: An apparatus for controlling conditions in a plant cultivation facility is provided, said apparatus comprising at least: a lighting system arranged in connection with plants present in an environmentally sealable and closable cultivation facility; a hydronic cooling arrangement for lowering or impeding the rise of temperature in the cultivation facility, said cooling arrangement comprising a cooling manifold present in connection with plants in the cultivation facility and a heat recovery arrangement for utilizing excess heat generated in the cultivation facility, said heat recovery arrangement including a heat storing system.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: NETLED OYInventor: Niko-Matti KIVIOJA
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Publication number: 20190246573Abstract: A greenhouse with integrated irrigation and environmental control system includes a main structure, an irrigation system, an environmental control system, a control module, and a protective sheet of netting. The main structure is enclosed by the protective sheet of netting. Further, the irrigation system and the environmental control system are mounted within the main structure. The environmental control system regulates the humidity in the main structure, as well as provides surveillance of the main structure. As such, the environmental control system includes a camera, a motion sensor, a humidity sensor, and a plurality of fans. The irrigation system provides plants and vegetation with the necessary hydration and nutrients. As such, the irrigation system includes a tubular sprinkler, an irrigation line, a plurality of storage tanks, and a pump.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Fidel M. Ruiz
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Publication number: 20190246574Abstract: A planting dish has a dish body with a central hole and two plate members. Each plate member includes inner and outer edges, first and second side portions, a top surface defined by the inner and outer edges and the first and second side portions, and first and second securing members on the respective first and second side portions. The top surfaces cooperatively form a conical top surface that slope downward from the outer edges to the inner edges. The first side portion of one of the plate members is removably juxtaposed with the second side portion of the other plate member, with first securing member on each of the plate members being releaseably engageable with the second securing member on the other plate member.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 13, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Tzu-Hsin SUN
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Publication number: 20190246575Abstract: The invention taught is a method and apparatus to mix a special polymer, hot water or other hot water material containing additives and a special mixture of dry growing substances mixed in a particular way so that they may be applied to structures such as to ceilings, walls, and any grade of vertical slants, commercial roofs, courtyards, indoor and outdoor applications. The purpose is to coat any surface and grow any plant for any reason be it erosion control, beautification of an area. The invention would help in reforestation after fires and such. This invention has a wide range of applications and so it is impossible to limit it to just one of these applications. Green parking lots and green areas that before could not be made green is just one area for the invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Gary R. Hartman
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Publication number: 20190246576Abstract: This emitter is configured from an emitter body, a film, and a cover. The emitter has a water intake part, a discharge part, a first flow path, a second flow path, a flow reduction part, a flow path opening/closing part, a pressure-reducing flow path, and a bypass flow path. If the pressure of an irrigation liquid flowing through a tube is less than a first pressure, the opening of a first water intake through hole of the cover is sealed with the film. If the pressure of the irrigation liquid flowing through the tube is equal to or greater than the first pressure, the film is deformed so that the irrigation liquid is taken into the emitter body through the first water intake through hole, the space between the film and the cover, and a second water intake through hole.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 10, 2017Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Masahiro KIDACHI
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Publication number: 20190246577Abstract: An irrigation pipe that extends along an axis and has a pipe wall with a base portion (55) and a plurality of bulge members (1, 2) that extend away from the base portion.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Netafim, Ltd.Inventors: Abed MASARWA, James BELFORD
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Publication number: 20190246578Abstract: A discrete flat dripper of the non-pressure regulated type of drippers or of the pressure compensated-flow rate regulated type of drippers, suited for being integrally installed within a hose, that comprises a body component whose configuration is essentially rectangular, wherein on its one side that is suited to being affixed to an internal wall of the hose, formed with an exit pool that it is elongated in its dimensions and substantially extends along the entire length of the body component, and with a flow passage circumferentially surrounding a substantial part of the elongated exit pool, and an integral dripper line wherein there are integrated at least one of such discrete flat dripper.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Zvika Einav
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Publication number: 20190246579Abstract: A mobile agricultural sprayer includes at least one sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of a temperature inversion at a worksite. The mobile agricultural sprayer also includes an inversion detection system configured to detect a presence of the temperature inversion at the worksite based on the sensor signal, and, based on the detected presence, generate a temperature inversion output indicative of the presence of the temperature inversion. The mobile agricultural sprayer also includes an action signal generator configured to receive the temperature inversion output from the inversion detection system, and, based on the received temperature inversion output, generate an action signal.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 14, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Noel W. Anderson, Richard A. Humpal, Terence D. Pickett, Travis G. Funseth
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Publication number: 20190246580Abstract: A sensor, such as a hydrostatic water level sensor, includes a pressure sensor, a vent, a vent tube connecting the vent to the pressure sensor, and a fabric covering the vent. The pressure sensor is submersible in a liquid to be measured and the vent is configured to be outside the liquid. The fabric covers the vent and is both waterproof and breathable, e.g., Gore-Tex®. The vent may be integrated into an electrical connector for the pressure sensor, and the electrical connector may provide IP-65 protection. The sensor may be particularly be employed in an aeroponic plant growth system where the fabric prevents mist from blocking the vent and/or vent tube.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Wenpeng Hsueh, Hairong Lv
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Publication number: 20190246581Abstract: An irrigation controller comprises actuable controls, a memory to store the watering program, and one or more displays. The actuable controls and display are incorporated into a removable face pack that is mounted to an interior door of the irrigation controller. The face pack can be easily moved from a first position on the front side of the interior door to a second position on the back side of the interior door and the face pack automatically senses its position. When the face pack is in the first position, the actuable controls and display are configured for operating information. When the face pack is in the second position, the wiring hook up area of the irrigation controller is exposed and the actuable controls and display are configured for diagnostics.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Richard C. Stange, Thomas C. Kadien, Steven B. Cook, Kok Huat Chong
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Publication number: 20190246582Abstract: A grow box comprises a box body and a cover which are matched with each other; a planting unit arranged on the grow box for planting plants; a nutrient solution supply unit comprising a nutrient solution storage chamber and an atomizer, and the nutrient solution is supplied to the roots of the plants under the condition that the plants lack nutrient solution, wherein the nutrient solution storage chamber is constructed as a part of box body space which is separated from the box body by a partition plate. The present invention further discloses a plant grower using the same grow box with a supporting device. In addition, various sensors are arranged in the grow box and the plant grower to perform automatic induction without the need of manual operation, so that the pleasure and the simplicity of planting are enhanced.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Ki Wa Tong
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Publication number: 20190246583Abstract: An apparatus and method to regulate the fluid level in a plant watering device is described. In an embodiment, the plant watering device comprises a fluid reservoir that is supported by an adapter/fluid regulator that sits within a hollow permeable plant stake. The plant stake is designed to be pressed into soil adjacent to a plant growing in the soil. The adapter sits within the plant stake and acts as a valve with multiple settings that control the depth of water in the plant stake. Exposing the permeable plant stake to various levels of water affects the rate of permeation through the stake and thereby regulates the watering rate for the plant.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: Paul Natkiel
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Publication number: 20190246584Abstract: A plant holder for a hydroponic system includes a first structure shaped to hold a plant during an early growth stage and a second structure configured to hold the first structure during a later growth stage. The first structure is sized to directly fit in a tray having a high plant density. The second structure is sized to directly fit openings in a tray having a lower plant density. Plants in early stages of growth may be efficiently grown with the first structures in the high-plant-density tray, and the first structures with the plants may be easily transferred to more spacious trays without damaging the plants.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Wenpeng Hsueh, Hairong Lv, Christopher Wrenn
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Publication number: 20190246585Abstract: Disclosed is a growing system that includes a hollow grow tower with planting units configured to hold plants disposed on the tower exterior where the planting units have a passage that extends into the tower interior. The tower also includes a drain port at one end and a water-dispensing nozzle at the other end. The nozzle includes outlet apertures in fluid communication with the interior of the tower where one or more of the nozzle outlet apertures may be square. An enclosure surrounds the tower, and one or more light sources are mounted on the enclosure to direct light towards the tower. The tower and enclosure can be connected to a suspension frame that suspends the entire system off the ground. The system may include a closed-loop irrigation system and a multi-tank cleaning system. System variables, such as water flow, temperature, lighting, and water nutrient level can be computer controlled.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Douglas Fyvolent, Christopher Walton
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Publication number: 20190246586Abstract: Methods for improving the efficiency and productivity of hybrid corn seed production are provided herein. Various methods to improve the transfer of pollen from male corn plants to female corn plants, and thus increase yield, are provided herein. Without being limiting, these methods include varying the height of male and female corn plants in a field, as well as varying the number, arrangement, and ratio of male-to-female rows in a field.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Paul CANNON, Edward J. CARGILL, Charles T. FORESMAN, Michael A. HALL, Scott C. JOHNSON, John A. MIKLOS
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Publication number: 20190246587Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SVTD3207 and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTD3207 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.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventor: James D. Frantz
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Publication number: 20190246588Abstract: A new field pea cultivar designated PP-1804-4, seeds of field pea cultivar PP-1804-4, plants of field pea cultivar PP-1804-4, plant parts of field pea cultivar PP-1804-4, and methods for producing a field pea plant produced by crossing field pea cultivar PP-1804-4 with itself or with another field pea cultivar, and the creation of variants by mutagenesis or transformation of field pea cultivar PP-1804-4 are disclosed. Commercial commodity products from the seeds of field pea cultivar PP-1804-4, food products comprising these commercial commodity products, and methods for making the same are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: FTE Genetics, LLCInventors: Jerry Lorenzen, Kyle Olson
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Publication number: 20190246589Abstract: A New Guinea Impatiens plant designated SAKIMP051 is disclosed. Embodiments include seeds of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051, plants of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051, to plant parts of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051, and methods for producing an impatiens plant produced by crossing New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051 with itself or with another impatiens variety. Embodiments include methods for producing an impatiens plant containing in its genetic material one or more genes or transgenes and transgenic impatiens plants and plant parts produced by those methods. Embodiments also relate to impatiens varieties, breeding varieties, plant parts, and cells derived from New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051, methods for producing other impatiens lines or plant parts derived from New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP051, and the impatiens plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Sakata Seed CorporationInventor: Chihiro Sato
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Publication number: 20190246590Abstract: A New Guinea Impatiens plant designated SAKIMP049 is disclosed. Embodiments include seeds of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049, plants of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049, to plant parts of New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049, and methods for producing an impatiens plant produced by crossing New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049 with itself or with another impatiens variety. Embodiments include methods for producing an impatiens plant containing in its genetic material one or more genes or transgenes and transgenic impatiens plants and plant parts produced by those methods. Embodiments also relate to impatiens varieties, breeding varieties, plant parts, and cells derived from New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049, methods for producing other impatiens lines or plant parts derived from New Guinea Impatiens SAKIMP049, and the impatiens plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 24, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Sakata Seed CorporationInventor: Chihiro Sato
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Publication number: 20190246591Abstract: Variable-scale, modular, easily manufacturable, energy efficient, reliable, and computer operated Insect Production Superstructure Systems (IPSS) and Farming Superstructure Systems (FSS) may be used to produce cannabis, insects, and psilocybin mushrooms for human and animal consumption, and for the extraction and use of lipids, drugs, and chemicals for applications involving medicine, nanotechnology, consumer products, pharmaceuticals, pet food, and chemical production with minimal water, feedstock, and environmental impact.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: INSECTERGY, LLCInventor: Daniel Michael Leo
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Publication number: 20190246592Abstract: The present invention relates to a Cucumis melo seed designated 34-758 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Cucumis melo plant produced by growing the 34-758 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the melon cultivar, represented by melon variety 34-758 RZ.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 12, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Inventors: Antoine Xavier Deniau, Laurence Catherine Collin, Albertus Cornelius Maria van den Ende
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Publication number: 20190246593Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for controlling hybridization in plants and producing hybrid plants. The present invention also relates to nucleic acids encoding amino acid sequences for self-incompatibility (SI) proteins in plants, and the use thereof for the manipulation of SI, including seed production, in plants, particularly of the Poaceae family. The present invention also relates to kits, compositions, constructs and vectors including such nucleic acids, and related polypeptides, regulatory elements and methods. The present invention also relates to expression of self-gamete recognition genes in plants and to related nucleic acids, constructs, molecular markers and methods.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 25, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicants: Agriculture Victoria Services Pty Ltd, Dairy Australia LimitedInventors: Hiroshi Shinozuka, Noel Cogan, John White Forster, German Carlos Spangenberg, Nicola Patron, Yidong Ran, Luke Pembleton
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Publication number: 20190246594Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean varieties CL1560882, CL1560913, CL1560916, CL1560924, CL1560938, CL1561830, CL1563744, CL1563833, CS1660650, CS1660790, CS1660925, and CS1661065 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to soybean varieties CL1560882, CL1560913, CL1560916, CL1560924, CL1560938, CL1561830, CL1563744, CL1563833, CS1660650, CS1660790, CS1660925, and CS1661065, and to the seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny of each or any of these cultivars, and methods of using CL1560882, CL1560913, CL1560916, CL1560924, CL1560938, CL1561830, CL1563744, CL1563833, CS1660650, CS1660790, CS1660925, or CS1661065 in a breeding program.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: SYNGENTA PARTICIPATIONS AGInventors: Joseph William Strottman, Brian Scott Erdahl, Clay Brady Cole
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Publication number: 20190246595Abstract: The present invention is in the field of soybean variety CL1561364, CL1561493, ES1667863, CL1564075, CL1564132, CL1564454, and CL1564197 breeding and development. The present invention particularly relates to the soybean variety CL1561364, CL1561493, ES1667863, CL1564075, CL1564132, CL1564454, and CL1564197 and to the seed, cells, germplasm, plant parts, and progeny of each or any of these cultivars, and methods of using CL1561364, CL1561493, ES1667863, CL1564075, CL1564132, CL1564454, and/or CL1564197 in a breeding program.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 15, 2018Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: SYNGENTA PARTICIPATIONS AGInventors: Clay Brady Cole, Brian Scott Erdahl