Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X90N362 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X90N362 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X90N362 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X90N362, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X90N362 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X90N362 and methods of using maize variety X90N362 are disclosed.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X95N793 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X95N793 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X95N793 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X95N793, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X95N793 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X95N793 and methods of using maize variety X95N793 are disclosed.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to melon variety NUN 67138 MEM as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof. NUN 67138 MEM is a Galia tropical melon variety with long shelf life, excellent shipping quality, firm rind texture, mild flesh flavor, and no flesh aroma, comprising resistance to Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. melonis Race 1 and Muskmelon Necrotic Spot Virus (MNSV).

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X00N538 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X00N538 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X00N538 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X00N538, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X00N538 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X00N538 and methods of using maize variety X00N538 are disclosed.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X85N946 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X85N946 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X85N946 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X85N946, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X85N946 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X85N946 and methods of using maize variety X85N946 are disclosed.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X85P995 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X85P995 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X85P995 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X85P995, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X85P995 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X85P995 and methods of using maize variety X85P995 are disclosed.

Abstract: 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.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein a frothing assembly (21) to froth milk in a container (11). The assembly (21) includes: a body (25); a motor (33) fixed to the body and having an output shaft (34) that is rotatably driven about a longitudinal axis (35) of the shaft (34); a frothing device (36) rotatably driven by the shaft (34) and to be submerged in the milk in the container (11); and a perforated member (43) at least partly surrounding the frothing device (36) and spaced from the frothing device (36) by a clearance (44), wherein rotation of the frothing device (36) causes movement of milk in the clearance (44) and movement of milk through the perforated member (43) to be circulated back through the container (11) and the clearance (44) to cause frothing of the milk.

Abstract: An intelligent defecation device for living creature includes a device body, a supporting portion, an image module, and a first analysis module. The supporting portion is formed within the inner side of the device body for accommodating a moisture absorption member so as to allow the living creature to leave over its excrement therein. The image module is also arranged at the device body for dynamically capturing the images of the excrement in the supporting portion and outputting the image. The first analysis module is arranged in the device body and connected with the image module to analyze and calculate the defecation mode with the image based on preset or accumulated data, so as to generate a signal when an abnormal defecation mode is diagnosed.

Abstract: Animal carriers for transporting animals, such as pets are described. An animal carrier includes one or more carrier portions, such as a carrying panel, having an absorbent fabric that allows the carrier to be used to dry or clean the animal. The animal carrier includes several straps attached at the front and rear edges of the carrying portion to allow the carrier to be carried over the shoulder and to provide stability for the animal in the carrier. The carrier has an opening to allow the animal to see its surroundings and owner. Other embodiments are also described and claimed.

Abstract: A releasable securing arrangement for securing a moveable object. A hook arrangement is attached to the moveable object. A releasable connection is attached to a fixed object. A strap extends between the hook arrangement and the releasable connection. The hook arrangement is attached to a first end section of the strap. The releasable connection is attached to a second end section of the strap. The releasable connection includes first and second interlocking parts, the first interlocking part being longitudinally spaced from the second interlocking part along the strap. A foldable strap area extends between the first interlocking part and the second interlocking part to enclose the fixed object, the first and second interlocking parts meeting and interlocking at one side of the fixed object. The interlocked first and second interlocking parts separate when force applied onto the releasable connection by the moveable object exceeds a predetermined force limit.

Abstract: A device for remote feeding of animals, particularly marine animals, such as sharks. The device which can be used over and over again, and makes it possible to control the rate at which food is supplied to the sharks, so that the feeder, who is located in a boat and not in the water, can vary the food delivery depending on the number of sharks. The device allows sharks to feed in a natural way, and, importantly, not associate food with humans. The food can be dispensed at an optimal rate so that there is no waste, reducing the amount of food necessary to attract and retain sharks.

Abstract: The present invention relates to water feeder technical field, more particularly to a filter assembly and a portable water feeder. The filter assembly includes a tray and a filter piece; the tray comprises a bottom frame with a bottom plate and a supporting wall and a supporting ring, the supporting wall is arranged around its circumference of the bottom plate and extends upward, the supporting wall and the bottom plate are jointly surrounded to form a cavity, and the bottom plate is provided with a number of filter holes; the supporting ring is arranged above the bottom frame and is connected to its top of the supporting wall, the filter piece is placed in the cavity. When the filter assembly is used, water flows from the filter hole into the filter piece, and the filter assembly has the advantages of simple and compact structure.

Abstract: A method of activating a pet tracking device to communicate with a wireless communication network is performed by a user equipment (UE). The method includes pairing the pet tracking device with UE, where pairing the pet tracking device with the UE includes receiving, at the UE via a first radio access technology (RAT), a unique device identifier of the pet tracking device. The UE then sends the unique device identifier to a pet tracking server of the wireless communication network. The pet tracking server is configured to enable the pet tracking device to communicate with the wireless communication network via a second RAT independent of the UE in response to receiving the unique device identifier.

Abstract: A portable pet drying apparatus is disclosed. Embodiments of the portable pet drying apparatus include a connectable frame. The connectable frame including a plurality of detachably connected members. The portable pet drying apparatus also including a detachable water-resistant cover. The detachable water-resistant cover detachably connected to the connectable frame to form a top surface, bottom surface, front surface, back surface, first side surface and second side surface defining an interior chamber. The front surface having an opening extending therethrough for a pet to enter and exit the interior chamber of the portable pet drying apparatus. In some embodiments, the connectable frame is movable between a stowed position where the interior chamber is at least partially collapsed and a deployed position where the connectable frame is extended so that the detachable water resistant cover defines the interior chamber of the portable pet drying apparatus.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to an apparatus for remotely treating an animal with an agent comprising: a launcher adapted to hold an agent and propel the agent in a treatment dose over a distance to an animal in response to a trigger command; an electronic reader module comprising: a communication interface arranged to receive an identification signal from a sensor associated with an animal; a trigger interface arranged to detect a trigger command to the launcher; and a means to record in a memory the treatment of the animal identified from electronic sensor and treated by the launcher.

Abstract: An article of clothing for use with an animal having adjustable length leggings is provided. The article of clothing has a plurality of leggings sized to cover a portion of the animal's legs, either two or four of the legs. Internal to the leggings are one or more straps that may be utilized to secure, via a fastener system, the leggings in a rolled up arrangement. By utilizing the adjustable leggings, appropriate levels of warmth and comfort may be provided for the animal.

Abstract: An animal capturing net having a simple mechanism is provided to capture cats or dogs safely and easily. The animal capturing net comprises a net having an upper opening portion, a lower bottom portion, and a prescribed depth D that separates the opening portion and the bottom portion, and a frame that is coupled with the net along an opening edge portion of the net. The frame is constituted to comprise a set of two operating frames facing each other so that they can be operated independently.

Abstract: A highly automated system and method for predicting, identifying and quantifying unique phenotypes of an animal that are beneficial for enhancing the performance, well-being and profitability of animals in a given production environment based on analysis of data from high frequency weight measurements of a feed.

Abstract: A bird feeder includes a pushbutton activated positioning mechanism in a hub of a hinged cover for fastening or unfastening a rope having a bottom end secured to a feeding pan. The cover is releasably secured to a seed container by a latch. Together they prevent the cover from being accidentally disengaged from the seed container.

Abstract: The invention relates to a feeder with a small stimulating feed trough, consisting of a tray (2) for supplying liquid food and a frame (1) for providing food in solid form. Inside the frame (1) a small stimulating feed trough (8) is placed to provide syrup to the bees when the beekeeper deems it necessary. The trough (8) has a lid (11) with a sieve (12) to protect the food from exogenous agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a movable aquaculture platform suitable for offshore onboard cabin culture and open culture. The aquaculture platform includes a hull with a propulsion system and an onboard control system. A recess recessed downwards based on a plane of a main deck is provided between the front and rear of the hull. Both sides of the recess are formed into an open structure corresponding to double sides of the hull. The recess is provided with a closed cage. The cage and the recess together constitute an open culture cabin. An internal space of the cage is used for culture. The hull is provided with a closed culture cabin below the recess. The present invention can flexibly switch between an onboard closed cabin culture mode, an onboard open cage culture mode and a mixed mode thereof according to different working conditions.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for breeding the commercial strains of red feather pink-shell laying hens. It provides a primer pair for identifying the red feather causative mutation homozygous genotype of white leghorn chickens, which is composed of the single-stranded DNA molecule shown in Sequence 2 of the Sequence List and the single-stranded DNA molecule shown in Sequence 3 of the list. After the primer was designed according to the upstream and downstream nucleotide sequences of the 18,288,303rd deoxynucleotide in the positive-sense strand of the 11th chromosome as shown in the sequence information of the chicken reference genome Gallus_gallus-4.

Abstract: The invention relates to an insect breeding device. The insect breeding device comprising at least one insect cage; a bin for holding a cleaning liquid; a first pipe connected to the bin for receiving the cleaning liquid, wherein the pipe is entering the at least one insect cage through a first opening; a nozzle, coupled to the first pipe, positioned inside the at least one insect cage configured to deliver the cleaning liquid to the interior of the at least one insect cage; and a second pipe, coupled to a second opening, different from the first opening, in the at least one insect cage, configured to drain the cleaning liquid and the debris from the at least one insect cage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biological control composition comprising at least arthropod biological control agents and astigmatid mite eggs. The invention also relates to the use of astigmatid mite eggs as a nutrient source for arthropod biological control agents. The invention also relates to a biological control composition comprising at least one population of arthropod biological control agents, a nutrient source comprising astigmatid mite eggs, and optionally, a support and/or dissemination substrate. Finally, the present invention further relates to a method for rearing arthropods from astigmatid mite eggs as a nutrient source.

Abstract: A stretchable scoop net includes a frame, a handle, and a lock sleeve, wherein the annular or encircling frame is provided with a tubular installation part formed with external pin holes and guide cavities; the handle penetrates through the installation part and is able to axially move into the frame along the installation part; and the lock sleeve is arranged in the handle and is provided with elastic lock pins which enter the installation part via the guide cavities when the handle moves out of the frame and stretch into the external pin holes after the handle is rotated.

Abstract: The present invention is a fishing lure comprising of two tail fins and a vertical axis propeller positioned vertically in between the two tail fins. This design causes that the lure go through a type of produce more water spray and to be more attractive in the water. The body of the lure may also comprise of several movable portions, which when combined with the movement of the propeller result in a life like fish movement to better attract fish. The vertical axis propeller is mounted on a rod between the tail fins and can be rotate freely and easily upon said rod member by the stream of water. Motion is imparted to the propeller by the action of the water as the lure is drawn by the fisherman through the water.

Abstract: The present invention is an interchangeable weight assembly adaptable to quickly and easily be placed on a fishing lure for the purpose of increasing and decreasing the fishing weight. The fishing weight of the present invention comprises of a weight body and a connecting member, which provide connectors to connect the fishing weight to the fishing line and fishing lure. The fishing weight body is centrally bored to build a channel in which the connecting member can slidably be inserted and supported tightly therein and be quickly and easily removed by a novel mechanism of the present invention to change the fishing weight to selectively decrease or increase the weight of the fishing lure and the hook.

Abstract: A device for controlling at least one insect bait station, in particular for insects harmful to humans, animals and plants, in which the bait station is provided with: at least one container provided with an insect entrance opening, the container containing bait and being at least partially transparent or translucent, a lighting device lighting the inside of the container but located outside same, a telecommunication module and a printed circuit comprising, inter alia, a memory and a processor connected to said telecommunication means. The device comprises an optical sensor essentially opposite the lighting device, and connected to the printed circuit, which measures the general opacity caused by the insect(s) in the container, the corresponding value being transmitted for processing and analysis of the status of the bait station.

Abstract: A pest control device for attracting and exterminating flying insects. A pest control housing is provided with a light source to attract pests, the light source being proximate an access aperture through which pests can fly. The pest control housing has sealable upper and lower structures and attachment means for connecting the upper and lower structures to each other. A power supply operatively connected to the light source is located in the lower structure with a lamp removably attached to a socket within a central location of the lower structure. A container in the housing is filled with a lipid solution for drowning the attracted flying insects.

Abstract: A device for subjecting a flying insect to lethal radiation. The device has a measurement beam source for producing a measurement beam, a deflection unit for deflecting the measurement beam, a lethal radiation source for producing a lethal beam and a measurement beam detector. The measurement detector has a photodetector element, the deflection unit and the measurement beam detector are arranged and cooperate such that the measurement beam sweeps the detector surface of the measurement beam detector. The device includes an evaluation unit connected to the measurement detector and the lethal light source to determine an attenuation time period of an attenuation of the measurement beam between the deflection unit and the detector surface and to control the lethal light source depending on said attenuation time to emit a lethal beam impulse. A method for subjecting a flying insect to lethal radiation is also provided.

Abstract: A tick remover device includes a substantially flat body defining a substantially v-shaped notch on one surface; a sharp point on another surface; and packaging material enclosing the flat body. A tick remover device can also include a substantially flat body defining a substantially v-shaped notch on one surface or edge; a sharp point on an another surface; and a protective member covering the sharp point to protect a user from the sharp point during use of the v-shaped notch. A packaged tick remover device as well as a method for using the packaged tick remover device are also disclosed.

Abstract: An agricultural vehicle includes a frame, a first reservoir coupled to the frame with the first reservoir configured to hold a solvent, a second reservoir coupled to the frame with the second reservoir configured to hold a first solute, and a third reservoir coupled to the frame with the third reservoir configured to hold a second solute different than the first solute. The agricultural vehicle also includes a spray boom coupled to the frame. The spray boom includes a first spray nozzle and a second spray nozzle. The first spray nozzle is independently operable relative to the second spray nozzle such that the first spray nozzle is configured to dispense a first solution comprising the solvent and the first solute onto an agricultural surface and the second spray nozzle is configured to dispense a second solution comprising the solvent and the second solute onto the agricultural surface.

Abstract: Folding spray implements and agricultural work vehicle equipped with folding spray implements are provided. In embodiments, the folding spray implement includes a centerframe assembly, boom assemblies mounted to opposing sides of the centerframe assembly, and an actuation system coupled to the centerframe and boom assemblies. The boom assemblies include, in turn, inner wings pivotally joined to the centerframe assembly for rotation about frame-to-wing fold joints, as well as outer wings pivotally joined to the inner wings for rotation about wing-to-wing fold joints.

Abstract: Apparatus for dispersing a hunting scent into the air adjacent a hunting location. The apparatus includes: (a) a perforated housing; (b) a container of hunting scent infused into wood and/or wood fibers; and (c) a battery powered fan, the container of hunting scent and the battery powered fan positioned within the perforated housing so that air is flowed by the fan into the perforated housing, onto the hunting scent and out of the perforated housing to disperse the hunting scent into the air adjacent a hunting location. In addition, a method for dispersing a hunting scent into the air adjacent a hunting location. The method includes the steps of flowing air onto a hunting scent and then into the air adjacent a hunting location.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for preserving organs and tissues for transplantation, and for preventing cellular injury in organs or in subjects.

Abstract: Methods for stabilizing blood samples, e.g., clinical blood samples, for storage or transportation before use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for producing compositions for the cryopreservation of biological materials, e.g. cells and proteins. The compositions comprise a polyampholyte polymer. The invention also provides certain cryopreserving compositions comprising the polyampholyte polymer.

Abstract: Use of a composition with fungicidal phytosanitary activity, which has as an active ingredient cinnamic aldehyde combined with terpene alcohol, for treatment against the disease known as powdery mildew in horticultural crops, especially of the Cucurbitaceae family, and more specifically, melon, watermelon, cucumber and courgette, as well as in pepper, strawberry and raspberry crops. The invention presented provides the main advantages of a high efficacy against powdery mildew, great stability over time, and the very low toxicity of the composition.

Abstract: Provided are materials and methods for preventing or inhibiting the growth of and/or killing a plant pathogen of the genus Phytophthora on a plant (or on a foodstuff derived from said plant).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a methods for producing bio-oils from vegetation high in lignin. The invention further relates to antimicrobial compositions comprising bio-oil extracted from vegetation high in lignin.

Abstract: With the present invention it has now been found that certain 4-trifluoromethylnicotinamide mixtures and active compound compositions comprising such mixtures are suitable for controlling nuisance, disease carrying or haematophagous (blood feeding) insects pests incl. dipteran, triatominae, culicoide and cimicidae insect pests by knockdown or by or blood feed inhibition. In one embodiment, dipteran pests are selected from flies, biting midges and mosquitoes, including insecticide-resistant flies, midges and mosquitoes, as well as fly, midge and mosquito vectors of pathogenic disease. Target cimicidae insect pests are selected from bed bugs. Target triatominae pests are selected from kissing bugs Other aspects of the present invention will also be apparent in the detailed description which follows.

Abstract: The present invention refers to an Arthropoda repellent composition providing long-term protection, in particular against insects and ticks.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a fungicidal combination comprising at least one azole fungicide and a second agrochemically active fungicide.

Abstract: The present invention provides an imide derivative represented by the following formula (1): wherein R1 is substituted by a substituent such as an isothiazolyl group, Q is substituted by a substituent such as a thiophenyl group, and A is substituted by a substituent such as a pyrazolyl group, and an agricultural and horticultural fungicide offering an excellent fungicidal effect in agricultural and horticultural situations, which is characterized by containing the imide derivative as an active ingredient.

Abstract: A composition is provided for controlling pests containing a carboxamide compound represented by the following formula (I): wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a fluorine atom, and one or more compounds selected from the following group (A), wherein the group (A) is a group consisting of a compound represented by the following formula (II): and a compound represented by the following formula (III): which has an excellent efficacy for controlling pests.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition comprising a mixture of components (A) and (B), wherein components (A) and (B) are as defined in claim 1, and use of the compositions in agriculture or horticulture for controlling or preventing infestation of plants by phytopathogenic microorganisms, preferably fungi.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heterocyclylaminophenyloxadiazole and derivatives thereof that may be used and as fungicides.

Abstract: Disclosed are solutions having ozone in designated doses, and ozonized oil in nano or micron scales, and also methods of production and to the use of such solutions.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for controlling pests are provided. The methods involve transforming organisms with a nucleic acid sequence encoding an insecticidal protein. In particular, the nucleic acid sequences are useful for preparing plants and microorganisms that possess insecticidal activity. Thus, transformed bacteria, plants, plant cells, plant tissues and seeds are provided. Compositions are insecticidal nucleic acids and proteins of bacterial species. The sequences find use in the construction of expression vectors for subsequent transformation into organisms of interest including plants, as probes for the isolation of other homologous (or partially homologous) genes. The pesticidal proteins find use in controlling, inhibiting growth or killing Lepidopteran, Coleopteran, Dipteran, fungal, Hemipteran and nematode pest populations and for producing compositions with insecticidal activity.