Abstract: A novel hybrid pumpkin plant, designated HMX6821 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of hybrid pumpkin designated HMX6821, to the plants and plant parts of hybrid pumpkin designated HMX6821, and to methods for producing a pumpkin plant by crossing the hybrid pumpkin HMX6821 with itself or another pumpkin plant.

Abstract: The semi-dwarf, mid-season, medium grain rice variety MM17 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds and plants of the semi-dwarf, mid-season, medium grain rice variety MM17. The invention also relates to methods for producing a rice plant produced by crossing the semi-dwarf, mid-season, medium grain rice variety MM17 with itself or another variety.

Abstract: Inbred corn line, designated KW6Q1515, are disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of inbred corn line KW6Q1515, to the plants and plant parts of inbred corn line KW6Q1515 and to methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, by crossing inbred corn line KW6Q1515 with itself or another corn line. The invention also relates to products produced from the seeds, plants, or parts thereof, of inbred corn line KW6Q1515 and/or of the hybrids produced using the inbred as a parent. The invention further relates to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic plants produced by that method and to methods for producing other corn lines derived from inbred corn line KW6Q1515.

Abstract: Inbred corn line, designated KW7P1484, are disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of inbred corn line KW7P1484, to the plants and plant parts of inbred corn line KW7P1484 and to methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, by crossing inbred corn line KW7P1484 with itself or another corn line. The invention also relates to products produced from the seeds, plants, or parts thereof, of inbred corn line KW7P1484 and/or of the hybrids produced using the inbred as a parent. The invention further relates to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic plants produced by that method and to methods for producing other corn lines derived from inbred corn line KW7P1484.

Abstract: Inbred corn line, designated KW9FD1634, are disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of inbred corn line KW9FD1634, to the plants and plant parts of inbred corn line KW9FD1634 and to methods for producing a corn plant, either inbred or hybrid, by crossing inbred corn line KW9FD1634 with itself or another corn line. The invention also relates to products produced from the seeds, plants, or parts thereof, of inbred corn line KW9FD1634 and/or of the hybrids produced using the inbred as a parent. The invention further relates to methods for producing a corn plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic plants produced by that method and to methods for producing other corn lines derived from inbred corn line KW9FD1634.

Abstract: A novel hybrid tomato plant, designated HM 2194 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of hybrid tomato designated HM 2194, to the plants and plant parts of hybrid tomato designated HM 2194, and to methods for producing a tomato plant by crossing the hybrid tomato HM 2194 with itself or another tomato plant.

Abstract: A system and method for verifying proper milking system performance during the milking process. The system and method incorporates an integral function within a pulsator valve device that routinely performs functional evaluations and is capable of reporting results to the user. An additional air valve apparatus can be used to supply additional air to the pulsator valve device.

Abstract: An automated cow teat spray is an apparatus that includes a plurality of lasers, a control assembly, a spray unit, and a solenoid unit.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for enabling an individual having a cat allergy to have a cat as a pet. Such a method can include quantitatively determining a threshold in the individual for an environmental level of an allergen produced by the cat and selecting a cat or a breed of cat that creates an environmental level of the allergen that is less than the threshold. Additionally, such a method can include lowering the allergens disseminated by the cat by treating the environment inhabited by the cat during a time period where the cat expresses elevated allergens.

Abstract: A catch drawer litter box for the recovery of litter and prevention of unwanted dispersal outside of a litter box. The catch drawer litter box generally includes a base and a cover. The base generally comprises a recovery region, a litter region, and a base divider separating these two regions. The litter region generally comprises a litter container configured for the receipt of litter comprising litter particles. Recovery region generally comprises a grate with openings large enough to allow passage of litter particles and a recovery drawer configured for removable deposition within the recovery region via an opening in the base. The recovery drawer is configured to receive at least a portion of the particles of litter that may pass through the openings in the grate.

Abstract: A cat litter scoop is provided, which includes a handle component, and a user replaceable scoop attachment. When a scoop attachment is inserted into the handle component, a scoop body contacts with a grip area within the body of the handle component. Further insertion force deflects the grip allowing the body of the scoop attachment to pass over grip teeth. The force of the deflection in concert with the geometry of the grip teeth help to retain the scoop attachment within the handle portion When a button is depressed, a protrusion beneath the button is translated into contact with the grip via a contact surface. As the button is further depressed, it deflects the grip in the same direction as the travel of the button. This move's the grip's teeth away from the scoop allowing the scoop to release from the handle component.

Abstract: The pet cage includes a base, a top net plate and a plurality of side net plates, wherein the side net plates are sequentially connected end to end to form a fence space, the bottom of the fence space is connected with the base, and the top of the fence space is connected with the top net plate; a connecting structures for connecting adjacent side net plates with each other are arranged between the adjacent side net plates, and the connecting structure includes a clamping hook arranged on one side net plate and a clamping tongue arranged on the other side net plate for clamping and locking the clamping hook. Therefore, the invention has the advantages of simple manufacturing process, quick and convenient installation, high connection strength, safety and reliability.

Abstract: A removable and safe covering adapted to be placed over the entire length of an existing ladder thereby covering the rungs and the spaces therebetween and providing a surface for animals to be able to traverse upwards and downwards along the length of the ladder without falling between the rungs and becoming injured.

Abstract: A pet feeding system includes a generally hollow main body having openings along the top surface for receiving a food dish and a water dish. A fan is positioned along another opening in the bottom surface of the main body that is located in line with the food dish. A heating plate having a removable tray is positioned between the fan and the food dish. The tray is constructed from a heat conducting material and imparts heat from the heating plate onto a material. Aroma produced by the scented material is moved by the fan toward air vents in the food bowl, and a pair of locking rings secure the bowls to the main body to prevent a pet from accessing the scented material.

Abstract: A feeding apparatus includes a storage chamber, an ejection channel and a discharging adjustment structure. The storage chamber has a discharging hole. The ejection channel communicates with the storage chamber through the discharging hole. The discharging adjustment structure is disposed in the storage chamber and includes a fixing member and a baffle. The fixing member is disposed on a side wall of the storage chamber and is adjacent to the discharging hole. The baffle is movably disposed on the fixing member, and one end of the baffle is adjacent to the discharging hole.

Abstract: In accordance with embodiments disclosed herein, there are provided methods and systems for real-time beef cattle monitoring utilizing Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID) based technologies.

Abstract: One variation of a method for autonomously training an animal includes: loading an autonomous training protocol for the animal onto a training apparatus configured to dispense units of a primary reinforcer responsive to behaviors performed by the animal; during an autonomous training session for the animal, accessing a video feed of a working field near the training apparatus, detecting the animal in the video feed, and executing the first autonomous training protocol; calculating a training score for the autonomous training session based on behaviors performed by the animal during the autonomous training session; selecting a manual training protocol, from a set of manual training protocols, based on the training score; generating a prompt to execute the first manual training protocol with the animal during a first manual training session; and transmitting the prompt to a user associated with the animal.

Abstract: The utility model discloses a dual-purpose dog training device including a remote controller and a receiver. The remote controller is provided with a function switching key. A main control board is connected to at least one of a vibration motor or an ultrasonic generator or an electric shock electrode. The main control board is provided with a dog training control unit and a bark stopping control unit, respectively. The dog training control unit or the bark stopping control unit is separately connected to the vibration motor or the ultrasonic generator or the electric shock electrode, respectively. The main control board receives an instruction of the function switching key to switch a control unit for controlling the vibration motor or the ultrasonic generator or the electric shock electrode between the dog training control unit and the bark stopping control unit, so as to switch an operating mode of the receiver between a dog training mode and a bark stopping mode.

Abstract: A dog chew is stiff and is made of plastic material, and the dog chew contains: a first body, a second body, and a connection member. The first body is separately connected with the second body by ways of the connection member so as to define a first groove and a second groove among the first body, the connection member, and the second body. Each of the first body and the second body includes multiple pillars extending outward therefrom, and the multiple pillars are separated from one another. Each of the first groove and the second groove includes multiple pegs extending outward therefrom, and the multiple pegs are separated from one another. Each of the multiple pillars and the multiple pegs is formed in a sharp cone or a sharp column shape.

Abstract: A chew resistant, adjustable animal collar having a semi-rigid but flexible insert affixed therein to increase durability thereof. The chew resistant, adjustable animal collar including a first metal wire affixed to a first peripheral edge of and spanning substantially an entire length of a longitudinal axis of the insert. The chew resistant, adjustable animal collar further including a second metal wire affixed to a second peripheral edge of the insert on an opposing side thereof relative to the first peripheral edge of the insert with the second metal wire also spanning substantially the entire length of the longitudinal axis of the insert.

Abstract: A quick-release extension for a pet leash includes a central portion, and a wrist loop extending from one end of the central portion. A strap is secured to another end of the central portion. The central portion includes a quick release mechanism moveable between an engaged position and a release position. In the engaged position, the quick release mechanism engages a portion of the strap, and a leash loop is formed by a length of the strap between a first end of the strap and the engaged portion of the strap. In the release position, the quick release mechanism is disengaged from the strap. The quick release mechanism may be biased towards the closed position. The quick release mechanism may be configured to be disengaged from the strap in response to the release grip being moved towards the wrist loop.

Abstract: An interchangeable pet accessory is an apparatus that easily and securely worn by a pet. The apparatus includes a main strap and at least one band. The main strap is a visible accent for the pet along the back of the pet. The at least one band secures the main strap around the neck of the pet. The at least one band preferably includes a neck-bracing band. The main strap may be fixed with the at least one band or removably attached with a main fastener. The apparatus may further include at least one first decorative ornament and at least one second decorative ornament that visually distinguishes the main strap and the at least one band, respectively. Various embodiments of the apparatus may further include a hip-bracing band, a tail-bracing band, a belly-bracing band, and a headpiece. Each band further accentuates and accessorizes the pet.

Abstract: A pet leash with interchangeable attachments is an apparatus that intends to provide pet owners a convenient way of aesthetically matching a collar/harness of a pet, to the handle of the leash. Further, it is an aim of the apparatus to enable users to hold multiple items, such as small accessories, disposable waste bags, treats for the pet etc., as they take a stroll with their pet on the leash. In order to accomplish this, the apparatus comprises a handle, at least one accessory strap attachment with a sealed pouch/bag, and a leash. Furthermore, the handle, the strap attachments and the leash are detachably connected with the help of multiple fasteners. Thus, the apparatus allows users to have a combination of attachments as part of their pet leash, that are both aesthetically pleasing as well as convenient.

Abstract: A cart for supporting either the fore quarters or the hind quarters of a disabled animal to allow for improved movement of the disabled animal. The cart configured for coupling to the animal and having a frame, the frame comprising a first rail and a second rail parallel to the first rail. The cart having a pair of hemispherical shaped wheels having an adjustable height and coupled to the first rail and the second rail. The cart including a halo having an arcuate shape that extends from the first rail to the second rail substantially surrounding the frame, wherein the halo is an exterior most structure of the device.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described for selecting a sound type of interest from a first (e.g., master/global) machine learning library comprising information derived from reference audio stream data acquired from a plurality of farm animal operation reference sound monitoring events, including from a first farm animal operation monitoring event of a first farm animal operation, wherein the sound type of interest is associated with a condition state of interest of a first collection of farm animals. Further, information associated with the selected sound type of interest can be included a second machine learning library, wherein the second machine learning library is operational on an edge computing device located in proximity to a second farm animal operation.

Abstract: Implementations described and claimed herein involve an easy fill bird feeding system. In one implementation, a depression is received of a release button on a cap assembly connected to a body defining a reservoir. The cap assembly has a cap opening providing access to the reservoir. A lid of the cap assembly is released at a first side upon the depression of the release button. The lid is moved from a closed position to an open position using a bias of a spring assembly upon the release of the lid. The lid moves from the closed position to the open position along a rotation path created by a hinge at a second side. The lid is held in the open position by the spring bias, and the open position provides access to the reservoir through the cap opening. Birdseed is received through the cap opening into the reservoir.

Abstract: A dorsal aortic injection method of chicken embryos for improving transgenic efficiency, comprising the following steps: injecting adeno-associated virus particles into the dorsal aorta of each 2.5-day-old chicken embryo outside eggshell, individually transferring the injected chicken embryos into their recipient eggshells (coming from double yolk eggs), and proceeding to hatch. The disclosure realizes the outside-eggshell injection of the chicken embryo dorsal aorta through the modified dorsal aortic injection method, improves the accuracy of injection, and also realizes the direct observation of the development process of the chicken embryos.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and apparatus, including computer programs encoded on computer-storage media, for sea lice mitigation. In some implementations, a method includes obtaining multiple observations of a population of reference fish across a period of time, generating, from the multiple observations, a record for each reference fish that indicates an extent of sea lice infestation for the reference fish across the period of time, training, based on the records, a model that determines a predicted health indicator for a fish, obtaining an image of a sample fish that is not in the population of reference fish, determining, based on the image of the sample fish and with the model, a predicted health indicator for the sample fish, and selectively initiating sea lice mitigation based on the predicted health indicator.

Abstract: A computerized system of performing fish census which otherwise requires high level of domain knowledge and expertise is described. Divers with minimal knowledge of fish can obtain high quality population and species distribution measurements using a stereo camera rig and fish video analyzer software that was developed. The system has two major components: a camera rig and software for fish size, density and biomass estimation. The camera rig consists of a simple stand on which one to four pairs of stereo cameras are mounted to take videos of the benthic floor for a few minutes. The collected videos are uploaded to a server which performs stereo analysis and image recognition. The software produces video clips containing estimates of fish size, density and species biodiversity and a log report containing information about the individual fishes for further end user analysis.

Abstract: A trap lifter is described here in comprising a slider mounted to a mount at one end through a hinge and a lifter tube at the other end. The slider is preferably in telescopic communication with the lifter tube. The lifter tube is connected with a hinge connector to a connector piece with a hook at the end. When the mount is secured to the side of a boat, it allows the user to hook a trap and lift the trap without needing to lean over the edge of the boat.

Abstract: A self-movable artificial bait fish and to a method for controlling a self-movable artificial bait fish are disclosed. The self-movable artificial bait fish (1) comprises control means, a tail-end drive (330) and a head-end drive (340). The control means comprise at least one fastening means (130, 130?) for fastening a connecting line (10) to an angler (2), and the position of a fastening point (230) on the fastening means (130, 130?) in the direction of movement y can be arranged in the region from the rear extremity at the tail end (5) to a position behind the position of the drive point (220).

Abstract: An improved and efficient ice-fishing tip-up spool having a generally cylindrical shape comprising an arbor configured within a first side wall and a second side wall, wherein the arbor has a diameter larger than conventional ice fishing tip-up spools. The larger arbor on the improved and efficient spool decreases the amount of fishing line required to have a full spool which can be achieved with less than 100 feet of fishing line. The large arbor spool also comprises a handle which is integrated onto the second wall and makes the spooling and re-spooling quicker in combination with the larger arbor as the fishing line spooled on per revolution is more than the fishing line spooled on per revolution by conventional ice fishing tip-up spools.

Abstract: The fishing rod handling device is an apparatus that can reduce the amount of stress received by wrists of users when reeling in game fish. To accomplish this, the device includes a handle attachment and a forearm grip attachment that may be detachably mounted onto a fishing rod. The handle attachment allows a user to hold the fishing rod in a comfortable position, since the handle attachment is oriented in a direction perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the fishing rod. Further, the forearm grip attachment allows users to rest their forearms in a stable position, such that users may hold the handle attachment with their wrists and forearms in alignment. Additionally, a shoulder strap may be attached to the handle attachment, to provide additional support. Thus, the device allows for a strong and stable grip without causing any wrist injuries when reeling in game fish.

Abstract: There is disclosed a securing strap for an equine hoof boot, the strap being configured for securing the boot to the hoof at a location above a horses coronary band and for fixing to the boot at generally central locations on the front and rear of the boot, wherein the strap has two sections, each section extending either side of the horses pastern bone, the two sections coming together at a location above the horses coronary band for securement to the hoof. There is also disclosed an equine boot comprising such a strap extending between ventral and dorsal positions of the boot to secure the boot to the hoof.

Abstract: Automatic detection and elimination of mites through laser exposure is provided. In various embodiments, light is emitted into a target area from at least one light source. Light reflected from a target within the target area is detected by at least one photodetector. A signal is produced proportional to an intensity of the reflected light. A laser pulse is emitted into the target area by a laser emitter when the signal exceeds a predetermined threshold.

Abstract: An agricultural vehicle is provided herein that includes a chassis operably coupled with a powertrain control system. A boom assembly is operably coupled with the chassis. One or more nozzles is positioned along the boom assembly. A flow control assembly is configured to selectively dispense an agricultural product from a tank through the one or more nozzles. A controller is operably coupled with the powertrain control system and the boom assembly. The controller includes a processor and associated memory with the memory storing instructions that, when implemented by the processor, configure the controller to receive instructions to accelerate or decelerate the vehicle and alter a flow rate of the agricultural product through actuation of the flow control assembly in response to receiving instructions to accelerate or decelerate the vehicle.

Abstract: A variable width agricultural applicator is provided. The variable width agricultural applicator is attachable to a boom to apply a liquid to a crop in rows. The variable width agricultural sprayer includes a drop tube and a splitter downstream of the drop tube. The splitter is fluidly connected to the drop tube. A pair of flexible delivery tubes is fluidly connected to the splitter. Each one of the pair of flexible delivery tubes has a predetermined bend.

Abstract: The invention is that of systems of methods for preserving vital assets such as human organs in transit. An exemplary system may include a central software application and processor for storing vital asset identifying information in a database and displaying real-time transit information in relation to the asset to authenticated users. Application programming interfaces are provided to allow authenticated users to monitor location and environmental data transmitted from the proximity of the asset to the central software application for processing and display on graphical user interfaces. An exemplary system enables methods of reallocating freight from a first to a second transportation asset to avoid delays and prolonged exposures to adverse environmental conditions. In certain embodiments, unmanned aerial systems may be deployed to intervene in the transit channel and overcome such delays or exposures.

Abstract: Provided herein are improved methods for the formulation of compositions comprising placental stem cells, and improved compositions and cell formulations produced thereby.

Abstract: In various aspects, there are provided compositions used for the transportation and/or cryopreservation of cells, tissues or organs The transportation and/or cryopreservation compositions comprise at least naringenin, a buffering system and a sugar component. In some embodiments, the cells, tissues or organs are human hair follicles, cells derived from human hair follicles or cells derived from urine.

Abstract: A portable, ex vivo perfusion system for preserving detached biological tissue includes a receptacle for housing the tissue in a normothermic environment, a perfusion core to pump perfusate through the tissue via at least one conduit, at least one detection device to measure parameters during perfusion, and at least one parameter control device to maintain the parameter in a predetermined threshold. The system also include a controller with instructions to receive the measured parameters, compare the parameters to predetermined thresholds, and when the parameters are outside the thresholds change an output of the at least one parameter control device to get the parameters within the threshold and alert a user that parameters were outside the thresholds.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a water-soluble controlled release composition for eradication or control of insects and/or vegetation in a body of water, comprising: a water-soluble polymer acting as a matrix composition which can float in water; at least one active ingredient for eradicating or controlling a targeted insect and/or vegetation, the release of the active ingredient is regulated by the gradual dissolution of the composition; a surfactant; and a binder in an amount suitable to allow for blending of the above ingredients into a matrix composition. The invention also provides methods for making the composition and using the composition.

Abstract: Described herein is a poly-lysine derivative obtained by a process including heating an aqueous lysine solution to boiling, increasing a temperature of the aqueous lysine solution to a reaction temperature in the range of about 105° C. to about 180° C., and keeping the reaction temperature in the range of about 105° C. to about 180° C. until (i) a melt viscosity of the reaction mixture is in the range of about 350 mPa*s to about 6,500 mPa*s, and (ii) an amine number in the range of about 100 mg KOH/g to about 500 mg KOH/g is achieved. The process also includes adding alkyl-carboxylic acid or alkenyl-carboxylic acid in amounts of 2.5 mol % to 10 mol %, and increasing or keeping the reaction temperature in the range of about 105° C. to about 180° C. until number of free alkyl-carboxylic acid or alkenyl-carboxylic acid is ?9% by weight.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a composition. In an embodiment, the composition includes a pest repellent, a barrier polymer, and an ethylene-based polymer. The barrier polymer has a melt temperature, Tm, from 175C to less than 270C. The barrier polymer is selected from the group consisting of one or more polyamides, one or more polyesters, and combinations thereof. Also disclosed is an irrigation tube having an annular wall.

Abstract: The invention relates to the technical field of thickener combinations for crop protection formulations with high salt content, in particular herbicidal formulations, and formulations containing said adjuvant combinations, as well as methods for producing said formulations. In a preferred embodiment, the instant invention relates to aqueous formulations of water-soluble active ingredients, in particular aqueous formulations of saltlike active ingredients, and especially to formulations containing glufosinate and or glyfosate, in combination with at least one further water insoluble active ingredient, which is suspended in the formulation, wherein the formulations contain a high salt content.

Abstract: Agricultural products, such as pesticides, plant growth regulators, fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, may be formulated to include one or more surfactants, from one or more surfactant classes, such as derivatives of amino acids that have surface-active properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of reducing crop damage by treating the seed of the crop with the safener before sowing. This can be done in addition to the use of crop protection combinations/compositions, in particular herbicide/safener combinations and compositions comprising thereof, which are highly suitable to protect crops from herbicide damage in pre-and post-emergence treatments.

Abstract: An antimicrobial nonwoven wet wipe includes i) a fibrous nonwoven substrate bonded with a crosslinkable VAE dispersion stabilized with one or more cationic vinyl alcohol-N-vinyl amine copolymer protective colloids, and ii) an aqueous lotion containing a cationic disinfectants absorbed in the nonwoven substrate. No anionic surfactants are present. The antimicrobial nonwoven wet wipes are produced by a) applying an aqueous composition including a crosslinkable VAE dispersion stabilized with one or more cationic vinyl alcohol-N-vinyl amine copolymers to a nonwoven substrate; b) drying; and c) applying an aqueous composition to the product of step b). At least one of the first and second aqueous com-positions includes a cationic disinfectant.

Abstract: Herbicide-adjuvant composition compositions for controlling weed plants are disclosed. A herbicide-adjuvant composition includes a phenoxy-based herbicide and a petroleum-based adjuvant. The petroleum-based adjuvant may include a mixture of alicyclic hydrocarbons ranging from C17 to C29 and a hydro-treated heavy naphthenic distillate. The herbicide-adjuvant composition may include a viscosity modifier. Also disclosed are granules coated in a herbicide-adjuvant composition. The granule may be a fertilizer granule or a carrier granule. A method of controlling a weed plant including spreading a plurality of granules coated with a herbicide-adjuvant composition on the weed plant. The phenoxy-based herbicide and the petroleum-based adjuvant are spread on the weed plant in a single step.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides acaricidal compounds, i.e. compounds 3c {3,6}, 3c {4,6}, 3c {3, 3}, 3c {4,3} and 3c {6,6}, that are effective in killing Varroa destructor mites while being harmless to honey bees.