Abstract: The present invention relates to a plant factory, which provides the following effects. The mesh-shaped floor is formed through the layer division support frame in the cultivation chamber, and the floor is divided into the cultivation layers having a multi-layered structure of two or more layers, thereby minimizing input resources and maximizing space and energy utilization efficiencies.

Abstract: An apparatus for cultivating plants may include a cabinet forming a space in which plants are cultivated; a door connected to the cabinet to open and close the space; at least one bed disposed in the space and configured to support at least one seed package accommodating a medium including seeds; and at least one light assembly that radiates light to the at least one seed package on the at least one bed. The light assembly may include at least one LED module including a plurality of LED groups; a light case that covers an upper portion of the at least one LED module; and a light cover coupled to the light cover and supporting a lower portion of the at least one LED module.

Abstract: An air flow control system for an assembly line grow pod is provided. The air flow control system includes a shell including an enclosed area, one or more carts moving on a track within the enclosed area, an air supplier within the enclosed area, one or more outlet vents coupled to the air supplier, and a controller. The controller includes one or more processors, one or more memory modules, and machine readable instructions stored in the one or more memory modules that, when executed by the one or more processors, cause the controller to identify a plant on the one or more carts, determine an airflow rate based on an airflow recipe for the identified plant, and control the air supplier to output air through the one or more outlet vents at the airflow rate.

Abstract: A power-driven working device including: a working tool; a drive unit configured to drive the working tool; a control unit configured to control an output power of the drive unit; and an operating unit including a first switch and a second switch, is provided. The control unit includes a cruise control unit configured to execute cruise control to maintain the output power of the drive unit constant when a cruise switch is activated, and an output power adjustment unit configured to increase the output power of the drive unit and to continue the cruise control when the first switch is activated during the cruise control, and to decrease the output power of the drive unit and to continue the cruise control when the second switch is activated during the cruise control.

Abstract: A foldable watering pot comprises a framework, a container, and a spout. An inside of the framework is hollow. The container is detachably mounted in a hollow portion of the framework, the container is made of a soft waterproof material, and an inlet is disposed on a top of the container, and a lid is disposed on the inlet for sealingly connected with the inlet. An outlet is disposed on a side of the container, the spout is disposed at one side of the framework, the outlet is connected to the spout through a connecting device, and the spout is rotatably connected with the framework and can form a seal for the outlet. The present invention can make the container shrinkable by the above structures, and therefore the watering pot can be conveniently stored and space can be saved.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a system and method that integrate vineyard sensor data into an environment that enables analysis, historical trend analytics, spatio-temporal analytics, and weather model fusion for improved decision making from vineyard management to wine production. The integration of new sensor data from multiple soil depths with surface measurements, combined with production flow process and historical information enables new decision making capabilities. A wireless network of sensor/transmitters can be distributed to provide a 3-dimensional assessment of water movement both across the grower's field and as it moves from the surface through the root zone. The soil monitoring data stream feeds into a visualization interface that will be incorporated in software based decision aid and crop management tool that helps agricultural producers reduce costs, minimize water and nutrient applications, and better protect the environment by reducing agricultural production inputs.

Abstract: A watermelon plant that produces fruit having (i) ultra-firm flesh and/or liquid-retaining flesh and (ii) soluble solids of at least about 6 brix.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of tomato hybrid SVTM7791 and the parent lines thereof. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM7791 and the parent lines thereof, and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another tomato plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: A novel soybean variety, designated 5PZUF97 is provided. Also provided are the seeds of soybean variety 5PZUF97, cells from soybean variety 5PZUF97, plants of soybean 5PZUF97, and plant parts of soybean variety 5PZUF97. Methods provided include producing a soybean plant by crossing soybean variety 5PZUF97 with another soybean plant, methods for introgressing a transgenic trait, a mutant trait, and/or a native trait into soybean variety 5PZUF97, methods for producing other soybean varieties or plant parts derived from soybean variety 5PZUF97, and methods of characterizing soybean variety 5PZUF97. Soybean seed, cells, plants, germplasm, breeding lines, varieties, and plant parts produced by these methods and/or derived from soybean variety 5PZUF97 are further provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Lactuca sativa seed designated 41-801 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Lactuca sativa plant produced by growing the 41-801 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the lettuce cultivar, represented by lettuce variety 41-801 RZ.

Abstract: A novel hybrid cantaloupe plant, designated HMC454326 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of hybrid cantaloupe designated HMC454326, to the plants and plant parts of hybrid cantaloupe designated HMC454326, and to methods for producing a cantaloupe plant by crossing the hybrid cantaloupe HMC454326 with itself or another cantaloupe plant.

Abstract: A wheat variety designated 6PDLD01B, the plants and seeds of wheat variety 6PDLD01B, methods for producing a wheat plant produced by crossing the variety 6PDLD01B with another wheat plant, and hybrid wheat seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety 6PDLD01B with another wheat line or plant, and the creation of variants by backcrossing, mutagenesis or transformation of variety 6PDLD01B are disclosed. Methods for producing other wheat varieties or breeding lines derived from wheat variety 6PDLD01B and to wheat varieties or breeding lines produced by those methods are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of corn line SHW-6S16-8147LN. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of corn line SHW-6S16-8147LN and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of corn line SHY-6S17-3035LL. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of corn line SHY-6S17-3035LL and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The invention provides seed and plants of corn line SHW-6S16-6203LJ. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, and tissue cultures of corn line SHW-6S16-6203LJ and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: A novel maize variety designated PH4C1K and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant comprise crossing maize variety PH4C1K with another maize plant are provided. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into PH4C1K through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are provided. Hybrid maize seed, plants or plant parts are produced by crossing the variety PH4C1K or a locus conversion of PH4C1K with another maize variety.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 99240189 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 99240189, to the plants of soybean cultivar 99240189, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 99240189, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 99240189. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 99240189. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 99240189, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 99240189 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 2851015 is disclosed. Embodiments include the seeds of soybean 2851015, the plants of soybean 2851015, to plant parts of soybean 2851015, and methods for producing a soybean plant produced by crossing soybean 2851015 with itself or with another soybean variety. Embodiments include methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more genes or transgenes and the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. Embodiments also relate to soybean cultivars, breeding cultivars, plant parts, and cells derived from soybean 2851015, methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines or plant parts derived from soybean 2851015, and the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. Embodiments further include hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing 2851015 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 91210615 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 91210615, to the plants of soybean cultivar 91210615, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 91210615, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 91210615. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 91210615. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 91210615, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 91210615 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 92220615 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 92220615, to the plants of soybean cultivar 92220615, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 92220615, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 92220615. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 92220615. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 92220615, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 92220615 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 95450804 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 95450804, to the plants of soybean cultivar 95450804, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 95450804, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 95450804. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 95450804. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 95450804, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 95450804 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cotton variety, designated PX2B12W3FE, the plants and seeds of the cotton variety PX2B12W3FE, methods for producing a cotton plant, either varietal or hybrid, produced by crossing the cotton variety PX2B12W3FE with itself or with another cotton plant, hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the variety PX2B12W3FE with another cotton variety or plan, methods for producing a cotton plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes, and the transgenic cotton plants produced by that method. This disclosure also relates to cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2B12W3FE, to methods for producing other cotton varieties derived from cotton variety PX2B12W3FE, and to the varieties derived by the use of those methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Solanum lycopersicum seed designated 74-132 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Solanum lycopersicum plant produced by growing the 74-132 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the tomato cultivar, represented by tomato variety 74-132 RZ.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato line PSQ-9Z15-3840V. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line PSQ-9Z15-3840V and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line PSQ-9Z15-3840V comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6525V. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6525V and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line PSQ-9Z16-6525V comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of and tomato line FIR-A818-0191. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line FIR-A818-0191 and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato line FIR-A818-0191 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato hybrid SVTM9016. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM9016 and to methods for producing a tomato plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a tomato plant of another genotype. The invention further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. The invention further relates to plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM9016 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to endophytes, in particular endophytes associated with plants of the Brachiaria-Urochloa species complex, plants infected with the endophytes, products produced by the endophytes, and related methods.

Abstract: A scoop has a handle and curvilinear base such that the scoop is narrower at an extreme end and deeper at a back end, the back end meeting a handle. A front most region of the device meets the top side of the device in some embodiments, such that side walls, the top side, and the bottom side join at a front end. The bottom side of the base has a plurality of spaced apart slats with portals therebetween. The slats are closer together near the front side than the back side, becoming progressively more spaced apart. In this manner, a smallest size particulate matter falls through the slats at the front end of the device while progressively larger particulate matter falls through towards the back end of the device in proportion to the increasing space between the slats.

Abstract: The collapsible pet pen comprises a screen that may be deployed from within a cannister container and supported by a plurality of support poles. The cannister container and the screen may form a portable fence to confine a pet. Each of the plurality of support poles may comprise a pole body and a pole base. The pole base may be a ground base comprising a stake to push into the ground or a deck base that may be coupled to a deck or other flat surface. The cannister container and the leading edge of the screen may couple to a wall of a building using one or more wall coupler strips. The screen and the plurality of pole may couple to each other via a plurality of screen support fasteners dispersed at equal intervals along the screen and pole support fasteners found on each pole body.

Abstract: A liquid dispenser may include a container or tank having an upper opening and in which water is stored, a pump provided in the container, a water supply pipe through which water discharged from the pump is transferred, a water supply plate having an upper surface over which water flows, a container support or base provided below the container, and a thermoelectric element provided in the container support to cool the bottom plate of the container.

Abstract: A system and method for verifying information relating to pets or support animals use steps of transmitting pet or support animal documentation from a sending user to a third party, verifying the documentation by the third party, resulting in a verified or unverified identifier, and storing a record corresponding to the documentation and the verified or unverified identifier in a data repository. Also facilitated are steps of requesting the verified or unverified identifier corresponding to the documentation by a recipient user using an end user device, querying the data repository for the record and selecting the corresponding verified or unverified identifier, accessing the verified or unverified identifier by the recipient user using the end user device, and determining whether a corresponding pet or support animal meets documentation criteria required by the recipient user based on the verified or unverified identifier.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a flexible, adjustable, collar. The collar includes a flexible member having a first end and a second end. A plurality of surface features, each having a raised portion on the upper surface the flexible member and a corresponding recessed portion on the lower surface of the flexible member, extend from the first end along the longitudinal axis of the flexible member. An attachment channel to accommodate the passage of the first end of the flexible member is disposed proximate the second end of the flexible member. An attachment feature having a physical geometry corresponding to the recessed portion of the surface feature is disposed on the bottom portion of the attachment channel. As the first end of the flexible member is passed through the attachment channel, the attachment feature engages the recessed portion of each of the surface features.

Abstract: A henhouse includes a gable, a sidewall, and a roof. An inner chamber parallel to the sidewall is provided in the middle of the henhouse. The inner chamber includes an inner wall parallel to the sidewall and an inner roof. A partition is provided between the sidewall and the inner wall. An air inlet plate is provided between the two inner walls located below the inner roof. A pressure chamber is formed between the inner roof and the air inlet plate. A premixing chamber is formed between the inner roof and the roof. A plurality of fans and air inlet windows are uniformly provided on the inner roof. A plurality of air inlet holes and small inlet windows are uniformly provided on the air inlet plate. A plurality of wet curtains and an air vent are provided on the sidewall. A plurality of air outlet slots are uniformly provided on the inner wall.

Abstract: Fish tank spray devices of embodiments of the disclosed technology include a length of horizontal pipe with multiple portals arranged in a row which extend into the length of horizontal pipe. Water is sprayed from these portals in embodiments of the disclosed technology. The other side of the pipe is connected to various lengths of pipe which bring the water to the spray bar including a 270 degree bent length of a pipe followed by a 180 degree bent length of pipe having an interior in fluid and direct connection with the length of horizontal pipe. These turns can be adjusted in a transverse direction by rotating connection points within the pipes in two different planes which are perpendicular to each other allowing the spray bar to be oriented parallel and abutting against a length of an inside of the fish tank wall.

Abstract: A landing net that has an integral bonker installed in its handle. The bonker can be removed as needed to stun a fish. When done, the bonker can be reinstalled in the net's handle for later use. The bonker is designed to fit inside the handle of the net. The bonker has a weighted head, a shaft, a spring-loaded locking button in the shaft, a handle, and an optional lanyard. In use, the user presses the spring-loaded locking button until it is below the height of the handle. The user then can withdraw the bonker and use it to stun a fish. When done, the bonker can be reinserted into the handle of the net, the button can be depressed and the bonker can then be pushed up into place until the spring-loaded locking button pops up to secure the bonker in the handle.

Abstract: According to an embodiment, there is provided a fishing line guide including a ring portion through which a fishing line passes and an attachment foot extending from the ring portion and attached to a fishing rod. The attachment foot may have stepped portions each formed on each of two side portions in a cross section of the attachment foot in a width direction of the attachment foot orthogonal to a longitudinal direction of the attachment foot.

Abstract: A portable fishing spool tool for quickly, easily and safely re-spooling new fishing line onto any size fishing reel, and unwinding old fishing line from any size fishing reel, in a controlled manner to prevent injury or damage to users or fishing equipment during the process. The fishing spool tool includes a spool mounted on a rod, a tension spring system including a rod collar, and tension collar assembly both mounted on the rod at opposite sides of the spool to permit users to adjust axial tension on the spool to control rotational speed and drag of the spool when adding or removing fishing line. One end of the rod is attachable to a power drill to unwind fishing line, and a pair of suction cups are attachable to opposite ends of the rod to install the spool tool in a receptacle with a ballast for re-spooling fishing line on fishing reels.

Abstract: An apparatus and the associated method which includes means for controlling an invasive organism. The means including a trolling apparatus, for attachment to an associated vehicle. The trolling apparatus is pulled through a body of water in response to movement of the associated vehicle. The housing carries a plurality of UV-C light sources for producing UV-C light at a wavelength of substantially 254 nm, whereby invasive organisms proximate to light emanating from at least one of said UV-C light source whereby invasive organisms are exposed to UV-C light at a wavelength of substantially 254 nm resulting in controlling an invasive organism. Other embodiments, attract organisms such as mosquitos and then expose them to UV-C light. The invention facilitates reduced use of herbicide.

Abstract: The bird-nesting prevention device is a mechanical structure. The bird-nesting prevention device is configured for use with a porch roof. The porch roof further comprises with a column. The column further comprises with a capital. The capital comprises the elements of the column that attach to the porch roof. The bird-nesting prevention device forms a barrier that prevents one or more birds from nesting on the capital of the column. The bird-nesting prevention device comprises a master prism structure and a bird's mouth cut. The bird's mouth cut is a negative space formed in the master prism structure. The bird's mouth cut attaches the master prism structure to the capital using a bird's mouth joint. The master prism structure forms a barrier that prevents the one or more birds from nesting on the capital of the column.

Abstract: A waterfowl decoy may include a decoy body for flotation, a submersible keel projecting from the body and a keel rocker to rock the keel to form ripples in water about the body.

Abstract: An organ care system including a blood product heater that includes a heater inlet, a channel, and a heater outlet, wherein the heater inlet includes an inside cross-sectional area and an inside cross-sectional shape configured to flow a blood product into the blood product heater, wherein the heater outlet comprises an inside cross-sectional area and an inside cross-sectional shape configured to flow the blood product out of the blood product heater, and wherein the channel extends between the heater inlet and the heater outlet and is formed between a first flow channel plate and a second flow channel plate; and a first heater thermally coupled to the first flow channel plate configured to heat the first flow channel plate; and a pump configured to circulate a heated blood product to an organ being preserved.

Abstract: Solid rinsing, cleaning and/or sanitizing compositions for various applications are provided. In particular, solid compositions include a complex of urea and an acid having desireable storage stability previously unavailable in solid urea/acid compositions. Stable solid compositions are disclosed and methods of making the same to overcome conventional limitations associated with with forming kinetically and thermodynamically stable solids that utilize urea/acid compositions.

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: The invention relates to biting arthropod repellent compositions comprising nootkatone. The application also relates to a method of repelling said biting arthropods by application of the nootkatone composition to a hard or soft surface, to a method of treating an arthropod infestation and to a method of reducing the transmission of a parasite or disease pathogen spread by a biting arthropod using the nootkatone composition.

Abstract: Grease-like compositions are provided for repelling rodents. The compositions utilize nontoxic mineral, synthetic, or vegetable oil based gels containing silica, clay, urea, polytetrafluoroethylene, or metallic soap thickeners and capsaicin.

Abstract: A composition for the eradication or control of arthropods comprising at least one film-forming compound dispersed in a water continuous phase and at least one wetting agent, wherein the film-forming compound does not comprise silicone. Methods of preparing a composition according to the present invention, uses of the composition and a kit of parts for preparing the composition are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure is related to the field of agrochemicals, including compound I and its use to control fungal diseases on turfgrasses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pesticide composition intended for protecting plants, crops or seeds against fungal diseases or insect damages, and the corresponding methods of protection by application of the said composition. More precisely, the subject of the present invention is a pesticide composition based on a tetrazolyloxime derivative and a fungicide or an insecticide active substance or compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel active compound combinations comprising at least one known compound of the formula (I) and at least one further active compound, which combinations are highly suitable for controlling animal and microbial pests such as unwanted insects and/or unwanted acarids and/or unwanted nematodes.