Abstract: The present invention relates to insecticidal formulations for vector and pest control with increased contact efficacy, more particularly to insecticidal active ingredient—matrix particles and insecticidal compositions comprising such insecticidal active ingredient—matrix particles, as well as to methods and uses of such insecticidal formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a set of carbon atoms in the sp2 hybridization state functionalized with an antibacterial antibody or a lectin, and to an antibacterial peptide, a method for preparing it, and its uses, in particular for rendering a surface antibacterial. The present invention is also directed to a material covered with such a functionalized set, as well as to a method for preparing it.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antibacterial carbon dots, having aminoguanidine functionality on their outermost surface. The invention further relates to the synthesis of said antibacterial carbon dots, and to the uses of these carbon dots for inhibiting a biofilm formation in the presence of said carbon dots and as fluorescent labeling markers for specific bacteria.

Abstract: A cerium oxide nanoparticle whose surface is covered with a vinyl polymer has a heterocyclic amine skeleton such as piperazine, pyridine, imidazole, or carbazole or with a polyamide having a heterocyclic amine skeleton such as piperazine, pyridine, imidazole, or carbazole; and a decomposition method of a nucleic acid or a polypeptide by using the cerium oxide nanoparticle.

Abstract: The invention relates to stable liquid compositions comprising cyclohexanedione oxime herbicides (preferably clethodim), a water miscible solvent (preferably alkyl benzene), and at least one non-ionic surfactant (preferably mixture of lower HLB surfactant with higher HLB surfactant, or alternatively mixture of high HLB surfactants and fluroxypyr meptyl) and uses thereof.

Abstract: A method for controlling or preventing a fungal infection on a plant or plant part involves applying a composition that has a choline salt of a C8-C10 fatty acid to the plant, plant part, or locus of growth of the plant. The composition can be used as a fungicide on a plant or plant part. An example of a C8-C10 fatty acid in the composition is choline pelargonate.

Abstract: A composition. The composition includes a compound of Formula (I) HOCH2—(?CHOH?)n—CH2NR1R2 (I) wherein R1 and R2 are independently selected from the group consisting of a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, C(O)R3, and SO2R4, wherein at least one of R1 and R2 is C(O)R3 or SO2R4, R3 and R4 are selected from the group consisting of an alkyl group having seven carbon atoms, an alkyl group having eight carbon atoms, and an alkyl group having nine carbon atoms, and n is an integer from about 2 to about wherein a concentration of the compound of Formula (I) is more than its critical micelle concentration; and an antimicrobial agent selected from the group consisting of a biguanide antimicrobial agent and a polymeric, cationic, non-micelle forming antimicrobial material; wherein a concentration of the antimicrobial agent is no more than 5 wt %.

Abstract: The objective of the present invention is to provide a material to inhibit and/or remove a formation of a biofilm which material can be dispersed in water, of which effect can be sustained even in an environment such as water section, and which is highly safe and environmentally friendly. [Solution] The present invention relates to a fine particle comprising a complex consisting of a polycarboxylic acid derivative and a drug, wherein the fine particle is water-dispersible.

Abstract: Described herein is a synergistic preservative composition used for providing broad spectrum antimicrobial activity comprising: (i) about 0.1 wt. % to about 99.9 wt. % of propylene carbonate; (ii) about 0.1 wt. % to about 99.9 wt. % of one or more organic compounds selected from the group consisting of propanediol, capryl hydroxamic acid, and isopropyl methyl phenol; and (iii) about 0.1 wt. % to 99.0 wt. % of phenoxyethanol, a preservative compound, and wherein, the composition provides synergy having Synergy Index (SI) value of the total composition from about 0.05 to about 1.0. Also described is a process for preparing said synergistic preservative composition and method of using the same.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof: wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, Q1, Q2, Y1, and Y2 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling undesired vegetation comprising contacting the undesired vegetation or its environment with an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for controlling or preventing infestation of cereal plants by the phytopathogenic microorganism Fusarium pseudograminearum, comprising applying to a crop of plants, the locus thereof, or seed thereof, a compound according to formula (I) wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, Y, A, B are as defined herein.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising florpyrauxifen, an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof, or combinations thereof, and a second herbicide, wherein the compositions are safened for use on white clover. The second herbicide may be selected from 2,4-D, amidosulfuron, saflufenacil, an agriculturally acceptable salt or ester thereof, or combinations thereof.

Abstract: Described herein are methods of enhancing formation and/or growth of an adventitious root in a plant and/or plant tissue, and/or for promoting grafting unification, enhancing fruit size and/or reducing flowering in a plant. The method comprises contacting at least a portion of the plant and/or plant tissue with a compound having Formula I: wherein X, Y and R1-R7 are as defined herein. Further described are compositions for enhancing formation and/or growth of an adventitious root in a plant and/or plant tissue, and/or for promoting grafting unification, enhancing fruit size and/or reducing flowering in a plant, comprising the abovementioned compound and a horticulturally acceptable carrier. Novel compounds having Formula I are also described herein.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition comprising a mixture of components (A) and (B), wherein component (A) is a 8-fluoroquinoline-3-carboxamide of formula I and component (B) is selected from the group consisting of pydiflumetofen, benzovindiflupyr, difenoconazole, hexaconazole, azoxystrobin, fludioxonil, cyprodinil, fluazinam, isopyrazam, pyroquilon, tricyclazole, chlorothalonil, propiconazole, aminopyrifen, penconazole, prothioconazole, mancozeb, fenproprimorph, fenpropidin, sulphur and Bacillus subtilis strains, as well as to the use of the compositions in agriculture or horticulture for controlling or preventing infestation of plants by phytopathogenic microorganisms, preferably, fungi.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formulae 1 and 10 including all geometric and stereoisomers, tautomers, N oxides, and salts thereof, wherein E, L, J, A, T, R1, R2a, R2b, X, Y, R6a, R6b and R29 are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides materials and methods of making materials, where at least one surface of the material utilizes an emulsion to controllably release active agents, which can include hydrophilic agents, into the surrounding environment. Preferably, the materials are ‘slippery’ in that liquid droplets and other compounds, such as aqueous fluids, organic compounds and microorganisms, are able to easily slide off the surface without adhering to the surface. The active agents released by the emulsion may include antimicrobial agents, antifungal agents, antibacterial agents and other molecules that can kill or otherwise reduce the number of the pathogens. The resulting materials have improved anti-fouling behaviors compared to many other existing types of anti-fouling surfaces.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a compound and methods of preparing the compound. The compound has anti-microbial and anti-mite properties and can be bonded to materials such as fiber and synthetic polymer. The compound may also be used in a finishing agent for textiles, fibers, or yarns to protect these materials against microorganisms and mites. Additionally, when these materials are treated with a relatively low dosage of the compound, long-lasting and effective anti-mold and anti-mite effects may be achieved at a relatively low cost.

Abstract: The invention describes to compositions useful to stabilize peracetic acid, acetic acid and hydrogen peroxide compositions with polymeric phosphonic acid resins or with 1-hydroxyethylidene-1,1,-diphosphonic acid associated with the interior surface of a container to stabilize the peracetic acid, acetic and hydrogen peroxide compositions.

Abstract: A chlorine dioxide sustained-releasing sterilizing and disinfecting nano material, and a preparation method and use thereof are disclosed. A support, i.e., a porous material with silicon dioxide as a main component, is soaked in a chlorine dioxide-containing solution to adsorb chlorine dioxide on the surface of silicon dioxide, and the resulting mixture is filtered, and the obtained solid is dried to obtain the chlorine dioxide sustained-releasing sterilizing and disinfecting nano material. When the chlorine dioxide sustained-releasing sterilizing and disinfecting nano material is used for sterilizing and disinfecting, the adsorbed chlorine dioxide reacts with water physically and chemically adsorbed on the surface of the support to generate a large quantity of active groups .OH, and meanwhile sustainedly release dioxide chlorine gas, having a synergistic effect, and thereby enabling the material finally to exhibit high-efficiency and excellent sterilizing and disinfecting performance.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of alkali metal salts and preferably lithium chloride for treatment of Varroa destructor infestation of honey bees.

Abstract: Provided herein are wide spectrum microbicidal and microbiostatic nanoproducts, and formulations and preparations of wide spectrum microbicidal and microbiostatic nanoproducts, that comprise a mono or multicomponent nanostructure having microbicidal and microbiostatic properties. Also provided are methods for the use of wide spectrum microbicidal and microbiostatic nanoproducts, as well as formulations and preparations thereof, in a variety of applications such as, for example, disinfection processes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antimicrobial composition suitable for use on skin and wounds comprising a source of an antimicrobial metal ion and a quaternary cationic surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of controlling animal pests, protecting a useful plant or a part of a useful plant in need of protection from animal pest damage, or protecting a seed or a plant from which the seed grows from damage by animal pests, the method comprising contacting an animal pest, a plant, a plant propagule, a seed of a plant, and/or a locus where a plant is growing or is intended to grow with an effective amount of a composition comprising a biologically pure culture of a Paenibacillus terrae strain or a cell-free preparation thereof.

Abstract: Solid composition for agricultural or veterinary use comprising a mixture of bacterial concentrate of the strain C-924 and a commercially available culture medium or organic amendment, an antifoaming substance, sucrose, and having less than 12% residual moisture. The components of the formulation allow an adequate wettability of the solid final product, and its prolonged stability at storage temperature of 2 to 8° C. The invention discloses the use of the solid composition in the control of pathogens of plants and animals, and in the stimulation of seed germination and plant growth.

Abstract: Methods are provided for enhancing the health, growth and/or sturdiness of turf grasses by applying a combination of microbes and/or their growth by-products to the turf grass roots and/or to soil. Specifically, in one embodiment, the subject invention utilizes Trichoderma harzianum and a strain of Bacillus amyloliquefaciens. The methods can further be used to improve maintenance and upkeep of natural turf grass fields used in, for example, athletics and recreation, as well as to increase the functionality and safety of these natural turf grass fields.

Abstract: Methods for spray drying gram negative bacteria are provided. Such spray drying methods are performed under conditions that allow for the spray dried composition to retain the biological activity of interest of the gram-negative bacteria. Further provided are compositions comprising a spray dried gram-negative bacteria, where the spray dried formulation comprises at least 105 CFU/gram of said gram-negative bacteria. The gram-negative bacteria employed in the various methods and compositions can comprise a biological activity of interest which, in specific embodiments, controls one or more pathogens that cause plant disease and/or improve at least one agronomic trait of interest. The spray dried formulation can be used as an inoculant for plants. Methods for growing a plant susceptible to plant disease and methods and compositions for controlling plant disease are also provided. Further provided are methods and compositions of increasing disease resistance in plants.

Abstract: “BIO-PESTICIDE OIL FORMULATION” The present invention relates to a bio-pesticide formulation and a process for the preparation thereof. Particularly this invention relates to a formulation useful against foliar plant diseases, wherein said bio-pesticide formulation comprises of: I.) a homogeneous component I comprising: Eucalyptus leaves; Trichoderma harzianum; and karanj cake, II.) a component II comprising: an agro oil in 50 to 80% of component II; water in 10 to 30% of component II; and one or more emulsifiers selected from the group consisting of glycerine, Tween 20 and propylene glycol in 02 to 30% of component II, III.) a carbon source in a percentage of 2 to 10%, and IV.) optionally a structural agent in a percentage of 2 to 10%.

Abstract: A broad-spectrum organic fungicidal composition comprising: aqueous hibiscus leaf extracts ranging in concentration from 2% to 40% w/vol. and acts as a natural surfactant; and Karanja oil (Pongamia Oil) and comprising Karanjin and ranging in concentration from 0.01% to 30% w/v and Karanjin content ranging in concentration from 0.001 to 3% w/vol. alone or in combination with organic compounds mentioned herein.

Abstract: A composition and a method with active agents to inactivate or kill parasites that attack fish and to loosen parasites that are fastened to the fish are described. The composition can be used for the prevention of and treatment of infestations or infections from parasites on fish.

Abstract: A roller of generally elongated ellipsoid of revolution (also known as prolate spheroid) shape having an outer corrugated surface comprised of rounded, smooth, curved surface ridges and furrows that are transversely oriented along a major axis of the roller.

Abstract: This invention relates to an element opening and closing machine for processing raw material having a first element and a second element through which the processed raw material passes, wherein the first element is connected to a mechanism which is connected to a power shaft, said first mechanism being in charge of generating a motion of the first element towards the second element. In particular, the element opening and closing machine has a coupling arranged in a perforation of a support, such that the coupling may rotate in said perforation. The first mechanism is connected to the coupling, i.e., the first mechanism may rotate so the first mechanism may mitigate failures in the presence of reaction loads that may be caused in the presence of foreign elements in the raw material passing through the first and second elements.

Abstract: The invention relates to a production method for dough for breads, a production method for breads, a method for preventing a moist feeling of breads from decreasing, and a starch composition to be added to dough in a middle stage of mixing in producing dough for breads. According to the invention, dough for breads is produced by a method comprising: a step of preparing a starch composition containing 50% by mass to 97% by mass of pregelatinized starch and 3% by mass to 50% by mass of an edible oil and fat; a step of adding the starch composition to the dough in a middle stage of mixing; and a step of further kneading the dough in the middle stage of mixing to which the starch composition is added. According to preferred embodiments of the invention, breads which can maintain its moist feeling can be provided.

Abstract: A method for preparing a fortified gastronomic composite food is provided. The method includes, in the following order, working hen eggs in a kneader with sugar and a mixture of at least one essential amino acid and at least one non-essential amino acid or conditionally essential amino acid, adding edible oil or fat, adding flour and dietary fibers at the same time, adding flavoring and leavening agents, mixing a dough to obtain a smooth, compact and homogeneous dough, and baking the dough in an oven. A dough for making a fortified gastronomic composite food including cereal flour, dietary fibers, at least one edible oil or fat, at least one egg, at least one essential amino acid and at least one non-essential or conditionally essential amino acid is also provided.

Abstract: A method of making a flour for pizzas and pastas has the steps of extracting coconut water from a coconut, drying the meat of the coconut at a temperature between 4° C. in 10° C. until the meat is dry, and crushing and grinding the dry meat so as to produce a gluten-free flour. In order to make a pizza, the coconut base flour is mixed with an approximately equal proportion of water, kneaded and heated. The flour for the pizza will include approximately 51.5% of the gluten-free coconut flour.

Abstract: Gluten-free tortillas are made from a composition including a gluten-free flour mixture constituting from 50-60% of weight of the composition, with the gluten-free flour mixture consisting of a combination of rice or tapioca flour, oat flour and quinoa flour. In particular embodiments, the flour mixture includes substantially equal amounts of the rice or tapioca flour, oat flour and quinoa flour by weight of the composition. In addition, the composition includes an enzyme for structural integrity purposes. In embodiments utilizing rice flour in the tri-flour blend, the composition can also comprises about 8% by weight of tapioca starch. Further, the gluten-free tortilla may be soft flat tortilla or a soft shaped tortilla having a formed shape selected from a cup, bowl, U- or square bottomed shaped taco shell, boat, tube, envelope or cone.

Abstract: A food product is prepared by completely baking a base and spreading a separately sautéed topping mixture thereover just prior to serving. The base or “crust” includes a bread dough on which oil is drizzled and cheese fragments are spread prior to baking to a preparation completion point. Concurrent with baking of the base, a topping mixture is sautéed, preferably timed to be completed at the same time as the base is fully baked, and is spread on the completely baked base. After optionally being garnished, the resulting food product is promptly served.

Abstract: Release agent compositions for treating food netting include hydrophilic (e.g., acidic) and hydrophobic (e.g., surface active amphiphilic modifier, oil) components that both enhance the releasability of a food product from the treated netting material. The acid of the release agent composition denatures proteins along an outer surface of the food article, forming a skin of insolubilized proteins between the netting material and the remainder of the food product. This protein skin, along with the oil, if present, and a surface active amphiphilic modifier of the release agent, inhibit absorption and/or adsorption of hydrophilic food proteins from the food product into or onto the netting, which inhibits strong mechanical binding between the netting and the food product. Subsequent release of the netting from the food product is relatively easy, without damaging the food product itself. Related articles and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: An animal carcass hanging device includes a base having an upper surface, a projection connected at one end with the base upper surface, and a connection device connected with a second end of the projection. The projection has a width that is less than a width of the base. When the device is inserted into a central cavity of an animal carcass, the projection extends through a carcass upper end opening so that the base is in contact with a wall of the cavity. The connection device is then connected with a structure and the carcass is hung from its front quarter.

Abstract: A method for processing beef includes the steps of preparing a beef carcass for butchering, reducing the carcass temperature by 20 degrees Fahrenheit, removing primal cuts from the carcass, cooling the primal cuts to 32-34 degrees Fahrenheit, and packaging the primal cuts. To prepare the beef carcass, the head of the cattle is removed and the carcass is eviscerated. The carcass is then cooled for approximately three to four hours to lower its temperature to 75-85 degrees in preparation of removing the primal cuts. After this, the carcass is arranged on a butchering device and the primal cuts are removed. The cuts are then packaged and placed in a cooler for approximately 60 minutes to reduce their temperature to 32-34 degrees Fahrenheit, at which time they are prepared for distribution. The entire beef processing method, from kill floor to packaging and cooling, will be complete within 24 hours.

Abstract: A crab meat removal device that is extremely easy and fast to remove crab meat and eliminates the need for traditional more tedious devices and methods associated with removing crab meat. The crab meat removal device includes a handle, an elongated stem, and a contact head. The contact head may be circular or oval and may push or pull the crab meat from the crab leg that accommodates the anatomy of the crab shell and tendons. The crab meat removal device may be made from stainless steel that is subjected to an electro phasing process to prevent corrosion and to meet Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rules and regulations. The crab meat removal device also includes a corresponding method for removing crab meat.

Abstract: A system to illuminate fruit and/or vegetables in the food storage facility, comprising a lamp (8) and a controller (12). The lamp is operable to provide the illumination with a first light output and a second light output, the first light output having a higher intensity and at least a red-bias spectrum relative to the second light output. Further, the system comprises a controller for controlling the illumination of the fruit and/or vegetables in the food storage facility by controlling the lamp. The controller is configured to apply the illumination in a sequence comprising a period of darkness, followed by the first light output for a first period, then followed by the second light output for a second period.

Abstract: Aspects of the disclosure provide coating compositions and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a composition having a blood pressure-lowering effect and/or an anti-stress effect, wherein an active ingredient of a choline ester such as acetylcholine, and the like, can be easily administered to humans by the oral pathway. Consequently, the object of the present invention is to provide a novel composition for oral ingestion having a blood pressure-lowering effect and a vasodilatory effect, wherein a choline ester such as acetylcholine, and the like, can be easily administered to humans by the oral pathway, and to provide food which is a useful supply source therefore.

Abstract: A composition and method for supplementing food, nutrition, and diet systems with omega-6 to omega-3 balanced oils comprising a synergistic blend of at least two oils. The composition further comprises a synergistic blend of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids as a means to further increase the nutritional value. The composition provides an effective increase in therapeutic and pharmacological properties in nutrition, and retards the rate of oxidation thereof.

Abstract: Systems and methods for filtering dairy may filter milk with a wide-pore filter to produce a wide-pore retentate and a wide-pore permeate, wherein the wide-pore retentate may comprise casein and beta-lactoglobulin. The systems and methods may further ultra-filter the wide-pore permeate to produce an ultra-filtered retentate and an ultra-filtered permeate, wherein the ultra-filtered retentate comprises alpha-lactalbumin. The systems and methods may further nano-filter the ultra-filtered permeate to produce a nano-filtered retentate and a nano-filtered permeate, wherein the nano-filtered retentate comprises lactose. The systems and methods may further perform reverse osmosis (RO) on the nano-filtered permeate to produce a reverse osmosis retentate and a reverse osmosis permeate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food product composed of vegetable ingredients having visual, textural and flavour properties of a soft fermented cheese.

Abstract: Contained, herein, are processes that may be used to produce and compositions of plant-based curd products. Methods for producing plant-based curd products may include providing a material comprising at least 10% whole oilseed material by dry weight, curdling the material to form a plant-based curd and a plant-based whey, and removing or separating at least a portion of the plant-based whey from the plant-based curd to generate the plant-based curd product. Curdling the material may include thermally induced coagulation, introduction of a coagulating agent, or a combination thereof. Plant-based curd products may be used in plant-based yogurts, cheeses, fermented products, or any combination thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a vegetable Cream Cheese, that is to say a product formulated with vegetable raw materials that reproduces the features of a dairy Cream Cheese in terms of texture and organoleptic profile.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of the food industry; it is aimed more particularly at the preparation of food products, sliceable solids, composed of vegetable ingredients and having organoleptic properties close to those of dairy products.

Abstract: A method for producing a coffee extract with increased coffee-specific aroma and reduced off-flavors is provided. A coffee extract prepared by extraction at low temperature (70 to 120° C.) in the first extraction step is mixed with a coffee extract prepared by an evaporative concentration treatment after the second extraction step, in which roasted and ground coffee beans used in the first extraction step is used for extraction at high temperature (125 to 150° C.).