Abstract: A coupling device includes: a first connector that connects to a work vehicle; a second connector that connects to a work device; an actuator that changes a connecting position of at least one of the first connector and the second connector; and a control device that controls the actuator.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed herein for displaying images of certain surroundings of an agricultural implement, for example one including a frame extending between opposing distal ends of a length transverse to a working direction of the agricultural implement. Individual image regions of the surroundings of the agricultural implement are captured using cameras arranged on the agricultural implement and directed toward a working area in the working direction, wherein a corresponding display is generated on a user interface. One or more traveling conditions (e.g., an edge of the working area and/or an edge of the frame, respectively corresponding to a first end and/or second end of the frame) may be automatically projected in the working direction, wherein respective indicia corresponding to the projected traveling conditions are superimposed on the generated display. The indicia may optionally be modified dynamically based on determined changes in a projected course of the working direction.

Abstract: A work machine includes: a work vehicle; a work device coupled to the work vehicle; a control device that executes at least one of: a first control to control the work device based on a first command from the work vehicle; and a second control to control the work vehicle based on a second command from the work device; and a switching device that switches the control device between the first control and the second control.

Abstract: The use of maps provides planter performance feedback over time in a field and is used in conjunction with traditional onscreen maps so as to quickly see highly detailed numerical and textual information about given areas on a map. Aspects of the graphical user interface are made easier to read in an unobtrusive way through use of a multi-purpose touch-screen display small enough to fit in a tractor cab.

Abstract: An agriculture assistance system includes a data setting unit configured or programmed to associate agricultural data at a predetermined position in an agricultural field to a plurality of areas set in the agricultural field, and to set the associated agricultural data as data corresponding to the respective areas, an area setting unit configured or programmed to set the areas in the agricultural field, and a map display unit configured or programmed to display the data corresponding to the respective areas. When the areas set by the area setting unit are changed, the data setting unit is configured or programmed to reassociate the data to the areas after the change.

Abstract: Materials and methods are disclosed for conglomerating low-purity small seeds, clay-binder, and aeration media into a particle. Through this process a low purity seed does not inhibit seed flow through planting equipment because the seed and associated non-seed parts are formed into particles that have vastly improved flow and aerodynamic properties over untreated seed.

Abstract: A furrow closing assembly includes a mounting bracket attachable to a planter opener frame, a rigid closer frame, and a four bar parallel linkage connecting the mounting bracket and the closer frame with a first pivot bearing and a third pivot bearing on the mounting bracket and a second pivot bearing and a fourth pivot on the closer frame. A screw-driven linear actuator extends between the parallel linkage to the closer frame. A shaft of the linear actuator is pivotably attached to a torsion axle that is further fixed to an upper portion of the parallel linkage. A load cell is positioned between the linear actuator and the closer frame.

Abstract: Device for delivering solid particles on demand, intended for agricultural machine, wherein the delivery on demand of solid particles to a receiving device is regulated, particularly in the field of technology for transporting solid granulated materials by means of an air stream, without being exclusive, in agricultural machinery when an air stream is used to transport seeds or fertilizer granules from at least one central hopper to the dosing/metering equipment located on the sowing unit, and including a source of pressurized air, a distributor of solid particles “S”, a hopper whose bottom feeds solid particles “S” to the distributor and a plate permeable to the passage of air and on which said particles “S” settle.

Abstract: A broadcast spreader, components thereof, and associated methods. The broadcast spreader includes a hopper, a spinner, a motor for turning the spinner, and a material feeder configured to feed granular material from the hopper to the spinner. The broadcast spreader includes a material feeder adjustment actuator, a spinner speed control actuator, and a motor on/off actuator. A harness wearable by a person is configured to carry the broadcast spreader. A kit of interchangeable battery adaptors enables use of different brands or models of batteries.

Abstract: A step and rail system adapted for riding mower so that a physically challenged operator can assist themselves in mounting the seat is provided. The step and rail system provides a horizontal support rail configuration of two spaced apart rails. The present invention includes a front mounting plate for an intermediate step and two rear mounting plates for supporting the two spaced apart rails that extend from the rear of the riding mower to the front mounting plate. The horizontal support rail configuration may provide a compound bend fore the seat so that the horizontal support rail configuration is wider adjacent the seat as compared to the mower stepping surface.

Abstract: A sheet-metal spinning cutter bar assembly includes a cutter bar body. One end of the cutter bar body is provided is provided with a pulley through a screw. The cutter bar body includes a bearing seat. Two ends of the bearing seat are respectively provided with bearings. A mandrel is inserted into the bearing seat, and a tail end of the mandrel is connected with the pulley. The pulley is provided with a plurality of sets of lightening holes. A fixing plate and a supporting plate are arranged on the bearing seat, which are connected by interference fit and welding, and are provided with reinforcing ribs. A processing method of the sheet-metal spinning cutter bar assembly is also provided.

Abstract: An electric motor 15 includes a motor section 15b and an output shaft 15a protruding from the motor section 15b. The output shaft 15a supports a rotary fan 24. The rotary fan 24 is drivable by the output shaft 15a to rotate to supply cooling air to the motor section 15b.

Abstract: Systems and methods here may include a vehicle with automated subcomponents for harvesting delicate items such as berries. In some examples, the vehicle includes a targeting subcomponent and a harvesting subcomponent. In some examples, the targeting subcomponent utilizes multiple cameras to create three-dimensional maps of foliage and targets. In some examples, identifying targets may be done remotely from the harvesting machine, and target coordinates communicated to the harvesting machine for robotic harvesting.

Abstract: A feed train assembly for a sugarcane harvester includes a first feed section comprising a plurality of first pairs of upper and lower feed rollers configured to receive a first mat of sugarcane, with such pairs of upper and lower feed rollers comprising a first upstream pair of upper and lower feed rollers. The feed train assembly also includes a second feed section comprising a plurality of second pairs of upper and lower feed rollers configured to receive a second mat of sugarcane, and a combined feed section configured to receive the first and second mats of sugarcane from the first and second feed sections, respectively. A rotational axis of the lower feed roller of the first upstream pair of upper and lower feed rollers is oriented non-parallel relative to a rotational axis of the upper feed roller of the first upstream pair of upper and lower feed rollers.

Abstract: A combine harvester having a main chassis frame with longitudinal chassis members located at least partially between the combine's front wheels and at least one drive element located at least partially within at least one chassis member.

Abstract: A system and method for sensing an edge of a region includes at least one distance sensor configured to detect a plurality of distances of objects along a plurality of adjacent scan lines. A controller is in communication with the at least one distance sensor and is configured to determine a location of an edge of a region within the plurality of adjacent scan lines. The controller includes a comparator module configured to compare values corresponding to the detected plurality of distances, and an identification module configured to identify the location of the edge of the region according to the compared values. In one example, the values corresponding to the detected plurality of distances include couplets of standard deviations that are analyzed and selected to identify the location of the edge.

Abstract: A process for reliable detection of the top edge of the heading face of a pile of product(s) for animal feeding, from an extraction vehicle. It consists of positioning the vehicle in front of the heading face, then continuously controlling the upward motion of the extraction arm so as to vertically scan the plane of the heading face with the axes of measurement of at least two measurement sensors, then, as soon as at least any information is acquired indicating the absence of target, ordering the motion of the arm to stop, possibly ordering the detection of presence of an obstacle on the pile of product(s), then ordering the actuation of the extraction tool. Its object is also such a vehicle for implementing the process.

Abstract: The reciprocating cutting blade apparatus includes: a pair of reciprocating cutting blades disposed to overlap one another in a thickness direction; a support member configured to reciprocably support the reciprocating cutting blades in a longitudinal direction; and an adjustment mechanism configured to adjust a gap between the reciprocating cutting blades on a lower surface side of the support member. The adjustment mechanism includes: a screw hole provided in the support member; an adjustment screw including an external thread configured to threadedly engage with the screw hole through long holes provided in the reciprocating cutting blades; and a nut configured to threadedly engage with the external thread protruding from an upper surface of the support member to fix the external thread to the support member. The external thread protruding from the upper surface of the support member includes an operated portion configured to be operated to turn the adjustment screw.

Abstract: A hedge trimmer, comprising: a drive motor disposed in a casing; a gear mechanism disposed in the casing and connected to the drive motor; and a blade arrangement having at least one cutter bar. The at least one cutter bar is driven in a reciprocating manner in a longitudinal direction of the blade arrangement by the drive motor via the gear mechanism. The gear mechanism contains at least a first gear setting and a second gear setting producing two different gear-ratios, such that the at least one cutter bar is adapted to be driven at a first speed and torque using the first gear setting, and a second speed and torque different from the first speed using the second gear setting. By providing two different trimming output modes, the hedge trimmer may provide either a high-speed/small-torque trimming capability or a low-speed/large-torque trimming capability to accommodate requirements under different operation circumstances.

Abstract: A trellis assembly, including at least one post including a first end and a second end, and a first frame removably connected to the post, the first frame including at least one first support member forming a first geometry, a first front surface, a first rear surface, a first radially outward facing surface, and a first radially inward facing surface.

Abstract: An improved mineral oil is useful in protecting sod during the harvesting, transporting, and reestablishment of the sod. The improved mineral oil mimics the cuticular wax of the sod plant. It is applied to a plot of sod one (1) or more times before harvesting the sod so that the improved mineral oil is generally aborbed by the sod plants. A solution including the improved mineral oil and copper pigment in water with an emulsifier may be used. Methods for protecting sod during the harvesting, transporting, and reestablishment of the sod using of the improved mineral oil are described.

Abstract: An integrated actuator coil and decoder module for use in decoder-based irrigation control systems, and related methods of manufacture and installation, are provided herein. In one implementation, an irrigation control device comprises a body, decoder circuitry located within the body, a coil located within the body and coupled to the decoder circuitry, the coil adapted to develop an electromagnetic flux sufficient to cause actuation of a device controlling irrigation equipment in response to signaling from the decoder circuitry. Also included is an electrical connection coupled to the decoder circuitry and adapted to couple to a control wire path of a decoder-based irrigation control system. The decoder circuitry and the coil are integrated into a single device.

Abstract: Device and agricultural device, and operation method thereof, for measuring plant water present in vegetation comprising: an microwave emitter of a displaceable beam; a microwave receiver; an electronic data processor connected to receive a signal from the microwave receiver; wherein the microwave emitter is arranged to direct said displaceable beam towards the microwave receiver for measuring attenuation of the beam passing through each of a plurality of locations of the vegetation; wherein the electronic data processor is configured for calculating the attenuation of the displaceable beam between the emitter and receiver to obtain a 2D image corresponding to the measurement of water present in the vegetation. In particular, said beam is displaceable by the device being mounted on a vehicle which is movable along the vegetation to be measured in a horizontal direction, the microwave emitter and microwave receiver being jointly mounted in opposite ends of an arched structure.

Abstract: A gravity-driven plant cultivation system includes: (a) a frame; (b) a plurality of stacked conveyor assemblies mounted to the frame, each conveyor assembly including at least one gravity conveyor extending along a sloped conveyor axis; and (c) a plurality of plant cultivation trays rollingly supported on each gravity conveyor and urged to translate along a corresponding conveyor axis via gravitational force. Each tray includes: (i) a tray body having at least one underside surface parallel and in engagement with the gravity conveyor for supporting the tray thereon; (ii) a plurality of plant cavities in the tray body for holding plants; and (iii) a nutrient chamber internal the tray body for holding plant nutrient solution for the plants. The nutrient chamber is bounded from below by a nutrient chamber bottom wall lying in a horizontal plane for maintaining a constant depth of the plant nutrient solution.

Abstract: A self-wicking plant growth receptacle is provided. The device includes a housing having a base opposite and upper side and a plurality of sidewalls extending therebetween. An upper opening is disposed through the upper side providing access to an interior volume dimensioned to removably receive a grow bag therein. A wick port is disposed through the base in fluid communication with the interior volume. A reservoir housing is securable to the base to define an assembled configuration. The reservoir housing includes a lower side and a perimeter sidewall defining a reservoir volume. A lip is disposed about a perimeter of the upper side, wherein the lip includes a plurality of apertures therethrough. A channel extends through the housing between an inlet on the upper side and an outlet on the base, wherein the channel is in fluid communication with the reservoir volume. A filter is removably secured within the channel.

Abstract: A system including components and electronic modules that together form a transportation and growing system for plants and fungi is provided, the system including at least two components, the components further including one or more of pallets, liquid collectors, posts, rails for trays, and accessories useful for managing use of the trays; and one or more electronic modules, the electronic modules further including one or more of processors, logic systems and/or controllers useful for controlling functionality of the system.

Abstract: Methods and hybrid seed are provided which involve growing two varieties of a field crop which is at least partially cross-pollinated in the field, wherein the two varieties are fertile with respect to both male and female functions, are selected to yield specified hybrid(s), and are distinguishable with respect to seed characteristic(s). Collected seeds from the grown field crop are separated into fractions with respect to the seed characteristic, wherein at least one fraction is of hybrid seeds of the specified hybrid(s). For example, the parent varieties may be selected to yield heterotic hybrid(s) which are distinct and separable from the parent non-hybrid seeds with respect to the at least one seed characteristic, e.g., have larger or smaller seeds. Possibly, different traits may be used to separate the hybrid seeds from the two parent variety seeds, such as size, weight or optical parameters that enable sorting out the hybrids from the overall crop.

Abstract: Two sorghum maternal haploid inducer lines SMHI01 and SMHI02 are provided including seed, plants and plant parts thereof. Methods for producing sorghum haploid embryos using SMHI01 and SMHI02 are also provided. The sorghum haploid embryos produced as a result of the use of either maternal haploid inducer line SMHI01 or SMHI02 may be doubled to produce doubled haploid embryos, seeds, and plants as part of a sorghum breeding program.

Abstract: One embodiment relates to seed and plants of lettuce variety Teton. Another embodiment relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of lettuce variety Teton, and to methods for producing a lettuce plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves, with another lettuce plant, such as a plant of another genotype, or with vegetatively propagating said plant. Another embodiment further relates to seeds and plants produced by such crossing. Further embodiments relate to parts of such plants, including the fruit and gametes of such plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides a high broussonetine-content stevia plant comprising broussonetine at higher content as compared with the wild type stevia species. The present invention also provides a method of producing such a high broussonetine-content stevia plant, and a dried leaf and an extract obtainable from such a plant.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011062. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011062, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011062 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011062.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011069. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011069, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011069 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011069.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011063. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011063, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011063 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011063.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011072. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011072, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011072 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011072.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011059. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011059, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011059 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011059.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011080. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011080, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011080 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011080.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011054. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011054, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011054 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011054.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011075. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011075, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011075 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011075.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011074. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011074, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011074 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011074.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011082. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011082, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011082 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011082.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011034. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011034, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011034 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011034.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011029. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011029, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011029 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011029.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011038. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011038, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011038 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011038.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011027. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011027, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011027 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011027.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011022. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011022, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011022 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011022.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011045. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011045, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011045 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011045.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011049. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011049, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011049 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011049.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011044. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011044, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011044 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011044.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011043. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011043, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011043 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011043.

Abstract: According to the invention, there is provided seed and plants of the hybrid corn variety designated CH011138. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds and tissue cultures of the variety CH011138, and to methods for producing a corn plant produced by crossing a corn plant of variety CH011138 with itself or with another corn plant, such as a plant of another variety. The invention further relates to genetic complements of plants of variety CH011138.