Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of pepper hybrid SVPS1263, pepper line SMY-E720-1164, and pepper line SMY-E720-1167. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid SVPS1263, pepper line SMY-E720-1164, and pepper line SMY-E720-1167 and to methods for producing a pepper plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a pepper 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 pepper hybrid pepper hybrid SVPS1263, pepper line SMY-E720-1164, and pepper line SMY-E720-1167 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of pepper hybrid SVPS0953, pepper line SMO-E718-0979, and pepper line SMO-E718-0977. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid SVPS0953, pepper line SMO-E718-0979, and pepper line SMO-E718-0977 and to methods for producing a pepper plant produced by crossing such plants with themselves or with another plant, such as a pepper 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 pepper hybrid pepper hybrid SVPS0953, pepper line SMO-E718-0979, and pepper line SMO-E718-0977 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of tomato hybrid SVTM9028, tomato line PSQ-9Z19-9222, and tomato line PSQ-9Z16-9140. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of tomato hybrid SVTM9028, tomato line PSQ-9Z19-9222, and tomato line PSQ-9Z16-9140 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 SVTM9028, tomato line PSQ-9Z19-9222, and tomato line PSQ-9Z16-9140 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: A new and distinct tomato variety NUN 09416 TOF is disclosed, as well as seeds and plants and fruits thereof.

Abstract: A housing system for a calf including a housing unit having a first exterior sidewall, a second exterior sidewall, a front exterior wall extending between the first exterior sidewall and the second exterior sidewall, a roof extending between the first exterior sidewall and the second exterior sidewall, an opening at least partially defined by the front exterior wall for ingress and egress of a calf into and out of the housing unit, and an enclosed living space extending between and bounded by the first and second exterior sidewalls and the front exterior wall.

Abstract: A self-supporting structure for the play and relaxation of cats is disclosed. A first, second and third cylindrical tower define respectively a first, second and third length from a first, second and third bottom end opposite a first, second and third top end. A flat triangular base defines a bottom side opposite a top side. The flat triangular base is configured to be attachable at each of its triangular ends respectively to the first bottom end, the second bottom end and the third bottom end of the cylindrical towers. A second diameter and a third diameter of their respective cylindrical towers are each less than a first diameter of the first cylindrical tower. The second length added to the third length is less than the first length. The second and third cylindrical tower are configured to be disposed inside the first cylindrical tower during shipping.

Abstract: A bed for at least one animal is provided. The bed includes a strip of belting having a front end, a back end, and opposing sides, an animal bed having a first fluid chamber and a second fluid chamber. A first fluid supply tube is in fluid connection with the first chamber, and a second fluid supply tube is in fluid connection with the second chamber, wherein the first and second chambers are fluidly isolated from one another. A method of preparing for use a bed for at least one animal is also provided. In addition, a system for using a bed for at least one animal is also provided.

Abstract: An insect distribution device to be carried by drone to distribute insects from the air, comprises a source of passive cooling; an insect chamber; one or more insect containers in said insect chamber; and a release point. The source of passive cooling is in thermal contact with the insect chamber to keep the insect container below a predetermined temperature to keep said insects passive during storage. The device is designed to feed the insect containers in turn to the release point for aerial release.

Abstract: Provided is a feeding tool for pets that not only feeds pets but also provides the pets with intellectual training, exercise and entertainment. The feeding tool comprising: a drum that stores a food and has holes on its peripheral surface, a supporting portion that rotatably supports the drum, a receiving portion located below the drum, and a slider that guides the food released from the hole of the drum to the receiving portion; and the food released from the hole as the drum rotates comes into contact with the slider and is guided to the receiving portion.

Abstract: A timed calling type pet feeder capable of preventing mistaken touch includes a bottom shell. A feeding tray matching with the bottom shell and embedded in the bottom shell is arranged on the bottom shell. N food storage boxes are uniformly arranged on the feeding tray along a circumferential direction in a sunken manner. The N is a positive integer greater than or equal to 3. A sealing cover configured to seal N-1 food storage boxes is arranged on the bottom shell. A rotating mechanism configured to drive the sealing cover to rotate, a control module configured to drive the rotating mechanism to operate, and an appetite stimulating module configured to cooperate with the control module to implement interaction are arranged in a center of the bottom shell. The control module includes a printed circuit board (PCB). The PCB is programmed with a timing module, a key module, and a display module.

Abstract: A canine water tank and housing device includes a cabinet having an access door. An aperture extends through a front wall of the cabinet. A base has a reservoir removably couplable to a hollow bottle. A bowl is insertable through the aperture. The bowl is used to contain a fluid from the bottle. A duct in the base defines a channel which is fluidically coupled to the reservoir and the bowl. The channel has a top end lower than a rim end of the bowl.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pet shower having a washing compartment defined by interconnectable upper and lower compartments which cooperate to define an open interior. Each compartment has a portal which cooperates to define an ingress and egress for an animal. A ramp enables an animal to enter the interior of the washing apparatus. A removable slotted door closes off the portal when the shower is in use.

Abstract: One variation of a method for acclimating a dog to autonomous training with a training apparatus, includes: accessing a video feed of a working field; dispensing a first set of treats into the working field at a first frequency and outputting an audible reinforcer at a first volume level; estimating a first acclimation score representative of acclimation to dispensation of the first set of treats; in response to the first acclimation score exceeding a threshold acclimation, dispensing a second set of treats at a second frequency less than the first frequency and outputting the audible reinforcer at a second volume greater than the first volume; estimating a second acclimation score responsive to the second set of treats; in response to the second acclimation score exceeding the threshold acclimation, the second frequency falling below a threshold frequency, and the second volume exceeding a threshold volume, verifying acclimation of the dog.

Abstract: The present application discloses a pet toy. The pet toy comprises a body and a sound generator. The body comprises at least one body hole. The sound generator is partially passed through the body hole, wherein the sound generator comprises a top sound maker, a bottom sound maker and a sleeve. The sleeve is coupled between the top sound maker and the bottom sound maker. Wherein the sound generator is capable of generating sound when air volume inside the body is changed, a frequency of the sound is over 20,000 Hz. Specifically, the frequency of the sound is over 20,000 Hz and below 45,000 Hz. The sound generator as above is also disclosed.

Abstract: A pet reward and training device comprising a body in which a lickable treat might be stored and a semi-removable dispensing mechanism is disclosed. An example reward and training device includes a flexible body used to store a pliable treat substance attached to a flip-top cap through which a lickable edible treat might be continuously dispensed by squeezing or otherwise manipulating the flexible body containing the treat substance. Example devices may include additional features such as ‘clickers’ or other noisemakers, loops or handles, or storage-related elements.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a necklace belt for a pet. More particularly, when a wearable sensor device for monitoring a bio-signal of the pet is coupled to the necklace belt for a pet and the necklace belt is worn around the pet, the necklace belt is easily and solidly bent according to a form of a body part of the pet, locked, not overturned on the body part of the pet, and not released even with repeated movements.

Abstract: A health and safety system and method are described for use on equines, canines and felines, in order to obtain data on vital life-sustaining or life-threatening processes and signs directly from the animal. The vital life-sustaining and/or life-threatening processes and/or signs in the form of data are communicated from the animal to a site remote from the equine, canine and feline. The remotely communicated data can be archived and/or communicated to a veterinarian/owner/steward/or other designate, to induce human intervention. Other sensors of the health and safety system can read/report environmental conditions, such as weather, or report other environmental conditions, such as smoke/pollution remote from, and/or proximate the animal. A position locator, such as a GPS, may also be built into the equine health and safety system.

Abstract: A first plate with a first downwardly extending member and a second plate with a second downwardly extending member. The second plate moves with respect to the first plate to define a change in a relative angle between the first downwardly extending member and the second downwardly extending member. A position sensor is coupled between the first plate and the second plate to measure a relative change in angle between the first plate and the second plate.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system for measuring changes in the vital signs of poultry and a method for predicting whether poultry is infected with pathogens using the same. The present disclosure can be helpfully used to determine an overall health condition including the outbreak of various poultry diseases by measuring quantitative changes in vital signs of poultry in real time. In particular, the present disclosure provides reliable real-time information about changes in vital signs through comparison of body temperature and noise measurement values of poultry for each time period reflecting circadian changes of the poultry, rather than simple comparison of the body temperature and noise measurement values with simple reference values, and thus can be used for early diagnosis of highly infectious pathogens such as avian influenza virus and early isolation of confirmed cases, and ultimately for effective prevention of the spread of diseases.

Abstract: Beehive for a bee species, the bee species comprise pollen collecting bees, the beehive comprising: a plurality of first openings (2) designed such that the pollen collecting bees of the beehive enter the beehive through these first openings (2) and that the pollen collecting bees lose their pollen, when they enter through the first openings (2); and a plurality of second openings designed such that the pollen collecting bees of the beehive can enter the beehive through these second openings (3) and that the pollen collecting bees keep their pollen, when they enter through the second openings (3), wherein the number of second openings is larger than 5% of the total number of openings (2, 3) constituted by the accumulative number of first openings (2) and second openings (3).

Abstract: In some embodiments, a honeycomb uncapping device may include a support structure with a first uncapping roller and a second uncapping roller. The first uncapping roller may be rotatably coupled to the support structure and may have a plurality of projections that radiate away from the first uncapping roller. The second uncapping roller may be rotatably coupled to the support structure and may have a plurality of projections that radiate away from the second uncapping roller. A channel for receiving a honeycomb frame having a honeycomb may be formed between the first and second uncapping roller. A tensioning element may be coupled to the first and/or second uncapping roller. The tensioning element may tension the second uncapping roller towards the first uncapping roller to tension the first and second uncapping rollers into contact with opposing sides of the honeycomb as the honeycomb frame is moved through the channel.

Abstract: Techniques and systems for robotic aquaculture are described. In one embodiment, for example, a mariculture system may include an aquatic animal containment system operative to hold a population of aquatic animals, the aquatic animal containment system comprising an enclosed hull having a receptacle configured to receive a mechanical core, the mechanical core configured to store at least one sub-system to implement at least one function of mariculture system, and a position management system operative to maintain the enclosed hull at a depth below a surface of a body of water. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract: Adaptive feeding of aquatic organisms in an aquaculture environment. Sensor data is received from an aquaculture environment sensor. The sensor data reflects environmental conditions in the aquaculture environment. Feed selection data is determined based on the sensor data. The feed selection data is sent to a feed controller thereby causing the feed controller to dispense one or more feed materials into the aquaculture environment. Alternatively, the feed selection data is sent to an electronic feed ordering system thereby causing an aquaculture feed provider to ship a feed material.

Abstract: In the present invention, an estimator for estimating the number of fish present in an underwater space is constructed by means of machine learning using, as teaching data, a plurality of data sets for learning that each include an echo image for learning, the echo image being based on received sound waves reflected by fish when sound waves are transmitted in an underwater space where fish are present, and the number of fish present in the underwater space in the echo image. The plurality of data sets for learning each include: an echo image for learning that is based on received sound waves reflected by fish when sound waves are transmitted in the underwater space where fish are present; and the number of fish present in the underwater space in the echo image.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to genetically modified non-obese diabetic (NOD) mice deficient in murine class I MHC molecules, class II molecules, or both class I and class II MHC molecules. The MHC knockout transgenic mice provided herein are useful, for example, for developing therapies for diabetes.

Abstract: An insect trapping apparatus includes a source of carbon dioxide for emission into the atmosphere, a chamber housing a catalyst to ignite the source of carbon, a cartridge containing a chemical attractant, the emission containing the chemical attractant, a trap for holding captured insects, and a vacuum capable of drawing the insects into the trap through a collar, the collar including a light-emitting diode (LED) fixture.

Abstract: The instant invention provides compositions, systems, and methods of attracting insects. The compositions comprise a carboxylic acid, an alcohol, a metallic base, an optional electrolyte, and an optional drying agent. The method of attracting insects comprises providing an insect catching device comprising a composition capable of releasing one or more gases to attract insects, and utilizing the insect catching device to catch the insects. capable of holding a container.

Abstract: Method for providing control data for an application vehicle (12) when selectively applying pesticides, comprising the following steps: providing (S10) location data of sub-areas (13, 14) of a field (10) to which at least one first pesticide has been applied in a first application; determining (S20) transition areas (20) associated with the sub-areas (13, 14) to which the at least one first pesticide has been applied and the adjacent areas to which the at least one first pesticide has not been applied, based on the provided sub-area location data; providing (S30) control data for controlling an application vehicle (12) for applying at least one second pesticide to the determined transition areas (20) in a second application.

Abstract: A control system may include a processor, a power source, optionally an antenna, optionally a communication device, optionally one or more cameras, one or more motion sensors, and optionally one or more electromechanical latches. The one or more motion sensors are configured to create signals indicative of one or both of: a presence of a target animal, or a direction of travel of an animal, wherein the processor is configured to process the signals indicative of one or both of: a presence of the target animal, or the direction of travel of an animal, and wherein the system is configured to output an actuation signal to actuate closure of one or more containments of a remote trap structure based on one or both of: the determined presence of the animal, or the determined direction of travel of the animal.

Abstract: A device for receiving a rodent trap includes a first planar portion for receiving the trap and a second planar portion operably connected to and extending from the first planar portion. The device also includes electronic components configured to be housed within one or more of the first planar portion or the second planar portion. The electronic components include a sensor configured to detect motion of an object located on one or more of the first planar portion or the second planar portion, a battery configured to provide power to the device; and a communications system configured to provide data from the sensor to a computing device.

Abstract: A snake barrier includes a plurality of barrier sections forming a boundary, each barrier section includes material in the form of an upright portion and an overhang portion extending generally perpendicular to the upright portion. A first support brace is removably coupled to a first base plate using a first retainer pin and is secured to the material at a first end of the barrier section. The first support brace includes a first upright member supporting the upright portion and a first overhang support member supporting the overhang portion. A second support brace is removably coupled to a second base plate using a second retainer pin and is secured to the material at a second end of the barrier section opposite the first end, the second support brace includes a second upright member supporting the upright portion and a second overhang support member supporting the overhang portion.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for providing a decoy are disclosed. In some embodiments, the decoy is attached to a weapon via a universal mount assembly.

Abstract: Systems for the prolonged storage of red blood cells (RBCs) are disclosed. The system includes a container made of a polymeric composition including polyvinyl chloride and a mixture of two or more hemolysis suppressing agents, and a storage medium that includes a fat emulsion entrained therein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for freezing a cell structure including freezing a cell structure including fragmented extracellular matrix components, cells and fibrin and having a three-dimensional tissue structure.

Abstract: An improved agrochemical formulation, and method for treating crops, is provided herein. The agrochemical formulation at least one herbicide selected from the group consisting of a 4-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase herbicide and a protoporphyrinogen oxidase inhibiting herbicide; and an organic drift control agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of [(1,5-diphenyl-1H-pyrazol-3-yl)oxy] acetic acid derivatives of the formula (I) and their salts (I) and compositions containing them, for reducing phytotoxic effects of agrochemicals, in particular of herbicides, in useful plants and crop plants. The invention also and in particular relates to certain [(1,5-diphenyl-1H-pyrazol-3-yl)oxy] acetic acid derivatives of the formula (I) and processes for preparing them.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a solid phase matrix comprising a layer of lignocellulosic fibers that can be used as effective cargo delivery for crop protection. Also disclosed is a mechanized planter for wrapping or encasing a plant seed, seed piece, seedling, or slip into the disclosed solid phase matrix. Also disclosed is a method for protecting a plant or plant that involves wrapping or encasing the plant or plant part in the disclosed solid phase matrix.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sanitizing/disinfecting composition containing a quaternary ammonium compound and a polybiguanide. The composition is a food contact safe composition which does not need rinsing after being applied to a substrate. The composition may be saturated into a wipe.

Abstract: An antimicrobial composition having an antimicrobial system. The antimicrobial system has from about 0.01 to about 10% by weight of the composition of a surfactant selected from the group consisting of non-ionic, cationic, amphoteric and a mixture thereof; from about 0.01 to about 10% by weight of the composition of a non-aqueous solvent; and an antimicrobial agent having a modified amino acid according to Formula I. The composition has at least 50% by weight of the composition of water and has a pH of less than 9 as measured at 25° C.

Abstract: An antimicrobial composition having an amide modified amino acid antimicrobial active. The composition has a pH of less than 9 as measured at 25° C.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the technical field of crop protection. The present disclosure primarily to herbicide compositions comprising as compound (A) ethyl [3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2,4-dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropy-qrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyloxy] acetate (epyrifenacil) and as compound (B) the triethanolamine salt of 2,4-dichlorophenoxy-acetic acid (2,4-D), in particular to formulations of a certain type and preferably containing further constituents, said compositions and formulations having improved properties. The disclosure also relates to methods of manufacturing such compositions and formulations and the use of such compositions and formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising as component (A) at least one compound of formula (I), or an agrochemically acceptable salt thereof wherein R1 is (II) or (III) and, as component (B), at least one compound, or agrochemically acceptable salt thereof, selected from the group consisting of B-I, B-II, B-III, B-IV, B-V, B-VI, B-VII, B-VIII, B-IX and to their use in controlling plants or inhibiting plant growth.

Abstract: Described herein are fungicidal combinations and compositions including at least one multisite fungicide and at least three systemic fungicides. Methods of controlling a fungal disease in a crop or a locus include applying an effective amount of the disclosed fungicidal combinations to the crop or to the locus.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel heteroaryl-triazole and heteroaryl-tetrazole compounds of the general formula (I), in which the structural elements Y, Q1, Q2, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 have the meaning given in the description, to formulations and compositions comprising such compounds and for their use in the control of animal pests including arthropods and insects in plant protection and to their use for control of ectoparasites on animals.

Abstract: A presaturated wiping product is disclosed well suited for destroying non-enveloped viruses, including the Norovirus. The wiping composition contains a first anti-microbial agent blended with a second agent, such as a preservative. Even at very low concentrations within the wiping composition, the wiping products can completely destroy and kill non-enveloped viruses at relatively short contact times.

Abstract: A resonance antimicrobial coating composition for disinfecting surface and a method of preparation thereof are disclosed. Particularly, the resonance antimicrobial coating composition comprises a nano-sized metal oxide selected from the group consisting of silver oxide, copper oxide and a combination thereof, and at least one ultraviolet or fluorescent light-assisted photocatalyst. The atoms of the composition are in a state of energy excitation that vibrate at a frequency of 0.5 kHz to 500 kHz for a predetermined period upon being subjected to bombardment with a vibration force at the frequency for at least 24 hours.

Abstract: Stable antimicrobial compositions for disinfection are disclosed. Such disinfectant compositions are highly effective in reducing, preventing and/or eradicating biofilm formation and other prevalent pathogens, have extended antimicrobial and antiviral activity for more than 24 hours, have a bio-compatible pH, are suitable for personal, clinical and surgical use and are safe to skin, mucous membranes and wounds, remain stable without precipitation, discoloration or loss of antimicrobial efficacy for at least 12 months, and are beneficial for a range of applications and uses in improving and supporting human and animal health.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of pesticides. More specifically, the present invention provides compositions and methods for the preparation of non-live Chromobacterium pesticides. In a specific embodiment, a method for producing a non-live Chromobacterium biopesticide comprises the steps of (a) growing the Chromobacterium in a bioreactor with culture medium; (b) oxygenating the Chromobacterium during step (a); (c) adding an antibiotic to the Chromobacterium culture; (d) incubating the Chromobacterium culture under hypoxic conditions; (e) pouring the Chromobacterium culture on to a substrate; (f) air drying the Chromobacterium; and (g) crushing the dried Chromobacterium into a powder.

Abstract: Methods, systems, and kits are provided for in situ seed treatment with liquid crop benefit compositions at planting in furrow.

Abstract: A method for severing a dough portion from a dough mass by a dough portioning device having a container, a first portioning roller having a plurality of severing edges and a second portioning roller having a plurality of severing edges, wherein a depression is respectively provided between two severing edges. The method comprises rotating the first and second portioning rollers into a receiving position, and receiving a part of the dough mass in two depressions of the first and second portioning rollers facing the container. The method further comprises rotating the first and second portioning rollers into a waiting position, decreasing rotational speeds of the first and second portioning rollers, waiting for a waiting time to elapse and increasing the rotational speeds of the first and second portioning rollers and rotating the first and second portioning rollers into a severing position.