Abstract: The present invention relates to novel herbicidally active substituted 1-pyridyl-5-azinylpyrazolyl-3-oxyalkyl acids, 1-pyridyl-5-azinylpyrazolyl-3-sulfanylalkyl acids, 1-pyridyl-5-azinylpyrazolyl-3-sulfinylalkyl acids and 1-pyridyl-5-azinylpyrazolyl-3-sulfonylalkyl acids, and to the derivatives thereof according to the general formula (I) or agrochemically acceptable salts thereof. The present invention further relates to processes for preparing these compounds and to the use thereof for controlling broad-leaved weeds and weed grasses.

Abstract: The disclosure provides for agrochemical compositions comprising a succinate dehydrogenase inhibitor, a DMI fungicide storage stable aqueous suspension concentrates. The disclosure further provides for methods of reducing crystal growth in agriculturally-active compounds in an agrochemical composition. In yet a further aspect, the disclosure provides for methods of utilizing an agrochemical composition to control diseases in a plant or crop.

Abstract: Methods of manufacturing a moisture-activated powder are provided which provide generation and release of chlorine dioxide without detectable amounts of any toxic by-products such as chlorine gas, chlorites, or chlorates. The powder need not be exposed to light before or during exposure of the powder to moisture or relative humidity to generate the gas. The powder can also be prepared under conditions that minimize or prevent decomposition or oxidation of sodium chlorite or premature moisture activation of the powder during the manufacturing process to maximize its activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antimicrobial compositions comprising graphene-silver cation nanocomposites and uses for same as an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial agent is particularly useful as a disinfectant or for use as a coating to confer antimicrobial activity to a substrate. The antimicrobial agent can further be used to enhance filtration efficiency in PPE, face masks, and filters in air filtration (HVAC) systems, and other airflow membranes and filters to reduce the transmission of microbial pathogens.

Abstract: Controlled-release liquid pesticide formulation that provide extended release, reduction in pesticide drift, and target control of invasive aquatic macrophytes, macroalgae, and/or benthic algae or cyanobacteria. In one embodiment, controlled-release liquid pesticide formulations include an active ingredient associated with or bound to a carrier and suspended in a liquid medium. In another embodiment, controlled-release liquid pesticide formulations comprise: a pesticide associated with a non-aqueous liquid or solid complex precipitates when applied to water bodies.

Abstract: This disclosure provides applications having enhanced antimicrobial efficacy (synergy) of silver and copper components and medical use of their combinations. Antimicrobial materials, dressings and formulations are provided and methods to use the materials, dressings and formulations.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a new composition for use as a nutrient and soybean inoculant. The composition comprises an inoculant (e.g., Bradyrhizobium), one or more plant nutrients, and preferably a carrier for the inoculant and one or more plant nutrients. Additionally, the composition is preferably free of peat and advantageously the Bradyrhizobia are not harmed and remain active, even when stored with the nutrients. The composition can be applied to soil and/or to soybean seeds, thus assisting soybean seeds in fixing nitrogen.

Abstract: Affinity constructs and affinity molecules to direct insecticidal toxins to insect specific structures of target insects are presented herein. The affinity constructs comprise of at least one affinity molecule that is capable of recognizing, or capable of binding to, or binding to, or being directed to, or being designed to bind to an insect-specific structure in and/or on a target insect, and at least one other affinity molecule capable of binding to, or binding to, or being directed to, or being designed to bind to an insecticidal protein (toxin) wherein the at least two affinity molecules are operably coupled. Presented herein are also methods of making and using these affinity constructs and affinity molecules.

Abstract: A method of introducing a molecule of interest into an insect or an insect cell includes interacting a cell-penetrating peptide with a molecule of interest to form a complex. The structure is then placed in contact with an insect or an insect cell and allowing uptake of the complex into the insect or insect cell. Alternatively, an RNA polynucleotide (mRNA, or an RNAi-mediating molecule) can be introduced in an insect or an insect cell by interacting a peptide with the polynucleotide of interest to form a complex, allowing uptake of the RNA complex into the insect or insect cell, and expressing the polynucleotide in the insect or an insect cell.

Abstract: Plant growth compositions include a solvent composition and an active component composition. The solvent composition includes 1-methoxy-2-propanol, glyceryl triacetate, methyl isobutyl ketone, 2-bytoxy ethanol, ethyl acetate, butyl lactate, lactic acid and/or n-butyl pyrrolidone. The active component combination is formulated to increase the growth of a plant, and includes an auxin, a gibberellin, a cytokinin, or a combination thereof. The solvent composition excludes butanol and/or citric acid. The boiling point of the solvent composition is at least about 100° C. and less than about 180° C. The solvent composition is compatible with Rhizobia. A method of improving plant growth involves applying the plant growth composition to plant seeds, which may include soybean seeds, corn seeds, wheat seeds, barley seeds, alfalfa seeds, or combinations thereof, and growing the nascent plants to maturity.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to liquid dispensing systems and more specifically to liquid dispensing systems having a reusable dispensing fixture and a reusable spray dispenser.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to liquid dispensing systems and more specifically to liquid dispensing systems having a reusable dispensing fixture and a reusable spray dispenser.

Abstract: A natural extract from seeds of Rosa canina which has a high antimicrobial activity is provided. The extract, which is diluted in water at different concentrations, constitutes an antimicrobial solution used in various fields: in environmental disinfection, both in humans and animals, as a base for antibacterial/antifungal preparations for topical, cutaneous or mucosal use. The extract is used in the preparation of disinfectant solutions that are used in the outpatient, hospital and domestic field, for air conditioner filters and for environments used for the preparation of food, as an ingredient in mouthwashes, toothpastes and skin creams.

Abstract: Disclosed is a baking tray for baking food, including a sheet connected to a tubular peripheral frame substantially shaped like a rectangular frame. The coupling between the sheet and the frame is obtained so as to allow an at least partial recovery of the differences in thermal expansion between the sheet and the frame. Namely, the connection between the edge of the sheet and the tubular elements of the frame is obtained by folding the sheet on itself in a U, at the edge, and fitting the latter on substantially “L”-shaped section bars suitably connected to the tubular elements of the frame, respectively, by electric spot welding.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new method and apparatus for performing water jet cutting of food items on conveyor belts. The invention provides a cutting unit with a novel design and a method for the use of plurality of cutting devices for cutting, trimming and removing undesired tissue from food items in a more accurate but faster way than prior art methods.

Abstract: A system and method are provided for processing a backhalve of a slaughtered poultry carcass, comprising a back portion and legs, and transported by a conveyor in a suspended manner. The system comprises a back turning device, having a stationary frame and a receiving element movably connected to the frame and configured to receive at least a part of the back portion and configured to be moved in the conveying direction with at least said part of the back portion received in the receiving element during continued movement of the backhalve so as to turn the back portion upside-down; and a separation device for separating the legs from the back portion with the back portion in said upside-down orientation.

Abstract: A system and method for object processing using magnetic levitation includes moving carriers with drive magnets across an array of planar motors. Food items on the carriers are moved through processing steps. The system determines the weight of multiple food items and coordinates and arranges for the batching of food items totaling a desired weight from an assembly of available food items and presents the selected food items to an operator for further processing. The system moves the carriers to engage the food items with processing equipment, such as for attaching to poultry shackles, or for cutting by a filet machine.

Abstract: An oyster clamp comprising a base element having an indentation for receiving an oyster to be opened. A lip coupled to the base element hangs over and impinges upon an edge of a work surface on which the oyster clamp is placed, and a slide inhibitor is arranged to prevent the base element from sliding on the work surface. A backstop is affixed to the base element to prevent the oyster from exiting the back of the oyster clamp when in use. An oyster clamping element is operatively coupled to a handle and to the base element, such that operating the handle causes the clamping element to push the oyster down against the base element.

Abstract: The present application relates to an amino acid beverage containing allulose; a sweetener including an oligosaccharide having increased acid resistance, a food including the same; an aerated water comprising allulose; fermented milk comprising saccharides comprising high content of allulose; and method of making and use thereof.

Abstract: A preparation method of a walnut yogurt includes roasting peeled walnut kernels at 145° C. to 165° C. for 5 to 25 min, degreasing the roasted walnut kernels until the fat content is 20% to 50% to obtain semi-degreased walnut kernels, mixing the semi-degreased walnut kernels with a stabilizer, a carbon source and water and then milling the resultant to obtain a walnut slurry, and subjecting the walnut slurry to fully mixing, sterilization, inoculation, and fermentation to obtain the walnut yogurt. This preparation method can effectively improve the aroma of walnuts after roasting at high temperature. On this basis, the ideal flavor of the system can be ensured after removing part of the fat. Moreover, a yogurt with stable quality and rich nutritional value can be obtained by removing fat to the above degree.

Abstract: Methods and materials for using plant seeds (e.g., grape seeds) as a filler ingredient for chocolate, cocoa, or other consumable products are provided herein.

Abstract: A stick handling apparatus for handling ice cream sticks, said apparatus comprising a magazine arranged to hold ice cream sticks, a conveyor band arranged to retrieve ice cream sticks from the magazine, a stacker unit arranged to retrieve ice cream sticks from the conveyor band and to stack the ice cream sticks one after the other, a stick placing unit arranged to receive the ice cream sticks from the stacker unit for positioning the ice cream sticks inside a piece of ice cream mass, and a printer unit configured to print information on the ice cream sticks while the ice cream sticks are conveyed by the conveyor band.

Abstract: Embodiments include a method of producing a protein concentrate from seaweed for use as a meat substitute. The seaweed protein concentrate can be seasoned and/or colored for use as a meat substitute or other protein-based product.

Abstract: A production machine includes a first motor, a raw material mixer receiving a mixture of plant-based protein and stirring and mixing materials in the mixture; a raw material storage tank receiving and storing the mixture stirred and mixed by the raw material mixer; a vacuum pump evacuating the raw material storage tank; a second motor controlling discharging speed of the mixture from the raw material storage tank; a raw material delivery pump; a pressure pump receiving and pressurizing the mixture delivered by the raw material delivery pump from the raw material storage tank; a heating/cooling device heating the mixture to a preset heating temperature within a preset time period and cooling the mixture to a preset cooling temperature; a fiberizing and cooling mold receiving the cooled mixture and performing an extrusion operation thereon to form fibrous materials; and a forming mold shaping the fibrous materials to form an artificial meat.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the creation of meat-analogs, including bacon or jerky. The present invention further can relate to the use of hydrocolloid gels or films as structural components of meat analog food products. Hydrocolloid gels or films are used in order to improve the similarity of meat analog food products to whole muscle cuts of meat and seafood, including animal sourced bacon.

Abstract: The invention relates to edible microextruded products with compressive and tensile Young's moduli resembling the mechanical properties of meat, said edible products comprising several layers of microextruded elements made of a viscoelastic composition, said viscoelastic composition comprising in an appropriate edible solvent, high amounts of protein and an edible pseudoplastic polymer. The invention discloses also particular processes for obtaining such edible microextruded products, in particular a 3D printing method. Particular uses of edible products are also listed, including the use as meat-replacers. The invention discloses also new edible viscoelastic compositions comprising proteins and pseudoplastic polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing enzymatically hydrolysed water-soluble insect proteins, in particular from black soldier fly larvae protein as the protein source. In addition, the present invention relates to enzymatically hydrolysed water-soluble insect proteins and to Maillard reaction products of enzymatically hydrolysed water-soluble insect proteins, in particular from black soldier fly larvae protein as the protein source. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of the enzymatically hydrolysed water-soluble insect proteins or to the use of the Maillard reaction products of enzymatically hydrolysed water-soluble insect proteins.

Abstract: Pet food having a moisture content of 15% or less wherein when immersed in water for 5 seconds the pet food absorbs at least 30 masse water with respect to 100 mass % of the pet food.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a beverage with increased fullness. In particular, the present invention aims to provide a non-alcoholic beer-taste beverage with increased fullness. The present invention relates to, for example, a non-alcoholic beer-taste beverage containing adenosine at a concentration of 8 ppm or more.

Abstract: Stevia compositions are prepared from steviol glycosides of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni. The compositions are able to provide a superior taste profile and can be used as sweetness enhancers, flavor enhancers and sweeteners in foods, beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: A non-alcoholic functional beverage based on non-alcoholic beer enriched with amino acids and dietary fibre containing: 5.6%-10% v/v of yeast autolysate obtained from waste yeast slurry containing all free protein amino acids, both exogenous and endogenous, as well as three non-protein amino acids, i.e. taurine, ornithine and gamma aminobutyric acid, wherein the total content of free amino acids ranges from 30 to 49 g/l of autolysate and wherein the pH of the autolysate ranges from 4.7 to 5.9; 10%-20% v/v of a suspension of dietary fiber derived from crushed brewers spent grain, wherein this suspension is a mixture of soluble and insoluble dietary fiber fractions containing particles of the size up to 0.5 mm; 70% to 84.4% of non-alcoholic bee.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a processed food is provided, which includes steps of (a) processing raw materials classified per characteristics into a food, (b) after the step (a), weighing aged processed food by a predetermined weight, and inner packaging the weighed processed food with a laminated transparent film in which a polypropylene film, nylon and CPR are laminated together; (c) after the step (b), sterilizing the processed food at a low temperature and at high a temperature and a high pressure, and cooling the sterilized processed food at a predetermined temperature or lower, and (d) after the step (c), performing a detection test for metallic components in the sterilized and cooled processed food and then outer packaging the same.

Abstract: Disclosed is an apparatus for processing kelp comprising a material chamber, a stripper peg inside the material chamber, a shaft, wherein a portion of the shaft has threads for urging kelp forward, wherein the threads have notches in the outside edge of the threads, a perforated screen, an outer screen, a support beam, an outlet, and a faceplate. The apparatus can be used for a method to remove iodine from kelp using non-chemical means.

Abstract: A process for preparing a liquid food product comprising obtaining an oat flour by milling peeled oat grain; mixing the oat flour with water to obtain mixture B; adding at least one glycosidase and heating to a maximum of 80° C., obtaining mixture C comprising a liquid portion containing particles in suspension and a precipitating portion; lowering the temperature of mixture C to a maximum of 30° C. and adding a combination of at least a protease, a deamidase and a transglutaminase to obtain mixture D; incubating mixture D; and separation of the liquid portion and the precipitating portion of mixture D; or separation of the liquid portion and the precipitating portion of mixture C; lowering the temperature of the liquid portion to a maximum of 2° C. and adding at least a protease, a deamidase and a transglutaminase to obtain liquid portion D; and incubating liquid portion D.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a method for providing a food additive from moist spent grain, comprising adjusting the pH of the spent grain to 4.5 or below by addition of a pH regulator.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to compositions and methods for suppressing food cravings, promoting weight loss, and/or preventing and/or treating overweight or obesity. More specifically, the present disclosure is directed to “clean label” meal replacement bars and methods for making and using same. The disclosed meal replacement bar contains a base material including real food and/or natural ingredients providing proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and/or fiber; at least one natural binding agent to bind together the base material; and vitamins and minerals to provide complete nutrition. The disclosed meal replacement bar preferably is made from less than 15 ingredients in total and provides about 160 kcal energy and about 16 g of protein for a bar of about 44 g; or provides about 200 kcal of energy and about 20 g of protein for a bar of about 55 g.

Abstract: In one aspect, the disclosure relates to sweetener and/or umami compositions, methods of making same, products comprising same, and methods of improving mouthfeel in a product, e.g., a savory or umami food or beverage. In various aspects, the disclosed compositions comprise a sweetening agent and/or an umami agent and a taste modulator component. In various aspects, the disclosed sweetener compositions comprise a sweetening agent nd a taste modulator component. In further aspects, the disclosed savory compositions comprise an umami agent and a taste modulator component. In further aspects, the disclosed taste modulator composition can further comprise an additional CaSR modulator. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present disclosure.

Abstract: An edible formulation including: sweetener particles containing at least one of a sweetener carbohydrate and a sweetener polyol, and a milk protein disposed within the sweetener particles, wherein a weight content of the milk protein within the formulation, on a dry basis, is within a range of 0.005% to 1.5%.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method for purifying a crude composition comprising one or more steviol glycosides, compositions obtained therefrom and compositions in amorphous form comprising one or more steviol glycosides.

Abstract: A method for producing a steviol glycoside solution, which includes adding, to a solvent, steviol glycoside and 0.5 to 25 parts by weight of D-allulose per 100 parts by weight of the solvent.

Abstract: The invention describes compositions comprising glycosylated mogroside(s) or glycosylated swingle extracts and methods of enhancing the mouthfeel, sweetness or flavor of consumable products.

Abstract: Provided is a denatured protein material having all the characteristics of a) and b): a) according to the result of measuring molecular weight distribution, the area ratio for portions where the molecular weight is at least 2,000 Da and less than 20,000 Da is 45-90%; and b) when 250 mM of guanidine hydrochloride is added to an aqueous solution of denatured protein material having a crude protein concentration of 0.1%, the solution does not become cloudy, and when 2 M of ammonium sulfate is added, the solution becomes cloudy.

Abstract: Methods of production of edible filamentous fungal biomat formulations are provided as standalone protein sources and/or protein ingredients in foodstuffs as well as a one-time use or repeated use self-contained biomat reactor comprising a container with at least one compartment and placed within the compartment(s), a feedstock, a fungal inoculum, a gas-permeable membrane, and optionally a liquid nutrient medium.

Abstract: The invention relates to citrus fibers in dry form having a water holding capacity (WHC) of at least 35 mL of water per gram of anhydrous (0% moisture) fibers. Said fibers also have a swelling factor (SV), wherein when applying a gravitational force (G-force) on an aqueous medium containing 1 wt % of said fibers dispersed therein, the WHC varies with the G-force according to Formula (1) wherein DF is a decay factor of at least 500.

Abstract: A frozen meat treat device and method for freezing the treat in an ice cube includes a treat being an indulgence for a canine or a pet animal. The treat is a cubic shape and is a meat. The meat is baked at a temperature for partially baking the meat thus retaining a juice of the meat. Furthermore, an ice cube enwraps the treat. The ice cube is a larger cubic shape being large-scaled relative to the cubic shape of the treat. The ice cube includes frozen water and the juice of the meat for quenching a thirst of the canine or the pet animal.

Abstract: The technology disclosed in this specification pertains to encapsulating mixtures, encapsulating compositions, encapsulated products, and methods of their manufacture. The compositions and products comprise an emulsifier and a sweet flour and are useful for encapsulating oil-based ingredients. Such compositions and products can be formulated to have good oil retention and good oxidation resistance without the use of maltodextrins. In some embodiments the sweet flour is a sweet corn flour.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing an edible foodstuff from food industry waste stream byproducts. This process involves the steps of: (i) combining, in an extruder, an extrusion formulation comprising a first food byproduct and at least one additional ingredient; (ii) introducing supercritical carbon dioxide (SC-CO2) into the extruder to mix with the first food byproduct and the at least one additional ingredient; and (iii) producing an edible foodstuff containing the first food byproduct and the at least one additional ingredient, where the edible foodstuff comprises an extrudate prepared under supercritical fluid extrusion (SCFX) conditions. The present invention also relates to a process for preparing an edible foodstuff from a protein concentrate. The present invention further relates to edible foodstuffs produced by the various processes disclosed herein.

Abstract: Disclosed are powder compositions with a pH of at least 6 for delivery of an active agent to the nasal cavity, wherein the active agent is selected from at least one of nicotine, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and ethanol. The compositions comprise a filling agent of water soluble and water insoluble microcrystalline cellulose and a matrix forming agent and have a defined brightness and particle size range. Also disclosed are products including the powder compositions and support particles inducing a desired property to the product.

Abstract: A process for preparing an aerosol generating material including forming a first composition having a first binder and an aerosol former, forming a second composition having a tobacco material, a filler and optionally a second binder, combining the first composition and the second composition to form a mixture of the first composition and the second composition, the mixture including the first binder, the second binder and the filler in a total amount of between about 5% and about 15% by weight of the mixture and processing the mixture of the first composition and the second composition to form the aerosol generating material.

Abstract: Described is a pouched product for oral use that includes a liquid permeable cover material and a portion sized amount of a filling material has a water insoluble particulate material, the filling material being enclosed by the liquid permeable cover material. The particles of the water insoluble particulate material have an average particle size within the range of from 0.3 mm to 3.0 mm, a particle density in the range of from 0.8 g/cm3 to 1.7 g/cm3 and a pre-use moisture content of from 1% by weight of the filling material to 35% by weight of the filling material.