Abstract: A novel maize variety designated X95T028 and seed, plants and plant parts thereof are produced by crossing inbred maize varieties. Methods for producing a maize plant by crossing hybrid maize variety X95T028 with another maize plant are disclosed. Methods for producing a maize plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into X95T028 through backcrossing or genetic transformation, and to the maize seed, plant and plant part produced thereby are described. Maize variety X95T028, the seed, the plant produced from the seed, and variants, mutants, and minor modifications of maize variety X95T028 are provided. Methods for producing maize varieties derived from maize variety X95T028 and methods of using maize variety X95T028 are disclosed.

Abstract: A garden bean variety designated ‘Kestrel’ is disclosed. The disclosure relates to the seeds of garden bean variety ‘Kestrel’, to the plants of garden bean variety ‘Kestrel’, and to methods for producing a bean plant by crossing the garden bean variety ‘Kestrel’ with itself or another bean line. The disclosure further relates to methods for producing a bean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic plants produced by that method and to methods for producing other garden bean lines derived from the garden bean variety ‘Kestrel’.

Abstract: The invention provides seeds and plants of pepper hybrid DRPB1725 and pepper line SBR-XZ17-0012. The invention thus relates to the plants, seeds, plant parts, and tissue cultures of pepper hybrid DRPB1725 and pepper line SBR-XZ17-0012 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 DRPB1725 and pepper line SBR-XZ17-0012 comprising introduced beneficial or desirable traits.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the invention relates to Capsicum plants which produce fruits which are and remain green at maturity and/or over-maturity, and not olive green like existing evergreen varieties, wherein said plants homozygously comprises in their genome a mutant allele of the cl gene encoding the Capsicum stay-green (CaSGR) protein and a mutant allele of the wt gene encoding the phytoene synthase (PSY) protein. The invention also relates to parts and cells of said plants, in particular pepper fruits which are and remain green at maturity and/or over-maturity. The invention also relates to methods for producing said Capsicum plants and methods for identifying, detecting and/or selecting said plants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Solanum lycopersicum seed designated 74-CH2146 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Solanum lycopersicum plant produced by growing the 74-CH2146 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the tomato cultivar, represented by tomato variety 74-CH2146 RZ.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a Solanum lycopersicum seed designated 74-CH2147 RZ. The present invention also relates to a Solanum lycopersicum plant produced by growing the 74-CH2147 RZ seed. The invention further relates to methods for producing the tomato cultivar, represented by tomato variety 74-CH2147 RZ.

Abstract: A backpack for carrying pets includes a main body that has a compartment for carrying a pet, shoulder straps attached to the front of the main body, a brace attached to the back of the main body, and a yoke attached to the brace so that a singular hole is formed between the yoke and a top portion of the main body that defines a paw portal allowing the limbs of the pet to protrude from the backpack. A tail port can be included at a bottom of the main body to allow the tail of the pet to protrude from the main body. The main body and brace provide rigidity and adjustable compression to allow the pet to sit up in the main body when carried in the backpack. The main body has multiple entry and exit points for loading and unloading the pet.

Abstract: A system for assisting a veterinarian in caring for an animal has a veterinarian animal cage having a cage body and a door that allows access to the cage body. The system further has a computer with a wireless data communication device, and a display screen, the computer being mounted on the veterinarian animal cage. The system further has a central server being operably connected with the computer and having a management program and a database for storing the information about the animals, and for transmitting information related to the animal housed in the veterinarian animal cage to the computer, so that the information may be visually outputted on the display screen. The computer receives input from the veterinarian, and transmits the input to the central server where it is stored in the database of the central server.

Abstract: A foldable apparatus for feeding pets is disclosed. The apparatus comprises a vertical base module mounted on a vertical surface, and a horizontal container module having an opening for receiving a container. The horizontal container module is pivotably connected to a lower section of the vertical base module, allowing it to fold upwards and into the vertical base module in a closed configuration, thereby saving space when not in use. In an open configuration, the horizontal container module rests at an angle perpendicular to the vertical base module, providing a stable and comfortable feeding position for pets. The foldable apparatus can be customized for various container sizes and types, and can be installed at different heights to accommodate the size and mobility needs of pets. The invention offers numerous advantages, including space-saving design, adaptability, easy cleaning and maintenance, aesthetically pleasing appearance, enhanced feeding experience, improved pet health, and enhanced safety.

Abstract: A device for indicating a fed status of a pet includes a housing, a set of indicator members and an actuator mechanism. The device does not require electrical power and can either be mounted to existing food bowls/stands or the housing may include integral food bowls. The device is used to indicate whether a pet has been fed to prevent overeating or undereating. The device is particularly useful for indirectly communicating (via the device) with other members of a household so that anyone viewing the device is able to easily and quickly ascertain whether the pet has been fed and/or how many meals the pet has been fed.

Abstract: An animal feeding device that dispenses food to a domesticated animal, such as a pet. Food is used to motivate the domesticated animal, such as a dog, to move to a target. A target, such as a pad positioned on the floor, is actuated by an activity of the domesticated animal. Upon actuation of the target a dispenser dispenses food. The domesticated animal learns that actuating the target will reward the domesticated animal by providing food to the domesticated animal. By dispensing a small amount of food, the domesticated animal will repeat the process several times over the course of a day, providing exercise to the domesticated animal. The use of multiple remote dispensers, with only one of the remote dispensers actuated, causes the domesticated animal to search for the dispenser that dispensed food, increasing the amount of exercise for the domesticated animal.

Abstract: A pet nail clipper includes a cutter with a first blade having a first v-shaped cutting edge; and a second blade, opposed to the first blade, having a second v-shaped cutting edge. The first v-shaped cutting edge and second v-shaped cutting edge are positioned relative to each other to form a hole to receive a nail. A first arm is secured to the first blade, and a second arm is secured to the second blade. The clipper can include lighting, a transparent back stop, and an on-board medicinal agent.

Abstract: A pet grooming tool has a pet engageable portion and a handle portion. The pet engageable portion has a first section of a first brush characteristic sandwiched between a second section and third section of brush characteristics different from the first brush characteristic. The handle portion is secured to the pet engageable portion sized for grasping by a human hand.

Abstract: A toy for a pet generally includes a housing defining an opening, and an insert configured to fit at least partly within the opening of the housing. The insert is expandable from a first configuration in which the insert is capable of freely moving into and/or out of the opening of the housing to a second configuration in which the insert is inhibited from moving out of the opening of the housing. In some aspects, the insert is configured to substantially fill the opening of the housing when in the second configuration. In some aspect, the housing may have multiple openings, each capable of receiving an insert. And, in some aspects, the insert is expandable from the first configuration to the second configuration by heating the insert or exposing the insert to microwave energy.

Abstract: Embodiments are directed toward a coupler orientation system. In some embodiments, the coupler orientation system includes an orientation member that enables a coupler to pivot relative to a surface of a structure to which the coupler is fixed while resiliently orienting the coupler substantially orthogonal to the surface. Accordingly, the orientation member facilitates securing objects with a single hand.

Abstract: A leash may include a first snap that is connected to a first end of the leash, a first handle connected to the first snap, a first D-ring connected to the first handle, a first bungee web connected to the first handle, a second handle connected to the first bungee web, a second bungee web connected to the second handle, a collar section connected to the second bungee web, a second snap connected to the collar section, a glide slidably attached to the collar section, and a second D-ring attached to the glide. A hands-free belt may be worn by a person and the first snap may be attached to a slidable O-ring on the hands-free belt. Alternatively, the first snap may be attached to the first D-ring to create a handle. The second snap may be connected to the second D-ring to create a collar from the collar section.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a two-in-one dog training device integrating functions of a dog repeller. The two-in-one dog training device integrating functions of a dog repeller includes a host and a receiver fixedly worn on a pet body through a bandage and is connected with the host through a wireless signal; the host is provided with a dog training control key for controlling a vibration motor or electric shock electrodes respectively; the host is configured to transmit an instruction signal after receiving an instruction input by the dog training control key; the receiver is configured to receive the instruction signal and then warn and punish the pet according to the instruction signal; and the host is also provided with a dog repelling unit for repelling a dog; and the dog repelling unit includes a high-frequency sound wave generator and a dog repelling key for controlling the high-frequency sound wave generator.

Abstract: Livestock water monitoring systems and methods are disclosed herein. An example system includes a controller configured to receive sensor output from a sensor associated with an animal when the animal is in communication range of the system, monitor the sensor output to detect behavior parameters when the animal is in communication range with the base station, generate an alert message when a deviation is detected in the behavior parameters, and transmit the alert message to at least one recipient.

Abstract: The invention provides a system (1000) for providing olfactory molecules (1220) in an animal residence (200), the system (1000) comprising (a) a radiation system (1100), (b) a precursor material providing system (1200), and (c) a control system (300), wherein: the radiation system (1100) is configured to generate first radiation (1111); the precursor material providing system (1200) is configured to provide precursor material 5 (1210). wherein the precursor material (1210) is configured to be at least partly converted by the first radiation (1111) into the olfactory molecules (1220); and the control system (300) is configured to control generation of the olfactory molecules (1220) by controlling one or more of the radiation system (1100) and the precursor material providing system (1200).

Abstract: A birdfeeder apparatus for preventing large birds from accessing birdseed includes a housing which is configured for holding and dispensing birdseed. The housing includes a bird support configured to support desired birds. A plurality of guards is coupled to and extend outwardly away from the housing. A spacing between adjacent pairs of the plurality of guards has a size configured to obstruct undesired birds larger than the desired birds from landing on the bird support.

Abstract: A water-changing-free terrarium with pipeline type biofiltration system is provided, which includes: a terrarium body; a box body, disposed in the terrarium body and fixedly connected to a bottom of the terrarium body; a filtration assembly, disposed in the box body. The box body is provided with a first partition and a second partition therein, which are perpendicular to a bottom of the box body, and the first partition and the second partition are fixedly connected to the bottom of the box body. A filtration groove is defined between the first partition and the second partition, and is provided with filtration cotton therein. Through the filtration assembly, most impurities in the water are filtered and decomposed in the modified filter material. The purified water flows back to the terrarium through the outlet pipe, and other undecomposed impurities are adsorbed on the filtration cotton, which is beneficial for subsequent centralized cleaning.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an autoimmune disease animal model and a method for preparing the same. The animal model of the present invention efficiently generates an autoantibody that causes autoimmune disease, by introducing an autoantigen-encoding gene through the Cre-LoxP system, which enables stable and continuous expression of the autoantigen at a desired time by treatment of Cre recombinase. Contrary to the conventional method that fails to effectively produce autoantibody due to leaky expression and immune tolerance, or requires repeated administration over several weeks, the present invention achieves sustainable expression of an effective amount of autoantigen by only one TAT-Cre recombinase treatment, thus may be utilized as an outstanding animal model reproducing various symptoms and molecular mechanisms of autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: Systems and methods for continuous insects sensing are described. One example method includes receiving a flow at a singulator, the flow comprising one or more insects; singulating the insects into a single-file flow of insects; sensing, using a sensor, insects within the single-file flow of insects; and incrementing a counter based on each sensed insects in the single-file flow of insects.

Abstract: A round strand skirt material device to enhance the efficiency of producing fishing lures and flies. In one embodiment, the device comprises pre-cut flat layers of skirt material, each fused at opposite ends to secure individual cylindrical strands, obviating the need for manual separation. In another embodiment, the device takes the form of a roll, featuring serially connected pre-cut portions with detachable, perforated lines. These portions house separated round strands, promoting easy detachment and utilization. In some embodiments, the device can be used with barrel tools to form lures and flies. The device of the present invention provides anglers a time-saving tool adaptable to different manufacturing techniques, contributing to efficient and dynamic fishing lure and fly production.

Abstract: A reel seat grip member, a reel seat grip structure, and a fishing rod that are lightweight, have a compact hood, and have a high degree of freedom in design. A reel seat grip member includes a fairing portion, and a buttock portion connected to the fairing portion. The fairing portion is attached at least one hood of a pair of hoods for fixing a reel leg of which one end is provided on a rod body, and the buttock portion is attached to the rod body via an attachment member of which one end is provided on the rod body.

Abstract: A fishing rod handle member including a fishing rod reel seat and a fishing rod grip, that is lightweight, that makes it difficult for vibration from a rod body to attenuate, and that can hold strength without reinforcing an end of the grip with a separate member, and a fishing rod equipped therewith. In a fishing rod handle member, a reel seat main body in which a reel leg placement portion on which a reel leg is placed is formed and a grip connected to the reel seat main body are integrally molded, and the grip is connected to the reel seat main body at one end, and has a closed structure at the other end.

Abstract: A lure storage device having a compartment portion defining an internal space, the internal space adapted to at least partially accommodate a lure, a cover portion hingedly attached to the compartment portion, the cover portion movable relative to the compartment portion between a closed position in which the cover portion abuts and substantially closes access to the internal space internal of the compartment portion, and an open position in which the internal space is accessible, and a catchment portion attached to one of the compartment portion or the cover portion, the catchment portion movable between an unlocked condition in which the compartment portion and the cover portion can move between the open position and the closed position, and a secured condition in the closed position in which the catchment portion is releasably attached to the other of the compartment portion or the cover portion and retains the compartment portion and the cover portion in the closed position.

Abstract: An insect repellant device including a repellant portion and a light portion with a simulated flame and constant light option.

Abstract: Exemplary embodiments of a flashlight having an electronic insect control system are provided. In some exemplary embodiments, a flashlight apparatus is provided, having a head portion comprising a first light source, a tail portion, and a body portion between the head portion and tail portion, the body portion comprising an electronic insect control system, the electronic insect control system comprising a frame portion, a second light source provided within the frame portion, and an electrical grid provided within the frame portion and surrounding the second light source, wherein the electrical grid is configured to generate a voltage.

Abstract: An animal trap for safely trapping animals that may be safely set with a single hand. The trap has a frame with an opening and a pair of doors that are pivotally affixed to the frame adjacent to the opening. The doors are movable between an open and closed position. A rotating assembly is connected to each door through a corresponding linkage that are pivotally connected to the rotating assembly and one of the doors. The rotating assembly is rotatably affixed to the frame and rotatable between a set position and a tripped position about an axis. A spring biases one of the doors toward its closed position and when the rotating assembly is in its set position. A trigger mechanism is pivotally affixed to the frame and has a set position and a tripped position, rotating the trigger mechanism will trip the trap.

Abstract: An aquatic turtle decoy floated out to a chum slick is disclosed. The decoy has a chum ball on its back and includes apertures for dispensing chum, to replenish the chum slick. A silhouette of a turtle floating on an open water surface is visible and attracts game fish below. Sea birds, attracted to the chum ball on the decoy back, often cause a commotion at the open water surface, serving to further attract game fish to the aquatic turtle decoy.

Abstract: The invention provides a cell transport and storage composition comprising a block copolymer of polyoxypropylene and polyoxyethylene, and at least one compound selected from the group comprising carnitine and glycerol, a method of transporting or storing cells in the composition, and the use of a block copolymer of polyoxypropylene and polyoxyethylene for cell transport and/or storage at a temperature above 8° C., and a method of transporting and storing cells in a composition comprising a block copolymer of polyoxypropylene and polyoxyethylene at a temperature of more than 8° C.

Abstract: The present invention provides a cryopreservation device with an integrated tracking device chamber. The tracking device can be an RFID tag which can be placed in the cryopreservation device as part of the procedure for vitrification of a biological specimen. The cryopreservation device maintains its integrity and keeps the RFID tag securely in the chamber at both ambient conditions when the specimen is collected and under liquid nitrogen where the specimen is stored. The cryopreservation device with an integrated tracking device chamber allows for each individual biological sample to have its own tracking device for monitoring during cryogenic storage.

Abstract: A composition containing a radical generation source and a radical generation catalyst. The composition in the present invention contains a radical generation catalyst (a), a radical generation source (b), a thickener (c), and water (d).

Abstract: A highly loaded bromoxynil herbicidal formulation including two emulsifiers and at least one suitable solvent is provided, in which the formulation has low flammability and cold stability. The formulation of the may include one or more other active ingredients.

Abstract: Liquid antimicrobial compositions with yeasticidal and virucidal efficacy including at least one acid, an alkyl ether carboxylic acid, and an additional surfactant, wherein the use pH is less than about 5 are disclosed. The compositions provide effective alternatives to quaternary ammonium compounds while also beneficially providing yeasticidal efficacy in addition to broad antimicrobial and virucidal efficacy. Methods of using the liquid compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The current invention relates to a herbicide enhancer agent for enhancing the efficiency of herbicides, comprising a polymer of a hydroxycinnamic acid with an average molecular mass higher than 400 g/mol. The invention also relates to a herbicidal formulation comprising: a herbicide and a polymer, wherein, the polymer is a polymer of a hydroxycinnamic acid with an average molecular mass higher than 400 g/mol, and the weight ratio of the herbicide to the polymer is between 1:10 and 1000:1. The invention also relates to the use of said formulation. The invention furthermore relates to a method for controlling weeds or for aiding harvest (desiccant).

Abstract: The present application relates to an amino acid that accelerates fruit ripening, and provides a use of the amino acid for accelerating fruit ripening. A composition containing the amino acid can achieve an excellent effect of promoting plant growth and/or fruit ripening.

Abstract: Compositions and methods using plant-derived peptides, that are biopesticides are described. The compositions and methods can be used to reduce the damage of citrus plants and plant parts as well as losses in harvested fruits caused by citrus greening disease by treatment with a peptide or mixture of peptides.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods relating to antimicrobial compositions. In particular, the invention relates to antimicrobial compositions providing a xanthene dye and component that acts in synergy with the xanthene dye and methods of using antimicrobial compositions for treatment of biological tissues. In particular, the component acting in synergy with the xanthene dye is an organic dye, borate, an inorganic salt, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The present invention refers to physicochemically stable formulations that allow the delivery of two, three or more active components having different physicochemical features that are a priori chemically incompatible with each other and in different concentrations as well as the use and method of producing said formulation.

Abstract: Substituted 1,2,4-thiadiazolyl nicotinamides, salts or N-oxides thereof and their use as herbicidally active substances The present invention relates to substituted 1,2,4-thiadiazolyl nicotinamides of the general formula (I), salts or N-oxides thereof, where the radicals in the general formula (I) correspond to the definitions given in the description, and to their use as herbicides, in particular for controlling broad-leaved weeds and/or weed grasses in crops of useful plants and/or as plant growth regulators for influencing the growth of crops of useful plants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal mixtures of isothiocyanate derivatives and commercial fungicides, and to compositions comprising such mixtures and methods for using such mixtures as fungicides.

Abstract: An herbicide is disclosed that allows an increase in the concentration of two types of glyphosate herbicide, monoisopropylamine (MIPA) and Potassium (K Salt) while maintaining efficacy without reliance on surfactants. The process and formulation produce a bioefficacy of a glyphosate composition that is significantly improved using specific combinations of natural inert ingredients, yielding higher concentrations of glyphosate salts while minimizing viscosity. That is, a formulation of a higher concentration product in a ready-to-sell form that has the same efficacy when diluted as less concentrated products currently available. This invention is more cost-effective to ship and takes up less storage space while requiring less manufacturing steps and cost associated.

Abstract: An antiviral environment-friendly composite plating layer, a preparation method therefor, and an antiviral environment-friendly product. The antiviral environment-friendly composite plating layer includes: a semi-bright nickel layer, a microporous nickel layer and an environment-friendly black chromium composite antiviral layer; the semi-bright nickel layer is provided on a base material having antiviral requirements; the microporous nickel layer is provided on the surface of the side of the semi-bright nickel layer away from the base material; the environment-friendly black chromium composite antiviral layer is provided on the surface of the side of the microporous nickel layer away from the base material; the environment-friendly black chromium composite antiviral layer has a nanoneedle structure and is formed by a composite raw material containing an antiviral ammonium salt, and the concentration of the antiviral ammonium salt in the composite raw material is 50-100 g/L.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a dried biological composition, comprising at least one silica, a mixture of polysaccharides and glycoproteins, at least one microbe, at least one sugar or sugar alcohol and a resin. The dried biological composition is produced by the following steps: (a) mixing of at least one silica, mixture of polysaccharides and glycoproteins, at least one microbe and at least one sugar or sugar alcohol in aqueous solution, (b) spray drying the mixture of (a), (c) coating the spray dried mixture (b) with a compound containing a resin in a fluidized bed. The composition is meant for agricultural usage like foliar spray or seed treatments.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for producing products with molecules or macromolecules attached thereto and apparatus for carrying out this method. The method comprises the steps of: (a) generating a plasma at a location separated from the substrate; and (b) contacting the substrate exposed to the plasma with the biological macromolecule. Suitably the macromolecule is a bacteriophage. Thus, products of methods of the invention are for prevention and amelioration of bacterial contamination of the product or materials in contact with said product or products.

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: The subject invention pertains to controlling and/or treating infections of Candidatus Liberibacter spp. that leads to citrus greening in citrus plants, such as orange trees, grapefruit trees, lime trees, lemon trees and the like and potato zebra chip disease in potato and other tuber plants using specifically targeted antimicrobial peptides (STAMPs).

Abstract: Provided are a rigid surface treatment agent capable of imparting an antibacterial property to a rigid surface, and a method for treating a rigid surface using the rigid surface treatment agent. The rigid surface treatment agent comprises, as an active component, a polypeptide which consists of an amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2, or a polypeptide which consists of an amino acid sequence having an identity of at least 80% with the amino acid sequence of SEQ ID NO: 2, and has activity of degrading a glycine-glycine bond in a peptide sequence.