Abstract: A width-variable tillage device is provided with a frame and a leading four-bar first guide mechanism connected to the frame. The first guide mechanism has a depth guide element which regulates a height of the first guide mechanism above the ground, and an actuator which actuates the height of the first guide mechanism between a working position close to the ground and an elevated position remote from the ground. The tillage device further has a trailing second guide mechanism connected to the frame and having at least one tool for tillage, and a connecting member which connects the first and second guide mechanisms such that the second guide mechanism follows the height of the first guide mechanism and can be moved in a transverse direction. Furthermore, the tillage device has a width adjustment unit which can adjust a distance in the transverse direction between the first and second guide mechanisms.

Abstract: A soil-cultivation device includes a frame attachable to a tractor for movement along a direction of travel F and cultivating units mounted on the frame. Each cultivating unit has a tool carrier unit comprising soil-cultivation tools mounted on the tool carrier unit. The tool carrier unit may be detected in a direction A, ?A transverse to the direction of travel F. The soil-cultivation tool is moved by of the tool carrier unit on an endlessly circulating path. The tool carrier unit can be moved at a speed which is matched to the speed of the tractor in the direction of travel F such that the soil-cultivation tools engage exclusively in areas between two successive cultivated plants of the row of cultivated plants. A direction of movement of the tools, W, forms an angle ? relative to the direction of travel F, wherein 90°<?<180°.

Abstract: A weeding unit and a method for treating an agricultural field with the weeding unit traversing the agricultural field with the acts for detecting crop of a crop row growing in soil of the agricultural field, cutting and loosening the soil for weeding the crop row, and moving loosened soil within the crop row.

Abstract: An apparatus for working a field includes a chassis, at least one telescoping axle coupled to the chassis, wheels coupled to the telescoping axle and operably supporting the chassis, at least one sensor coupled to the chassis, and a central controller. The sensor is configured to measure sensor data indicative of a distance between at least one row of crops and at least one wheel. The central controller is configured to provide instructions to a hydraulic manifold to adjust the telescoping axle to change a distance of the at least one wheel from a centerline of the chassis based on the distance between the row and the wheel. Related methods and control systems are also disclosed.

Abstract: A system for controlling the operation of an agricultural implement includes a disk blade configured to rotate relative to soil in a field across which the agricultural implement is traveling. Furthermore, the system includes an imaging device configured to generate image data depicting a portion of the field positioned forward of the disk blade. Additionally, a computing system is configured to analyze the image data generated by the imaging device to identify one or more corn stalks that have been severed from a corresponding root ball and are present on a surface of the imaged portion of the field. Moreover, the computing system is configured to determine a length parameter associated with the identified one or more corn stalks. In addition, the computing system is configured to control an operating parameter of the disk blade based on the determined length parameter.

Abstract: A system for controlling the operation of an agricultural implement includes a disk blade configured to rotate relative to soil in a field across which the agricultural implement is traveling. Moreover, the system includes a computing system configured to access a map identifying a length parameter at a plurality of locations within the field. The length parameter is, in turn, associated with one or more corn stalks that have been severed from a corresponding root ball and are present on a surface of a portion of the field. In addition, the computing system is configured to receive location sensor data indicative of a current location of the agricultural implement within the field and control an operating parameter of the disk blade based on the accessed map and the received location sensor data.

Abstract: An intelligent seed production apparatus and method based on multistage screening and bud eye identification includes a feeding module, a pre-cutting module, a bud eye identifying and cutting module, and a material mixing module. The feeding module can screen out seed potatoes with the mass and shapes meeting the requirements through a multistage screening mechanism. The pre-cutting module can receive the seed potatoes discharged from the feeding module, and cut each seed potato in half, the bud eye identifying and cutting module can receive the seed potato pieces discharged from the pre-cutting module and determine the weight of the seed potatoes and identify the bud eye distribution on the surfaces of the seed potatoes, and cut the seed potato into multiple required tubers, so that bud eyes are distributed on different tubers uniformly. The material mixing module can receive the cut tubers, and complete the material mixing of the tubers.

Abstract: Systems and methods for producing seed pillows are disclosed herein. An exemplary system may include a first water-soluble film that is configured to receive a seed cluster, and a second film. The exemplary system may further include an ultrasonic welding wheel and a roller with a plurality of recesses located on an outer rim of the roller. Each recess of the plurality of recesses may include a hole through which suction is applied, and each seed cluster may be disposed over a recess. The roller may be configured to apply suction to the first water-soluble film, rotate through a contact point with the ultrasonic welding wheel to fuse the first water-soluble film to the second film without contacting the seed cluster to create a seed pillow, and release the seed pillow from the recess.

Abstract: Seed pillows are disclosed herein. An exemplary seed pillow may include a first water-soluble film, a seed cluster disposed on the first water-soluble film, and a second film that is positioned over the first water-soluble film and the seed cluster. The second film may have a first portion that is fused to a second portion of the first water-soluble film from ultrasonic vibrations. Further, the first water-soluble film and the second film may be shrink-wrapped around the seed cluster through heat application to the first water-soluble film and the second film for a first period of time.

Abstract: A method and an apparatus for systematized cultivation of grain crops are disclosed involve a conveying unit, a sowing unit, a seedling-growing/warehousing unit, an irrigating/draining/fertilizing unit, a canopying unit, a harvesting unit, a soil treating unit, and a liquid-fertilizer fermenting unit. The conveying unit conveys culture boxes in a cyclic process to distribute plants in the seedling-growing/warehousing unit and the irrigating/draining/fertilizing unit for cultivation. The culture boxes cultivating plants related to other system operations not corresponding to the growth period are conveyed to other areas through the cyclic process.

Abstract: An air seeder row unit includes a bracket configured to be attached to a frame of an air seeder, a support arm pivotally coupled to the bracket, a force device pivotally connected to the bracket and to the support arm, and a load sensor disposed adjacent the force device and configured to measure a load of the force device on the support arm. The support arm carries an opener disc and a gauge wheel, and the opener disc is configured to open a seed trench in a soil surface as the row unit travels in a forward direction of travel. An agricultural seeding implement includes a frame configured to be pulled through an agricultural field with a plurality of such row units coupled to the frame. Related methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: A sickle header has a cutter bar having a mounting plate extending along the cutter bar, a top cutter bar assembly mounted to reciprocate in a side-to-side motion relative to the mounting plate, the top cutter bar assembly having an elongate top knife bar mounted on a top slide plate. The cutter bar has a bottom cutter bar assembly mounted to reciprocate in a side-to-side motion relative to the mounting plate, the bottom cutter bar assembly having an elongate bottom knife bar mounted on a bottom slide plate. The top and bottom knife bars have a row of knife sections and oppositely facing adjacent knife sections of the top and bottom knife bars effect a cutting action as the cutter bar assemblies are reciprocatingly moved sidewardly. The cutter bar has a sickle drive mechanism configured to drive the cutter bar assemblies in opposite sideways directions.

Abstract: A residue spread monitoring system for an agricultural harvester includes sensors and a controller configured to receive images from the sensors and determine a mode of plume evaluation as a first mode of plume evaluation or a second mode of plume evaluation; determine, in the first mode of plume evaluation, a first spread of the plume of residue based on the residue within the one or more first images; measure, in the second mode of plume evaluation, one or more first characteristics of dust represented in the one or more first images; and process, in the second mode of plume evaluation, the one or more first characteristics of dust is used to obtain the first spread of the plume of residue; and control operation of the agricultural harvester according to the first spread of the plume of residue.

Abstract: A system for analyzing agricultural material includes a bypass housing configured to receive the agricultural material, a metering conveyor disposed in the bypass housing, at least one sensor configured to detect a fill level of the agricultural material within the bypass housing, and a controller communicatively coupled to the at least one sensor. The controller is configured to control a rate of operation of the metering conveyor based on the fill level detected by the at least one sensor.

Abstract: An apparatus for analyzing agricultural material includes a housing defining an inlet adjacent a first end of the housing and configured to receive the agricultural material, a first chamber coupled to the inlet, a first outlet coupled to the first chamber, a second chamber coupled to the first chamber, a funnel portion between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a second outlet adjacent a second end of the housing and coupled to the second chamber. The second chamber includes a metering conveyor. The apparatus includes a first sensor coupled to a first side of the housing. The first sensor may include a camera. At least one second sensor may be coupled to a second side of the housing. The at least one second sensor includes one or more of a moisture sensor, a near-infrared (NIR) sensor, a temperature sensor, a capacitive sensor, and a proximity sensor.

Abstract: A forage harvester is disclosed including a grain processor for processing of a chopped crop. The grain processor is driven by a belt drive in which an endless belt has a belt tension, an actuator for adjusting the belt tension in the belt drive and a control device for adjusting the actuator. The control device is configured to control the actuator based on input signals supplied to the control device with regard to a property of the crop and a stored relationship between the signal and an associated setting value of the actuator in terms of adapting the belt tension in the belt drive to the property of the crop. The control device is configured to receive the input signals from a sensor that interacts with the crop upstream of the grain processor and/or taken location-specific from a stored map. The actuator is commanded to adjust the belt tension in the belt drive based on the input signals related to the crop being processed.

Abstract: Fibre plant picking unit configured to be mounted on a vehicle chassis for picking hemp, comprising one or more picking elements, wherein each picking element comprises: —a frame part; —mounting means for mounting the frame part releasably on the vehicle chassis; and —a fibre plant picking and transport installation arranged on the frame part, comprising: —a plurality of pulleys; —at least one pair of endless conveyor belts trained over the plurality of pulleys and configured to grip the fibre plants therebetween and to pick and then transport them in gripped state, wherein in each case at least one of the pulleys corresponding with a conveyor belt is a drive pulley; and —a plurality of drive motors, wherein each of the drive motors is configured to drive only one or only two drive pulleys of a corresponding conveyor belt.

Abstract: A sugarcane harvester includes a basecutter assembly for cutting sugarcane stalks from sugarcane plants; a stalk-supporting mechanism for supporting the stalks of the sugarcane plants as they are being cut by the basecutters; a chopping section for chopping the sugarcane stalks into billets; and a discharge assembly for discharging the billets to a storage vehicle.

Abstract: A crop pick-up header (2) according to the invention comprises a frame (10) and a rotatable reel (13) configured to collect crops from the ground, as well as a rotatable auger (20) provided with two oppositely wound helicoidal flights (26). The auger is rotatable about its central axis with respect to a pair of support arms (21) which are themselves pivotable relative to the frame, so that the pivoting movement of the arms results in lowering or raising the auger. The height position of the auger (20) is a function of the crop throughput and of the auger's rotational speed. The header of the invention is equipped with at least one sensor (30) configured to measure the height position of the auger or a parameter representative thereof. The header comprises or is coupled to a control unit (31) configured to control the auger's rotational speed as a function of the detected height position, determined through the sensor (30).

Abstract: A chain guide for a wall of a grain elevator of an agricultural vehicle. The chain guide includes an elongated body. A rib extends from a surface of the elongated body, the rib being configured to engage with a chain of the grain elevator. A mating surface is either formed on or in the body, and the mating surface is configured to be connected to the wall of the grain elevator.

Abstract: One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed for developing appropriate settings for a windrower implement or forage harvester implement, to obtain a desired crop conditioning profile for a target crop. Field crop conditions may vary due to soil conditions, moisture content, and the operator may wish to get crop uniformity when collected. As such, a profile can be developed that provides adjustment data to actuators to adjust machine setting, to provide for a conditioning systems to obtain a desired result. The adjustment data can be generated based on such as the moisture content of the target crop, the target moisture content, and the dry-down characteristics for the crop. The profile can help set the harvesting system to provide appropriate cut and crimp to result in a desired dry-down time to get uniformity in the collected crop.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for monitoring a bale collection operation performed by an agricultural machine in a working environment. Operational data indicative of a working parameter of the agricultural machine is used to determine occurrence of a bale collection operation. The determined bale collection operation is associated with one or more bale identifiers in a database linked to the working environment, and the database is updated to indicate the identification of a collection of a bale corresponding to the respective bale identifier(s) in dependence on the association.

Abstract: A baler implement may include a main frame, a main housing, a gate, a latch housing, a latch, and a debris shield. The main housing is supported by the main frame. The gate is attached to and rotatably supported by the main housing. The latch housing is coupled to one of the main frame and the gate. The latch housing has a retainer and defines a pocket. The latch is coupled to an other of the main frame and the gate. The latch is controllable between a release position operable to disengage the retainer to allow the gate to move relative to the main housing and an engaged position operable to engage the retainer to hold the gate relative to the main housing. The debris shield is resiliently deformable to allow the latch to move through the opening of the pocket to limit debris entering the pocket.

Abstract: A system and method for automatic wrapping bales in a bale wrapper, including placing a bale on a loading table and performing a wrapping cycle. The wrapping cycle including rotating a wrapping hoop to apply a wrapping material to a bale surface, moving a bale pushing device from a first position toward a second position to push the bale through the wrapping hoop, dispensing from a first material applicator and a second material applicator, comparing a theoretical applied wrapping material quantity to an actual applied wrapping material quantity, adjusting a ratio of moving speed of the bale pushing device to rotational speed of the wrapping hoop, to apply a predetermined amount of wrapping material, continuing to move the bale pushing device until the second position is reached, stopping the rotation of the wrapping hoop, and moving the bale pushing device from the second position to the first position.

Abstract: A re-bale feeder (10) comprising an open-topped box frame into which material is placed, a conveyor (12) within the box frame operative to urge the material in a longitudinal direction towards an exit end. Also disclosed is a bale former (30) comprising a rotating loading roller (31) with a plurality of radially extending members extending therefrom, a surround cage surrounding at least a forward side of the loading roller (31), the surround cage (33) having a plurality of opening therein to allow the radially extending members of the rotating loading roller (31) to extend therethrough during rotation of the loading roller (31), and a baling system to receive material loaded by the loading roller (31) and form the material into one or more bales and a bale assembly.

Abstract: A tangential feed material processing chamber for a material processing system has an axis, an axially extending inlet opening, and an axially extending outlet opening which is circumferentially spaced from the inlet opening. An inner surface of the chamber has a first portion extending circumferentially from a first side of the inlet opening to a first side of the outlet opening, and a second portion extending from a second side of inlet opening to a second side of the outlet opening. The first and second surface portions are formed with different surface finishes. A rotor is mounted along the axis to impact and direct material entering the inlet to flow tangentially about the axis to the outlet. A material processing system is also provided.

Abstract: A pre-cutter assembly includes a first set and a second set of knives. A controller is coupled to a first actuator and a second actuator for moving the first set and the second set of knives between a retracted position and a deployed position respectively. The controller may determine a current baler operating parameter and a status of the first and second sets of knives. The controller may then define a desired positional setting for the first and second sets of knives based on the current baler operating parameter and the status of the first and second sets of knives. The controller may then communicate a control signal to the first and second actuators to control the first and second actuators to position the first and second sets of knives in the desired position setting for the first and second sets of knives.

Abstract: A pre-cutter assembly includes at least one knife rotatable about a knife rotation axis between a retracted position and a deployed position, and an associated engagement arm rotatable about an arm rotation axis between a latch position securing the knife in the deployed position, and a release position allowing the knife to move into the retracted position. A magnet may be positioned for engagement with the engagement arm when the engagement arm is disposed in the latch position. The magnet is operable to apply a magnetic force to the engagement arm when engaged with the engagement arm to hold the engagement arm in the latch position thereby securing the knife in the deployed position. A cam shaft having a cam lobe may be rotated to selectively move the engagement arm between the release position and the latch position.

Abstract: A composition comprising an HLB-susceptible or tolerant citrus rootstock grafted with an HLB-tolerant or resistant citrus interstock is provided. Also provided are plants comprising same and uses thereof in citrus growth.

Abstract: A telescopic handle pruning tool includes two handles and each handle includes a first tube and a second tube pivotally interconnected to each other. The first tube has a storage portion which has a first hole and a second hole. The second tube includes multiple adjustment holes. A control assembly is located in the storage portion and includes an actuating piece which is pivotably connected to the storage portion. A positioning member and a resilient member are respectively connected to two ends of the actuating piece. The positioning member extends through the second hole of the storage portion. When the actuating piece is pivoted, the positioning member is engaged with or disengaged from one of the adjustment holes of the second tube when pivoting the actuating piece. The first tube is movable relative to the second tube to adjust the length of the handles.

Abstract: Activation of a far-red light device with a far-red light frequency light that promotes the conversion of inactive Pfr to active Pr in short-day plants prior to a dark period.

Abstract: A removable planter assembly for a headstone comprising a planter including a floor and at least one wall extending from the floor forming a container portion therein, a holster extending from the floor, a U-shaped clamp extending from an outside surface of the at least one wall, the U-shape clamp having a mounting member secured to the at least one wall and a pair of arms extending from the mounting member, one of the pair of arms having at least one fixed securement mechanism secured thereon, the at least one fixed securement mechanism arranged proximate a terminating end of the arm, one of the pair of arms having at least one adjustable securement mechanism secured therein, the at least one adjustable securement mechanism arranged proximate a terminating end of the arm, and a support stand extending from an external surface of the floor.

Abstract: An improved method and apparatus are presented for controlling the growth environment of a greenhouse. The preferred approach involves mounting a mirror on the rooftop of the greenhouse along its longest axis. The mirror is motorized and can be directed to reflect sunlight towards the plants in the growing area, or to redirect excessive radiation away from the plants and back into the environment. A motorized stage is attached to the mirror axis, which can be adjusted to change the direction of the mirror based on the greenhouse's illumination requirements. A computer software algorithm will continuously examine the reflected solar energy and the required temperature and then make necessary adjustments to the mirror. The goal of this innovation is to enable the construction of multi-level greenhouses that meet space limitations common in urban areas.

Abstract: An apparatus for positioning sod strips includes a structure for mounting on a vehicle and a pushing plate slidably mounted to the structure. The pushing plate is arranged to be abuttable to an edge of a sod strip. At least one actuator is operatively mounted between the structure and the pushing plate to slide the pushing plate away from the vehicle to position a sod strip. The structure comprises a base frame for supporting the pushing plate and the actuator, and a pair of upstanding posts that are configured to be mounted to the vehicle, the posts supporting the base frame. The structure comprises post mounting bases on opposite sides of the vehicle such that the posts can be selectively mounted on opposite sides of the vehicle.

Abstract: A remote-operated palm tree trimming system and apparatus, configured to ascend a palm tree safely via treaded tires and trim the tree via at least one saw blade. The tires are disposed in communication with actuators which apply pressure against the trunk of the tree, ensuring that the tires maintain adequate grip to overcome gravity during ascent. A remote control, operated by user on the ground, enables control of the wheels, actuators, and saw blade, facilitating manipulation of the device to effectively trim the tree remotely, ensuring the safety of the operator.

Abstract: An example irrigation device includes a housing and at least one drive system configured to move the housing. The irrigation device further includes at least one fluid delivery nozzle disposed in or attached to the housing. The fluid delivery nozzle is configured to controllably and selectively dispense a fluid. The irrigation device also includes a controller configured to direct the drive system to move the housing and the fluid delivery nozzle to dispense the fluid. The irrigation device also includes at least one of a hose attached to the housing, the housing includes a fluid inlet attachable to the hose, a power cable attached to the housing, or the housing includes a power inlet attachable to the power cable.

Abstract: A mobile irrigation system comprising a control system and an active pest deterrent system. The control system includes a data transfer module for transmitting communication signals over an external network and a first internal network communication element for transmitting communication signals over an internal mobile irrigation system network. The active pest deterrent system includes a pest deterrent device configured to deter pests from remaining in the field, the pest deterrent device including a controller configured to activate the pest deterrent device and a second internal network communication element communicatively coupling the controller to the control system via the internal mobile irrigation system network.

Abstract: A controller for a hydroponic growing apparatus, system, and method is provided. The controller includes a programmable logic controller housed within a control housing and a graphical user interface operable by the programmable logic controller and disposed on the control housing. A home screen has one or more status indicators for each seed bed on the plurality of levels. A seeding screen has one or more seeding controls for actuating a seeder for depositing seed on each seed bed on the plurality of levels. A harvesting screen has one or more harvesting controls for autonomously controlling seed growth harvesting from each seed bed on the plurality of levels.

Abstract: A system for hydroponically growing plants, comprising: a top seed tray configured to sit on a bottom tub. The top tray comprises a plurality of openings for holding soil and germinating seeds in the soil. The plurality of openings having a profile that allow the roots of the growing plant to extend into the bottom tub. The tub is configured to hold an aqueous mixture of water and nutrient solution for the growing plants and comprises a lip around the top circumference and at least one air diffuser for causing a turbulent flow of the water mixture that is contact with the roots of the growing plants. A method of growing plants using such a container is also disclosed.

Abstract: Devices, methods, and systems for hydroponic farming are provided. An example device includes a basin that is configured to collect greywater or other aqueous solutions. The device also includes a filtration column in fluid communication with the basin that includes a filtration material therein and receives the aqueous solution from the basin. The device further includes one or more dispersion tubes in fluid communication with the filtration column. In operation, the aqueous solution received by the basin is directed through the filtration column such that the filtration material removes impurities within the aqueous solution before the aqueous solution is directed to the at least one dispersion tube. The filtered aqueous solution may be used in hydroponic farming implementations.

Abstract: A nutrient system includes at least one nutrient feed line for introducing at least one nutrient into a water inlet or supply to form a circulation stream: an eductor injector for introducing a powder comprising at least one dry nutrient into the circulation stream; an ultrasonic cavitation reactor for applying at least one frequency to the circulation stream; and a nanobubble generator module for introducing nanobubbles of at least one gas into the circulation stream. The system may also include a cooling/ultraviolet disinfection module for cooling and disinfecting the circulation stream. The system may be used to obtain a nutrient composition for a plant growing environment.

Abstract: The invention relates a growth arrangement which includes an array of compartments for housing a hydroponic planter in each compartment and a plurality of shafts interconnecting the compartments, which shafts housing a fluid delivery and recovery system for conveying fluids to and from the individual compartments. The growth arrangement is capable of being isolated from the environment by means of closures attached to the compartment. Furthermore, a fluid conditioning system is provided, capable of conditioning liquid prior to insertion thereof via the fluid delivery and recovery system. The invention extends to a growth arrangement kit which includes a plurality of prefabricated members, when assembled, to define an array of compartments and a plurality of shafts insertable within the array of compartments, thereby interconnecting the compartments. The shaft capable of housing a fluid delivery and recovery system for conveying fluids to and from the individual compartments.

Abstract: A vertical farming system includes a support unit, at least one planting assembly, and a water circulation assembly. The support unit includes a fixing rack provided with at least one positioning portion. The at least one planting assembly includes a hanging member and at least one plant container hung below the fixing rack through the hanging member and having a drainage hole. The hanging member has a head detachably engaged with the positioning portion. The water circulation assembly includes a nutrient device and a pipeline having at least one outlet hole and at least one collection hole. The nutrient device is disposed on the pipeline and is located between the outlet hole and the collection hole. Irrigation water passes through the outlet hole to irrigate plants and then passes through the drainage hole of the plant container and returns to the pipeline through the collection hole.

Abstract: This invention describes a new method to generate rice seed. The process involves the delivery of pollen of the male parent at will, as available either in a preserved pollen bank, or using real-time collection from male plants as they become available. Desired pollen is delivered to fertile females during the period when viable pollen from the females and locally proximal unrelated plants is not being released. The delivered male pollen is in such amounts and fortuitously timed that it preferentially pollinates the females. Such fortuitous timing may involve the intentional application of pollen to females a day or two prior to female parent pollen becoming viable, and/or during several periods wherein female parent pollen and/or other proximal plant pollen is not being shed.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions, and methods for controlling the level of a target protein in a cell are described. Compounds of the disclosure include those having according to the formula PTM-L-LTM, wherein PTM is a targeting moiety that binds the target protein, L is a covalent bond or linker moiety, and LTM is a ubiquitin ligase binding moiety that binds a plant ubiquitin ligase. Additionally novel cereblon binding moieties are provided that may be used as molecular glues or in bifunctional compounds to target proteins in plants and mammals.

Abstract: New arugula variety designated ‘Spartan’ is described. ‘Spartan’ exhibits stability and uniformity.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to Camelina sativa plants exhibiting facultative wintering. Provided herein are methods and compositions for producing plants exhibiting facultative wintering. Also provided herein are exemplary plants exhibiting this trait, including, for example, Camelina sativa line ‘CMN2207’.

Abstract: Twenty-five new basil cultivars designated ‘OCB-029’, ‘OCB-017’, ‘OCB-022’, ‘OCB-009’, ‘OCB-011’, ‘OCB-027’, ‘OCB-019’, ‘OCB-031’, ‘OCB-121’, ‘OCB-174’, ‘OCB-169’, ‘OCB-153’, ‘OCB-115’, ‘OCB-120’, ‘OCB-119’, ‘OCB-067’, ‘OCB-058’, ‘OCB-086’, ‘OCB-062’, ‘OCB-117’, ‘OCB-057’, ‘OCB-126’, ‘OCB-188’, ‘OCB-129’, and ‘OCB-051’ are provided, as well as parent ‘CB15’. Also provided are parts of the plants, extracts and biomasses from the varieties, and uses thereof, for example as a food or in a food product. These plants are chilling tolerant.

Abstract: A soybean cultivar designated 92001528 is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of soybean cultivar 92001528, to the plants of soybean cultivar 92001528, to the plant parts of soybean cultivar 92001528, and to methods for producing progeny of soybean cultivar 92001528. The invention also relates to methods for producing a soybean plant containing in its genetic material one or more transgenes and to the transgenic soybean plants and plant parts produced by those methods. The invention also relates to soybean cultivars or breeding cultivars, and plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 92001528. The invention also relates to methods for producing other soybean cultivars, lines, or plant parts derived from soybean cultivar 92001528, and to the soybean plants, varieties, and their parts derived from use of those methods. The invention further relates to hybrid soybean seeds, plants, and plant parts produced by crossing cultivar 92001528 with another soybean cultivar.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides tobacco Nic1b locus and associated genes. Also provided are tobacco plants with altered total alkaloid and nicotine levels and commercially acceptable leaf grade, their development via breeding or transgenic approaches, and production of tobacco products from these tobacco plants. Further provided are compositions and methods for producing tobacco plants having novel mutations or alleles to reduce nicotine levels. Further provided are sequence polymorphisms and molecular markers for breeding tobacco with reduced nicotine or alkaloids while maintaining tobacco leaf grade and tobacco product quality.