Abstract: A pet toy includes a hollow shell including an internal cavity and a planar opening defining a boundary between the internal cavity of the shell and an exterior of the shell, a hollow retaining member disposed in the internal cavity of the shell, the retaining member including a passage extending from a first aperture disposed on a first side of the retaining member to a second aperture disposed on a second side of the retaining member, the second side opposite the first side, and a hollow treat container disposed in the passage, the treat container including an internal chamber and a hole disposed on an exterior surface of the treat container, such that the chamber is in communication with an exterior of the treat container.

Abstract: A daytime animal feeder includes a storage housing with a wall arrangement and at least one openable door coupled to the wall arrangement. The feeder further includes an actuator mechanism configured to move the at least one openable door between a closed position and an open position to allow a desirable, preferred animal to access feed located within the storage housing. The feeder further includes a control system configured to control operation of the actuator mechanism to open and close the at least one openable door when predefined conditions are met or manually activated by a user.

Abstract: A dog toy odor device, training device, and associated interactive platform is provided for entertaining and training dogs using a toy or other device, which may be supplemented by a companion interactive platform. The dog toy odor device, training device, and associated interactive platform may include a housing unit, emission apertures, odor carrier, identification marker, adhesives and sealants, geo-location features and interactive interface. A method for entertaining and training dogs using a toy or other device, which may be supplemented by a companion interactive platform using the dog toy odor device, training device, and associated interactive platform is also provided.

Abstract: A heel leash may have a primary handle, a handle connection, a multi-handle leash section, a leash end and a harness connector. The multi-handle leash section may have a plurality of possible handles, where each of the handles is at a different distance to the leash end. In use, the heel leash allows a person to grab the primary handle or one of the plurality of handles of the multi-handle leash section, which provides flexibility in selecting a desired effective length (length between the selected handle and the leash end) of the heel leash. A longer effective length may be appropriate for a shorter dog and/or a dog that is behaving, while a shorter effective length may be appropriate for a taller dog and/or a dog that is misbehaving.

Abstract: An improved leash is capable of being placed in several different optional configurations. In a first configuration the leash may function as a single long leash. In a second configuration the leash may be used to form either a built-in belt (configured to go around the user's waist) or a built-in sash (configured to go over one of the user's shoulders) to allow the user to walk a dog in a hands-free manner. In a third configuration the leash may be used to form a built-in collar. In a fourth configuration, the leash may be used to form either a built-in belt or sash using a belt portion of the leash and a built-in collar using a collar portion of the leash. The optional built-in belt/sash and optional collar are formed by using the material from the leash itself.

Abstract: A monitoring device for an animal comprising a body with an aperture for receiving a first part of an ear tag that extends through an ear of the animal. The body comprises a surface area for contacting the ear of the animal. The monitoring device further comprises a processor, a battery and a network. The monitoring device is configured such that, in use, when the first part of an ear tag extends through the ear of the animal and the aperture of the monitoring device, and the second part of the ear tag is fixated to the first part, the monitoring device is positioned between the ear tag and the ear of the animal so that the surface area of the body of the monitoring device is in contact with the ear of the animal to obtain the information indicative of at least the temperature of the animal.

Abstract: Device for lifting frames of a magazine hive for beekeeping, each frame having an approximately horizontal bar on opposite sides of the magazine hive, wherein the device has two pairs of support elements each having an upper and a lower support element, wherein each pair may be arranged on one side of the magazine hive and the support elements may be inserted between the strips of two frames, wherein in each pair the support elements are connected via a scissor mechanism, and wherein the upper support element of each pair is formed by a rail which is divided into at least two parts which are displaceable relative to one another in the longitudinal direction of the rail, one part of which may be placed against one of the strips from below and the other part is connected to the scissor mechanism.

Abstract: A propeller assembly to facilitate the cleaning of aquaculture nets. The propeller assembly has a centrally disposed hub with a plurality of aluminum alloy blades extending outwardly to a perimeter ring. A plurality of triangular shaped rigid knuckles is coupled to the perimeter ring. A blade spacer is attached to a leading edge of each blade, the blade spacer constructed of a wear resistant material. In operation, rotation of the blades provides thrust for positioning the knuckles against an aquaculture net, whereby the knuckles remove fouling from the aquaculture net by violently shaking the aquaculture net. The blade spacer positions the propeller assembly a predetermined distance from the aquaculture net to protect the leading edge by distance and/or use of a wear resistant material.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of screening salmonids for increased resistance to viral infection, such as infectious pancreatic necrosis virus (IP-NV) infection. The present disclosure also relates to fish which have been genetic modified to have increased resistance to viral/IPNV infection. The present disclosure further relates to the use of these fish, which have been identified. or genetically modified to have increased genetic resistance. in aquaculture breeding programs and/or production. The present disclosure further relates to the use of small molecules which target NAE1 and their use in therapy or prevention of viral/IPNV infection.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions, methods, and transgenic animals for sex biasing offspring of male animals, as well as methods of screening for sex biasing agents.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to genetically modified animals and cells with humanized heavy chain immunoglobulin locus and/or humanized light chain immunoglobulin locus.

Abstract: A polyclonal antiserum composition including a repertoire of antigen-specific artificial immunoglobulins, each antigen-specific artificial immunoglobulin including: one or more human heavy chain VH segment(s); one or more D segment(s); one or more J segment(s); and one or more constant region segment(s).

Abstract: A trolling head includes first and second body portions. Each body portion includes a first end and a second end with a body portion thru-hole therebetween. Each body portion includes a mating surface extending from the first end to the second end. Each body portion includes a groove disposed within the mating surface, which extends from the first end to the second end. The mating surfaces of the first and second body portions are configured to attach together such that the grooves of the first and second body portions align to form a tunnel. The tunnel extends from the first ends to the second ends of the first and second body portions and is sized to receive a fishing line therethrough. The body portion thru-holes of the first and second body portions also align to form a trolling head thru-hole sized to receive a fish eye mimic therein.

Abstract: A telescoping fishing rod protector includes at least a first tubular section that can be disposed inside of a second tubular section in a telescoping relationship. Each of the first and second tubular sections include an upper tube portion and a lower tube portion that couple together. The upper tube portion and the lower tube portion of the first tubular section are inserted into opposite ends of the upper tube portion of the second tubular section and coupled together. Then the lower tube portion of the second tubular section is coupled to the upper tube portion of the second tubular section, thereby capturing the first tubular section in the second tubular section. The first tubular section can be moved to adjust the overall length of the fishing rod protector to a desired length, and a fishing rod can then be inserted into the fishing rod protector.

Abstract: Disclosed is a bird repeller for preventing damages caused by dangerous animals, the bird repeller having a three dimensioned raptorial animal model, a cover, a solar panel, a battery, electric transmitted metals, a sound system, a camera, a motion sensor, a remote control system, a remote command, vacuum wheels, damper springs and a damper.

Abstract: The Agriculture Detection Protection System (ADPS) emerges as a revolutionary guardian for crop and livestock protection. Integrating LIDAR, radar, cameras, and sound systems with advanced drones, the ADPS not only surveils but intelligently interacts with its environment, using AI to analyze crop health and deploy various deterrents against wildlife threats. These drones, equipped with dispensers for precise agricultural interventions and visual deterrents, adapt to ever-changing field conditions. By combining real-time monitoring with eco-friendly practices, the ADPS offers a comprehensive, adaptive solution to safeguard agricultural fields, striking a delicate balance between technological innovation and environmental stewardship.

Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to an innovative method for attracting waterfowl, specifically designed to enhance the efficacy of waterfowl hunting by replicating natural water sounds that mimic the activities of waterfowl, such as splashing, swimming, fishing, and mating. The invention utilizes a mechanical apparatus equipped with a sound-producing puck attached to a reciprocating pole, driven by a motor or by use by hand. The puck is designed to strike the water at controlled intervals, creating a variety of water sounds that effectively mimic natural waterfowl sounds, thereby attracting the birds. This method is intended for use with either standalone devices or in conjunction with existing waterfowl decoys to provide hunters with a novel and more effective way to attract waterfowl by using sounds that replicate natural waterfowl behavior.

Abstract: A tree stand and method of installing includes a rail system, a seat portion and a foot-rest portion. The seat portion and the rail portion are held to the rail portion by a climber mechanism that locks each to the rail upon downward pressure but allows each to be lifted to disengage with the rail for moving up/down the rail. By alternately locking/disengaging the climber mechanism with the rail, a user successively moves the foot-rest portion higher on the rail, then moves the seat portion higher on the rail until both are at a desired height.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates portable treestand for hunters which comprises a platform and a seat member wherein when the treestand if folded up for easy transport the seat interlocks to the treestand platform creating a shelf useful for carrying gear, backpacks, game, etc. In one embodiment, the platform and/or seat are each of one-piece construction fabricated from a solid aluminum/aluminum alloy workpiece, optionally by a waterjet process. The invention also contemplates improved climbing sticks, also referred to as ladder modules, for use in climbing trees for hunting or other purposes. The module includes one or more support brackets mounted to the support member. The brackets are generally V-shaped and include a number of teeth on the interior surface of the bracket that engage the tree on which the module is placed to prevent the module from slipping on the tree.

Abstract: The invention provides a system for hypothermic, restoration and preservation of organs in a mammal. In certain aspects, the system is capable of preserving organs, maintaining cellular integrity and cellular function for hours postmortem or after global ischemia. The invention also provides synthetic organ perfusate formulations, including a novel perfusate autologous blood mixture, which is able to reduce reperfusion injury, stimulate recovery from hypoxia, metabolically support the energy needs of organs and prevent rigor mortis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the preservation of collagenous connective tissue so as to achieve the structural integrality of the collagen fibers, rendering the tissue suitable for use in implants without causing immune and/or inflammatory rejection, comprising the steps of trimming the collagenous connective tissue in a buffer solution, washing the connective tissue with the buffer solution, stabilizing the tissue in an ethanol solution, treating the tissue with polyethylene glycol solution, washing and storing the tissue in ethanol, sterilizing the tissue with an ethanol and hydrogen peroxide solution and storing the tissue for transport in ethanol and indomethacin solution. The preferred use of the present invention is in surgical interventions for correcting various anomalies of the human body, where the graft is particularly required.

Abstract: The invention provides polymeric H-NOX proteins for the preservation of organs for transplant. Methods and compositions comprising polymeric H-NOX proteins for the preservation of organs for transplant are also disclosed.

Abstract: Systems and methods of the invention generally relate to prolonging viability of bodily tissue, especially an organ such as a lung, by adjusting pressure as needed to maintain a constant pressure within the organ even during external pressure fluctuations due, for example, to transportation of the organ in an airplane. Gas passing into and out of the organ may be conditioned to prolong tissue viability.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to herbicide safener compositions containing pyroglutamic acid (PGA) and finding particular utility in agricultural uses, e.g., being directly applied to soil and/or plant parts, to reduce the phytotoxic effects of certain herbicides in cultivated crops.

Abstract: An antimicrobial mixture is disclosed, comprising: (a) a first antimicrobial agent selected from acetophenone derivatives of formula (I) in which R1 is hydrogen or methyl, and R2 is hydrogen, hydroxyl, a —OCH3 group, or a cosmetically or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and (b) a second antimicrobial agent selected from organic acids of undecylenic acid, 2,4-hexadienoic acid, anisic acid, benzoic acid and esters thereof, para-hydroxybenzoic acid and esters thereof, caprylhydroxamic acid, dehydracetic acid, levulinic acid, perillic acid, propionic acid, salicylic acid, sorbohydroxamic acid, sorbic acid, hydroxymethylaminoactic acid, cinnamic acid, 2-butyloctanoic acid, glyceryl caprylic acid and esters thereof, salts of the aforementioned organic acids, or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbicidal composition comprising A) a herbicidally effective amount of a compound of Formula (I) wherein G is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, —C(O)CH3 and —C(O)OCH3; and (B) at least one herbicide, or an agrochemically acceptable ester or salt thereof, selected from the group consisting of: B1 a hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD)-inhibiting herbicide: B2 a very long chain fatty acid (VLCFA)-inhibiting herbicide: B3 an acetolactate synthase (ALS)-inhibiting herbicide: B4 a photosystem-II (PS-II) inhibiting herbicide: and B5 a herbicide selected from the group consisting of tetflupyrolimet (B5a), cyclopyrimorate (B5b), bixlozone (B5c) and rimisoxafen (B5d). The present invention further relates to methods of controlling weeds comprising the herbicidal compositions of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to malonamide compounds of the formula (I) where the variables are as defined in the claims and the description, and to compositions comprising these compounds. The invention also relates to the use of said malonamide compounds or the corresponding compositions for controlling unwanted vegetation, and to methods of applying the malonamide compounds or the corresponding compositions.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to pesticidal mixtures comprising as active compound I an insecticidal active carboxamide derivative and at least one active compound II selected from a group M comprising acteylcholine esterase inhibitors, GABA-gated chloride channel antagonists, sodium channel modulators, nicotinic acteylcholine receptor agonists/antagonists, allosteric nicotinic acetylcholine receptor activitaors, chloride channel activators, juvenile hormone mimics, homopteran feeding blockers, mit grow inhibitors, inhibitors of mitochondrial ATP synthase, uncouplers of the oxidative phosphorylation, inhibitors of the chitin biosynthesis, moulting disruptors, ecdyson receptor agonists, octamin receptor agonists, inhibitors of the MET, voltage-dependent sodium channel blockers, inhibitors of the lipid synthesis, ryanodine receptor modulators and other compounds as defined in the description, in synergistically effective amounts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to analogues of insect neuropeptides having activity against hemipteran and dipteran insects, such as aphids and fruit flies, and their use as insect control agents (e.g. insecticides) and plant protection agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for controlling infections in plant crops, comprising the application of metabolites to crops infected with various microorganisms, such as microorganisms of the genus Pseudomonas, Erwinia, Bacillus, Botrytis and Phytophthora. The invention also relates to the use of a compound selected from: 2?,4?-dihydroxy-3-(methyl-2-buten-1-yl) dihydrochalcone (1); glabranine (2), isochordine (3), 2?,4?-dihydroxychalcone (4), 7-Hydroxyflavanone (5), chordine (6), izalpinine (7), 2?,4?-dihydroxydihydrochalcone (8), 2?,4?-dimethoxydihydrochalcone (9) and 2?,4?,6?-trihydroxy chalcone (10), in order to prepare an agrochemical composition to control infections in plant crops.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a composition having at least three pest control compounds, and its use thereof.

Abstract: The present application relates to a use for alleviating drought stress of an amino acid, and the amino acids can achieve an excellent effect of alleviating drought stress or promoting plant growth.

Abstract: A composition may include an organic dye that reacts with a visible light and generates singlet oxygen, and an ionic liquid including an ion expressing a hydrophobic property. The ion expressing the hydrophobic property may have an opposite electric charge to an electric charge included by the organic dye in an ionized state. Other than the above, various embodiments are possible.

Abstract: A self-assembled active agent may be formed by a process including covalently bonding at least a first component molecule and a second component molecule, the two component molecules displaying synergy such that the effective amount of the self-assembled active agent is lower than the sum of the effective amounts of the first component molecule and the second component molecule. The component molecules may be chosen such that the covalent bonding is reversible, for example through a hydrazone bond between an amine and an aldehyde. The active agent may thus have controllable activity such as an antimicrobial agent, a biocide, an antiviral agent, a preservative, an antifouling agent, a disinfectant, or a sensor agent, such as for a particular molecule or for pH.

Abstract: Provided is an antibacterial or antiviral sheet molded from a fiber sheet carrying shikkui particles and an alkaline indicator.

Abstract: Provided are one or more black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae frass formulations and combinations comprising said formulations and at least one other substance including but not limited to soil amendment, fertilizer, herbicide, pesticide, fungicide, nematicide or bactericide, uses for said formulations and combinations and methods of production of said formulations.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a bioinsecticide agricultural composition, as well as the industrial process, and the use of one or more of the species of the genre Brevibacillus laterosporus and subspecies of Bacillus thuringiensis, apart from the association of botanical extracts to increase the insecticide efficiency of the microorganisms applied to the field in plants of agricultural interest. Surprisingly, the combination of the three microorganisms with the addition of botanical extract containing tea tree essential oil and/or citronella essential oil potentialize the bioinsecticide effect against insects of the Lepidoptera order, anticipating the control, as well as acting on several cultures with agronomic interest, such as corn, wheat, cotton.

Abstract: This disclosure describes microbial compositions that contain novel combinations of at least two microbial organisms that, when included in a microbial inoculate and applied to applied to seeds, plants, roots, or growth substrates, promotes plant growth or resistance to plant pathogens.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the Bacillus siamensis strain CECT 30677 and to the composition comprising thereof, alone or in combination with, a fermentation broth and/or protein hydrolysate. Based on this, the invention provides a method for promoting, improving, stimulating or enhancing plant growth comprising applying to a plant, to a part thereof, or to the surroundings of the plant, said strain or composition.

Abstract: Wettable powder soil activator composition having an extended shelf-life duration comprising from 91.8 to 99.8 weight % of at least one lignosulfonate salt, from 0.2 to 8.2 weight % of a bacterial mixture, said bacterial mixture containing at least 3 different bacteria species with one or more nitrogen fixing bacteria species and one or more phosphorus solubilizing bacteria species, and containing at least 263 million cfu total bacteria/g soil activator composition after said extended shelf life, wherein said lignosulfonate salt is at least one amongst sodium lignosulfonate, calcium lignosulfonate and wherein said extended shelf life is higher than or equal to 2 years.

Abstract: A composition is disclosed that contains at least one of cedarwood oil, lemongrass oil, peppermint oil, rosemary oil, and sesame oil, and isopropyl alcohol, and water. Disclosed herein also includes a method of killing pests comprising applying to a surface in need thereof a composition containing at least one of cedarwood oil, lemongrass oil, peppermint oil, rosemary oil, and sesame oil, and isopropyl alcohol, and water.

Abstract: The present document describes an aqueous nano-emulsion formulation comprising an oil, a solvent a sorbate, a saponin, in an amount sufficient to form a nano-emulsion of said oil in water and sufficient water to make 100 weight percent. The document also describes the use of the nano-emulsion formulation as disinfectant, pesticides and/or plant growth regulator.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates, in part, to methods of producing fermented food and beverage products, wherein the fermentation comprises yeast strain GY7B. In another aspect, the present disclosure provides a method promoting flocculation of at least one yeast strain utilizing yeast strain GY7B.

Abstract: Described herein is a method for the production of a biscuit, including preparing a biscuit dough; and forming a biscuit body with the biscuit dough. The method is characterized in that preparing the biscuit dough includes preparing a liquid biscuit dough and in that forming the biscuit body includes: spraying the liquid biscuit dough onto a supporting surface so as to cover at least one portion of the supporting surface with a layer of the liquid dough that has an outer contour of predefined shape; and baking the sprayed layer of the liquid dough that covers the supporting surface so as to solidify it and obtain the biscuit body.

Abstract: A cutting device for cutting loose a rectum end portion of an animal carcass, includes: a carrying member; a drilling member rotatably mounted on the carrying member having a tubular drilling wall portion surrounding an interior drilling space; a centering mandrel arranged coaxially with the drilling wall portion, the mandrel having a leading end configured to enter an anal opening of the carcass, at least a portion of the mandrel circumferentially surrounded by the drilling wall portion so as to define an annular space circumferentially surrounding the mandrel; suction means for applying suction to the interior drilling space via one or more inlet openings. The cutting device defining one or more venting openings, different from the one or more inlet openings and different from the open cutting end, configured to allow air to enter the interior drilling space.

Abstract: An apparatus for trussing a slaughtered bird, is described the apparatus including: two or more members having trussing band retaining members, wherein the apparatus is configured to truss a slaughtered bird with a trussing band. Also described is a slaughtered bird holder, a method for trussing's a slaughtered bird, a vision system and a controller.

Abstract: In examples, a material, such as raw or processed grain, may be dispensed (e.g., by a vibratory feeder) and charge associated therewith may be neutralized (e.g., by an ion generator). The material may then be suspended within a fluid flow. The fluid flow may pass through a treatment chamber, where material suspended therein is exposed to one or more light sources. The light sources may emit UVB, UVC, and/or VUV light, which may have germicidal and/or photocatalytic effects. In some examples, the flow is carried through the treatment chamber by a quartz tube, which may be doped or the interior of which may be coated by titanium dioxide. As an example, when the titanium dioxide is exposed to the UVB light, an oxidation reaction may occur, which may have germicidal, cleaning, and/or odor-reducing effect,. among other examples. The treated material may ultimately settle out of the flow and be collected.

Abstract: Compositions and methods can be used to reduce the population of microorganisms present during the processing of grain and seeds. More specifically, microorganism levels are reduced in grain and seeds being malted by contacting the grain or seeds with a sanitizing solution that contains a peroxyacid and hydrogen peroxide. This is done shortly before steeping, the first step in malting procedures. Optionally, a sanitizing solution containing a peroxyacid and hydrogen peroxide may also be used at other points in the malting process.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a process for the preparation of a fermented milk product B. lactis and L. rhamnosus, for example a fermented milk powder, to the fermented milk product itself and to nutritional compositions comprising it. The present invention also relates to the use of such fermented milk products, optionally in a nutritional composition.

Abstract: A gel composition includes an oleogel dispersed within an aqueous gel which is continuous phase. the oleogel comprising either a plant-based oil in liquid state at room temperature and a wax, or a plant-based oil in non-liquid state at room temperature. and the aqueous gel comprising water and at least one of protein and polysaccharide. The present disclosure also discloses an edible composition comprising the gel composition, and the use of this edible composition as an animal fat substitute. The present disclosure further discloses a food product comprising the edible composition. Methods for making the gel composition are also disclosed.