Abstract: A handheld gardening device that extracts unwanted vegetation, the gardening device includes a unique configuration of a plurality of first tines and a plurality of second tines that extend from a frame connected to a shaft. The first tines extend substantially along a first tine axis that is substantially perpendicular to the frame and the shaft. The first tine axes are oriented on a first plane. The second tines define a first portion and a second portion, wherein the first portion axes are oriented on a first portion plane and the second portion axes are oriented on a second portion plane. The first and second portion planes are substantially parallel to and offset from one other to form a space that wedges the root system between the first and second tines to extract unwanted vegetation. The handheld gardening device may be used in combination with an extended shaft component.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for an agricultural implement can include a clamp having a first wall, a second wall, and a support flange. The support flange can be positioned on an opposing side of the first wall from the second wall. A support plate can define a first through-hole and a second through-hole. A first fastener and a second fastener can each include a first leg with a first end portion and a second leg with a second end portion. The first end portion of each of the first fastener and the second fastener can be coupled to the clamp and the second leg of each of the first fastener and the second fastener can be positioned respectively through the first through-hole and a second through-hole. A ground-engaging tool hanger can be positioned between the support plate and the second wall. A scraper assembly can be operably coupled with the support flange.

Abstract: A machine system includes a machine having a work tool assembly coupled to a back machine end and including a linkage adjustable among raised, lowered, and middle linkage positions in a vertical operating range. A work tool coupled to the linkage has an angular orientation dependent upon the position of the linkage and is pivotable at a greater pivoting ratio to the raised linkage position and a reduced pivoting ratio to the lowered linkage position. The configuration enables maintaining the work tool at a desired service orientation in a ground-penetrating portion of the vertical operating range, whilst tucking the work tool at the raised linkage position to facilitate loading of the machine onto a trailer.

Abstract: An agricultural implement control system, comprising at least one position sensor in association with at least one actuator and a processor in communication with the at least one position sensor configured to determine a position of the at least one actuator. The system where the at least one position sensor comprises a magnetometer and a magnet. The system including a controller wherein is controller is configured to start and stop an implement operation based on the position of the at least one actuator.

Abstract: Systems, apparatus, articles of manufacture, and methods are disclosed to generate automated agricultural vehicle paths by receiving an indication of a field to be worked, obtaining boundary data of the field, determining edges of the boundary, analyzing the edges for a suitability of working the field, presenting edges in order of suitability, and generating an automated vehicle path for an automated vehicle to perform an agricultural function along.

Abstract: 1. A vehicle system for controlling operation of a vehicle includes one or more processing circuits configured to set a pre-calibrated value of a steering input device of the vehicle as a center value, the steering input device configured to receive an input from an operator to steer one or more tractive elements of the vehicle, monitor a precheck condition regarding an operational characteristic of the vehicle associated with a straight-line travel of the vehicle, control, in response to the precheck condition not being satisfied for a threshold time, an operation of the vehicle, and update, in response to the precheck condition being satisfied for the threshold time, the center value to be a current steering position value of the steering input device.

Abstract: A system for detecting bent shafts of disk gang assemblies of an agricultural implement includes a disk gang assembly having a shaft, at least one bearing assembly rotatably supporting the shaft for rotation about a rotational axis, and a plurality of disks supported on the shaft for rotation about the rotational axis. The system further includes sensors associated with the disk gang assembly and configured to generate data indicative of a shaft-related parameter at two or more locations along the shaft. The system additionally includes a computing system configured to receive the data generated by each of the plurality of sensors and identify when the shaft is bent based at least in part on the data generated by each of the plurality of sensors.

Abstract: A computer implemented method comprises obtaining a query, obtaining querying source context data, and processing the query to identify an interrogative type corresponding to the query based on language in the query. The method further comprises generating, based on the identified interrogative type, a prompt, the prompt identifying a task for an analytics engine, providing the prompt to the analytics engine, executing, with one or more models, analytics on one or more items of the querying source context data, based on the prompt. The method also includes determining one or more features of an output to be generated based on the identified interrogative type, the output responsive to the query, generating the output based on the executed analytics and the determined one or more features, and controlling a user associated system based on the output.

Abstract: A seed boot (700) having a leading edge (701): a channel (702) for transporting seed opposite the leading edge (701), wherein the channel (702) has a first end (703) and a second end (704), and further comprising a channel exit (705) at the second end (704): a wedge (707) for forming a trench disposed at a bottom of the seed boot (700)), wherein the wedge (707) extends from the leading edge (701) and terminates before the channel exit (705).

Abstract: A ride-on spreader/sprayer including a hopper configured to receive expel dry material, a user platform configured to receive and support a user of the ride-on spreader/sprayer, a fluid storage tank providing a fluid storage volume and including an inlet for adding fluid to the fluid storage volume, an exit by which the fluid exits the fluid storage volume, a first fluid passage, and a drain channel defining a second fluid passage separate from the first fluid passage, wherein the fluid may reach the exit through at least one of the first fluid passage and the second fluid passage, a pump fluidly coupled to the exit of the fluid storage tank, and multiple spray nozzles fluidly coupled to the pump.

Abstract: Disclosed are a maize on-demand fertilization control system and a soil nitrogen soft measurement method. Sensors transmit real-time data to a control unit, which calculates soil nitrogen content using an optimized BP neural network model. Based on maize's nitrogen demand, the system adjusts fertilization amounts using solenoid valves, achieving precise, cost-effective fertilization.

Abstract: A material transfer machine includes a material receptacle that holds material and a material transfer subsystem operable to transfer the material from the material receptacle to another location, the material transfer subsystem comprising a chute moveable between a storage position and a deployed position and an actuator that drives movement of the chute between the storage position and the deployed position. The material transfer machine further includes one or more processors, memory, and computer executable instructions, stored in the memory, that, when executed by the one or more processors, configure the one or more processors to: receive an input indicating that the chute should be moved from the storage position to the deployed position; identify a swing zone defining an area in which the chute will travel when moved from the storage position to the deployed position by the actuator; and generate a control signal based on the determination.

Abstract: A material transfer machine includes a material receptacle that holds material and a material transfer subsystem operable to transfer the material from the material receptacle to another location during a material transfer operation. The material transfer machine further includes: a material transfer status sensor that detects a variable indicative of whether the material transfer operation is complete at least to a threshold level and generates sensor data indicative of the variable; one or more processors; memory; and computer executable instructions, stored in the memory, the computer executable instructions, when executed by the one or more processors, configuring the one or more processors to obtain the sensor data generated by the material transfer status sensor; determine whether the material transfer operation is complete, at least to the threshold level, based on the sensor data; and generate a control signal based on the determination.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for monitoring operation of an agricultural harvesting machine. Image data is obtained and used to determine for at least one identified material component, one or more material characteristics. The image data and characteristics are used to determine first and second material quality measures including a dimensional measure (e.g. length) and a color or hue measure which are assessed to determine a material quality metric. The metric can be used to control operation of associated components.

Abstract: A material transfer machine includes a material receptacle that holds material and a material transfer subsystem operable to transfer the material from the material receptacle to another location, the material transfer subsystem comprising a chute moveable between a deployed position and a storage position and an actuator that drives movement of the chute between the deployed position and the storage position. The material transfer machine further includes one or more processors, memory, and computer executable instructions, stored in the memory, that, when executed by the one or more processors, configure the one or more processors to: receive an input indicating that the chute should be moved from the deployed position to the storage position; identify a swing zone defining an area in which the chute will travel when moved from the deployed position to the storage position by the actuator; and generate a control signal based on the determination.

Abstract: A system that provides proactive control of header height, or an associated fluid pressure for a fluid used in positioning of the height of the header. The system can be configured to maintain a generally constant header height as an agricultural vehicle performs an operation along a field. The system can use a model of either or both mechanical or hydraulic systems of the header. The model can receive information from a terrain map, as well as information that is outputted from header sensors. A predicted output generated by the model can be compared to desired header height settings to derive an error computation. An optimizer can use the error computation, a cost function, and constraints to derive a predicted input. The predicted input can both be communicated to the model as a feedback signal and include one or more control signals for an operation of one or more actuators of the header.

Abstract: In one aspect, a cotton harvester includes a harvesting implement configured to harvest materials from a field. The harvested materials include both cotton and material other than cotton (MOC). The harvester also includes a material processing system configured to receive the harvested materials from the harvesting implement, with the harvested materials being directed through the material processing system along a material transfer path. Additionally, the harvester includes a sensor configured to generate data indicative of an amount of MOC contained within the harvested materials at a location along the material transfer path, and a computing system communicatively coupled to the sensor. The computing system is configured to adjust an operational setting of the cotton harvester based at least in part on the amount of MOC contained within the harvested materials.

Abstract: Systems and methods capable of selecting and positively grasping objects of interest within a cluttered environment are described. Some aspects of the present disclosure provide for real-time control of a robot that uses various sensors and reacts to sensor input in real time to adjust the robot's path. In some embodiments, a robotic item picker includes an end effector having a shaft extending along a longitudinal axis between a proximal end and a distal end, a carriage configured to rotate about and translate along an intermediate portion of the shaft between a proximal position and a distal position, a suction device coupled to the distal end of the shaft, and a plurality of fingers spaced radially about the carriage. The robot may be a t-bot including a longitudinal member rotatable about a lengthwise axis of the longitudinal member, a carriage translatable along the lengthwise axis, and a radial member slidably mounted to the carriage.

Abstract: A harvesting header has a set of centrally disposed conditioner rolls disposed in a center opening of the header configured to condition crop as the header moves across a field in a direction of travel. The harvesting header includes a cutter bed including a plurality of rotary cutters extending across the path of travel of the header, each rotary cutter being rotatable about an upright axis. At least one crop conveying spinner is mounted outboard the center opening on either side of the center opening. Each crop conveyance spinner has an upright disc having a plurality of paddles attached to a front face of the disc. The disc is mounted for rotation on a shaft, the shaft forming a spinner axis, wherein the spinner axis is perpendicular with the impeller axis.

Abstract: An electric work vehicle includes a housing, a motor to drive a wheel, the motor being supported by the housing, a gearing including a plurality of gears, a locking assembly including a shaft, a first actuator connected to a first end of the shaft, the first actuator being structured to receive a manual operation from a user, and a second actuator connected to a second end of the shaft, the second actuator being controlled by a controller. The motor is connected to the gearing to drive to the wheel. Each of the first actuator and the second actuator are structured to move the shaft to lock the gearing.

Abstract: An electric work vehicle includes a rear housing, a gear casing, a first motor to drive a first rear wheel, the first motor being supported by the rear housing, a second motor to drive a second rear wheel, the second motor being supported by the rear housing, a third motor to drive a first electric work vehicle component other than a wheel, the third motor being supported by the rear housing, and a fourth motor to drive a second electric work vehicle component other than a wheel, the fourth motor being supported by the rear housing. The rear housing is wider than the gear casing in a left-right direction of the electric work vehicle. The rear housing houses the first motor, the second motor, the third motor, and the fourth motor. The gear casing houses first gears and second gears.

Abstract: An electric work vehicle includes a rear housing, a first motor to drive a first rear wheel, the first motor being supported by the rear housing, a second motor to drive a second rear wheel, the second motor being supported by the rear housing, a third motor to drive a Power Take-Off (PTO) through a PTO input shaft connected to the third motor, the third motor being supported by the rear housing, and a fourth motor to drive a hydraulic pump, the fourth motor being supported by the rear housing. Each of the first motor, the second motor, the third motor, and the fourth motor are liquid cooled. The rear housing houses a lubrication oil. Each of the first through fourth motors is connected to respective ones of first through fourth gearings which include gears axially aligned with the first through fourth motors.

Abstract: An electric work vehicle includes a rear housing, a first motor to drive a first rear wheel, the first motor being supported by the rear housing, and a second motor to drive to a second rear wheel, the second motor being supported by the rear housing. The first motor is connected to a first gearing to drive the first rear wheel. The second motor is connected to a second gearing to drive to the second rear wheel. An outermost portion of the first gearing is located inside of the first motor in a left-right direction of the vehicle. An outermost portion of the second gearing is located inside of the second motor in the left-right direction of the vehicle.

Abstract: A belt drive system operable to detect a belt tension may include a driver pulley operably coupled to a motive device to rotate the driver pulley, a driven pulley, an endless belt engaged with the driver pulley and moveable in response to motion of the driven pulley and engaged with the driven pulley, an idler pulley engaged with the endless belt and positioned on a tight side of the belt drive system, and a load sensor connected to the idler pulley. The driven pulley may be rotated in response to movement of the endless belt. The load sensor may be operable to generate a signal in response to a load exerted on the idler pulley by the endless belt. The load may be representative of a tension in the endless belt.

Abstract: A computer-implemented method for automatically controlling a speed of an agricultural header operably connected to an agricultural machine may include determining whether a current gear setting of a transmission configured to drive the agricultural header is appropriate for an operating condition of the agricultural header; determining a load condition on the agricultural header; determining whether the load condition is an acceptable load condition; and changing a gear setting of the transmission based on the current gear setting being outside of an appropriate operating range and based on the load condition being the acceptable load condition.

Abstract: A system for determining the clutch status of a baler includes a crop collector and a drive assembly configured to rotationally drive the crop collector. The drive assembly includes a drive shaft and an output shaft coupled between the crop collector and the drive shaft. The drive assembly also includes a clutch coupled between the drive shaft and the output shaft and moveable between an engaged position and a disengaged position to mechanically couple and decouple the drive shaft and the output shaft from each other. The system also includes a sensor configured to generate data indicative of a rotational movement of the output shaft. Furthermore, the system includes a computing system configured to determine a rotational speed of the output shaft based on the data generated by the sensor and determine when the clutch is in the disengaged position based on the determined rotational speed of the output shaft.

Abstract: A cover for a threshing concave or separator grate of a crop threshing assembly may include a first body portion. The first body portion may include a leading end, a trailing end opposite the leading end, a first lateral side, and a second lateral side opposite the first lateral side. A first passage may be formed through the leading edge, and the passage may define a first axis that extends laterally between the first lateral side and the second lateral side. A notch may be formed in the first body portion and extend from the trailing edge end towards the leading end.

Abstract: A combine for harvesting a harvested material that includes a grain, the combine comprising: a threshing chamber comprising a series of threshing and separating apparatuses, sequentially arranged, comprising at least: (i) a straight bar concave (ii) a first round bar concave, and (iii) a second round bar concave. The size of each of the straight bar throats is smaller than a size of the first openings, and the size of each of the first openings is smaller than the size of each of the second openings.

Abstract: A topshaft rotary antiwrap assembly includes a topshaft assembly having (i) a shaft configured for rotating about a rotation axis, and (ii) one or more sprockets mounted to the shaft concentrically to the rotation axis to move in a rotation direction about the rotation axis. The topshaft rotary antiwrap assembly also includes a first scraper body located adjacent to the topshaft assembly and has: a first sprocket scraper located adjacent to an outer perimeter of a first sprocket of the one or more sprockets and radially aligned with the first sprocket relative to the rotation axis. The first sprocket scraper includes a respective sprocket scraper body that extends from a leading edge to a trailing edge. The trailing edge is offset from the leading edge along the rotation axis such that the sprocket scraper body directs a respective adjacent portion of crop material at least partially along the rotation axis.

Abstract: A bale wrap assembly loading system for an agricultural harvester includes a movable storage compartment configured to store multiple bale wrap assemblies. The movable storage compartment is configured to be positioned proximate to a surface while in a loading position, the movable storage compartment is configured to be positioned proximate to a baler of the agricultural harvester while in a working position, and the movable storage compartment is configured to move in an upward direction and in a laterally inward direction from the loading position to the working position. The bale wrap assembly loading system also includes at least one arm movably coupled to the movable storage compartment. The at least one arm is configured to move each bale wrap assembly from the surface to the movable storage compartment while the movable storage compartment is in the loading position.

Abstract: A bale wrap assembly loading system for an agricultural harvester includes a storage compartment configured to store bale wrap assemblies. The storage compartment includes a frame, a bale wrap support rotatably coupled to the frame at a pivot point, a first bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more first bale wrap assemblies, and a second bale wrap mount coupled to the bale wrap support and configured to support one or more second bale wrap assemblies. The bale wrap support is configured to rotate about the pivot point to orient the bale wrap support at a first loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more first bale wrap assemblies at a loading location and to orient the bale wrap support at a second loading angle to facilitate receiving the one or more second bale wrap assemblies at the loading location.

Abstract: A method for assisting a distribution process by a distribution tool attached to a utility vehicle includes adjusting a position of a lower edge of the distribution tool by changing a lifting position of the distribution tool, determining by a sensor attached to the distribution tool a first distance between the lower edge and a surface region of the material being distributed, utilizing the first distance as a basis for adjusting the lifting position when the first distance has a value greater than or equal to zero, estimating a second distance from the lower edge of the distribution tool to the surface region based on the position of the lower edge resulting from the lifting position, and utilizing the second distance for adjusting the lifting position when the first distance has a value of less than zero.

Abstract: A remote tool positioner includes, configured for mounting near a distal end of a pole having a length, an end effector configured for engaging a workpiece and a tool lift configured for traveling along the length of the pole. The tool positioner may find use as a remote tool positioner and/or be suitable for use in association with a tool positioning system.

Abstract: A pruning system includes a cutting head comprising upper and lower cutting rings positioned along a bottom portion of one or more tubes. At least one of the cutting rings is adapted to rotate in a circular motion, while the other cutting ring may be adapted to remain stationary. A vacuum may be applied to suction target plant material, and the cutting head may be lowered toward the target plant material. As adjacent blades from the upper and lower cutting rings are separated in an open position, plant material may be collected in the opening defined by the adjacent blades of the cutting rings. As the blades converge, the opening may close, and plant material collected in the opening may be severed from the plant. System variables, such as blade orientation, vacuum speed, blade rotation speed, barrel size, and the cutting mechanisms, may be adjusted to accommodate different types of plant material.

Abstract: A flower holder assembly. The flower holder assembly includes a body with an inner volume into which a bouquet of flowers may be placed. The assembly also includes arms that extend outward from the body that are used to attach the assembly to the side of a shopping cart and/or to the seat back pocket within a vehicle. When configured with a shopping cart, the flowers may be held generally vertical, and when configured with a seat back pocket, the flowers may be held at a reclined angle to protect the flowers from bumping into the back of the seat and becoming damaged.

Abstract: A pot (100) for holding a plant (200). The pot (100) is configured with an opening for the plant (200) which can be oriented in various directions by rotating an upper body shell (101) relatively to a lower body shell (102). The bodyshells are arranged for being rotated relative to each other around a rotational axis (1002), and the opening is positioned off-centered of the rotational axis. The body shells are preferably hemispheres and the enclosure is substantially spherical when the bodyshells are connected. Configurations (100a-e) of pots (100A, 100C) suspended beneath each other are possible without putting stress on the pots (100A, 100C) by using a chain (300) running through the pots (100A, 100C). The pots (100A, 100C) may be mounted on a wall (400) in various orientations and positions.

Abstract: An inlet cover assembly for a blower may include a body, a plurality of vents to permit air flow into the fan housing, and an air flow guide plate formed integrally therein to direct air flow inside the inlet cover assembly to the fan assembly. The inlet cover assembly may extend continuously around four sides of the fan assembly. The blower may include a blower tube, a power source, a fan assembly to force air through the blower tube responsive to operation of the power source, and a fan housing disposed around the fan assembly. The fan assembly may define an axis about which a fan thereof rotates.

Abstract: A leaf mulcher for shredding fallen leaves into lead dust. The leaf mulcher includes a backpack-type housing encasing an engine and a vacuum motor. A hose extends from the housing and includes an entry port for drawing leaves under vacuum force created by the vacuum motor. One or more mulching blades are mounted within the hose adjacent to the entry port, wherein one or more mulching blades are operated by the drive member and one or more mulching blades can cut the leaves entering the hose through the entry port into leaf cuttings. One or more grinding units are mounted within the hose and behind one or more mulching blades, wherein the one or more grinding units are configured to shred the leaf cuttings received from the one or more mulching blades into leaf dust.

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: Described herein are methods, compositions, products, and processes that utilize bioceramics in traditional agricultural and hydroponic systems. The bioceramics are utilized in powder form, as films, as aerosols, as water based treatment systems, or in solid forms. The methods and bioceramic compositions described here are also used for growing a Cannabis plant. One or more cannabinoids within the plant can be used in therapeutic compositions for the treatment of glaucoma, AIDS wasting syndrome, neuropathic pain, cancer, multiple sclerosis, chemotherapy-induced nausea, and certain seizure disorders.

Abstract: In some embodiments, apparatuses and methods are provided herein useful to providing power and data to an irrigation device. In some embodiments, encoder for an irrigation control unit that provides power and data to an irrigation device over a multi-wire path comprises: an AC to DC converter to convert an input AC signal into a DC voltage; an AC signal generator to generate an output AC signal modulated with data; a control circuit to provide a modulation control signal to the AC signal generator to control generation and modulation of the output AC signal, the data modulated on the output AC signal comprising commands in accordance with irrigation programming; and a multi-wire interface coupled to the AC signal generator to electrically couple to a multi-wire path extending into a landscape and to which irrigation devices may be connected.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a plant growth system (1) comprising: ·—a water impermeable container (2) having a base and side walls, wherein the water impermeable container comprises within: ·(i) a layer of buffer material (3) for absorbing storm water and; ·(ii) a first void space (4); wherein the layer of buffer material has a first side surface, a second side surface and a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface of the layer of buffer material is in direct contact with the base of the water impermeable container and wherein the buffer material comprises man-made vitreous fibres (MMVF) bonded with a cured binder composition wherein the first void space is in fluid communication with the first side surface of the layer of buffer material; ·—an inlet (5) for water to enter the first void space of the water impermeable container; ·—a plant growth substrate layer (6), positioned above the layer of buffer material and in fluid communication with the layer of buffer material.

Abstract: An aeroponic farming appliance for plant growth is disclosed. The appliance includes a rotatable root chamber having an access door to the interior chamber volume, and at least a portion of the root chamber sidewall is transparent. The appliance also includes at least one standing plant riser, and at least one of a grow light and a grow light power connector.

Abstract: Exemplary methods for use in identifying crosses for use in plant breeding are disclosed. One exemplary method includes generating population prediction scores for each potential cross within a set of potential crosses, where each population prediction score is associated with a prediction of commercial success for the associated potential cross within the set of potential crosses. The method also includes selecting a subgroup of potential crosses, based on thresholds associated with the population prediction scores for the set of potential crosses. The exemplary method further includes selecting multiple target crosses from the subgroup of potential crosses based on a genetic relatedness of the parents in the subgroup of potential crosses, and directing ones of the selected target crosses into a breeding pipeline, thereby providing crosses to the breeding pipeline based, at least in part, on commercial success of parents included in the selected ones of the filtered crosses.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for inducing Iris domestica seed buds to generate polyploid, including the following steps: seed bud induction: inducing Iris domestica seeds at a low temperature, then soaking, sterilizing and germinating the same to obtain Iris domestica seed buds; and polyploid induction: soaking the obtained Iris domestica seed buds in oryzalin solution for polyploid induction to obtain mutagenized buds. In the present disclosure, the Iris domestica seed buds are treated by soaking with oryzalin to induce polyploid, and a total of 737 new germplasms of polyploid Iris domestica are obtained. The breeding has a short experimental period, simple operations, and high polyploid induction efficiency. At the same time, polyploids with large flowers, bright colors and strong plants are obtained. The method lays the foundations for the polyploid breeding of Iris domestica and the cultivation of new varieties of Iris domestica with large flower type and strong resistance.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to recombinant DNA molecules and engineered proteins useful for conferring tolerance to ?-triketone herbicides such as mesotrione. The present disclosure also provides herbicide tolerant transgenic plants, plant parts, cells and seeds comprising the recombinant DNA molecules, and methods of using the same.

Abstract: Automated systems and methods are provided for use in processing explant material. One example system includes a first station configured to sterilize explant material with sterilization media, a second station configured to receive the explant material from the first station and rinse the explant material, and a third station configured to receive the explant material from the second station and hydrate the explant material with rehydration media. The system also includes a support structure, wherein the first station, the second station, and the third station are positioned on the support structure.

Abstract: Methods, including high-throughput, automated methods for preparing, by mechanical and/or robotic means, monocot leaf explants for transformation, are provided.

Abstract: A novel canola variety designated 4PPVF68A and seed, plants and plant parts thereof. Methods for producing a canola plant that comprise crossing canola variety 4PPVF68A with another canola plant. Methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 4PPVF68A through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. Hybrid canola seed, plant or plant part produced by crossing the canola variety 4PPVF68A or a locus conversion of 4PPVF68A with another canola variety.

Abstract: A novel canola variety designated 4PRSD48R and seed, plants and plant parts thereof. Methods for producing a canola plant that comprise crossing canola variety 4PRSD48R with another canola plant. Methods for producing a canola plant containing in its genetic material one or more traits introgressed into 4PRSD48R through backcross conversion and/or transformation, and to the canola seed, plant and plant part produced thereby. Hybrid canola seed, plant or plant part produced by crossing the canola variety 4PRSD48R or a locus conversion of 4PRSD48R with another canola variety.