Abstract: A sexing apparatus 100 includes irradiation means for irradiating each of hen eggs within a predetermined period of time from start of incubation with light having a predetermined wavelength, imaging means for imaging each of the irradiated hen eggs, means for generating a sexing model using, as training data, a result of separately sexing the hen eggs and image data obtained by the imaging of the hen eggs, and means for sexing a new target hen egg by inputting an image data obtained for the target hen egg by the irradiation means and the imaging means into the sexing model.

Abstract: Systems and methods for flipping floating oyster cages are disclosed. The system includes a support structure that when in a deployed position, the second end is submerged in water and the first end remains above water, a carriage configured to travel along the support structure and to engage with a floating cage, and a lifting device configured to move the carriage. The carriage includes a carriage guide moveably attached to the support structure, a lift arm attached to the carriage guide, a balance bar attached at the distal end of the lift arm, and a flipping apparatus. The flipping apparatus includes a carriage table coupled to the balance bar at the distal end of the lift arm such that the carriage table rotates about a rotation axis of the balance bar, where the carriage table includes a lifting frame adapted to allow water to flow through the lifting frame.

Abstract: An aquatic habitat structure for a body of water includes tree sections coupled together to form an artificial tree. Each tree section includes a trunk having a cylindrical shape with opposing ends and a curved surface extending therebetween, and a first plurality of leaflets covering the curved surface of the trunk. Spaced-apart layers of limbs extend outwards from the curved surface of the trunk. Each layer of limbs includes a plurality of limbs, and each limb includes a plurality of branches. Each branch is covered by a second plurality of leaflets. Each leaflet in the first and second plurality of leaflets provide a biologic surface area for adherence of periphytons to enhance water quality in the body of water, and with the biologic surface area including textured regions to provide additional biologic surface areas for the adherence of the periphytons to further enhance the water quality.

Abstract: A light system for an aquarium includes an aquarium tank and a lid covering the open top of the tank. The lid is pivotably attached to the tank and is pivotable between a covered position and uncovered position. A light source is secured to an interior portion of the lid and moves with the lid between the covered position and uncovered position. The light source emits a light beam. An alignment arrangement is provided for the light source and is constructed and arranged to ensure the light beam projects into the tank interior volume regardless of the position of the lid and light source.

Abstract: Provided is a transgenic mouse that expresses a human coxsackie group B virus receptor gene specifically in pancreatic beta cells. The transgenic mouse has DNA encoding a human coxsackie group B virus receptor in pancreatic beta cells and expresses the human coxsackie group B virus receptor specifically in the pancreatic beta cells.

Abstract: Provided herein are genetically modified non-human animals that express a human or chimeric (e.g., humanized) TSLP and/or TSLPR, and methods of use thereof. In some embodiments, the animals also express a human or chimeric (e.g., humanized) IL33 and/or IL7R.

Abstract: The invention discloses an electromagnetic brake structure of a fishing reel. The control box is equipped with a motherboard, electromagnet, inductive circuit board, battery, and other components. According to the rotation of the magnet on the side of the spool, the inductive circuit board transmits the generated real-time signal to the MCU on the motherboard. The MCU calculates through the program and controls the MOS to release different currents. After the electromagnet is energized, different electromagnetic fields are generated to realize the real-time adjustment of the braking force. There is a regulating switch outside the control box, which has several gears. The Bluetooth assembly is installed in the control box. The battery supplies power to both rechargeable and removable batteries.

Abstract: The disclosure is an improved teaching and practice casting cord line for fly casting, wherein the improved casting cord line is attached to a fully functional fly fishing rod with a fly reel or a fly fishing line. The improved fly teaching and practice casting training cord line is comprised of two different types of cord material, wherein the first cord is #95 paracord which is heavier than the second cord type. The second cord consists of 2 mm macrame cord which is lighter than the first cord type and has a diameter almost 14 times thicker than traditional fly line leader. The cords used in the production of the invention are composed of material not used in fly line construction. This teaching and practice cord for fly casting is not intended for use on water.

Abstract: A fishing rod holder system designed for secure and adaptable attachment to fishing rods, offering enhanced functionality and stability during use. The system includes a rod holder with a stake half and a support half, configured to attach around a fishing rod handle. The stake half features a stake retaining compartment, an adjustment slot, and a stake with a stake attachment hole, allowing the stake to slide for storage or extension. A knob or interlocking connector secures the stake in place. Optional features include grip pads, pressure ribs, grip clamps, and threaded tabs, enabling precise adjustment and compatibility with various rod sizes. The system's modular design ensures tool-free assembly, even force distribution, and resistance to slippage or damage. With robust materials and innovative features like raised ridges and rib push ridges, the holder delivers superior stability, durability, and ease of use in diverse fishing environments.

Abstract: An insect collection system comprises a collection unit configured to collect an insect, an airflow generator configured to create airflow through the collection unit, and a power source configured to power the airflow generator. The insect trapping system is configured so that the airflow travels through the collection unit before traveling through the airflow generator. The collection unit comprises an input opening configured to allow air and the insect to enter the collection unit and an output opening. The output opening is configured to allow air to exit the collection unit while preventing the insect from exiting the collection unit. The insect collection system also includes an airflow modifier configured to modify how air flows through the collection unit, thereby creating a first airflow rate in a first portion of the collection unit and a second airflow rate in a second portion of the collection unit.

Abstract: A pest trap includes a trap module and a connector module. The trap module is disposed on a columnar standing structure. The trap module includes a trap body that cooperates with an outer surrounding surface of the columnar standing structure to define an inside path therebetween for a pest to move therein. The connector module is connected to the trap module. The connector module defines a tunnel that has a first opening through which the tunnel is in spatial communication with the inside path, and that is for the pest to move therethrough. An inner surface of the trap body is at least partially slippery for the pest.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an improved insect trap. In particular, the insect trap disclosed herein is especially useful for trapping tunneling or boring insects such as carpenter bees, or bees in the genus Xylocopa. The improved insect trap covers a carpenter bee bore and can trap the carpenter bees in the improved insect trap when the carpenter bees attempt to fly out.

Abstract: A replaceable insert for an insect trapping device is provided. The insert has an upper end region, a lower end region, and a first longitudinal centerline extending from the upper end region to the lower end region. The insert has an elongate, substantially planar adhesive surface for trapping an insect and a substantially planar, elongate tab positioned in the lower end region of the insert and extending away from the elongate, substantially planar adhesive surface. The tab has a first side edge, and a second side edge, wherein the first side edge and the second side edge converge at a proximal end of the tab. The tab comprises a second longitudinal centerline that is laterally offset a distance of from about 11 mm to about 15 mm from the first longitudinal centerline. The insert is asymmetric about the first longitudinal centerline.

Abstract: A bug killing bow is provided. The bug killing bow may take the form of an archery bow. The archery bow has a chamber which stores a material such as, for example small particulate material such as salt. The small particulate material may be expelled from a barrel of the bow by air. When the bow is aimed at an insect and the small particulate material is expelled, the small particulate material may be used to kill the insect.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agricultural spraying system, comprising: a reservoir configured to contain a product, the reservoir being connected to a first downstream duct configured to convey the product to a mixing area; a first tank configured to contain a clear liquid, the first tank being connected to a first upstream duct configured to convey clear liquid to the reservoir so that the clear liquid flushes the reservoir, forming a grey liquid; the system wherein the first downstream duct comprises an element configured to direct the grey liquid to at least a second tank connected to a second downstream duct configured to convey the grey liquid to the mixing area.

Abstract: Methods and systems are provided for controlling the level relative to ground of moveable wings in a spray system that includes the moveable wings mounted to a common center frame support structure attached to an associated work vehicle to form a pair of opposed independently moveable wings extending laterally from the associated work vehicle. An initial control signal is determined for moving the moveable wings based on positions of the moveable wings relative to the ground. A compensating signal is determined for compensating the initial control signal, wherein the compensating signal is derived independent from the position of the moveable wings relative to the ground and includes a flexure component dependent upon one or more flexural properties of the associated work vehicle. A level control output signal is generated for controlling the level of the moveable wings based on a combination of the initial control signal and the compensating signal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a closing device configured to close a can of phytosanitary product, the closing device having a bottom wall having at least three through openings, and a peripheral wall protruding from the bottom wall, a first opening being configured to be connected to an outlet of phytosanitary product allowing the phytosanitary product to be discharged from the can, a second opening being configured to open in a sealed manner into an inflatable membrane and to be connected to an inlet of a pneumatic circuit, so as to allow an overpressure to be generated in the can by the expansion of the inflatable membrane by the pneumatic circuit, a third opening being configured to be connected to an inlet of a hydraulic flushing circuit.

Abstract: A device and method for protecting a window or other apparatus or location from birds or other pests. The device utilizes lights, motion, and/or sounds to chase away the pests once the pests are detected. For example, birds approaching a window can be detected and the device using light, sound, and/or motion to chase the birds off to avoid a collision with the window.

Abstract: Light-weight, collapsible and well-ventilated game bags having a circulating fan adapted to promote air circulated into, out of and throughout the game bags may be used by hunters to store and transport game that has been field dressed in a way that prevents contamination, spoilation and rotting of meat.

Abstract: The present invention is a stake apparatus designed to secure the legs of a tree stand into the ground, allowing the user to erect a tree stand with efficiency, safety, and accessibility. The present invention comprises a stake component connected to a pocket component. The pocket component is compatible with the legs or bottom end of a ladder stand, tripod, or quad-legged platform. The stake component is driven into the ground Once the stake component is secured in the ground, the user can lift a stand overhead and begin to erect the stand vertically. The stake and pocket components pivot while the stand is lifted.

Abstract: A decoy deployment system includes a hub; a first decoy arm operatively connected to the hub; a second decoy arm operatively connected to the hub; and a third decoy arm operatively connected to the hub. The first and second decoy arms are configured to move from an undeployed position to a deployed position. The hub includes a first decoy arm notch and a second decoy arm notch. The first decoy arm notch is configured to engage the first decoy arm and to secure the first decoy arm in a deployed position. The second decoy arm notch is configured to engage the second decoy arm and to secure the second decoy arm in a deployed position.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods for the preservation, storage, and transport of living biological tissues, organs, and populations of isolated cells. In particular, the compositions and methods permit mammalian cells, tissues, and organs to be recovered from suitable donor animals, stored for prolonged periods, and transported to the site of recipient implantation, all without significant loss of cell viability, biological activity, and/or tissue integrity.

Abstract: Devices and systems are provided for associating secondary materials with tissue grafts, both ex-situ and in-situ. The secondary materials may be medicants, an external cellular matrix factor, a cell, an enzyme, or an element or compound, such as oxygen. In a method, different secondary materials are delivered to a tissue graft via a delivery device at different times, such as at different stages of a healing process.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and related methods related to a class of formulation that can be applied once a day and still provide antimicrobial and/or antiviral protection during this period, thus exhibiting persistent sanitization to the user. In some embodiments, a hand cream with antimicrobial and/or antiviral protection can prevent against COVID-19 spread or infection. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises one or more of the following: benzalkonium chloride, zinc oxide, tributyl phosphate, soybean oil, and/or Triton X-100, or an analog, derivative, salt, or pharmaceutical equivalent thereof, with the formulation containing a predominance of water to prevent a greasy feel to the user.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a fungicidal composition. More particularly, the present disclosure relates to a granular fungicidal composition comprising a copper compound and a phenylamide fungicide. The present disclosure also relates to a process for preparing the fungicidal composition and a method for controlling growth of fungal pests in plants using the same.

Abstract: A pest control composition comprises from about 1 wt % to about 10 wt % sodium lauryl sulfate; from about 0.01 wt % to about 10 wt % of a C6-C22 fatty acid or salt thereof; from about 0.01 wt % to about 15 wt % of an active ingredient selected from the group consisting of corn mint oil, peppermint oil, spearmint oil, rosemary oil, thyme oil, citronella oil, clove oil, cinnamon oil, cedarwood oil, garlic oil, geranium oil, lemongrass oil, geraniol, eugenol, nerol, vanillin, 2-phenylethyl propionate, menthol, menthone, thymol, carvone, camphor, methyl salicylate, p-cymene, linalool, eucalyptol/1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, bornyl acetate, gamma-terpinene, and mixtures thereof; from about 0.1 wt % to about 45 wt % of a solvent selected from the group consisting of isopropyl alcohol, triethyl citrate, isopropyl myristate, propylene carbonate, ethyl lactate, butyl lactate, butyl stearate, glycerin, and mixtures thereof; and from about 60 wt % to about 95 wt % water.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of controlling arthropod, particularly insect and/or acari, pests on perennial crops with pelargonic acid which demonstrate highly effective insecticidal and acaricidal activity combined with low phytotoxicity.

Abstract: A broad-spectrum animal and insect repellent composition is disclosed. The composition includes a mixture of water, butyl lactate and at least one essential oil. The composition can also include at least one sticking agent, animal deterrent component, preservative and thickener. Additionally, the composition can include at least one surfactant. The method of using the repellent composition of the present invention is also disclosed. The method includes the steps of applying the repellent by spraying onto plants, grass, ground, or their combination, with the frequency ranging from one time per month to four times per month. The method can also include the step of applying the repellent by spraying on a rope or ribbon surrounding an area to be protected and can be further electrified with an electric fence charger.

Abstract: Disclosed in the present invention is an effect of flavonoid glycoside in the resistance of rice to weeds. Provided in the present invention is the use of isoorientin in any one of the following: inhibiting the growth of weeds; regulating the allelopathy of plants; and regulating the resistance of plants to weeds. The results of the present invention show that isoorientin can regulate the allelopathy of plants and can be used for inhibiting the growth of weeds. The present invention is of great significance for developing an environment-friendly green pesticide, and provides theoretical guidance for controlling weeds in rice fields.

Abstract: Pesticidal mixtures comprising as active compounds 1) at least one isochinoline compound A of formula I: wherein R is CH2-pyrimidine-2 or cyclpropyl; and 2) at least one further compound B selected from ethiprole and fipronil; alpha-cypermethrin, bifenthrin, cyfluthrin, etofenprox, lamda-cyhalothrin, gamma-cyhalothrin, deltamethrin; thiameth-oxam, imidacloprid, clothianidin, acetamiprid, thiacloprid, dinotefuran, nitenpyram, sulfoxaflor, flupyradifurone, triflumezopyrim; spinosad, spinetoram; abamectin, emamectin benzoate; pyriproxyfen; pymetrozine, afidopyropen; chlorfenapyr; teflubenzuron; buprofezin; methoxyfeno-zide; indoxacarb; spirotetramat, spiropidion, spidoxamat; chlorantraniliprole, cyantraniliprole, cyhalodiamide, cyclaniliprole, flubendiamide, tetrachlorantraniliprole, tetraniliprole; flonicamid; broflanilide; dicloromezotiaz, dimpropyridaz, flupyrimin, and oxazosulfyl; methods and use of these mixtures for combating invertebrate pests such as insects, arachnids or nematodes in and on plants, and

Abstract: An agrochemical formulation comprising adjuvants selected from diketopiperazines and an agrochemical active. A concentrate is also provided suitable for forming the formulation. The diketopiperazines provide adjuvancy in the concentrate and agrochemical formulations. There is also provided a method of making the formulation, and use of said diketopiperazines as adjuvants in agrochemical formulations is also provided. A method of forming the diketopiperazines is also described. The diketopiperazines may be used in a formulation for treating vegetation to control pests, or in a seed coating.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the field of molecules having pesticidal utility against pests in Phyla Arthropoda, Mollusca, and Nematoda, processes to produce such molecules, intermediates used in such processes, pesticidal compositions containing such molecules, and processes of using such pesticidal compositions against such pests. These pesticidal compositions may be used, for example, as acaricides, insecticides, miticides, molluscicides, and nematicides. This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula One”).

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbicidal mixtures and their methods and uses for controlling undesirable vegetation in soybeans, wherein the herbicidal mixtures comprise L-glufosinate and and at least one herbicidal compound II selected from clethodim, cycloxydim, fenoxaprop, fenoxaprop-ethyl, fenoxaprop-P, fenoxaprop-P-ethyl, fluazifop, fluazifop-butyl, fluazifop-P, fluazifop-P-butyl, haloxyfop, haloxyfop-methyl, haloxyfop-P, haloxyfop-P-methyl, propaquizafop, quizalofop, quizalofop-ethyl, quizalofop-tefuryl, quizalofop-P, quizalofop-P-ethyl, quizalofop-P-tefuryl, sethoxydim, chlorimuron, chlorimuron-ethyl, nicosulfuron, oxasulfuron, thifensulfuron, thifensulfuron-methyl, tritosulfuron, imazamox, imazamox ammonium, imazapic, imazapic ammonium, imazapyr, imazapyr isopropylammonium, imazaquin, imazethapyr, imazethapyr ammonium, cloransulam, cloransulam-methyl, diclosulam, flumetsulam, atrazine, metribuzin, linuron, monolinuron, bentazone, bentazone-sodium, acifluorfen, acifluorfen-sodium, carfentrazone, car

Abstract: The present invention relates to herbicidal mixtures and their methods and uses for controlling undesirable vegetation in conventional and tolerant, e.g.

Abstract: The invention particularly relates to a pesticidal composition comprising elemental sulphur in the range of 30% w/w to 90% w/w of the total composition; fluxapyroxad present in the range of 0.01% to 25% w/w of the total composition; and prothioconazole present in the range of 1% to 20% w/w of the total composition and at least one agrochemically acceptable excipient, wherein the composition has a particle size range of 0.1 to 50 microns. The present invention also relates to process of preparation of the pesticidal composition. The invention further relates to a method of controlling fungal disease, crop protection or improving the plant health and yield by treating a plant, plant propagation material, locus or parts thereof, a seed, seedling or surrounding soil with the pesticidal composition.

Abstract: Polymeric articles having improved antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal properties and/or other improved properties obtainable from embedding particles in polymers are described. The articles may have a plurality of first particles that provide a desired first desired property to the article and a plurality of second particles that provide a desired second desired property to the article. In some cases, the particles may comprise or consist essentially of at least one of water soluble and water insoluble copper compounds that release at least one of Cu+ ions and Cu++ ions upon contact with a fluid. The polymeric articles may have different properties and efficacy based upon the chemical composition, the size, shape, and location of the combination of particles in the article.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an antiviral aerosol composition that has high stability and can be aerosol-applied without causing nozzle clogging or the like, the antiviral aerosol composition being capable of forming a coating film whose copper-doped silica exhibits excellent antiviral properties and which is firmly retained on the surface of an article; a coating film formed from the antiviral aerosol composition; and an article comprising the coating film. The antiviral aerosol composition of the present invention as a means for resolution comprises (1) a copper-doped silica, (2) a vinylpyrrolidone unit-containing polymer, (3) an alcohol-based solvent or a mixed solvent of an alcohol-based solvent and water, and (4) a propellant. The coating film of the present invention is formed from the antiviral aerosol composition of the present invention. The article of the present invention comprises the coating film of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to natural or natural-like analogues of insect pyrokinin neuropeptides and AKH neuropeptides, and combinations thereof, having activity against insects, for example hemipteran, dipteran, lepidopteran, blattodean and/or coleopteran insects, such as aphids, moths and fruit flies, and their use as insect control agents (e.g. insecticides) and plant protection agents.

Abstract: An oven ready tray for use in cooking meat comprises a tray bottom and at least two depressions extending downward from the tray bottom. The at least two depressions are configured and arranged to collect liquid generated during cooking of meat to contact portions of the meat with liquid without submerging the meat in liquid. An oven ready tray assembly includes meat positioned on the tray bottom. A method of cooking meat includes placing the tray on which the meat is positioned in an oven, cooking the meat on the tray in the oven to generate liquid, the at least two depressions collecting liquid generated during cooking, and contacting the meat with liquid collected in the at least two depressions during cooking.

Abstract: Disclosed is a mixing system for making a dough ball. The mixing system comprises a cup for receiving a plurality of ingredients to be mixed, the cup comprising a base and side wall. The mixing system also comprises a blade for mixing the ingredients in the cup to develop the dough ball, the blade and cup together defining a mixing volume, and a drive system for moving at least one of the blade and the cup to change a size of the mixing volume.

Abstract: An apparatus for filling a food item and method of use of the apparatus. The apparatus includes a filling receptacle enclosed by two pairs of opposed walls and having an open first end and an open second end, two pairs of opposed flaps disposed proximate the second end of the filling receptacle, each flap extending outwardly from each corresponding wall and oriented orthogonally thereto. When the apparatus is placed on a horizontal surface, the walls are disposed in a vertical orientation and the flaps extend horizontally outward from the filling receptacle, and the first end of the filling receptacle is above the second end. The apparatus is positioned over a flat, foldable food item to be filled, and ingredients are placed into the filling receptacle. The apparatus is then removed and the food item is folded to enclose the ingredients.

Abstract: A bakery premix powder for preparing a donut-type bakery product is provided. The bakery premix powder includes starch, the starch includes hydroxypropyl starch and acetate starch, and a weight ratio of the hydroxypropyl starch to the acetate starch is ranged between 2:1 and 3:1.

Abstract: The technology disclosed in this specification is directed to baked goods comprising a deamidated legume protein isolate. In some embodiments the baked good is gluten free. In some embodiments the deamidated legume protein isolate is a deamidated pea protein isolate. The baked goods described in this specification have from about 0.5% to about 5% wt. % deamidated legume protein.

Abstract: A multi-layered food product comprises a filling encapsulated by a dough layer, and the multi-layered food product can optionally include one or more toppings atop the dough layer.

Abstract: A freshness maintenance system includes a freshness detection unit that detects the freshness of an agricultural product by detecting ethylene gas, and a maturation suppression unit that irradiates light having a sterilizing effect or generates an electromagnetic wave. A processing unit of the freshness maintenance system controls the maturation suppression unit based on the freshness detected by the freshness detection unit to suppress the freshness of the agricultural product.

Abstract: A cooling device for products disposed in an arrangement including an elongate plenum having a length that approximates the transverse dimension of the arrangement and a passageway extending from its first end to its second end. A structure coupled to the elongate plenum is adapted for positioning the elongate plenum across arrangement. A blower is coupled to the first end of the elongate plenum for providing a pressurized fluid to the passageway. The elongate plenum has a substantially continuous nozzle extending along its length for directing pressurized fluid from the passageway for travel over a side wall of the plenum towards the arrangement. The side wall has a configuration so that the pressurized fluid traveling over the side wall entrains fluid external of the elongate plenum for amplified cooling of products in the arrangement.

Abstract: Some embodiments of food preservatives, methods of preparation thereof, and methods of room-temperature preservation, in the technical field of food preservation, are disclosed. In some embodiments, the food preservative includes chitosan, Chinese prickly ash oil, and astaxanthin. In other embodiments, the food preservative includes glycerol, acetic acid, and water. In further embodiments, the glycerol, the acetic acid, and the water are at a volume ratio of 5-30:5-25:915-985, and the chitosan and the water are at a mass-volume ratio of 5-20 g:915-985 mL. In some embodiments, the Chinese prickly ash oil, the chitosan, and the astaxanthin are at a volume-mass-mass ratio of 5-30 mL:5-20 g:0.01-0.06 g.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel strains of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum as well as preparations and compositions, such as fermentation broths, protective cultures, final food or feed products comprising a strain of the species Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus in combination with a strain of the species Lactiplantibacillus plantarum. The present invention further relates to methods for the controlling of growth of a contaminant, such as yeast or mould by using these novel strains and combinations.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally provides nutritional compositions that are useful for promoting beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract of a Cesarean-section (C-section)-delivered infant. The nutritional composition can include a prebiotic composition comprising human milk oligosaccharides (HMO), milk fat globule membrane (MFGM), and galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) and/or polydextrose (PDX). The present disclosure also provides methods for promoting the growth of beneficial microbiota in the gastrointestinal tract of C-section-delivered infants comprising administering to a C-section-delivered infant the disclosed nutritional composition.

Abstract: [Problems] To provide a technique for promoting fermentation during the production of a fermented plant-base drink or food and improving the stringiness of the produced fermented plant-base drink or food. [Solution] The present technique provides a modifier for fermented plant-base drinks or foods, the modifier containing hemicellulase. The present technique also provides a method for producing a fermented plant-base drink or food, a method for promoting fermentation, and a method for improving stringiness, the methods comprising: an enzymatic action step for allowing hemicellulase to act on a portion or all of a plant-base raw material; and a fermentation step for performing fermentation.