Abstract: The invention relates to systems and methods for effective production and use of microorganisms and/or the fermentation broth in which they are produced. Advantageously, the system is cost-effective, scalable, quick, versatile, efficacious, and helpful in reducing resistance to chemical compounds and residue that concerns consumers.

Abstract: Provided is a compound and composition capable of increasing a sugar content in a fruit by a simple method, without being restricted by a cultivation area of a plant or a climatic environment. The agent for increasing a sugar content in a fruit of a plant comprises a compound represented by the formula MX as an active ingredient, wherein M represents alkali metal ion or alkaline earth metal ion, and X represents carbonate ion, hydrogen carbonate ion, acetate ion, citrate ion, succinate ion, phosphate ion, hydrogen phosphate ion, or pyrophosphate ion.

Abstract: The composition provides herbicidal, fungicidal and/or nutritional activity to genetically engineered crops in a single application and comprises an aqueous composition of: (1) a glyphosate salt; and, (2) a phosphite selected from the group consisting of: potassium phosphite, potassium polyphosphite or any combinations; and, wherein the molar ratio of (1) to (2) is about 1:4 to about 1:1 and where the concentration of (1) is applied at the rate of between 0.47-4.13 lbs/acre.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel use of known active substance combinations which consist firstly of 3,4-dichloro-2?-cyano-1,2-thiazole-5-carboxanilide, of the formula which is known, and secondly further known insecticidal active substances, for controlling animal pests, especially arthropods, in particular insects.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to cryoprotection of plants. The compositions and methods disclosed herein provide a means for protecting plants from frost or freeze damage or death due to sudden exposure to low temperature conditions. The present disclosure further relates to methods for providing cryoprotection to plants.

Abstract: Not so many reports on the practical use of herbicidal sulfonylurea compounds have been made since they easily decompose in water or a process for production of their suspensions is complicated. Therefore, it is desired to prepare a water-based herbicidal suspension in which a herbicidal sulfonylurea compound will not decompose in water and excellent suspensibility of which is maintained, without complicated process. A water-based herbicidal suspension comprising (1) a herbicidal sulfonylurea compound (excluding 1-[3-[(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-ylcarbamoyl)sulfamoyl]-2-pyridyl]-2-fluoropropyl methoxyacetate and N-[(4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl)aminocarbonyl]-2-(2-fluoro-1-hydroxypropyl)-3-pyridinesulfonamide) or its salt, (2) an inorganic salt, (3) at least one sulfonate selected from the group consisting of an aryl sulfonate, an alkylaryl sulfonate and their formaldehyde condensates and (4) water.

Abstract: A sparingly water-soluble plant quality improver characterized by containing a polyvalent metal, an organic acid having a carboxylic group, an alkali metal and/or ammonia, and phosphate ions and/or carbonate ions. The sparingly water-soluble plant quality improver inhibits or alleviates physiological disorders of plants and further has the function of improving qualities of the plants, such as sugar content and acidity. It is also characterized in that it causes little fruit surface soiling to heighten the merchandice value, and that it is lowly phytotoxic and highly safe.

Abstract: A method of improving the properties of urea granulates, more especially the caking tendency, the dust formation and the foaming tendency in aqueous media, by the addition of an additive to the urea, wherein the additive comprises a carboxylic acid compound with the general formula XY—(Z)—COOH, in which Z is a saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon with 1-25 carbon atoms and X and Y are selected from the group consisting of a hydrogen atom or a polar organic functional group, and in that the additive is added as a solution in a polar solvent to the urea granulates, which are subsequently dried.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of selected adjuvants to improve the performance of S-(+)-abscisic acid (S-ABA, ABA) or ABA salts on plants.

Abstract: The present invention provides N-phosphonomethylglycine guanidine salts. The N-phosphonomethylglycine guanidine salts have improved herbicidal efficacy over glyphosate alone. The present invention also provides guanidine compounds and salts thereof.

Abstract: A method of fertilizing plants and/or seeds involves the application of a growth hormone free formulation of fertilizer and sarcosine, either together as a formulation or separately. The sarcosine is used in an effective amount to enhance plant biomass development and fertilizer uptake. The application method and composition can also include the application of a preservative.

Abstract: A composition comprising a compound selected from an auxin, an auxin precursor, an auxin metabolite or a derivative of said auxin, auxin precursor or auxin metabolite or a mixture thereof and acetaminophen or a derivative thereof for use as a chemical thinning agent.

Abstract: This invention relates to the use of selected adjuvants to improve the performance of S-(+)-abscisic acid (S-ABA, ABA) or ABA salts on plants.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a formulation based on (i) micronized natural calcite mineral (MC) of particles size from 500 nm to 5 ?m, which contains variable amounts of calcite (CaCO3), dolomite [CaMg (CO3)2], ankerite [Ca (Mg, Fe, Mn, Zn) (CO3)2], and quartz (SiO2); (ii) micronized zeolite of particles size from 500 nm to 5 ?m, of general formula (Mn+) x/n [(AlO2) x (SiO2) y].mH2O (MZ) wherein Me=Na, K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, Mn, Cu; whereas ratio of silicon to aluminum, y:x is between 1:1 to >10:1; whilst m is number of crystalline water molecules which can be from 0 to >20; and of (iii) one or more additives which, with components (i) and (ii), yiled in the final form of the formulation suitable for practical use: powder; wettable powder; concentrate for suspension; or granules; and/or which enhance basic biological actions of (i).

Abstract: The present invention provides a plant-activating agent for improving the activity of plants efficiently without a chemical injury onto the plant. The plant-activating agent is selected from the group consisting of (1) an organic acid derivative which is derived from the organic acid having two functional groups and wherein at least one of the above-mentioned functional groups is bonded to a group containing 1 to 30 carbon atoms; (2) a compound represented by the formula (II): RCOO(AO)nX1??(II) wherein R represents an alkyl or alkenyl group having 11 to 29 carbon atoms; X1 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl or acyl group having 1 to 30 carbon atoms, an alkenyl group having 2 to 30 carbon atoms, or a counter ion; AO represents at least one group selected from oxyethylene, oxyprolylene and oxybutylene groups and may be random or block; and n represents an average number of moles added and is zero to 30; and (3) a glycerol derivative.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to cryoprotection of plants. The compositions and methods disclosed herein provide a means for protecting plants from frost or freeze damage or death due to sudden exposure to low temperature conditions. The present disclosure further relates to methods for providing cryoprotection to plants.

Abstract: Disclosed are a method, composition and kit for promoting plant growth and improving plant preservation. According to the invention, it is possible to improve qualities of agricultural products and preservation of crops after harvested as well as to increase production of crops by promoting plant growth without using toxic chemicals.

Abstract: Compositions containing one or more metal phosphites and prohexadione calcium are suitable for providing micronutrients for plant health and growth regulation when applied to agricultural crops.

Abstract: A method is described for treating soil to increase plant growth or improve the health of plants, wherein an aqueous solution of a bio-derived surfactant obtained from natural lipids has pesticidal effects. In some embodiments, the method can be used against soil pests such as at least one of nematodes, soil-dwelling insects, and weeds. The invention also pertains to methods for applying bio-derived surfactants to crops and other plants or to the soil used for such plants in order to reduce the need to apply environmentally unfriendly pesticides substances.

Abstract: A method of controlling moss by applying to grass infested with moss a dry composition including: a) a source of nitrogen such as isobutylenediurea or methylene urea; b) a non-ionic surfactant or wetting agent; c) a metal containing salt, and d) an acidic pH adjusting agent effective to adjust the pH of the composition to a pH of between 2.5 and 5 when wetted on grass. The dry composition may be a granular composition, and may be applied by broadcasting over a large area.

Abstract: A sparingly water-soluble plant quality improver characterized by containing a polyvalent metal, an organic acid having a carboxylic group, an alkali metal and/or ammonia, and phosphate ions and/or carbonate ions. The sparingly water-soluble plant quality improver inhibits or alleviates physiological disorders of plants and further has the function of improving qualities of the plants, such as sugar content and acidity. It is also characterized in that it causes little fruit surface soiling to heighten the merchandice value, and that it is lowly phytotoxic and highly safe.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions including peroxyacetic acid and peroxyoctanoic acid and methods for preventing microbial growth in aqueous streams including the step of applying a composition of the invention to the stream. The compositions and methods can control microbial growth in aqueous streams used for transporting or processing food products.

Abstract: An environmentally safe selective herbicide is provided that includes at least one metal component and at least one chelating agent. The metal component can have a variety of forms, but is preferably in the form of a metal salt, a metal chelate, or combinations thereof. The chelating agent can also have a variety of forms, but is preferably in the form of a metal chelate, a salt, an acid, or combinations thereof. Methods of use are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides, improved herbicide compositions, methods of making the compositions and methods of controlling plant growth. The subject invention relates to combining fatty acid based and other herbicides with succinic acid, succinic acid derivatives and other additives such as those having essentially no herbicidal activity to increase the activity of the herbicide and provide methods of controlling plant growth by applying a combination of a herbicidal fatty acid with succinic acid and/or succinic acid derivative chemicals and/or other additives. In addition to the use of succinic acid, combining other Krebs cycle acids with herbicides can also provide beneficial effects. Concentrations of herbicides and additives applied to plants in accordance with the invention can include compositions involving 0.1 to 30% herbicide, preferably 0.5 to 15% herbicide and additive and more preferably 1-8% herbicide.

Abstract: Composition and method for enhancing the moisture content of growing and cut trees and plants, including the steps of providing a polyacrylimide polymer in crystalline form, mixing salt with the polymer wherein the salt comprises about 5% by weight relative to the polymer, treating the mixture in a reaction tube for about 60 seconds, and applying the mixture to the tree or plant to enhance the ability thereof to absorb and retain moisture.

Abstract: The invention provides stable, aqueous formulations comprising high concentrations of salicylic acid and hydrolyzed chitosan, which can be used to prepare diluted, working formulations for enhancing plant defensive responses.

Abstract: The present invention provides a chemical composition useful for treating seeds, including at least one choline-containing compound, a calcium-containing salt, a potassium-containing salt, and salicylic acid, and optionally containing an alkanolamine and/or glycerol. The present invention also provides methods of using the composition.

Abstract: A selective herbicidal composition for controlling grasses and weeds in crops of cultivated plants comprising, in addition to customary formulation assistants, a) a herbicide selected from the group consisting of sulfonyl ureas, sulfonamides and imidazolinones; and b) a water-soluble iron compound.

Abstract: Methods and formulations for treating plants and enhancing plant growth and for safening high concentrations of one or more phytocatalysts, wherein one or more formulations, comprising, a high concentration of one or more phytocatalysts, and an effective amount of one or more polyacylglycosides and polyalkylglycosides; and isomers, and metabolites, salts, hydrates, esters, amines, and derivatives of the polyacylglycosides and polyalkylglycosides, and combinations thereof, is applied to the plants.

Abstract: The invention provides, improved herbicide compositions, methods of making the compositions and methods of controlling plant growth. The subject invention relates to combining fatty acid based and other herbicides with succinic acid, succinic acid derivatives and other additives such as those having essentially no herbicidal activity to increase the activity of the herbicide and provide methods of controlling plant growth by applying a combination of a herbicidal fatty acid with succinic acid and/or succinic acid derivative chemicals and/or other additives. In addition to the use of succinic acid, combining other Krebs cycle acids with herbicides can also provide beneficial effects. Concentrations of herbicides and additives applied to plants in accordance with the invention can include compositions involving 0.1 to 30% herbicide, preferably 0.5 to 15% herbicide and additive and more preferably 1-8% herbicide.

Abstract: Both a process and a method of using peracid compositions, especially mixed peracid systems, to treat field or greenhouse grown plant tissue, seeds, fruits, and growing media and containers. The peracid can lower the natural, plant pathogen and human pathogenic microbial load resulting in less waste to molding, spoilage, and destruction because of pathogenic poisons.

Abstract: The direct introduction or injection of peroxy compounds into a transpiration layer in a plant structure found inside the protective layer, bark or husk of a growing plant is described as an effective method in treating plant disease and can achieve levels of protection unavailable in the simple application of the materials to the leaf, stem, root or plant environment including air or soil.

Abstract: A method of treating vegetation by application of a microbial insecticide in which a quinone has been covalently bonded to the viral occlusion body surface of the microbial insecticide in order to improve the UV stability of the microbial insecticide by forming a protective shield around the pathogen.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel herbicidal compositions which comprise herbicidal active substances from the class of the phenoxyphenoxy- and heteroaryloxyphenoxy-carboxylic acid derivatives, a dispersant from the class of the fatty alcohol polyoxypropylene-polyoxyethylene ethers and/or the polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene block copolymers, emulsifier or wetting agent from the group comprising calcium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, fatty acid polyglycol esters, the ethoxylated nonylphenols and the alkanol polyglycol ethers, organic solvents and water, in the form of microemulsions which have low viscosity and are stable chemically and with regard to their technical properties in use.The invention furthermore relates to a process for preparing these microemulsions by stirring, shaking or static mixing. Prior to the biological application of these formulations, they are mixed with water and thus give spray mixtures which are perfect with regard to their technical properties in use.

Abstract: A herbicidal composition comprising herbicidally effective amounts of a diphenyl ether of the formula ##STR1## at least one nitrogen containing fertilizer that is present in an amount that increases the herbicidal activity of said diphenyl ether; andone or more adjuvants.

Abstract: The present invention provides an effective method for controlling foliage and root fungus infection in cultivated crops. A fungicide composition in the form of an aqueous formulation which is applied to pre-harvest crops contains ingredients such as propiconazole, sodium bicarbonate, potassium bicarbonate, sodium oleate, sodium caprylate and xanthan gum. The combination of sodium oleate, sodium caprylate and xanthan gum functions as an effective spreader-sticker medium for forming an adherent coating on plant foliage surfaces, and for saturating ground soil. The coating exhibits both immediate and long duration fungicidal activities.

Abstract: Water-soluble or water-dispersible granular compositions prepared by coating a water-soluble sulfonylurea herbicide or a water-soluble or water-dispersible form of a sulfonylurea herbicide on a granular substrate using a water-soluble polyethylene glycol binder, and a method for controlling undesired vegetation.

Abstract: A biocidal composition comprising a dry, water soluble mixture of a solid bromide and a stable, solid peracetylperoxyborate compound useful as a chlorine-free water treatment system, said peracetylperoxyborate composition generating hypobromous acid upon addition of water. Methods of treating water with said compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Water-soluble poly(organic acids) having a molecular size of more than 1,500 Daltons enhance fertilizer uptake and promote plant growth. Particularly suitable for this purpose are the poly(amino acids) such as poly(aspartic acid) and copolymers thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides a concentrate for dilution with water in the preparation of an agricultural composition for application to crops, soil or animals and comprising an agricultural chemical whose agricultural activty varies with the pH of the water; and the invention provides a method of preparing such agricultural composition by mixing the concentrate with water and effecting such pH modification to the composition as is necessary to obtain a pH in the composition at which the agricultural activity of the chemical is acceptable. The concentrate comprises an active ingredient and a pH indicator for colouring the water, and the proportions of pH indicator and active ingredient are selected so that when the concentrate is diluted with water to provide an effective concentration of active ingredient in the water, the pH indicator indicates visually whether or not the pH of the water is suitable for acceptable agricultural activity of the chemical.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for sanitizing a system where microorganisms are capable of growing which comprises adding to said system a microbiocidally effective amount of an oxidant capable of releasing nascent or singlet oxygen for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms, and a microbiocidally effective amount of a microbicide for inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.