Abstract: Involved is a herbicide-resistant protein, coding gene and use thereof. The herbicide-resistant protein comprises: (a) a protein consisting of an amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 2; or (b) a protein with the activity of herbicide-resistance which is derived from the amino acid sequence in (a) by replacing and/or deleting and/or adding one or several amino acids in the same. The herbicide-resistant protein of this invention is especially suitable for expression in plants, with broad resistance spectrum to herbicides, especially to phenoxy auxin herbicides.

Abstract: A formulation in the form of an oil dispersion includes as agrochemical active ingredient iodosulfuron-methyl sodium salt, one or more hydroxystearates, at least one emulsifier, at least one plant oil or mineral oil or an ester of a plant oil or mineral oil, and optionally auxiliaries and additives.

Abstract: A method for regulating properties of a plant, includes: providing a nanoagent having at least one nanocomposite; and delivering the nanoagent to the plant. The nanocomposite has at least one gold nanorod, a silver layer coated on an outer surface of the gold nanorod, a pegylated layer coated on the silver layer, and an active layer conjugated to the pegylated layer. The silver layer includes silver nanoparticles. The pegylated layer includes at least one of thiolated polyethylene glycol (HS-PEG), thiolated polyethylene glycol acid (HS-PEG-COOH) and HS-PEG-NHx. The active layer includes at least one bio-active agent configured to interact with the plant. The bio-active agent can be 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D).

Abstract: A composition comprising linked segments of: (a) a polyhydroxy segment derived from a compound independently selected an acyclic polyhydric alcohol having 4 to 6 carbon atoms and 4 to 6 reactive hydroxyl groups; a cyclic polyhydric alcohol having 4 to 6 carbon atoms and 4 to 6 reactive hydroxyl groups, a poly(hydroxyethyl) polyethyleneamine having 4 to 6 reactive hydroxyl groups and combinations thereof; (b) polyoxyalkylene segments wherein each hydroxyl group of the polyhydroxyl segment is linked to a polyoxyalkylene segment; (d) and aliphatic end segments or aromatic end segments, each end segment having 6 to 32 carbon atoms and a hydroxyl reactive group, wherein the mole ratio of the polyoxyalkylene segment to the polyhydroxy segment is at least 4:1 and the mole ratio of the aliphatic or aromatic end segment to the polyhydroxy segment is at least 0.25:1.

Abstract: A method for producing particles includes providing a relief template having a surface relief pattern adapted to impart structure to a plurality of particles while they are under production; depositing a radiation-sensitive material on the relief template; exposing portions of the radiation-sensitive material on the relief template using a beam of spatially patterned radiation; removing portions of the radiation-sensitive material after the exposing to reveal at least portions of surfaces of the plurality of particles; and separating at least a portion of the plurality of particles from the relief template. At least a portion of a structure of each of the plurality of particles is defined by a combination of the surface relief pattern and the spatially patterned radiation.

Abstract: Aqueous pesticide concentrates containing a pesticide (such as an auxinic herbicide), a surfactant, and a naturally or petroleum derived oil and the use of aqueous pesticide spray mixtures incorporating such concentrates are described. The aqueous pesticide concentrates described herein include from 5 to 90 weight percent of a pesticide (such as an auxinic herbicide), from 0.1 to 20 weight percent of a surfactant, and from 0.1 to 20 weight percent of a naturally or petroleum derived oil. The aqueous pesticide concentrates are stable oil-in-water emulsions that form a stable emulsion upon dilution into a spray solution.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a 3-(1H-pyrazol)pyridine compound of formula I or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R9, R10, R12, x, n, and Q are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises at least one compound selected from a 1-(3-pyridyl-N-oxide)pyrazole compound of formula I, II, or III, or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R12, R13, Y, and Q, are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises a compound of formula I or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R4, R5, R6, R7, Z, Q, and Y are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests, or to an area to control pests.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises one or more of the following compounds: 3-(thiazol-2-yl)pyridine 1-oxide compound of formula I or II, or N-(4-chloro-2-(pyridin-3-yl)thiazol-5-yl)-3-(methylthio)propanamide compound (C3), or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, and Q, are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprises at least one compounds selected from a compound of formula, or any agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, Q, Z, L, La, and x are as described herein. A method of controlling pests comprises applying the pesticidal composition near a population of pests.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable, agricultural oil-in-water emulsion compositions.

Abstract: The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention “stacked” together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of solid amine salts of aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicides by reaction of the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide with an amine comprising reacting the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide in an ether solvent with an amine to form the amine salt and collecting the amine salt of the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide as a precipitate from the ether solvent reaction mixture wherein the ether is a dialiphatic ether comprising at least one primary aliphatic group.

Abstract: A method for increasing crop yield using plant growth regulators is disclosed. The invention relates to plant growth regulators including but not limited to auxins, cytokinins, gibberellins, ethylene and abscisic acid and any combination thereof. Auxin forms include but are not limited to phenoxy herbicide, phenoxy herbicide esters, and herbicides mixed with surfactants and fertilizers. The invention relates to the application of the plant growth regulators to seed, soil and seedlings. The invention further relates to using different application rates and combinations of the plant growth regulators to seeds, soil, seedlings and plants.

Abstract: An aqueous liquid herbicide composition comprising a solution of at least one of 2,4-D and dicamba in the form of the monomethylamine salt and at least one of 2,4-D and dicamba in the form of the dimethylamine salt wherein the molar ratio of monomethylamine to dimethylamine is in the range of from 1:20 to 4:6.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a water-soluble granule formulation of 2,4-D salt, comprising components in the following weight percent: 5-80% 2,4-D salt (calculated as 2,4-D acid), and a water-soluble filler as the balance. The water-soluble granule formulation of 2,4-D salt has an outstanding control efficiency on annual or perennial Poaceae weeds and some broadleaf weeds in fields of soybean and other Fabaceae plants, for example, such weeds as amaranth, knotweed, lamb's-quarters night shade, siberian cocklebur, barnyard grass, foxtail grass, digitaria sanguinalis, broomcorn millet and the like. The formulation is environment-friendly, and has the advantages of being free of organic solvents and dusts and being easy to measure in comparison to conventional emulsifiable formulation, wettable powder formulation and suspension formulation. The present invention also discloses the preparation method of the formulation. The production process is simple, economical and safe.

Abstract: Described are herbicide compositions and methods for their preparation and use, in particular, herbicide compositions and methods relating to herbicide compositions containing herbicide compounds in acid form, and further including an acidifying agent.

Abstract: A water dispersible granule composition comprising microcapsules comprising at least one agrochemical active ingredient encapsulated within a urea formaldehyde polymeric shell wall, at least one inert filler and at least one agrochemical excipients.

Abstract: The subject invention includes pre-plant and/or pre-emergence applications of a herbicide to an area or field that is planted with seed comprising an AAD-1 event. In some preferred embodiments, the seed comprises corn event DAS-40278-9. In some preferred embodiments, the herbicide can be a formulation comprising a 2,4-D active ingredient. Such herbicides and formulations can also be used in pre-plant applications. Additional herbicides, such as glyphosate, can be used in combination, including in the pre-plant applications.

Abstract: This invention is directed to the preparation and applications of internally and/or externally functionalized environmentally benign nanoparticles (EbNPs), which are produced by a three step procedure: (1) synthesis of native EbNPs, (2) functionalization with active agents, and (3) additional surface property customization via one or more modifier(s).

Abstract: The present invention provides a formulation comprising a pesticide and/or a plant growth regulator; an acyl morpholine of the formula (I) where R is H, CH3 or C2H5; and a polar aprotic co-solvent different from an acyl morpholine of formula (I). The formulation can be used in treatment of plants, and is especially well suited for use as a soluble liquid formulation.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods for improving fruit production or fruit quality in fruit trees, such as decreasing cold damage, increasing fruit size, increasing fruit quality, and/or increasing fruit set. In some embodiments, the disclosed methods include methods of decreasing cold damage to a fruit tree including applying an effective amount of a composition including DL-?-aminobutyric acid to the fruit tree, thereby decreasing cold damage, for example as compared to a control. In other embodiments, the disclosed methods include methods of increasing fruit size or fruit quality of fruit from a fruit tree, including applying an effective amount of a composition including prohexadione-calcium to the fruit tree after anthesis, thereby increasing fruit size or fruit quality, for example as compared to a control.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present invention can include herbicide-resistant proteins, coding genes, and uses thereof. Certain herbicide-resistant proteins can comprises: (a) a protein consisting of an amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 2; or (b) a protein consisting of an amino acid sequence at least 90% identical to that set forth in SEQ ID NO: 2. Other herbicide-resistant proteins of this disclosure can be suitable for expression in plants, can have resistance to herbicides (e.g., to phenoxy auxinherbicides), or both.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a herbicidal formulation that comprises at least one phenoxy acid herbicide or an agriculturally acceptable salt or derivative thereof, and a surfactant adjuvant, wherein said surfactant adjuvant comprises at least one alkoxylated asymmetric alkylamine surfactant having the formula (I) wherein R1 is a straight or branched chain, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group having from 8 to 24 carbon atoms; R2 is a C1-C4 alkyl group or a benzyl group; A is an alkylene group containing from 2-4 carbon atoms; x is 1-30; and y is 0-10; or a quaternised derivative of (I) having the formula (II) wherein R1 is a straight or branched chain, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group having from 8 to 24 carbon atoms; R2 is a C1-C4 alkyl group or a benzyl group; A is an alkylene group containing from 2-4 carbon atoms; x is 1-30; y is 0-10; R3 is a C1-C4 alkyl group; and Y? is an anion.

Abstract: Some embodiments of the present invention can include herbicide-resistant proteins, coding genes, and uses thereof. Certain herbicide-resistant proteins can comprises: (a) a protein consisting of an amino acid sequence shown in SEQ ID NO: 2; or (b) a protein consisting of an amino acid sequence at least 90% identical to that set forth in SEQ ID NO: 2. Other herbicide-resistant proteins of this disclosure can be suitable for expression in plants, can have resistance to herbicides (e.g., to phenoxy auxinherbicides), or both.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally low volatility herbicidal compositions comprising at least one auxin herbicide and at least one monocarboxylic acid, or monocarboxylate thereof. The invention further relates generally to methods for preparing and using such low volatility herbicidal compositions, including methods for controlling auxin-susceptible plant growth on agricultural and non-agricultural lands.

Abstract: Herbicide composition containing at least one herbicide from the family of phenoxyalkanoic acids in acid form and/or a benzoic acid derivative, and at least one solvent or oil, characterized in that the composition includes at least one surfactant and contains from 0 to 5% by mass of water.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a water-soluble granule formulation of 2,4-D salt, comprising components in the following weight percent: 5-80% 2,4-D salt (calculated as 2,4-D acid), and a water-soluble filler as the balance. The water-soluble granule formulation of 2,4-D salt has an outstanding control efficiency on annual or perennial Poaceae weeds and some broadleaf weeds in fields of soybean and other Fabaceae plants. The formulation is environment-friendly, and has the advantages of being free of organic solvents and dusts and being easy to measure in comparison to conventional emulsifiable formulation, wettable powder formulation and suspension formulation. The present invention also discloses the preparation method of the formulation. The production process is simple, economical and safe. The whole production process, without the use of dangerous chemicals, is easy to control and operate and has a high safety factor.

Abstract: Spray drift during the application of an aqueous mixture of a herbicide, such as an auxinic herbicide, is reduced by incorporating into a spray mixture one or more alkylbenzene sulfonate surfactants.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a surfactant blend composition of at least one nonionic alkoxylate and at least one sugar-based surfactant, and its use as an adjuvant for pesticides. The pesticidal composition employing the surfactant blend composition of the invention realizes an efficacy that is unexpectedly superior to similar pesticidal compositions which employ only the individual surfactant components. The composition of the present invention is useful as a tank side additive, or as a component in herbicidal formulations. In addition the compositions of the present invention are useful as adjuvants for other pesticides, such as, fungicides, insecticides, plant growth regulators, acaracides and the like.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for improving the compatibility of aqueous herbicide solutions containing at least one of a water soluble salt of an aryloxyalkanoic acid, a water soluble salt of a pyridyloxyalkanoic acid, and a water soluble salt of glyphosate by adding a surface active compatibilizer are provided.

Abstract: Phytosanitary compositions in the form of microemulsions with active ingredients formulated in their acid form, with compositions comprising a combination of an active ingredient or mixtures thereof in their acid form, a non-ionic surfactant, an anionic surfactant, a polar cosolvent, and water.

Abstract: Disclosed are a herbicide resistance gene and use thereof, wherein 1) the amino acid sequence of the encoded protein is at least more than 80% identical to SEQ ID NO:1; and 2) the encoded protein is capable of resulting in resistance to at least one of the following types of herbicides: acetolactate synthase (ALS)-inhibiting herbicides, protoporphyrinogen oxidase (PPO)-inhibiting herbicides, p-hydroxyphenylpyruvate dioxygenase (HPPD)-inhibiting herbicides, photosystem II-inhibiting herbicides, and synthetic auxin herbicides. The gene disclosed herein can be introduced into a plant to obtain a transgenic plant against herbicides. A method is disclosed for obtaining an herbicide-resistant transgenic plant by using an herbicide-resistant gene. Such herbicide-resistant transgenic plant can prevent damage of herbicides to the plant, providing a convenient and economical means for selectively killing weeds.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods and compositions for modulating disease resistance in plants and transgenic plants.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of solid amine salts of aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicides by reaction of the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide with an amine comprising reacting the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide in an ether solvent with an amine to form the amine salt and collecting the amine salt of the aromatic substituted carboxylic acid herbicide as a precipitate from the ether solvent reaction mixture wherein the ether is a dialiphatic ether comprising at least one primary aliphatic group.

Abstract: Provided are novel compositions for use in herbicide activity. Specifically, methods and compositions that modulate 5-enolpyruvylshikimate-3-phosphate synthase in plant species. The present invention also provides for combinations of compositions and methods that enhance weed control.

Abstract: This invention is related to methods for improving plant height and/or yield of crop plants that are resistant to herbicide 2,4-D by treating the plants with 2,4-D at application rates which are not harmful to the plants. In particular, provided is a method using 2,4-D application to increase yield of crop plants that express an AAD-12 gene for 2,4-D resistance. Soybeans are a preferred crop for use according to the subject invention.

Abstract: Aqueous herbicide concentrates containing an auxinic herbicide, an aromatic ester, and, optionally, a surfactant and uses of aqueous herbicide spray mixtures incorporating such concentrates are described. The aqueous herbicide concentrates described herein include from 20 to 60 weight percent of a water soluble salt of an auxinic herbicide, from 0.1 to 20 weight percent of an aromatic ester, and, optionally, from 0 to 10 weight percent of a surfactant. The aqueous herbicide concentrate is a transparent, homogeneous liquid that forms an emulsion upon dilution into a spray solution.

Abstract: Aqueous herbicide concentrates containing a herbicide (such as an auxinic herbicide), a surfactant, and a fatty acid alkyl ester, a fatty acid amide, and/or a triglyceride fatty acid ester and the use of aqueous herbicide spray mixtures incorporating such concentrates are described. The aqueous herbicide concentrates described herein include from 5 to 90 weight percent of a water soluble salt of a herbicide, from 0.1 to 20 weight percent of a surfactant, and from 0.1 to 20 weight percent of a fatty acid alkyl ester, fatty acid amide, and/or a triglyceride fatty acid ester. The aqueous herbicide concentrate is a transparent, homogeneous liquid that forms a stable emulsion upon dilution into a spray solution.

Abstract: Tankmix additive concentrates containing a phosphate ester and/or polymeric surfactant and a triglyceride fatty acid ester and the use of aqueous herbicide spray mixtures incorporating such tankmix additive concentrates are described. The tankmix additive concentrates described herein include from 1 to 50 weight percent of a phosphate ester surfactant, a polymeric surfactant, or mixtures thereof, and from 1 to 90 weight percent of a triglyceride fatty acid ester. The tankmix additive concentrates form a stable emulsion upon dilution into a pesticide spray mixture.

Abstract: Spray drift during the application of agricultural chemicals is reduced by incorporating microencapsulated oils into the aqueous solution or mixture to be sprayed.

Abstract: Cotton event pDAB4468.18.07.1 comprises genes encoding AAD-12 and PAT, affording herbicide tolerance to cotton crops containing the event, and enabling methods for crop protection.

Abstract: This invention relates to soybean event pDAB8264.42.32.1 and includes novel expression cassettes and transgenic inserts comprising multiple traits conferring resistance to glyphosate, aryloxyalkanoate, and glufosinate herbicides. This invention also relates in part to methods of controlling resistant weeds, plant breeding and herbicide tolerant plants. In some embodiments, the event sequence can be “stacked” with other traits, including, for example, other herbicide tolerance gene(s) and/or insect-inhibitory proteins. This invention further relates in part to endpoint TAQMAN PCR assays for the detection of Event pDAB8264.42.32.1 in soybeans and related plant material. Some embodiments can perform high throughput zygosity analysis of plant material and other embodiments can be used to uniquely identify the zygosity of and breed soybean lines comprising the event of the subject invention. Kits and conditions useful in conducting these assays are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a composition comprising i) a microencapsulated pesticide, ii) a dispersant selected from the group consisting of a lignin, b) a lignosulfonate salt and c) a lignosulfonate salt combined with the sodium salt of substituted naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde polymer, iii) a salt selected from the group consisting of magnesium sulfate, sodium chloride, sodium nitrate and calcium chloride, and iv) a non-encapsulated pesticide. The present invention is also directed to methods of making and using the compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: Complexes of herbicidal carboxylic acids and amine-containing polymers or oligomers are provided. These herbicidal complexes are useful for controlling unwanted plant growth. The herbicidal complexes have low solubility in water, low volatility relative to commercial compositions of the corresponding herbicidal carboxylic acids, and offer similar or improved herbicidal performance when compared to existing salts of the herbicidal carboxylic acids.

Abstract: The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to a pyridyloxyacetate herbicide. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention “stacked” together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-13 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Abstract: The subject invention provides novel plants that are not only resistant to 2,4-D, but also to pyridyloxyacetate herbicides. Heretofore, there was no expectation or suggestion that a plant with both of these advantageous properties could be produced by the introduction of a single gene. The subject invention also includes plants that produce one or more enzymes of the subject invention “stacked” together with one or more other herbicide resistance genes. The subject invention enables novel combinations of herbicides to be used in new ways. Furthermore, the subject invention provides novel methods of preventing the development of, and controlling, strains of weeds that are resistant to one or more herbicides such as glyphosate. The preferred enzyme and gene for use according to the subject invention are referred to herein as AAD-12 (AryloxyAlkanoate Dioxygenase). This highly novel discovery is the basis of significant herbicide tolerant crop trait and selectable marker opportunities.

Abstract: Herbicide composition containing at least one herbicide from the family of phenoxyalkanoic acids in acid form and/or a benzoic acid derivative, and at least one solvent or oil, characterised in that the composition includes at least one surfactant and contains from 0 to 5% by mass of water.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and a composition for restoring pollen fertility by suppressing formation insufficiency in a pollen formation process due to a high-temperature or low-temperature stress. The present invention provides a fertility restorative agent comprising an auxin as an active ingredient, and a method for restoring the fertility of a plants of the family Poaceae, comprising spreading an auxin. Moreover, the present invention provides a fertility restorative agent containing as an active ingredient a substance which inhibits auxin action, and a method for restoring the fertility of rice plant, including spreading a substance which inhibits auxin action.