Apple Patents (Class PLT/161)
  • Publication number: 20210345532
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA093’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color and early maturity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2020
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Publication number: 20210345533
    Abstract: ‘R203’ is a new variety of apple tree selected for its distinctive and flavorful red and yellow-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 22, 2021
    Publication date: November 4, 2021
    Applicant: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20210274694
    Abstract: ‘R202’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive and flavorful red-and-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Publication date: September 2, 2021
    Applicant: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20210168980
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘REGALNAT’ produces high yield of firm fruits with large size, round slightly flattened shape, and a luminous dark red skin color, having exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling, its tolerance to main apple pests and diseases and its storage qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 25, 2020
    Publication date: June 3, 2021
    Applicant: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence MAILLARD, Arsène MAILLARD
  • Publication number: 20210059089
    Abstract: ‘Bingo Gala’ is a new apple variety discovered as a limb mutation of ‘Tenroy Gala.’ The fruit of ‘Bingo Gala’ is notable for its cherry-red overcolor, which consistently covers about eighty percent of the fruit surface. ‘Bingo Gala’ can be harvested in one pick.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2020
    Publication date: February 25, 2021
    Inventor: Jan Dawid Wiegman
  • Publication number: 20200383253
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica) named ‘Bella Rosa.’ ‘Bella Rosa’ is a whole plant mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by very early full pink-red color over the entire surface of the fruit, its spreading to drooping habit, and its solid flush color pattern.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Applicant: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Brendon Francis
  • Publication number: 20200296872
    Abstract: ‘Y103’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive dark pink and white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Valerie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20200288613
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described, the variety resulting from controlled cross pollination between (Fuji x Shinano Gold). This variety can be characterized by its full red coloration and crisp texture. The new variety has been named ‘Takano 6’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 4, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Inventor: Tsuyoshi TAKANO
  • Publication number: 20200196501
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree named ‘TAKANO 7GO’ having a longer common storage duration of about one month even at an average temperature of about 20-25° C., balanced sweetness and acidity of the fruit, higher firmness of the flesh, and earlier harvest time (for example, from late August to early September in Japan).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 23, 2018
    Publication date: June 18, 2020
    Inventor: Tsuyoshi Takano
  • Publication number: 20200178433
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘BABYLOVE’ produces high yield of fruits with small to very size and round flattened shape, an orange red to red skin color, firm to very firm, and with exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling and storage qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2019
    Publication date: June 4, 2020
    Applicant: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence MAILLARD, Arsène MAILLARD
  • Publication number: 20200137937
    Abstract: ‘Y103’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive dark pink and white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Publication date: April 30, 2020
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Valerie Fouillet
  • Publication number: 20200128713
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh apple tree variety named ‘CIVPEAK’, particularly characterized by a medium overall vigor, spreading habit, and easy management. The fruit has a conical shape, and regular size. The skin is flushed and mottled with a purple-red overcolor on 80-90% of a yellow background surface. The flesh is very firm, crunchy, and juicy. The taste is balanced with a good level of acidity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: C.I.V. - CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI - SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio MARTINELLI
  • Publication number: 20200015399
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple from a controlled cross of Huaguan x Honeycrisp that is distinctly different from its parents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 6, 2018
    Publication date: January 9, 2020
    Inventor: Neal Manly
  • Publication number: 20200008335
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree, ‘FR1063’, originating as a whole tree mutation of the Malus domestica. This new variety is unique from other apple cultivars because of its coloring, flavor and ripening date.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Publication date: January 2, 2020
    Inventor: Frederic A. Rasch
  • Publication number: 20190313562
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and denominated SPINK754. The new variety exhibits an attractive and intense color, harvesting 1 to 2 weeks prior to the standard variety, and strong post-harvest preservation when grown under the conditions prevailing in the central valley of Chile.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2018
    Publication date: October 10, 2019
    Inventor: Alejandro Navarro
  • Publication number: 20190307035
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinctive variety of a Malus xdomestica apple tree named ‘NY109’, particularly characterized by its overall superior horticultural performance and consistency, including excellent fruit quality at harvest by having firm, juicy, high sugar and high acid and flavorful fruit with great potential for marketing as both a fresh apple and as value-added processed apple products, such as for hard and sweet cider and for baking, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2018
    Publication date: October 3, 2019
    Inventors: Susan Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Publication number: 20190281739
    Abstract: ‘Honeysuckle Rose #1-6’ is a new variety derived from ‘Simmons Gala’ characterized by a unique red tint extending into the flesh and a combination of crispness, a thick fruit skin, long stem, resistance to early fruit drop, resistance to fire blight, and late ripening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Publication date: September 12, 2019
    Inventors: Lee Elliott, Mary Elliott
  • Publication number: 20190269053
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) variety is provided that produces apples having a vivid red fruit skin color and good eating qualities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2018
    Publication date: August 29, 2019
    Inventor: Reinhard Kaneppele
  • Publication number: 20190269052
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of blueberry plant, which is denominated varietally as ‘NS 14-5’ is described, and which produces a fruit having a very large fruit size, a high fruit sweetness, a medium firmness fruit, a high fruit acidity, and displaying a small dry picking scar with a calyx depicting a strong star shape, and a high yield, when grown under the ecological conditions prevailing near Yanchep Springs, Yanchep, Western Australia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2018
    Publication date: August 29, 2019
    Applicant: Next Progeny Pty., Ltd.
    Inventor: Vincent David Mazzardis
  • Patent number: PP30659
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘ZOUK 16’ that is distinguished by its well-feathered tree with a bright green leaf-color and its pink-skinned bicolor fruit that is characterized as a dessert apple of premium quality and bright white flesh, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2019
    Assignee: Zouk B.V.B.A.
    Inventor: Johan Nicolaï
  • Patent number: PP30703
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘ZOUK 32’ that is distinguished by its medium-sized, well feathered tree that is high yielding and is tolerant to apple scab caused by Venturia inaequalis, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2019
    Assignee: Zouk B.V.B.A.
    Inventor: Johan Nicolaï
  • Patent number: PP30758
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree named ‘NY56’, particularly characterized by its overall horticultural performance and consistency including resistance to apple scab and excellent fruit quality at harvest by having crisp, juicy and flavorful fruit, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 30, 2019
    Assignee: CORNELL UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Susan Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP30847
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) late ripening, dessert variety that exhibits a columnar tree growth type, very narrow growth habit, Vf-resistance against scab, and bright red fruits having good taste and storability. The new variety is suitable for home apple growing as solitary trees or in groups to function as hedges. The new variety is also suitable for commercial apple production for the juice industry.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany AS CR, v.v.i. (UEB)
    Inventors: Radek Cerny, Jan Zima, Otto Louda, Jaroslav Tupy
  • Patent number: PP30848
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) late ripening, dessert variety that exhibits weak vigor, extensive branching, Vf-resistance against scab, and medium-sized, dark red fruits with rare russeting. The fruits of the new variety are very sweet with very low acidity and taste similar to tropical fruits.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 27, 2019
    Assignee: Institute of Experimental Botany AS CR, v.v.i. (UEB)
    Inventors: Radek Cerny, Jan Zima, Otto Louda, Jaroslav Tupy
  • Patent number: PP30862
    Abstract: ‘GS 66’ is a new apple tree variety notable for its fruit. Apples of ‘GS 66’ exhibit a shiny red overcolor, crisp juicy non-browning flesh, and resistance to bruising.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 2017
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Deutsches Obstsorten Konsortium GmbH
    Inventor: Gerhard Sundermeyer
  • Patent number: PP30863
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica (Borkh.) variety is provided that produces apples having a vivid red fruit skin color and good eating qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Feno GmbH
    Inventor: Reinhard Kaneppele
  • Patent number: PP30925
    Abstract: ‘Cherry Parfait #19’ is a new variety most notably characterized by its fruit. It has the combination of a pink color and a distinct citrus flavor having highlights of lemon, grapefruit, orange and mango. The fruit is firm and crisp, but easily broken apart between the cell walls of the fruit. The ‘Cherry Parfait #19’ is a ramified type of tree with a spreading tree habit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: STARK BRO'S NURSERIES & ORCHARDS CO.
    Inventors: Lee Elliott, Mary Elliott
  • Patent number: PP30978
    Abstract: ‘Honeysuckle Rose #1-6’ is a new variety derived from ‘Simmons Gala’ characterized by a unique red tint extending into the flesh and a combination of crispness, a thick fruit skin, long stem, resistance to early fruit drop, resistance to fire blight, and late ripening.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2019
    Inventors: Lee Elliott, Mary Elliott
  • Patent number: PP31145
    Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinctive variety of a Malus x domestica apple tree named ‘NY109’, particularly characterized by its overall superior horticultural performance and consistency, including excellent fruit quality at harvest by having firm, juicy, high sugar and high acid and flavorful fruit with great potential for marketing as both a fresh apple and as value-added processed apple products, such as for hard and sweet cider and for baking, is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2019
    Assignee: Cornell University
    Inventors: Susan Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP31287
    Abstract: A new apple tree named ‘Inobi’ notable for its attractive fruit, favorable organoleptic qualities and resistance to apple scab. Fruit of ‘Inobi’ is highly colored and has a long shelf life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2019
    Assignees: Novadi SARL, Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (INRA)
    Inventors: Christelle Pitiot, François Laurens
  • Patent number: PP31503
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple from a controlled cross of Huaguan x Honeycrisp that is distinctly different from its parents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 6, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2020
    Assignee: Regal Fruit International, LLC
    Inventor: Neal Manly
  • Patent number: PP31606
    Abstract: ‘Howell TC7’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its distinctive fruit, which has yellow-green skin with pink overcolor, red and white flesh and an appealing sweet/tart flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2020
    Assignee: Howell Fruit Advantage, LLC
    Inventor: William Edward Howell
  • Patent number: PP31933
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica variety that bears fruits having a red skin color and good eating and keeping qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2020
    Inventor: Michael Neumüller
  • Patent number: PP32159
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree named ‘TAKANO 7GO’ having a longer common storage duration of about one month even at an average temperature of about 20-25° C., balanced sweetness and acidity of the fruit, higher firmness of the flesh, and earlier harvest time (for example, from late August to early September in Japan).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2020
    Inventor: Tsuyoshi Takano
  • Patent number: PP32220
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree, ‘FR1063’, originating as a whole tree mutation of an unknown variety Malus domestica. This new variety is unique from other apple cultivars because of its coloring, flavor and ripening date.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Inventor: Frederic A Rasch
  • Patent number: PP32234
    Abstract: ‘Y103’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive dark pink and white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2020
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP32391
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh apple tree variety named ‘CIVM49’ is particularly characterized by resistance to scab. The tree has a very precocious bearing and medium vigor with high and constant productivity. The fruits are very attractive with uniform brilliant deep red color which covers the 80% of the surface. It has a very high eating quality, the flesh is crisp, juicy and tasty with high sweetness and medium-low acidity. Excellent storability and shelf life. Ripening time: 10/15 days after Gala.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: C.I.V.—CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI—SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli
  • Patent number: PP32392
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘IPADOR’, particularly characterized by an extreme long storability and shelf life, scab resistance, very good overcolor development and a strong aroma after storage.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Annemarie Auwerkerken
  • Patent number: PP32417
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh apple tree variety named ‘CIVPEAK’, particularly characterized by a medium overall vigor, spreading habit, and easy management. The fruit has a conical shape, and regular size. The skin is flushed and mottled with a purple-red overcolor on 80-90% of a yellow background surface. The flesh is very firm, crunchy, and juicy. The taste is balanced with a good level of acidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2018
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Assignee: C.I.V.—CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI—SOCIETA CONSORTILE A R.L.
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli
  • Patent number: PP32618
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree Malus domestica named ‘RDS’.‘RDS’ is a spontaneous limb mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Red’ and is distinguished by its early color development, a reddish brown current season wood growth on the sunny side, and a high level of red anthocyanin on the back of the leaf petiole and on young fruitlets. It is further distinguished by its strong bloom on fruit at maturity, a very dark intensity purple red hue of overcolor and a narrow stripe with solid flush having weakly defined stripes overcolor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 15, 2020
    Assignee: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Ashley Green, Brenton Green
  • Patent number: PP32702
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus x domestica apple tree named ‘NY73’, particularly characterized by its attractive fruit appearance, unique pink blush, overall superior horticultural performance and consistency, including excellent fruit quality at harvest by having firm, crisp, juicy, and flavorful fruit with great potential for marketing as both a fresh apple and in u-pick, retail, and wholesale operations is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 29, 2020
    Assignee: CORNELL UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Susan K. Brown, Kevin Maloney
  • Patent number: PP32720
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of Malus domestica named ‘HOT84A1’ and characterized by its attractive appearance, its dark red color, and is notable for its long storage life. The variety results from crossing the apple varieties ‘Scired’ (not patented) and ‘Scilate’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 20,477) in Havelock North, New Zealand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2021
    Assignees: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, Institut De Recerca I Tecnologia Agroalimentaries (IRTA), FruitFutur A.I.E.
    Inventors: Joan Bonany, Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP32850
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree (Malus domestica) named ‘Bella Rosa’. ‘Bella Rosa’ is a whole plant mutation of the variety ‘Cripps Pink’ and is distinguished by very early full pink-red color over the entire surface of the fruit, its spreading to drooping habit, and its solid flush color pattern.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 2, 2021
    Assignee: Fruit Varieties International Pty Ltd
    Inventor: Brendon Francis
  • Patent number: PP32877
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple tree from a controlled cross of Honeycrisp x CO-OP 39 that is distinctly different from its parents and other mid-season apples.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2020
    Date of Patent: March 9, 2021
    Assignee: Regal Fruit International, LLC
    Inventors: Neal Manly, Kenneth Adams
  • Patent number: PP32964
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree denominated ‘BABYLOVE’ produces high yield of fruits with small to very small size and round flattened shape, an orange red to red skin color, firm to very firm, and with exceptional eating quality; the fruit is further characterized by its good handling and storage qualities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 13, 2021
    Assignee: AGRO SELECTIONS FRUITS
    Inventors: Laurence Maillard, Arsène Maillard
  • Patent number: PP33113
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of ‘Honeycrisp’ apple tree named ‘SO 7’ originating as a whole tree mutation. This new variety is unique from its parent in the brighter red, highly colored fruit and bright red coloration of the petiole underside extending to the leaf midvein in a majority of leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2021
    Assignee: International Plant Management, Inc
    Inventor: Alton R Seaman
  • Patent number: PP33495
    Abstract: ‘Eastman’ is a new variety of apple tree discovered as a chance seedling. The fruit of ‘Eastman’ is notable for its attractive tri-color flesh.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Inventors: Rafe Douglas Ward, Nicole Elizabeth Ward
  • Patent number: PP33508
    Abstract: ‘R202’ apple tree is a new variety selected for its distinctive and flavorful red-and-white fleshed fruit, which is well-suited for the fresh market.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2019
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2021
    Assignee: IFO S.A.R.L.
    Inventor: Valérie Fouillet
  • Patent number: PP33545
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple tree named ‘PremA003’, the fruit of which is notable for its intense red skin color, large size and tender-crisp flesh texture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 4, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: Prevar Limited
    Inventor: Richard Volz
  • Patent number: PP33546
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of Malus x domestica Borkh. named ‘NJ150’ is provided. This variety is distinguished from other apple varieties by its unique combination of excellent production large, high quality aromatic fruit with an attractive red (RHS 53A) blush over a yellow (RHS 11C) ground color on trees that are highly tolerant to cedar apple rust (Gymnosporangium juniperiviriginianae) and apple scab (Venturia inaequalis) and have low susceptibility to fire blight.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 6, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2021
    Assignee: RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
    Inventors: Joseph C. Goffreda, Anna M. Voordeckers