Sport Of Gala Patents (Class PLT/162)
  • Publication number: 20230132406
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Apple tree named ‘GALA MGCP’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; after flower senescence, receptacles are reddish pink in color; relatively early fruit-coloring; numerous fruit produced per plant; and high quality fruits that are yellow in color heavily blushed with red.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2022
    Publication date: April 27, 2023
    Applicants: Boomkwerkerijen Gebr. Janssen B.V., Vissers Orchard & Nursery Inc.
    Inventors: Paulus Mathieu Jacobus Hermanus Janssen, Cornelis Aloysius Johannes Vissers
  • Publication number: 20200084931
    Abstract: ‘Temptation’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple variety. It was first selected for its intense red fruit. It is distinguished from its parent ‘Foxtrot’ and other Gala-type varieties by its large, intense red early-maturing fruit and its exceptional flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Publication date: March 12, 2020
    Applicant: Foxtrot Apples, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Wyles
  • Publication number: 20190159378
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica Mill. apple tree, named ‘ZOUK G1’ that is distinguished by its early ripening and good coloring characteristics, and by fruit that is striped and dark red in color with a sweet flavor and crisp texture, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2017
    Publication date: May 23, 2019
    Applicant: Zouk B.V.B.A.
    Inventor: Johan NICOLAÏ
  • Publication number: 20190082568
    Abstract: ‘GalaMic’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which attains a distinctive, deep purple color well before harvest. ‘GalaMic’ can be harvested in a single picking due to its early intense and even coloration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Publication date: March 14, 2019
    Applicant: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Publication number: 20190082569
    Abstract: ‘Gala 0502B’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which attains a distinctive, deep purple-red color well before harvest. ‘Gala 0502B’ can be harvested in a single picking due to its early intense and even coloration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Publication date: March 14, 2019
    Applicant: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Publication number: 20180352693
    Abstract: ‘Xeleven’ is a new and distinct apple tree notable for its semi-upright plant habit, red skin over color, scab resistance and mid-late timing of fruit ripening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 30, 2017
    Publication date: December 6, 2018
    Applicant: Red Moon, Sri
    Inventor: Jean-Luc Carrieres
  • Publication number: 20180077834
    Abstract: ‘Alpigala’ is a whole tree mutation of ‘Gala’, the fruit of which is notable for its early coloring, very dark overcolor, and strongly defined stripes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: March 15, 2018
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Thierry Clos
  • Publication number: 20180077833
    Abstract: ‘Gala Surf’ is a sport mutation of ‘Gala’. The fruit of ‘Gala Surf’ is notable for its early coloring and very dark purple red overcolor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: March 15, 2018
    Applicant: International Fruit Obtention(IFO) GIE
    Inventors: Frédéric Brisset, David Brisset
  • Publication number: 20180070508
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of a Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘RS103-110’that is distinguished by its medium vigor tree, fruit that matures immediately after ‘Royal Gala’, fruit that is small to medium in size with an obloid to globose shape and a foreground stripe that is dark red in color over a background that is yellow-green in color, fruit stem (pedicel) that can be very short and thick at the point of attachment to the spur, and resistance to apple scab, is disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: March 8, 2018
    Inventor: Aldo Zeppa
  • Publication number: 20170374775
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Borkh. apple tree named ‘GALA BIGBUCKS’, particularly characterized by its dark-red overcolor on 90-100% of fruit skin surface; foliage with distinct red midrib at harvest time; red/purple fruit stem; and intense red flower filament base.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2016
    Publication date: December 28, 2017
    Applicant: Pink Vein (Pty) Ltd.
    Inventors: Derek Alexander Corder, Peter John Nel, Anthony George Rawbone-Viljoen
  • Publication number: 20170034974
    Abstract: ‘RKD’ is a Gala-type apple tree distinguished by its early maturing and early full-coloring fruit.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 28, 2015
    Publication date: February 2, 2017
    Applicant: Callahan Orchards LLC
    Inventor: Richard Callahan
  • Publication number: 20170020044
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica named ‘Berica’ characterized by a bright pink colour with faint underline stripe fully filling in to block colour; more intensively visually apparent bright pink tones than any comparable early maturing apple varieties; foreground colour over 75% of fruit surface; pale lemon background colour; random ‘flecking’ exhibited to varying modest degrees in approximately 30% of fruits; early maturation; distinctive strong flavours and after-tastes; consistent and stable repeat cropping returning identical characteristics over an extended trial period; and retention and enhancement of bright colouration in long storage events.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Inventor: William John Edmund LYNCH
  • Publication number: 20170020043
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica named ‘Mondaju’ characterized by a bright rose pink colour; foreground colour over 75% of fruit surface; pale cheddar background colour; prominent lenticel spots over surface area; early maturation; distinctive strong flavours and after-tastes; consistent and stable repeat cropping returning identical characteristics over an extended trial period; and retention and enhancement of bright colouration in long storage events.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Publication date: January 19, 2017
    Inventor: William John Edmund Lynch
  • Publication number: 20160338235
    Abstract: ‘Gala 0502’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which is fully colored well before harvest, and has a distinctive solid purple-red overcolor. ‘Gala 0502’ can be harvested in a single picking.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 30, 2016
    Publication date: November 17, 2016
    Applicant: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Publication number: 20160174429
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘20/32/200’, particularly characterized by scab resistance (monogenic Vf), well-balanced sweet-sour taste, juicy and crisp fruit texture, good storability and shelf life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2015
    Publication date: June 16, 2016
    Applicant: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Hendrik Eyssen, Johan Keulemans, Johan Nicolai, Els Pauwels, Paul Van Laer
  • Publication number: 20160174428
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica apple tree named ‘KIZURI’, particularly characterized by very aromatic and sweet fruit with a solid, vibrant red flush, very firm with dense texture and very good storability.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2015
    Publication date: June 16, 2016
    Applicant: BETTER3FRUIT, N.V.
    Inventors: Inge De Wit, Hendrik Eyssen, Johan Keulemans, Johan Nicolaï, Paul Van Laer
  • Publication number: 20160088783
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala 2013’ variety is distinguished from the original mother plant ‘Gala Standard’ and other Gala varieties by an intense solid flush purple-red over-colour that covers 100% of the surface of all the fruits on the trees at harvesting time, an intense solid flush red colour of the fruits already 30 days before harvesting time, at full blooming the receptacle assumes a red coloration, the young fruits 40 days after full blooming are already red coloured, and the petiole and central vein are red coloured on the lower side of the fully expanded leaves.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventor: Alois Defranceschi
  • Publication number: 20150282400
    Abstract: ‘Galafab’ is a new and distinct variety of apple tree (Malus domestica Borkh). A mutation of ‘Gala’ (not patented), ‘Galafab’ is characterized by its intense red overcolor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Publication date: October 1, 2015
    Inventor: Lionel Fabre
  • Publication number: 20150150167
    Abstract: A new and distinctive variety of Malus domestica apple tree, named ‘Antietam Blush’ that is distinguished by its attractive fruit color and flavor, early harvest season that is different than its parents, and its moderate scion dwarfing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 20, 2014
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventors: Christopher S. Walsh, Julia M. Harshman
  • Publication number: 20140366231
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala Schnico red’ variety is distinguished by a unique combination of characteristics including an intensive red overcolor covering 100% of the fruit skin and a 30% higher number of lenticels per unit area on the fruit skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Andreas Gruber-Genetti, Thomas Braun, Walter Malleier
  • Publication number: 20140223620
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala Perathoner’ variety is distinguished from the original mother plant ‘Mitchgla’ cultivar and other Gala varieties by a unique combination of characteristics including intense striped red over-colour that covers 95 to 100% of the fruit surface with two types of stripes being evident: light and dark red stripes that are partially overlapped creating an original attractive pattern, and prominent lenticels.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 4, 2013
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: Griba Baumschulgenossenschaft Iandw. Gesellschaft
    Inventor: Siegfried Perathoner
  • Publication number: 20140082778
    Abstract: ‘Foxtrot’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple variety. It was first selected for its intense red fruit. It is distinguished from ‘Tenroy Gala’ and other Gala-type varieties by its large, intense red early-maturing fruit and its exceptional flavor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2012
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Inventor: Robert Wyles
  • Publication number: 20140047591
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Gala apple tree, Apple Tree named ‘B. Thome Gala,’ originating as a limb mutation of the Malus domestica variety of ‘Simmons’, (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 10,840). This new variety is unique from its parent and other Gala cultivars in the prominent wide striping of the fruit and the heavy pink coloration in the blossom bud and petals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Publication date: February 13, 2014
    Applicant: International Plant Management, Inc.
    Inventor: Bernard J. Thome
  • Publication number: 20130031682
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Gemini’ particularly characterized by medium vigorous tree with spreading habit. Highly productive with precocious fruit bearing. Resistant to scab, very low susceptibility to powdery mildew. The fruit is very attractive, big, larger than ‘Galaxy’ with a regular conical shape. The ground colour is green with a uniform brilliant ruby red blush, the area of over colour is very large. Not subject to cracking. The flesh is creamy, crispy, fresh and juicy with a slight acidity taste. The storage life is comparable to ‘Galaxy’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 29, 2011
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Publication number: 20130031683
    Abstract: A new and distinct Malus domestica Mill. apple tree variety named ‘Gaia’ particularly characterized by moderately vigorous tree with good habit. Highly productive with precocious fruit bearing. Resistant to scab. The fruit is big, larger than Gala, with a regular, rounded, slightly flattened shape. Less subject to cracking then Gala. Yellowish-green ground colour with striped red overcolour. The flesh is creamy, fine, crispy and juicy. The flavour is good, very sweet, similar to Galaxy but with a more intense aroma. Storage life comparable to Galaxy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2012
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli, Francesco Tagliani, Donata Azzolini, Pietro Castagnoli, Alessandro Castagnoli
  • Publication number: 20120210472
    Abstract: A new apple tree (Malus domestica Borkh) ‘Monalisa’ is described. ‘Monalisa’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple notable for its high resistance to scab and glomerella leaf spot, resistance to red spider mite, low chilling requirement and uniform red-purple skin color.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2011
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: Epagri - Empresa de Pesquisa e Extensao Rural de Santa Catarina S.A.
    Inventors: Anisio Pedro Camilo, Frederico Denardi
  • Publication number: 20120210473
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety is described. The variety results from a limb sport found in Nelson, New Zealand. The fruit of the apple tree of this new variety have an attractive appearance, with a high proportion of red coloration and areas of a darker red coloration in the form of a blush. This new variety is also characterised by an early harvest date and has been named ‘Southfield’.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 10, 2011
    Publication date: August 16, 2012
    Applicant: The New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited
    Inventor: Richard John Raymond Hoddy
  • Publication number: 20120131706
    Abstract: A new ‘Gala’-type apple variety named ‘Galiwa.’ The new variety is distinguished by its large orange-red fruit, high fruit sugar content, and resistance to scab.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: Agroscope Changins-Wadenswil
    Inventor: Markus Kellerhals
  • Publication number: 20120060246
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is denominated varietally as ‘Premier Star’ and which is mature for harvesting and shipment during the month of February under the ecological conditions prevailing near Hope, Nelson, New Zealand.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2010
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Inventors: Stephanie Buck, Arthur G. Buck
  • Patent number: PP22949
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of apple tree is described and which is denominated varietally as ‘Premier Star’ and which is mature for harvesting and shipment during the month of February under the ecological conditions prevailing near Hope, Nelson, New Zealand.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Assignee: Premier Star Limited
    Inventors: Stephanie Buck, Arthur G. Buck
  • Patent number: PP24639
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Gala apple tree, Apple Tree named ‘B. Thome Gala’, originating as a whole tree mutation of the Malus domestica variety of ‘Simmons’, (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 10,840). This new variety is unique from its parent and other Gala cultivars in the prominent wide striping of the fruit and the heavy pink coloration in the blossom bud and petals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Inventor: Bernard J Thome
  • Patent number: PP24664
    Abstract: ‘Foxtrot’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple variety. It was first selected for its intense red fruit. It is distinguished from ‘Tenroy Gala’ and other Gala-type varieties by its large, intense red early-maturing fruit and its exceptional flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 18, 2012
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Inventor: Robert Wyles
  • Patent number: PP25407
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala Perathoner’ variety is distinguished from the original mother plant ‘Mitchgla’ cultivar and other Gala varieties by a unique combination of characteristics including intense striped red over-colour that covers 95 to 100% of the fruit surface with two types of stripes being evident: light and dark red stripes that are partially overlapped creating an original attractive pattern, and prominent lenticels.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 4, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Griba Baumschulgenossenschaft Landw. Gesellschaft
    Inventor: Siegfried Perathoner
  • Patent number: PP27577
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala Schnico Red’ variety is distinguished by a unique combination of characteristics including an intensive red overcolor covering 100% of the fruit skin and a 30% higher number of lenticels per unit area on the fruit skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Schniga GmbH
    Inventors: Andreas Gruber-Genetti, Thomas Braun, Walter Malleier
  • Patent number: PP27867
    Abstract: A new and distinctive cultivar of Malus domestica ‘apple’, variety Gala, that is distinguished by the combination of the uniqueness of its fruit, bloom and harvest date differences.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 11, 2017
    Inventor: Brandon Lewis
  • Patent number: PP27978
    Abstract: Malus domestica Borkh ‘Gala 2013’ variety is distinguished from the original mother plant ‘Gala Standard’ and other Gala varieties by an intense solid flush purple-red over-colour that covers 100% of the surface of all the fruits on the trees at harvesting time, an intense solid flush red colour of the fruits already 30 days before harvesting time, at full blooming the receptacle assumes a red coloration, the young fruits 40 days after full blooming are already red coloured, and the petiole and central vein are red coloured on the lower side of the fully expanded leaves.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Date of Patent: May 9, 2017
    Assignee: GRIBA Baumschule Landwirtschaftliche Gesellschaft
    Inventor: Alois Defranceschi
  • Patent number: PP28235
    Abstract: ‘Gala 0502’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which is fully colored well before harvest, and has a distinctive solid purple-red overcolor. ‘Gala 0502’ can be harvested in a single picking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2017
    Assignee: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Patent number: PP28721
    Abstract: ‘RKD’ is a Gala-type apple tree distinguished by its early maturing and early full-coloring fruit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 28, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Inventor: Richard Callahan
  • Patent number: PP28885
    Abstract: ‘Galafab’ is a new and distinct variety of apple tree (Malus domestica Borkh). A mutation of ‘Gala’ (not patented), ‘Galafab’ is characterized by its intense red overcolor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: January 23, 2018
    Inventor: Lionel Fabre
  • Patent number: PP29365
    Abstract: ‘BIGBUCKS’ is a new and distinct variety of Gala apple, selected for its dark red over color on 90-100% of the fruit skin surface with a full blush. It is distinguished from its parent variety ‘Royal Gala’ (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,121) and other Gala varieties by its unique dark red full blush over color, red coloration of the stalk, and red coloration of the main vein on the lower side of the leaf.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 12, 2018
    Assignee: Pink Vein (Pty) Ltd.
    Inventors: Derek Alexander Corder, Peter John Nel, Anthony George Rawbone-Viljoen
  • Patent number: PP30009
    Abstract: ‘Gala Surf’ is a sport mutation of ‘Gala’. The fruit of ‘Gala Surf’ is notable for its early coloring and very dark purple red overcolor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2018
    Assignee: International Fruit Obtentións (IFO) GIE
    Inventors: Frédéric Brisset, David Brisset
  • Patent number: PP30061
    Abstract: ‘Alpigala’ is a whole tree mutation of ‘Gala’, the fruit of which is notable for its early coloring, very dark overcolor, and strongly defined stripes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2019
    Assignee: International Fruit Obtentions (IFO) GIE
    Inventor: Thierry Clos
  • Patent number: PP30351
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica named ‘Harley05’ characterized by a bright rose pink colour; foreground colour over 75% of fruit surface; mild cheddar background colour; prominent lenticel spots over surface area; early maturation; distinctive strong flavours and after-tastes; consistent and stable repeat cropping returning identical characteristics over an extended trial period; and retention and enhancement of bright colouration in long storage events.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: Fashion Foods Limited
    Inventor: William John Edmund Lynch
  • Patent number: PP30352
    Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Malus domestica named ‘Seaton99’ characterized by a bright pink colour with faint underline stripe fully filling in to block colour; more intensively visually apparent bright pink tones than any comparable early maturing apple varieties; foreground colour over 75% of fruit surface; mild cheddar background colour; random ‘flecking’ exhibited to varying modest degrees in approximately 30% of fruits; early maturation; distinctive strong flavours and after-tastes; consistent and stable repeat cropping returning identical characteristics over an extended trial period; and retention and enhancement of bright colouration in long storage events.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2019
    Assignee: Fashion Foods Limited
    Inventor: William John Edmund Lynch
  • Patent number: PP30511
    Abstract: ‘Gala 0502B’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which attains a distinctive, deep purple-red color well before harvest. ‘Gala 0502B’ can be harvested in a single picking due to its early intense and even coloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Assignee: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Patent number: PP30512
    Abstract: ‘GalaMic’ apple is ‘Gala’ sport notable for its fruit, which attains a distinctive, deep purple color well before harvest. ‘GalaMic’ can be harvested in a single picking due to its early intense and even coloration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 8, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2019
    Assignee: KIKU SRL GmbH
    Inventor: Jürgen Braun
  • Patent number: PP31443
    Abstract: ‘Temptation’ is a ‘Gala’-type apple variety. It was first selected for its intense red fruit. It is distinguished from its parent ‘Foxtrot’ and other Gala-type varieties by its large, intense red early-maturing fruit and its exceptional flavor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2018
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2020
    Assignee: Foxtrot Apples, LLC
    Inventor: Robert Wyles
  • Patent number: PP33385
    Abstract: ‘Bingo Gala’ is a new apple variety discovered as a spontaneous limb mutation of ‘Tenroy Gala’. The fruit of ‘Bingo Gala’ is notable for its attractive red overcolor, which consistently covers about eighty percent of the fruit surface. ‘Bingo Gala’ can be harvested in one pick.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2020
    Date of Patent: August 24, 2021
    Assignee: Golden Joy Bingo (Pty.) Ltd.
    Inventor: Jan Dawid Wiegman
  • Patent number: PP35312
    Abstract: A new and distinct apple variety of gala named ‘DRF 28 Cltv.’ is provided. This variety is distinguished from other apple varieties by its unique combination of finish and color as compared to other Galas in its season.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 15, 2023
    Assignee: ADAMS COUNTY NURSERY, INC.
    Inventor: John H. Baugher
  • Patent number: PP35454
    Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Apple tree named ‘GALA MGCP’, characterized by its upright to outwardly spreading plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; after flower senescence, receptacles are reddish pink in color; relatively early fruit-coloring; numerous fruit produced per plant; and high quality fruits that are yellow in color heavily blushed with red.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2022
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignees: BOOMKWEKERIJN GEBR. JANSSEN B.V., VISSERS ORCHARD & NURSERY INC.
    Inventors: Paulus Paulus Mathieu Jacobus Hermanus Janssen, Cornelis Aloysius Johannes Vissers