Strawberry Patents (Class PLT/208)
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Publication number: 20190124811Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria X ananassa), which originated from seed produced by a hand-pollinated cross between ‘FL 11.31-14’ and ‘FL 10-153’. The new strawberry, named ‘Florida Brilliance,’ can be distinguished at least by its high early and total yields; exceptional fruit shape and firmness; and balanced flavor when grown in West Central Florida or other regions that have a climate similar to that of West Central Florida.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2017Publication date: April 25, 2019Inventor: Vance M. Whitaker
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Publication number: 20190110385Abstract: A new day-neutral strawberry plant named ‘A13-71’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: April 11, 2019Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20190069456Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct June-bearing (short day responsive) strawberry plant named ‘Archer’ primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the west central New York and other regions of similar climate. The plant is botanically known as Fragaria x ananassa Duch. The new plant is primarily characterized by strong vigor, longer than broad fruit, wide rounded conical fruit shape, very large primary fruit with a prominent internal cavity, uniformly large secondary and tertiary fruit, uniformity in shape between primary, secondary fruit and tertiary fruit, reflexed calyx, and intense red fruit color externally and internally.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2017Publication date: February 28, 2019Inventor: Courtney A. Weber
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Publication number: 20190069457Abstract: The present invention provides new and distinct strawberry plants designated as ‘Caprice’ (a.k.a. ‘109862’) and ‘Victor’ (a.k.a. ‘102850’).Type: ApplicationFiled: August 23, 2018Publication date: February 28, 2019Inventor: John Larse
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Publication number: 20190037752Abstract: The present invention provides a new and distinct strawberry plant designated as ‘Fresa Rica FNM’, which originate from seed produced by manual cross between ‘E64’ and ‘86N’. The new strawberry is a day-neutral with a long, conical, glossy and a light red colour fruit. This new strawberry is characterized by a fruit of excellent quality, long shelf-life and high value of Brix degrees.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2018Publication date: January 31, 2019Inventor: Antonio Refoyo Piriz
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Publication number: 20180376637Abstract: A new short-day strawberry plant named ‘EMS 1415’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20180376639Abstract: A new short-day strawberry plant named ‘EMS 1326’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20180376638Abstract: A new short-day strawberry plant named ‘EMS 1372’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20180376641Abstract: A new short-day strawberry plant named ‘EMS 1329’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20180376640Abstract: A new short-day strawberry plant named ‘EMS 1409’ is disclosed, with exceptional yield and flavor characteristics.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 31, 2018Publication date: December 27, 2018Inventor: Enrique Masiá Serrador
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Publication number: 20180338400Abstract: The present invention provides a new and distinct strawberry variety designated as ‘Preakness’ (a.k.a. ‘108965’).Type: ApplicationFiled: June 28, 2017Publication date: November 22, 2018Inventor: John Larse
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Publication number: 20180324993Abstract: The present invention provides new and distinct strawberry plant designated as ‘Octavia’ (a.k.a. ‘108991’).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2018Publication date: November 8, 2018Inventor: John Larse
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Publication number: 20180324992Abstract: The present invention provides new and distinct strawberry plant designated as ‘Alice’ (a.k.a. ‘109180’).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 4, 2018Publication date: November 8, 2018Inventor: John Larse
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Publication number: 20180295762Abstract: The invention relates to new strawberry cultivars (Fragaria×ananassa Duch.) which have distinct disease/pathogen resistance, yield, appearance, size, and firmness, and which display desirable plant and fruit qualities.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 7, 2018Publication date: October 11, 2018Applicant: The Regents of the University of CaliforniaInventors: Douglas V. SHAW, Kirk D. LARSON
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Publication number: 20180213697Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Allegro’, characterized by its compact and upright plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; uniform and early fruit ripening; medium-sized ovoid fruits that are moderately glossy and red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and moderate resistance to Phytophthora cactorum.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2017Publication date: July 26, 2018Applicant: FRESH FORWARD HOLDING B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Publication number: 20180160591Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria×ananassa), which originated from seed produced by a hand-pollinated cross between AU 2010-119 and ‘Florida Radiance’. The new strawberry, named ‘Florida Beauty’, is distinguished by its compact growth habit; steady yield; fruit that are exceptionally and consistently well-shaped, bright medium-red, and having an exceptional, balanced flavor when grown in west central Florida or other areas that have a subtropical climate similar to that of west central Florida.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2016Publication date: June 7, 2018Inventors: Vance M. Whitaker, Mark Herrington
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Publication number: 20180124974Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘NF 195B’ particularly characterized by having very large fruit with a conical shape and mid-season harvest maturity, is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 21, 2017Publication date: May 3, 2018Inventor: Danilo Bernardini
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Publication number: 20180098472Abstract: A new and distinct short day Mediterranean cultivar of strawberry plant named ‘SRV36’ that is characterized by its semi-upright, compact and moderately dense growth habit, its conical shaped berries that are uniformly large to medium in size, its berries with very firm skin and moderately juicy, firm flesh, its berries that are moderately to highly glossy and bright red in color, its vigorous growth with substantial fruit yield, its short day fruiting habit with early season production, its excellent tolerance to fruit skin damage caused by bruising, its slight to moderate petiole pubescence, and its tolerance to Botryotinia cinerea and slight susceptibility to Podosphaera leucotricha (powdery mildew).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 26, 2017Publication date: April 5, 2018Inventor: Peter Edward Vinson
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Publication number: 20180027712Abstract: Descried herein is a new and distinct strawberry variety with varietal denomination ‘Planasa 0955’, characterized by a combination of traits which include, but are not limited to, inflorescence that appears level with the foliage, larger size of calyx relative to corolla and abundant production of medium to large-sized medium red colored, conical shaped, and firm fruits, with orange red colored flesh, with medium time of flowering and ripening. ‘Planasa 0955’ is a not remontant variety.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 17, 2017Publication date: January 25, 2018Inventor: Alexandre Pierron-Darbonne
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Publication number: 20170332533Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘P061103V’, characterized by its semi-upright plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; uniform fruit ripening; large conical fruits that are glossy and bright red in color with seeds positioned below the surface; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; good fruit postharvest longevity; long flowering and fruit harvesting period; low susceptibility to Podosphaera aphanis (powdery mildew) and Phytophthora cactorum and low level of attractiveness to mites and thrips.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2016Publication date: November 16, 2017Applicant: VISSERS AMERICA B.V.Inventors: GERARDUS THEODORUS MARIA VISSERS, HUBERTUS ANTONIUS MARIA KONINGS, JOHANNES THEODORUS ALBERT MARIE OBERS
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Publication number: 20170332532Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Opera’, characterized by its compact and semi-upright plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; uniform fruit ripening; large broadly rounded to conical fruits that are glossy and red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and moderately resistant to Verticillium dahliae and Phytophthora cactorum.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 11, 2016Publication date: November 16, 2017Applicant: FRESH FORWARD HOLDING B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Publication number: 20170280603Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFifty’ particularly characterized by having medium-sized, dark orange-red fruit, a globose semi-upright plant habit, and mid-season harvest maturity, is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2016Publication date: September 28, 2017Inventors: Matthias D. Vitten, Raúl Fernández Sánchez, Carlos D. Fear, Katalin Pakozdi
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Publication number: 20170172038Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Yambu’, characterized by its compact and semi-upright plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; uniform fruit ripening; large conical fruits that are glossy and orange red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; fruits with relatively few seeds; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and relative resistance to Botrytis cinerea and Phytophthora cactorum.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 15, 2015Publication date: June 15, 2017Applicant: Fresh Forward Holding B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Publication number: 20170142881Abstract: The invention relates to new strawberry cultivars (Fragaria×ananassa Duch.) which have distinct disease/pathogen resistance, yield, appearance, size, and firmness, and which display desirable plant and fruit qualities.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 6, 2016Publication date: May 18, 2017Applicant: The Regents of the University of CaliforniaInventors: Douglas V. SHAW, Kirk D. LARSON
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Publication number: 20170127587Abstract: Described herein is a new and distinct strawberry variety with varietal denomination ‘Planasa 0949’, characterized by a combination of traits which include, but are not limited to, inflorescence that appears level with the foliage, larger size of calyx relative to corolla and abundant production of medium-sized red colored, conical shaped, and firm fruits, with orange red colored flesh, with early time of flowering and ripening. ‘Planasa 0949’ is a not remontant variety.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 16, 2016Publication date: May 4, 2017Inventor: Alexandre Pierron-Darbonne
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Publication number: 20170071085Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘BG-6.3016’. This new strawberry plant named ‘BG-6.3016’ is primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the central coast of California, and is primarily characterized by its fruit that tends to be longer than broad, very slight difference in shape between primary and secondary fruit, strong gloss, very firm fruit flesh, early season fruit production, and medium to long fruiting trusses.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 4, 2015Publication date: March 9, 2017Applicant: Berry Genetics, Inc.Inventors: Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Leo W. Stoeckle
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Patent number: PP27711Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFortySix’ particularly characterized by medium red, sweet fruit, a globose—semi-upright plant habit, and early harvest maturity, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: April 10, 2015Date of Patent: February 28, 2017Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Matthias D. Vitten, Carlos D. Fear, Katalin Pakozdi
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Patent number: PP27813Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFortySeven’ particularly characterized by having large, dark red, sweet fruit, a globose—semi-upright plant habit, and resistance to Tetranychus urticae, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: July 15, 2015Date of Patent: March 28, 2017Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Michael D. Ferguson, Terrance C. Moran, Josefa Lagunas
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Patent number: PP28048Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Yambu’, characterized by its compact and semi-upright plant habit; moderately vigorous growth habit; uniform fruit ripening; large conical fruits that are glossy and orange red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; fruits with relatively few seeds; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and relative resistance to Botrytis cinerea and Phytophthora cactorum.Type: GrantFiled: December 15, 2015Date of Patent: May 23, 2017Assignee: Fresh Forward Holding B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Patent number: PP28081Abstract: A new and distinct short-day strawberry plant is provided. Attractive early-ripening substantially uniform medium red primarily conical to slightly rhomboid fruit having a firm flesh is formed in good yield that is longer than broad in configuration. White inflorescence is formed on an early basis that tends to be disposed above the foliage. A calyx commonly is displayed that extends slightly beyond the corolla when open. A semi-dense semi-upright growth habit is displayed.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2015Date of Patent: June 6, 2017Assignee: NOVA SIRI GENETICS S. R. L.Inventor: Nicola Tufaro
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Patent number: PP28220Abstract: A new and distinct short-day strawberry plant is provided. Attractive semi-early ripening substantially uniform medium red generally cordate fruit having a firm flesh is formed in good yield that is longer than broad in configuration. White inflorescence is formed on a semi-early basis that tends to be disposed above the foliage. A calyx commonly is displayed that is substantially equal to the diameter of the corolla when open. A semi-dense upright growth habit is displayed.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2015Date of Patent: July 25, 2017Assignee: Nova Siri Genetics S.R.L.Inventor: Nicola Tufaro
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Patent number: PP28755Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘BG-6.3016’. This new strawberry plant named ‘BG-6.3016’ is primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the central coast of California, and is primarily characterized by its fruit that tends to be longer than broad, very slight difference in shape between primary and secondary fruit, strong gloss, very firm fruit flesh, early season fruit production, and medium to long fruiting trusses.Type: GrantFiled: September 4, 2015Date of Patent: December 12, 2017Assignee: Berry Genetics, Inc.Inventors: Steven D. Nelson, Michael D. Nelson, Leo W. Stoeckle
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Patent number: PP28834Abstract: Described herein is a new and distinct strawberry variety with varietal denomination ‘Planasa 0949’, characterized by a combination of traits which include, but are not limited to, inflorescence that appears level with the foliage, larger size of calyx relative to corolla and abundant production of medium-sized red colored, conical shaped, and firm fruits, with orange red colored flesh, with early time of flowering and ripening. ‘Planasa 0949’ is a not remontant variety.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2016Date of Patent: January 2, 2018Assignee: PLANTAS DE NAVARRA, S.A.Inventor: Alexandre Pierron-Darbonne
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Patent number: PP28935Abstract: A new and distinct short day Mediterranean cultivar of strawberry plant named ‘SWV 25’ that is characterized by its early to mid-season berry crop, its compact and semi-upright plant habit, its moderate growth rate, berries that are medium red in color, conical in shape, uniform and medium to large in size, its berries with skin that is very firm with a highly glossy surface in texture and firm flesh with resistance to bruising, its fruit that is low in acid with a consistent level of sugars and an excellent eating quality, and its high fruit yield.Type: GrantFiled: September 15, 2016Date of Patent: February 6, 2018Assignee: EDWARD VINSON LTD.Inventors: Peter Edward Vinson, Ilona Eva McCarthy, Simon Peter Warren
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Patent number: PP29289Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFifty’ particularly characterized by having medium-sized, dark orange-red fruit, a globose-semi-upright plant habit, and mid-season harvest maturity, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2016Date of Patent: May 15, 2018Assignee: DRISCOLL'S, INC.Inventors: Matthias D. Vitten, Raúl Fernández Sánchez, Carlos D. Fear, Katalin Pakozdi
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Patent number: PP29370Abstract: This invention relates to new and distinct cultivar of strawberry plant named ‘Marys Peak’. The new cultivar is primarily characterized by its mid-late season ripening, and its firm medium-large, conical to slight wedge shaped fruit that have excellent processing characteristics including red internal and external color, sweet flavor, and easy calyx removal, as well as vigorous, upright and open plants that are productive and efficiently hand-harvested.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2016Date of Patent: June 12, 2018Assignee: The United States of America, as Represented by the Secretary of AgricultureInventor: Chad E Finn
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Patent number: PP29441Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Opera’, characterized by its compact and semi-upright plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; uniform fruit ripening; large broadly rounded to conical fruits that are glossy and red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and moderately resistant to Verticillium dahliae and Phytophthora cactorum.Type: GrantFiled: May 11, 2016Date of Patent: July 3, 2018Assignee: FRESH FORWARD HOLDING B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Patent number: PP29728Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFiftySeven’ particularly characterized by its pink fruit flesh, medium fruit size, and very aromatic fruit, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2017Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Philip J. Stewart, JoAnne F. Coss, Amy Marie Edmondson, Iana Kostina
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Patent number: PP29729Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFiftyTwo’ particularly characterized by its compact plant habit, early production, and high yield, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2017Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Esther Kibbe, Philip J. Stewart
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Patent number: PP29730Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFiftyOne’ particularly characterized by its high yield, rain tolerance, and large fruit size with better flavor than its parents, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 26, 2017Date of Patent: October 9, 2018Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Esther Kibbe, Philip J. Stewart
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Patent number: PP29747Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFiftyFive’ particularly characterized by its uniform fruit shape, large and uniform fruit size, and great flavor, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2017Date of Patent: October 16, 2018Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Matthias D. Vitten, Katalin Pakozdi, Carlos D. Fear, Katarzyna Blake
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Patent number: PP29748Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘DrisStrawFiftyFour’ particularly characterized by its productivity, medium fruit with a vibrant orange-red color, and firm fruit with a heart shape, is disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2017Date of Patent: October 16, 2018Assignee: Driscoll's, Inc.Inventors: Matthias D. Vitten, Carlos D. Fear, Katalin Pakozdi
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Patent number: PP29793Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct variety of strawberry plant named ‘CIVN260’. This new strawberry plant named ‘CIVN260’ is primarily adapted high chill growing conditions, and is primarily characterized by its plants with erect leaves and visible, easy to collect fruits; fruits with regular and conical shape; easy pollination; excellent consistency; and great taste with high sugar content and aroma.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2017Date of Patent: November 6, 2018Assignee: C.I.V.—CONSORZIO ITALIANO VIVAISTI—SOCIETÀ CONSORTILE A R.L.Inventors: Michelangelo Leis, Alessio Martinelli
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Patent number: PP29964Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Strawberry plant named ‘Allegro’, characterized by its compact and upright plant habit; moderately vigorous to vigorous growth habit; uniform and early fruit ripening; medium-sized ovoid fruits that are moderately glossy and red in color; pleasant fruit aroma and taste; excellent fruit postharvest longevity; and moderate resistance to Phytophthora cactorum.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2017Date of Patent: December 11, 2018Assignee: Fresh Forward Holding B.V.Inventor: Egbertus Joseph Meulenbroek
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Patent number: PP30213Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct June-bearing (short day responsive) strawberry plant named ‘Archer’ primarily adapted to the growing conditions of the west central New York and other regions of similar climate. The plant is botanically known as Fragaria x ananassa Duch. The new plant is primarily characterized by strong vigor, longer than broad fruit, wide rounded conical fruit shape, very large primary fruit with a prominent internal cavity, uniformly large secondary and tertiary fruit, uniformity in shape between primary, secondary fruit and tertiary fruit, reflexed calyx, and intense red fruit color externally and internally.Type: GrantFiled: August 31, 2017Date of Patent: February 19, 2019Assignee: Cornell UniversityInventor: Courtney A. Weber
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Patent number: PP30354Abstract: A new and distinct short day Mediterranean cultivar of strawberry plant named ‘SRV36’ that is characterized by its semi-upright, compact and moderately dense growth habit, its conical shaped berries that are uniformly large to medium in size, its berries with very firm skin and moderately juicy, firm flesh, its berries that are moderately to highly glossy and bright red in color, its vigorous growth with substantial fruit yield, its short day fruiting habit with early season production, its excellent tolerance to fruit skin damage caused by bruising, its slight to moderate petiole pubescence, and its tolerance to Botryotinia cinerea and slight susceptibility to Podosphaera leucotricha (powdery mildew).Type: GrantFiled: September 26, 2017Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: EDWARD VINSON LIMITEDInventor: Peter Edward Vinson
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Patent number: PP30426Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry plant (Fragaria x ananassa) named ‘Sangria’ is presented here. This new short-day strawberry variety is characterized by a medium vigor plant which produces large, attractive, semi-glossy, long conical to occasionally wedge-shaped berries with a sweet strawberry flavor and a desirable lighter red color in the interior and exterior. ‘Sangria’ is firmer than its parents, allowing for better transport. While still rare, this variety does tend to have a higher than usual propensity to have leaves with four leaflets as compared with other varieties. The variety, while short-day, is partially remontant in cool coastal environments of California.Type: GrantFiled: January 3, 2018Date of Patent: April 23, 2019Assignee: Lassen Canyon Nursery, Inc.Inventor: Jimmy Haig Bagdasarian
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Patent number: PP30542Abstract: Descried herein is a new and distinct strawberry variety with varietal denomination ‘Planasa 0955’, characterized by a combination of traits which include, but are not limited to, inflorescence that appears level with the foliage, larger size of calyx relative to corolla and abundant production of medium to large-sized medium red colored, conical shaped, and firm fruits, with orange red colored flesh, with medium time of flowering and ripening. ‘Planasa 0955’ is a not remontant variety.Type: GrantFiled: July 17, 2017Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Assignee: PLANTAS DE NAVARRA, S.A.Inventor: Alexandre Pierron-Darbonne
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Patent number: PP30564Abstract: A new and distinct variety of strawberry (Fragaria X ananassa), which originated from seed produced by a hand-pollinated cross between ‘FL 11.31-14’ and ‘FL 10-153’. The new strawberry, named ‘Florida Brilliance’, can be distinguished at least by its high early and total yields; exceptional fruit shape and firmness; and balanced flavor when grown in West Central Florida or other regions that have a climate similar to that of West Central Florida.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2017Date of Patent: June 11, 2019Assignee: Florida Foundation Seed Producers, Inc.Inventor: Vance M. Whitaker
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Patent number: PP30578Abstract: This invention relates to a new and distinct cultivar of strawberry named ‘Keepsake’. The new cultivar is primarily characterized by the superior shelf life of the fruit and by the sweetness of the fruit.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2018Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of AgricultureInventors: Kimberly S. Lewers, John M. Enns