ГЕРБИЦИДНАЯ КОМПОЗИЦИЯ И СПОСОБ КОНТРОЛЯ РОСТА РАСТЕНИЙ

Описывается гербицидная композиция, содержащая глифосат или его соли и салицилат при следующем соотношении компонентов, об.%: глифосат или его соли 0,04-0,20, салицилат 0,08-5,00, а также способ контроля роста растений. Техническим результатом изобретения является: (1) уменьшение количества гербицида, требуемого для эффективной обработки, (2) сокращение времени между применением гербицида и уничтожением растения и (3) увеличение эффективности глифосата и его солей для предотвращения развития сорняков, устойчивых к воздействию гербицидов. 2 н. и 6 з.п. ф-лы, 5 табл.

МОДИФИЦИРОВАННЫЕ ИНГИБИТОРЫ ПРОТЕИНАЗЫ

Изобретение относится к биотехнологии и может быть использовано в селекции организмов, например растений. Цистатиновый ингибитор протеиназы (оризацистатин 1), имеющий делецию аспарагиновой кислоты в положении 86, и гибридный ингибитор протеиназы, включающий цистатин и ингибитор протеиназы, используют для борьбы с патогенами, паразитами или вредителями. Трансформация организма молекулой ДНК, кодирующей ингибиторы протеиназы, придает ему устойчивость к протеолитическому расщеплению. Ингибиторы протеиназ могут быть также получены с использованием праймеров. 7 с. и 11 з.п. ф-лы, 6 ил., 4 табл.

ГЕРБИЦИДНАЯ КОМПОЗИЦИЯ И СПОСОБ БОРЬБЫ С СОРНЯКАМИ

Описываются композиция селективного гербицидного действия, которая в качестве активного компонента содержит смесь а) гербицидно эффективного количества соединения формулы (I) или его агрономически приемлемой соли и б) синергетически эффективного количества соединения, выбранного из глуфосината, глифосата и его калиевой, изопропиламмониевой, натриевой, тримезиевой, аммониевой и диаммониевой соли, и способ борьбы с ростом нежелательных растений в культурах полезных растений, использующий указанную композицию. 2 н. и 2 з.п. ф-лы.

ЧАСТИЦЫ С БИОЦИДНЫМ ПОКРЫТИЕМ

Изобретение относится к способам получения пористых частиц с покрытием. Предложен способ получения пористых частиц, включающий следующие стадии: (а) обеспечение водной суспензии, содержащей полиамин, сшивающий агент и пористый органический материал-носитель в форме частиц, при температуре ниже и равной 10°С в смесителе для покрытия органического материала-носителя полиамином; (b) сшивание полиамина и одновременное удаление воды. Предложены также пористые частицы, полученные предложенным способом, и варианты их применения. Технический результат - получение стабильных и негорючих абсорбирующих материалов для удаления тяжелых металлов, ионов кислот и бактерий. 5 н. и 5 з.п. ф-лы, 7 ил., 1 табл., 9 пр.

ФУНГИЦИДНАЯ КОМПОЗИЦИЯ

Изобретение относится к сельскому хозяйству. Осуществляют контроль фитопатогенных заболеваний полезных растений или материала для их размножения, который путем применения к полезным растениям, их месторасположению или к материалу для их размножения комбинации компонентов (А) и (В) в синергически эффективном количестве. Компонент (А) представляет собой метокси-[1-метил-2-(2,4,6-трихлорфенил)-этил]-амид 3-дифторметил-1-метил-1Н-пиразол-4-карбоновой кислоты и агрохимически приемлемые соли/изомеры/структурные изомеры/стереоизомеры/диастереоизомеры/энантиомеры/таутомеры и N-оксиды такого соединения. Компонент (В) представляет собой соединение, выбранное из группы, состоящей из (B1) стробилуринового фунгицида, (B2) азолового фунгицида, (B3) анилинопиримидинового фунгицида, (B4) фунгицида флуазинама, (B5) изопиразама и соединения формулы (VII)Изобретение позволяет повысит эффективность контроля фитопатогенных заболеваний. 3 н. и 10 з.п. ф-лы, 2 табл.

ВВОДИМЫЕ ЧЕРЕЗ КОЖУ ФОРМЫ ПРЕПАРАТОВ ПАРАЗИТИЦИДОВ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЕ ВОДУ

Изобретение касается содержащих воду препаратов для борьбы с паразитирующими насекомыми у животных путем воздействия через кожу с помощью агонистов или антагонистов никотинэргических ацетилхолиновых рецепторов насекомых следующего состава: а) агонисты или антагонисты никотинэргических ацетилхолиновых рецепторов насекомых в концентрации от 1 до 20 вес.% применительно к общему весу препарата; б) вода в концентрации от 2,5 до 15 вес.%, применительно к общему весу препарата; в) растворитель из группы спиртов или при определенных обстоятельствах замещенные пирролидоны в концентрации, как минимум, 20 вес.%, применительно к общему весу препарата; г) растворители из группы циклических карбонатов или лактонов в концентрации от 5 до 50 вес.%, применительно к общему весу препарата. Состав препарата обеспечивает повышение растворимости агониста/антагониста никотинэргических ацетилхолиновых рецепторов насекомых. 7 з.п. ф-лы, 5 табл.

ГЕРБИЦИДНЫЕ СРЕДСТВА И СПОСОБ БОРЬБЫ С СОРНЯКАМИ

Описывается гербицидное средство, содержащее (А) соединение формулы (I) где V означает остаток из группы (V2)-(V3): R2 означает атом водорода, алкил с 1-4 атомами углерода или алкоксил с 1-4 атомами углерода; R3 означает атом водорода или алкилсульфонил с 1-4 атомами углерода; R4 означает метил, этил или н-пропил; R6 означает гидроксил; m означает О; и Z означает остаток (ZI): , где R9 одинаковые или разные, означают галоген, галогеналкил с 1-4 атомами углерода, галогеналкоксиалкил с 1-4 атомами углерода в галогеналкоксильной части и 1-4 атомами углерода в алкильной части, алкилсульфонил с 1-4 атомами углерода или 4,5-дигидроизоксазол-3-ил, замещенный цианометилом; q означает 2 или 3; и (Б) поверхностно-активное вещество формулы (II): причем компоненты (А) и (В) взяты в синергетически эффективном соотношении. Описывается также способ борьбы с сорняками. Предлагаемые гербицидные средства обладают гербицидной активностью против широкого спектра экономически важных однодольных и двудольных ...

ПРОТИВОМИКРОБНЫЙ СОСТАВ

Изобретение относится к противомикробной композиции, пригодной для обработки кормов. Противомикробная композиция содержит 50-90 вес.% одной или смеси органических кислот С-Сна основе общего веса, 5-30 вес.% 2-пентеналя, транс-2-гексеналя или их смеси на основе общего веса и воду. Композиция дополнительно может содержать на основе общего веса 0,5-7 вес.% терпенов, 0,5-10 вес.% поверхностно-активного вещества. Органическая кислота может быть выбрана из группы, включающей уксусную кислоту, масляную кислоту, пропионовую кислоту, молочную кислоту, пеларгоновую кислоту и их смеси. Поверхностно-активное вещество может представлять собой поверхностно-активное вещество на основе этоксилированного касторового масла с гидрофильно-липофильным балансом от 4 до 18. Терпен может быть выбран из группы, включающей аллилдисульфид, цитраль, пинен, нерол, гераниол, карвакрол, эвгенол, карвон, анетол, камфору, ментол, лимонен, фарнезол, каротин, тимол, борнеол, мирцен, терпенен, линалоол и их смеси. Способ ...

СПОСОБ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ СТИМУЛЯТОРА РОСТА РАСТЕНИЙ

Изобретение относится к стимуляторам роста растений из лигноцеллюлозного сырья. Лигноцеллюлозное сырье смешивают с водой в расчете от 5,0 до 100,0 г воды на 1 г сырья. Добавляют к полученной смеси катализатор окисления, представляющий собой суспензию дисперсного оксида или гидроксида железа (III) в расчете от 0,01 до 1,0 г исходного гексагидрата хлорида железа на 1 г сырья, и раствор пероксида водорода в расчете от 0,005 до 10,0 г пероксида водорода на 1 г сырья. Осуществляют перемешивание образованной реакционной смеси при температуре 20°С-60°С в течение 4-12 часов при скорости перемешивания 60-300 об/мин. Полученный продукт разделяют на жидкую и твердую фазы. Жидкую фазу, представляющую собой целевой продукт, используют либо непосредственно в жидком виде, либо в сухом виде после ее выпаривания. Обеспечивается получение стимулятора роста растений из доступного лигноцеллюлозного сырья с одновременным снижением расхода реагентов для обработки сырья и сокращение расхода энергии на обработку ...

МОЛЛЮСКОЦИДНАЯ КОМПОЗИЦИЯ

Изобретение относится к сельскому хозяйству, а именно к моллюскоцидной композиции в форме пищевой приманки, содержащей по меньшей мере один моллюскоцидный агент и гуминовую кислоту в количестве от 1 до 30 % по массе. Изобретение также относится к способу получения такой композиции, моллюскоцидной дозированной форме, содержащей такую композицию, а также к способу и применению такой моллюскоцидной композиции или моллюскоцидной дозированной формы для долговременной борьбы с моллюсками в сельском хозяйстве, растениеводстве и/или садоводстве. Предлагаемая моллюскоцидная композиция демонстрирует превосходную эффективность в отношении приманивания и борьбы с моллюсками. 6 н. и 7 з.п. ф-лы, 8 табл., 3 пр.

ВОДНЫЕ КОНЦЕНТРАТЫ ПЕСТИЦИДОВ, СОДЕРЖАЩИЕ ПАРАФИНОВЫЕ МАСЛА, И СПОСОБЫ ИХ ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ

ПЕСТИЦИДНЫЕ КОМПОЗИЦИИ И СВЯЗАННЫЕ С НИМ СПОСОБЫ

УПАКОВКА С БИОЦИДНЫМИ СВОЙСТВАМИ ДЛЯ КОСМЕТИЧЕСКИХ СРЕДСТВ И ПРОДУКТОВ ПИТАНИЯ

... 1. Упаковка с биоцидными свойствами, эффективная для уничтожения клеток, содержащая, по меньшей мере, один заряженный полимер, отличающаяся тем, что указанный заряженный полимер в условиях контакта с водосодержащей средой: ! а. содержит сильнокислотные и/или сильноосновные функциональные группы; !b. имеет значение рН меньше примерно 4,5 или больше примерно 8,0; ! с. обладает способностью генерировать поверхностный электрический потенциал внутри замкнутого объема указанной клетки, достаточный для эффективного нарушения гомеостаза рН и/или электрического баланса внутри указанного замкнутого объема указанной клетки; и !d. находится в форме, выбранной из группы, включающей (i) H+-форму и (ii) OH--форму; ! причем указанный заряженный полимер способен сохранять рН окружающей среды указанных клеток. ! 2. Упаковка по п.1, дополнительно отличающаяся тем, что, когда указанные функциональные группы доступны для воды, указанная упаковка имеет буферную емкость примерно от 20 до примерно 100 ммоль Н+ ...

КОМПОЗИЦИЯ ДЛЯ ПОЛУЧЕНИЯ РАСТИТЕЛЬНОГО ОРГАНИЗМА С УЛУЧШЕННЫМ СОДЕРЖАНИЕМ САХАРА И ЕЕ ПРИМЕНЕНИЕ

... 1. Композиция для получения растительного организма с улучшенным содержанием сахара, содержащая вещество (за исключением перекиси водорода), регулирующее окислительно-восстановительное состояние клетки. ! 2. Композиция по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что указанное вещество представляет собой глутатион, полинуклеотид, кодирующий γ-глутамилцистеин синтетазу, или полинуклеотид, кодирующий глутатион-связывающую фруктозо-1,6-дисроссрат альдолазу пластидного типа. ! 3. Композиция по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что указанное вещество представляет собой окисленный глутатион. ! 4. Набор для получения растительного организма с улучшенным содержанием сахара, включающий вещество (за исключением перекиси водорода), регулирующее окислительно-восстановительное состояние клетки. ! 5. Способ получения растительного организма с улучшенным содержанием сахара, включающий стадию культивирования растительного организма с использованием вещества (кроме перекиси водорода), регулирующего окислительно-восстановительное состояние ...

КОМПОЗИЦИЯ КОНСЕРВАНТА ДЛЯ ДРЕВЕСИНЫ НА ОСНОВЕ МОДИФИЦИРОВАННОГО ЛИГНИНА

Изобретение относится к средствам и материалам для обработки древесины. Способ получения композиции консерванта для древесины предусматривает стадии: a) смешивания лигнина и раствора Na2B4O7 или NaNO3 при перемешивании; b) добавления при перемешивании соли металла, содержащей ион М2+, причем М выбран из хрома (II), меди (II), цинка (II) и кадмия (II); c) фильтрации твердого вещества, полученного на стадии b), которое представляет собой модифицированный лигнин; d) суспендирования модифицированного лигнина в воде с получением композиции консерванта для древесины, конечная концентрация модифицированного лигнина в составе консерванта древесины составляет от 0,1 до 30% по массе. Предпочтительно добавляют основание, выбранное из NaOH и КОН, для обеспечения рН от 7 до 13 и добавляют кислоту, выбранную из борной кислоты, уксусной кислоты, серной кислоты и соляной кислоты, для получения рН около 7. Анион соли металла представляет NO32-. Композиция консерванта для древесины содержит: 0,1-30% мас.

Verfahren zur Isolation des 20S Proteasoms, und Verfahren zur Identifikation von Inhibitoren des 20S und 26S Proteasoms

Antimikrobielle Mittel, Verfahren zu deren Herstellung und deren Verwendung

Pflanzenbehandlungsmittel, insbesondere zur Entfernung der Seitentriebe von Tabakpflanzen

Verwendung von Natriumkanalblockern zusammen mit Amitraz zur Kontrolle von Ektoparasiten in homeothermischen Tieren

Lignin-based toxin-binding agents, e.g. lignins or ligninsulfonates, useful as food or feed additives or for treating plants or stored plant-based materials to eliminate harmful mycotoxins

Use of lignin-based materials (I) (or their mixtures) selected from lignins, lignin derivatives, ligninsulfonic acids, ligninsulfonates or corresponding chemically, technically or biotechologically modified materials, is new.

SCHNELL UND ANHALTEND WIRKENDES TOPISCHES ANTISPETIKUM

DERMAL APPLIZIERBARE WASSERHALTIGE FORMULIERUNGEN VON PARASITIZIDEN

THE PRODUCTION OF HAPLOID SEED, OF DOUBLED HAPLOIDS AND OF HOMOZYGOUS PLANT LINES THEREFROM

Verfahren zur Beschleunigung des Bluehens von Pflanzen

Fungizide Wirkstoffkombinationen

Safenern für Herbizide eignen sich zur Steigerung der mikrobiziden Wirkung von Fungiziden.

Pre-harvest treatment

Deactivants for dust mite allergens

Herbicidal composition

Plants methods and means

Tree pest control

Preparations are described for the destruction of woolly aphid (Eriosoma lanigerum) and similar pests on trees either by entrapping the insects to deprive them of air or by entrapping and poisoning simultaneously. Hydrophobic preparations may for example contain a semi-solid grease, a bituminous sealant, an oil, a volatile organic solvent, an insecticide or other toxic material, and a fungicide. Hydrophilic preparations may for example contain a wetting agent, a water-based emulsion paint, a thinner, an insecticide and a fungicide.

Polymer inhibitors of quorum sensing

TRIAZOLE PHOSPHONATE PESTICIDES

IMPROVEMENTS IN PEST CONTROL

... 1,202,805. Chemically contaminated insects. CESKOSLOVENSKA AKADEMIE VED. 11 Oct., 1968 [16 Dec., 1967], No. 48205/68. Heading A5E. A method of treating insects for use in insect pest control comprises contaminating adult insects obtained by mass breeding with a sexually and/or contactually spreadable active chemical material (as defined) whereby mating or chance contact of a treated with an untreated insect transfers sufficient active material to contaminate subsequently laid eggs and inhibit development thereof, or to affect larval growth. Suitable active materials are the methyl ester of 3, 7, 11-trimethyl-7, 11-dichloro-2, 6- dodecene acid, the dihydrochloride of methyl farnesoate and p-(1, 5-dimethyl hexyl) benzoic acid.

Plant invigorator.

Plant ethylene respose inhibition compounds and complexes

Agrochemical formulations.

Agrochemical formulations comprising ALS inhibitors.

This invention relates to liquid formulations (preparations) that contain a) one or more alkyl esters of polycarboxylic acids, and b) one or more agrochemical substances from the group of ALS inhibitors.

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITION

Host-derived signals for inducing isoprenoid gene expressions and uses thereof.

Disclosed is a method for preparing a composition that is capable of activating the expression of a gene involved in the synthesis of an isoprenoid, the method involving: (a) contacting a plant cell with an elicitor under conditions that allow an elicitor-induced release of a compound that activates the synthesis of an isoprenoid; and (b) recovering a composition including the compound, wherein the compound is diffusible and has a molecular weight less than or equal to 10,000 daltons. Also disclosed is a substantially pure elicitor-induced composition, the composition being capable of activating a gene involved in the synthesis of a plant isoprenoid.

Use of termite powder inoculum for improving culture growth

A method of making a liquid fertilizing substance.

A method of making a liquid fertilizing material includes the steps of preparing an extract of a natural organic material and combining the extract with a fertilizing substance. The natural organic material includes animal droppings and the fertilizing substance is selected from water-soluble salts and mixtures of water-soluble salts.

Method Of treating a plant disease.

A method of treating a plant disease includes the step of applying to a plant which has a plant disease, an effective amount of a substance or composition which comprises, as an active treatment agent oxi-fulvic acid ...

Plant ethylene response inhibition compounds and complexes.

The present invention generally relates to the regulation of plant physiology, in particular to methods for inhibiting the ethylene response in plants or plant products, and has three embodiments. The first embodiment relates to methods of minimizing impurities capable of reversibly binding to plant ethylene receptor sites during the synthesis of cyclopropene and its derivatives such as methylcyclopropene, thereby avoding the negative effects these impurities have on plants treated with cyclopropene and its derivatives. The second embodiment relates to complexes formed from molecular encapsulation agents such as cyclodextrin, and cylopropene and its derivates such as methylcyclopropene, in addition to cylopentadiene and diazocyclopentadiene and their derivatives, thereby providing a convenent means for storing and transporting these compounds capable of inhibiting the ethylene response in plants, which are reactive gases and highly unstable because of oxidation and other potential reactions ...

Plant invigorator.

A plant invigorator which contains the following ingredients per litre; a. 10% - 33 % anion surfactants,; b. 5% - 18 % non-ionic surfactants; c, 2 % -20 % ethanol or methlated spirits or cider vinegar; d, 25% -60 % de-mineralised aqueous solution; e. 0.01 ml-4 ml catalytic enzyme gylcosides vanilla essence or almond essence or strawberry essence; f. 0.01 -5 grams colouring food grade (BP); g. 0.01 -5 grams lanolin or 0.5 ml -15ml glycerine or 0.5 ml to ml paraffin oil.

Host-derived signals for inducing isoprenoid gene expressions and uses thereof

Use of termite powder inoculum for improving culture growth

Tobacco having reduced nicotine and nitrosamines

Aspects of the present invention concern tobacco having reduced nicotine and nitrosamines, which is used to manufacture consumer tobacco products, and methods to produce such tobacco. More specifically, embodiments include methods to reduce nicotine and nitrosamines in tobacco crops by applying auxin, auxin analogs, and jasmonate antagonists during the culti-vation of such tobacco crops. Tobacco generated using said methods and consumer tobacco products obtained therefrom are also embodiments.

Agrochemical formulations.

Cropping system for managing weeds

Plant invigorator.

Ligands for odor receptors and olfactory neurons

Plant invigorator.

Soil treating composition and method of applying same

Osmolyte regulator

Plant ethylene response inhibition compounds and complexes.

Detergent composition liquidates cntenant an insect repellant.

“Detergent Composition liquidates containing an insect repellant”.

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITION

Host-derived signals for inducing isoprenoid gene expressions and uses thereof

Ligands for odor receptors and olfactory neurons

Method of treating a plant disease

A method of making a liquid fertilizing substance

Cropping system for managing weeds

Ligands for odor receptors and olfactory neurons

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITION

Agrochemical formulations.

Tobacco having reduced nicotine and nitrosamines

Plant ethylene respose inhibition compounds and complexes

COMPLEX ONE TO INHIBIERUNG THE ETHYL ANSWER OF PLANTS

IMPROVED HERBICIDE COMPOSITION

PROCEDURE FOR THE PRODUCTION OF GRAFTING POLYLYSIN DENDRIMERE

SCHAEL- UND VERBISSSCHUTZMITTEL FUER BAEUME

CONNECTIONS AND COMPLEXES, THE REACTION OF PLANTS ON ETHYLS INHIBIEREN

FUNGICIDES COMPOSITIONS FOR APPLICATION WITH PLANTS

WARDING OFF OF BIRDS COMPOSITION.

MEANS FOR PREVENTING THE EXKREMENTABLAGE OF CARNIVOROUS MAMMALS, IN PARTICULAR DOGS AND CATS.

INSEKTIZIDE/AKARIZIDE COMPOSITIONS ON THE BASIS OF ANIONI TENSIDEN AND SEMIOCHEMIKALIEN, AND PROCEDURES FOR THE FIGHT AGAINST ARTHROPODEN

METHOD TO INSECT EXTERMINATION.

USE OF CONNECTIONS, THE BIO-SYNTHESIS OF ETHYLS IN HIGHER PLANTS RESTRAINING, FOR GROUND IMPROVEMENT

BIOINTERRUPTIBLE STENCILS WITH REGULAR ADMINISTRATION

ANTIVIRAL MEANS

AQUEOUS FORMULATIONS OF PESTICIDE AND NEW TENSIDE

SYNERGISTIC NEMATOZIDE COMPOSITIONS

USE OF HERBICIDES FROM THE TYPE OF AUXIN TO THE TREATMENT OF TRANSGENEN CULTIVATED PLANTS

DERMALLY APPLIZIERBARE AQUEOUS FORMULATIONS OF PARASITIZIDEN

ENTLAUBUNG AND MINIMALISIERUNG OF RENEWED ONE, ON A ENTLAUBUNG THE FOLLOWING, PLANT STATURE

ANTIMICROBIAL MEANS, PROCEDURES FOR THEIR PRODUCTION AND THEIR USE

Procedure for the fight and extermination of insects

HERBICIDES COMPOSITIONS

HARMLESS SCHÄDLINGSBEKÄMPFUNG

Non-hazardous pest control

PYRIMIDINE FUNGICIDE AND STEROL BLOCKING FUNGICIDE IN COMBINATION 1

Tannin formulations for agricultural use in plants

The preparation, composition, and method of use of an antibacterial formulation utilizing tannins, acceptable for agriculture and for use against bacterial and fungicidal diseases in plants. The composition is based on an organic matrix and may be balanced with dispersants, flocculants and humectants, and may be used against a wide range of agricultural bacterial diseases.

Removal of bacteria from drinking water via filtration

The present invention relates to a method for producing biocidal, porous particles of a cross-linked polymer, and to the porous particles that can be produced according to the method of the invention. The invention further relates to porous particles of an amino-group-containing polymer (polyamine) having a relatively low swelling factor. The porous particles according to the invention are used to remove biological contaminants from water and to bind metal-containing ions from solutions. The present invention further relates to a filter cartridge which contains the porous cross-linked polymer particles according to the invention.

Phase-separating solvent composition

Hypersensitive response induced resistance in plants

SYNERGISTIC FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITIONS

Fungicidal mixture

Improved application for hop acids as anti-microbial agents

Plant biochemical systems and uses thereof

Plants and plant cells including an isolated nucleic acid encoding for prephenate dehydratase, wherein the nucleic acid is operably linked to a promoter such that prephenate dehydratase is expressed at sufficient levels to protect the plant cell from damage from an abiotic or biotic stressor. The abiotic or biotic stressor may include UV radiation, cold, drought, heat, salt, hormones, fungi, bacteria, arthropods, worms and products of biotic organisms.

Composition for production of plant body having improved sugar content, and use thereof

The composition, in accordance with the present invention, for producing a plant body having an improved sugar content includes glutathione, a polynucleotide encoding γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase, or a polynucleotide encoding glutathione-binding plastid type fructose-1,6-bisphosphate aldolase. The composition preferably includes oxidized glutathione. This allows provision of a composition for easily producing a plant body having an improved sugar content.

Method for protecting rice from being infected by fungi

Method for protecting rice from being infected by harmful fungi, wherein the fungi, their habitat, rice plants, their seed, rice plant propagation material or the soil on which rice is grown or intended to be grown, is treated with epoxiconazole and tricyclazole in synergistically effective amounts; use of a composition comprising epoxiconazole, tricyclazole and optionally a further commercially available fungicide, for preparing a composition suitable for protecting rice from being infected by harmful fungi. 17-. (canceled)8. A method for protecting rice from being infected by phytopathogenic harmful fungi , wherein the fungi , their habitat , rice plants , their seed , rice plant propagation material or the soil on which rice is grown or intended to be grown , is treated with epoxiconazole and tricyclazole in synergistically effective amounts.9Pyricularia griseaPyricularia oryzaeRhizoctonia solaniPellicularia sasakiiBipolaris oryzae, Microdochium oryzae, Ustilaginoidea virens, Curvularia lunata, Cercospora orzyae, Helminthosporium oryzaeFusarium. The method according to claim 8 , wherein the phytopathogenic harmful fungi to be controlled are selected from the group (syn. ). (syn in rice ) claim 8 , and spp.10. The method according to claim 8 , wherein an aqueous preparation of a formulation comprising epoxiconazole and tricyclazole is applied to the above-ground parts of the rice plants.11. A method according to claim 8 , whereas plant propagation material is treated.12. The method according to claim 8 , wherein a combination of epoxiconazole claim 8 , tricyclazole and a further claim 8 , commercially available fungicide is employed.13. The method according to claim 8 , wherein the active ingredients are applied simultaneously claim 8 , that is jointly or separately claim 8 , or in succession.14. The method according to claim 8 , wherein the combination is applied in an amount of from 20 g/ha to 1000 g/ha.15. A method for protecting rice from being infected by ...

Modulation of plant biology

A method of effecting at least one biological process in a plant is disclosed. The method comprises contacting a part of a seed, a plant, or the locus thereof with a mixture comprising an agriculturally acceptable mixture of (i) complex polymeric polyhydroxy acids and (ii) a phytotoxic amount of one or more alkali (earth) salts and/or a synergistic amount of at least one source of an agriculturally acceptable transition metal ions.

NOVEL METHOD FOR THE PRE- OR POST-HARVEST TREATMENT OF PLANT PRODUCTS, USING PHOSPHONIC ACID AND AN ESSENTIAL OIL

The invention relates to the pre- or post harvest fungicidal and/or bactericidal treatment of plant products, using at least phosphonic acid that is at least partially salified and eugenol or clove oil, at ambient temperature, as well as to the compositions suitable for said method. 2. A method according to wherein the phosphonic acid salt has the general formula:{'br': None, 'sub': x', 'y', '3, 'HMPO'}wherein:M represents a metal atom such as alkali metal or alkaline earth metal, or an ammonium group or an amino group,x is between 1 and 2.8,y is between 0.2 and 2 andx+y=3.3. A method according to claim 1 , such that the salt has the formula HMPOwith M=potassium.4. A method according to such that the phosphonic acid salt is prepared in advance or formed in situ within the treatment composition claim 1 , in the presence of the corresponding base.56-. (canceled)8. A method according to for fungicidal and/or bactericidal treatment.9Phytophtora, Monilia, PenicilliumGeotrichumRhizoctonia, Helminthosporium, Cholletotrichum.. A method according to for the treatment of sp claim 1 , sp claim 1 ,10. A method according to carried out by way of spraying.11. A method according to carried out in the orchard.12. A method according to such that the doses for application of essential oil or one or more terpene agent(s) contained therein claim 1 , and/or mixtures thereof are between 300 ppm and 4500 ppm and the doses for application of potassium salt of the phosphonic acid are between 1000 ppm and 20 000 ppm.13. A method according to consisting of the simultaneous claim 1 , separate or sequential application over time claim 1 , of the ingredients.14. A method according to further comprising the preliminary step of preparing said mixture of ingredients by the addition of a composition containing the essential oil or one or more terpene agent(s) contained therein claim 1 , and/or mixtures thereof claim 1 , on the one hand claim 1 , to a composition containing a salt of phosphonic acid ...

Differential Evaporation Potentiated Disinfectant System

Antimicrobial compositions and methods of using such antimicrobial compositions to provide a reduction in populations of viable microorganisms.

FURNITURE APPARATUSES, AND KITS, SYSTEMS, AND USES OF SAME

An apparatus for holding a decorative cover. The apparatus includes a body having front and rear opposite sides, the front side of the body having a front surface having a perimeter, the rear side of the body having a rear surface, and the body having an outwardly facing lateral surface between the front and rear surfaces; and a first connector on the body, the first connector detachably connectable, continuously adjacent at least a portion of the perimeter of the front surface, to a second connector, complementary to the first connector, on the decorative cover. A furniture apparatus includes at least one substantially thermoplastic body and one or both of diatomaceous earth and a PA1b-related peptide incorporated in one or more of the at least one body. 1. A headboard apparatus for holding a decorative cover , the apparatus comprising:a body having front and rear opposite sides, the front side of the body having a front surface having a perimeter, the rear side of the body having a rear surface, and the body having an outwardly facing lateral surface between the front and rear surfaces; anda first connector on the body, the first connector detachably connectable, continuously adjacent at least a portion of the perimeter of the front surface, to a second connector, complementary to the first connector, on the decorative cover.2. The apparatus of wherein the body is substantially thermoplastic.3. The apparatus of wherein the body comprises carbon plastic.4. The apparatus of wherein the body comprises diatomaceous earth incorporated in the body.5. The apparatus of wherein the diatomaceous earth is about 30% by weight of the body.6. The apparatus of wherein the diatomaceous earth has a median particle diameter of about 15 microns.7. The apparatus of wherein the diatomaceous earth has a median particle diameter of more than about 14 microns.8. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a PA1b-related peptide incorporated in the body.9. The apparatus of wherein the ...

SOIL BLENDS CONTAINING AN INSECTICIDE AND METHODS FOR PRODUCTION AND USE THEREOF

Effective delivery of an insecticide to a growing plant can sometimes be problematic. Topical delivery of an insecticide at the post-emergence stage of growth can sometimes be ineffective. It can also be difficult to deliver an insecticide to the roots of a growing plant, such as to combat a subsurface insect infestation. Accordingly, soil blends having insecticidal activity can comprise a soil medium, a porous soil additive, and an insecticide dispersed within the soil medium. Such soil blends may be used in conjunction with cultivating a variety of plants. Methods for producing the soil blends can comprise providing a soil medium and a porous soil additive, and dispersing the porous soil additive and an insecticide within the soil medium. 1. A soil blend comprising:a soil medium;a porous soil additive; andan insecticide dispersed within the soil medium.2. The soil blend of claim 1 , wherein the insecticide is at least partially infiltrated within the porous soil additive.3. The soil blend of claim 1 , further comprising:one or more additional soil additives.4. The soil blend of claim 1 , wherein the insecticide comprises one or more essential oils.5. The soil blend of claim 4 , wherein the insecticide further comprises an aqueous carrier and an emulsifier.6. A method comprising: a soil medium;', 'a porous soil additive; and', 'an insecticide dispersed within the soil medium;, 'providing a soil blend comprisingcultivating a growing plant within the soil blend; andexposing the growing plant to the insecticide at a subsurface location within the soil blend.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the insecticide is at least partially infiltrated within the porous soil additive before being exposed to the growing plant.8. The method of claim 7 , further comprising:releasing the insecticide from the porous soil additive.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the insecticide is released from the porous soil additive when watering the growing plant.10. The method of claim 6 , ...

Treated crop plants or plant food products with decreased bacterial viability and methods and apparatuses for making the same

A treated crop plant or plant food product with decreased bacterial viability relative to an untreated crop plant or plant food product. The treated crop plant or plant food product has at least a 1-log reduction in bacterial viability relative to the untreated crop plant or plant food product. Methods and apparatuses of producing the treated crop plant or plant food product are also provided.

ENCAPSULATED SEED

Encapsulated seeds, processes for making encapsulated seeds and processes for establishing and improving seed beds and seed bed germination. The encapsulated seeds improve soil productivity through enhancements in soil fertility, soil condition/tilth, and control of soil moisture. 1. An encapsulated seed product comprising:turf grass seeds, encapsulation material and binder;said encapsulation material being agglomerated about each turf grass seed;each seed being a nucleating agent for said encapsulation material to be agglomerated about said seed;said encapsulation material comprises two or more materials selected from the group consisting of: gypsum, biochar, peat moss or bentonite clay;said encapsulation material is present by weight in encapsulated seed product in a ratio equal to, or greater than, two parts said encapsulation material to one part said seed;said encapsulated seed product essentially sinks in water within approximately 10 seconds; andsaid encapsulated seed product remains essentially about said seed to form a microenvironment about said seed when said seed is sown and exposed to water.2. The encapsulated seed product of further comprising fertilizer.3. The encapsulated seed product of further comprising a water-soluble soil stabilizer.4. The encapsulated seed product of wherein said binder comprises lignin sulfonate.5. An encapsulated seed product comprising:turf grass seeds, encapsulation material and binder;said encapsulation material being agglomerated about said seeds using an agitation agglomeration process;each seed acting as a nucleating agent for said encapsulation material to be agglomerated about said seed;said encapsulation material comprises gypsum, biochar, peat moss, and bentonite clay;said encapsulation material is present by weight in said encapsulated seed product in a ratio equal to, or greater than, 2 parts said encapsulation material to 1 part said seed;said encapsulation material absorbs 5 times its weight in water compared to ...

Method and apparatus for preparing coir

A method for processing coir comprising processing dry coir by shredding, hydrating the coir up to a specified moisture content, and pelletizing the coir. An apparatus for pelletizing coir comprising a metal disk having flat, cylindrical openings. A soil additive composition comprising coir, seed, basalt, root stimulant, lime, worm castings, fish meal, molasses, and polymer.

Microparticle Structure for Slow Release of Insect Attractant Pheromone

A microparticle structure for a slow release of an insect attractant pheromone includes: a core layer and a shell layer. The core layer may include a carrier and a first attractant pheromone, wherein the carrier is formed of a biodegradable material. The shell layer may be a shell including a plurality of microcapsules encapsulating the core layer, wherein the plurality of microcapsules include a chitosan shell and a second attractant pheromone encapsulated by the chitosan shell. 1. A microparticle structure for a slow release of an insect attractant pheromone , comprising:a core layer comprising a carrier and a first attractant pheromone encased by the carrier, wherein the carrier is formed of a biodegradable material; anda shell layer comprising a plurality of microcapsules, wherein the plurality of microcapsules encapsulates the core layer, and the microcapsules comprises a chitosan shell and a second attractant pheromone encapsulated by the chitosan shell.2. The microparticle structure of claim 1 , wherein the carrier is selected from at least one material of a group consisting of polylactide (PLA) claim 1 , polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) claim 1 , water-degradable thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) claim 1 , and poly(butylene succinate) (PBS).3. The microparticle structure of claim 1 , wherein the carrier has a predetermined porosity.4. The microparticle structure of claim 1 , wherein the core layer further comprises a fertilizer claim 1 , which is encased by the carrier.5. The microparticle structure of claim 4 , wherein the fertilizer comprises at least one active microorganism and/or at least one metabolite thereof.6. The microparticle structure of claim 1 , wherein the shell layer further comprises a degrading enzyme capable of degrading the biodegradable material.7. The microparticle structure of claim 1 , wherein the concentration of the first attractant pheromone is different from the concentration of the second attractant pheromone.8. The microparticle ...

A PLANT GROWTH PROMOTER COMPOSITION, PROCESSES FOR PREPARING THE SAME AND USES THEREOF

A composition is disclosed comprising a fungus of genus and a lignin fraction, as well as processes for preparing the same and uses as a plant growth and fruit production promoter in agriculture. In an additional aspect, an agro-chemical product is also disclosed comprising said composition and agro-chemical additives. 2TrichodermaTrichoderma aggressivum, Trichoderma asperellum, Trichoderma atroviride, Trichoderma citrinoviride, Trichoderma cremeum, Trichoderma harzianum, Trichoderma koningii, Trichoderma longibrachiatum, Trichoderma reesei, Trichoderma virens, Trichoderma virideTrichoderma viridescens.. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said species is selected from claim 1 , and3T. Harzianum, T AtrovirideT. virens. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said fungus is selected from and claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.4T HarzianumT. AtrovirideT. virens. The composition of claim 3 , wherein said fungus is selected from HK2 claim 3 , HK4 and GV41 claim 3 , and mixtures thereof.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said fungus is in a concentration of 1×10to 8×10spores/ml of composition.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein said lignin fraction comprises fragments having a weight average molecular weight of 2 claim 1 ,000-20 claim 1 ,000 Daltons.7. The composition of claim 6 , wherein said lignin fraction comprises fragments having a weight average molecular weight of 4 claim 6 ,000-6 claim 6 ,000 Daltons or 9 claim 6 ,000-11 claim 6 ,000 Daltons.8. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising up to 30 wt % of cellulose claim 1 , based on the weight of the lignin fraction.14. (canceled)15. An agro-chemical product comprising the composition of and agro-chemical additives.16. Method for promoting plant growth and fruit production claim 1 , said method comprising the step of applying the composition of . The present invention concerns a composition comprising a fungus of genus and a lignin fraction, as well as processes for preparing the same and uses as a plant ...

Compositions and methods for improving plant health

Disclosed are compositions and methods for preparing compositions that improve plant health and reduce fungal infestations. Also disclosed are methods of using the compositions described herein to improve plant health by applying the compositions directly to plants, and/or applying the compositions to substrates used for plant growth. The compositions include a synergistic ratio of composting bacteria, bio-surfactant producing bacteria, bio-remediating bacteria, bovine feces, and humic acid. The compositions reduce fungal growth and fungal infestation the infected area. Methods of reducing brown patch and/or dollar spot infestations to a plant such as turf grass or crop are also described herein.

Composition for inhibition of insect host sensing

The present invention provide chemical modulators of insect olfactory receptors. In particular, compounds and compositions are provided that can inhibit host targeting functions in insects such as mosquitos. Method of employing such agents, and articles incorporating the same, are also provided.

Acid composition based on leonardite and amino acids

This invention refers to an acid composition containing leonardite, amino acids and surfactants for use as fertiliser, biostimulant and/or nutrient and to a procedure for obtaining this composition.

SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM WHOSE SURFACE HAS MICROBICIDAL ACTIVITY, MULTILAYER STRUCTURE HAVING SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, STERILIZATION METHOD WITH THE USE OF SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, METHOD FOR REACTIVATING SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, MOLD FOR PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, AND MOLD MANUFACTURING METHOD

A synthetic polymer film (A), (B) having a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp), wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp) is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film (A), (B); and the surface has a microbicidal effect. 119-. (canceled)20. A synthetic polymer film comprising a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions , whereina normal to a lateral surface of each of the plurality of first raised portions forms an inclination angle with respect to a direction perpendicular to a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film;at least one of the plurality of first raised portions includes a portion in which the inclination angle at a first point is smaller than the inclination angle at a second point whose distance from a tip end of the first raised portion in the normal direction of the synthetic polymer film is larger than that of the first point;the at least one of the plurality of first raised portions further includes a generally conical portion including the tip end; andthe surface has a microbicidal effect.21. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein claim 20 , in the portion of the at least one of the plurality of first raised portions claim 20 , the inclination angle at the second point is larger than the inclination angle at a third point whose distance from the tip end of the first raised portion in the normal direction of the synthetic polymer film is larger than that of the second point.22. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film.23. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein the plurality of first raised portions are capable of warping when coming in contact with a microorganism.24. The synthetic ...

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND PROCESSES RELATED THERETO

This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula One”): 140-. (canceled)41. A composition according to further comprising:(a) one or more compounds having acaricidal, algicidal, avicidal, bactericidal, fungicidal, herbicidal, insecticidal, molluscicidal, nematicidal, rodenticidal, or virucidal properties; or(b) one or more compounds that are antifeedants, bird repellents, chemosterilants, herbicide safeners, insect attractants, insect repellents, mammal repellents, mating disrupters, plant activators, plant growth regulators, or synergists; or(c) both (a) and (b).42. A composition according to further comprising one or more compounds selected from: (3-ethoxypropyl)mercury bromide claim 73 , 1 claim 73 ,2-dichloropropane claim 73 , 1 claim 73 ,3-dichloropropene claim 73 , 1-methylcyclopropene claim 73 , 1-naphthol claim 73 , 2-(octylthio)ethanol claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,5-tri-iodobenzoic acid claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,6-TBA claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,6-TBA-dimethylammonium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,6-TBA-lithium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,6-TBA-potassium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,3 claim 73 ,6-TBA-sodium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-2-butoxypropyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-2-ethylhexyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-3-butoxypropyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-TB claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-butometyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-butotyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-butyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-isobutyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-isoctyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-isopropyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-methyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-pentyl claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-sodium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-triethylammonium claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4 claim 73 ,5-T-trolamine claim 73 , 2 claim 73 ,4-D claim 73 , 2 claim ...

ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT CLAY AND POLYMER HIGH PERFORMANCE CLUMPING CAT LITTER

This invention relates to a formulation and process for making a lightweight, clumping absorbent material with virtually no dust, low tracking, superior clumping and odor control. The formulations described herein may utilize a tackifying agent to attach the clumping additive to the surface of the absorbent material. 1. A clumping formulation comprising an absorbent material , a tackifying agent and a clumping agent.2. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the clumping formulation is a lightweight formulation.3. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the tackifying agent is capable of binding the clumping agent to the absorbent material.4. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material is a mineral.5. The clumping formulation of claim 4 , wherein the mineral is a calcium bentonite or an attapulgite.6. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material has a particle size between about 10 and about 30 mesh.7. The clumping formulation of claims 1 , wherein the absorbent material has an initial free moisture level of less than 15%.8. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material has an initial free moisture level of between about 1% and about 13%.9. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the absorbent material has an initial free moisture level of between about 2% and about 13%.10. The clumping formulation of claim 1 , wherein the tackifying agent is a low viscosity solution.11. The clumping formulation of claim 10 , wherein the low viscosity solution has a viscosity of about 500 cPs to about 1500 cPs.12. The clumping formulation of claim 10 , wherein the low viscosity solution has a viscosity of about 630 cPs to about 1250 cPs.13. The clumping formulation of wherein the tackifying agent is a polyacrylate claim 10 , corn syrup claim 10 , a polyol claim 10 , polyvinyl alcohols claim 10 , polyvinyl acetates claim 10 , or molasses.14. The clumping formulation of claim 13 , wherein the ...

MACROCYCLIC PICOLINAMIDES AS FUNGICIDES

This disclosure relates to macrocyclic picolinamides of Formula (I) and their use as fungicides. 2. A compound according to claim 1 , wherein X and Y are hydrogen.3. A compound according to claim 2 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 2 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 2 , 1 or multiple R.4. A compound according to claim 2 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 2 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 2 , 1 or multiple R.5. A compound according to claim 1 , wherein X is C(O)Rand Y is hydrogen.6. A compound according to claim 5 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 5 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 5 , 1 or multiple R.7. A compound according to claim 5 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 5 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 5 , 1 or multiple R.8. A compound according to claim 1 , wherein Xis hydrogen and Y is Q.9. A compound according to claim 8 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 8 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 8 , 1 or multiple R.10. A compound according to claim 8 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or aryl claim 8 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 8 , 1 or multiple R.11. A compound according to claim 9 , wherein Ris hydrogen.12. A compound according to claim 9 , wherein Ris —C(O)Ror —CHOC(O)R.13. A compound according to claim 12 , wherein Ris chosen from alkyl or alkoxy claim 12 , each optionally substituted with 0 claim 12 , 1 claim 12 , or multiple R.14. A compound according to claim 13 , wherein Ris chosen from —CH claim 13 , —CH(CH) claim 13 , —CHOCHCH claim 13 , or —CHCHOCH.15. A composition for the control of a fungal pathogen including at least one of the compounds of and a phytologically acceptable carrier material.16. A composition for the control of a fungal pathogen including mixtures of at least one of the compounds of with other pesticides including fungicides claim 1 , insecticides claim 1 , nematocides claim 1 , miticides claim 1 , arthropodicides claim 1 ...

SYSTEMS FOR PEST ELIMINATION, SUPPRESSION OR CONTROL

Provided herein are systems, methods, active ingredients, compositions and formulations for killing, deterring growth, or suppressing a population of certain species of pests such as insects, fungi and bacteria. 1. A method for reducing the population of at least one insect comprising:{'i': musa', 'piper', 'Gongronema, 'a. isolating and purifying at least one active ingredient from at least one part of a pepper plant, a plant, a plant or a plant;'}b. forming a formulation by adding the at least one active ingredient to a carrier; andc. killing the at least one pest when the at least one pest at least in close proximity with the formulation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the insect is selected from the group consisting of cecid fly claim 1 , mycetophils claim 1 , mits claim 1 , hose fly claim 1 , horse fly claim 1 , phorid fly claim 1 , sciarid fly and spider.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the insect is an edible mushroom pest claim 1 , a grape pest claim 1 , a green-house pest claim 1 , or a landfill pest.4Mycophila speyeriHeteropeza pygmaea.. The method of claim 1 , wherein the Cecid fly is or5. The method of claim 3 , wherein the method further comprising killing the larva of the insect.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein when the formulation is between zero and one parts per billion (ppb) of the at least one active ingredient claim 1 , it is able to reduce the population of at least one pest by at least 90% in less than sixty seconds .7. The method of claim 1 , wherein when the formulation is between zero and one part per billion (ppb) of the at least one active ingredient claim 1 , it is able to reduce the population of at least one pest by at least 90% in less than two seconds.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein adding comprises mixing.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the formulation further comprises a dye.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the formulation further comprises a fluorescent dye.11aframomum meleguetaxylopia aethiopica. The method of claim ...

PH COLOUR INDICATOR FOR USE WITH AGRICULTURAL COMPOUNDS

This invention discloses a new class of pH indicators suitable for use in agricultural compounds. The class comprises naturally occurring substances which are extracts from grape skins, cabbage and lecithin. Safety concerns are now causing regulatory bodies to prohibit use of chemical pH indicators in compounds which are used for crops and animals. The naturally occurring compounds of this invention satisfy these concerns of the regulators and function as well as chemical indicators of the prior art. 1. A naturally occurring pH indicator for use in a concentrate for preparing an agricultural compound which comprises an extract from grapes , cabbage or lichen.2. A concentrate comprising a mixture of a pH modifying agent and a naturally occurring pH indicator for colouring water , which concentrate can be diluted with water and added to an agricultural chemical for application to crops , soil or animals , the agricultural chemical having an activity that varies with the pH of the water and having an acceptable agricultural activity at a pH within the range of 4-6 , wherein the proportions of pH modifying agent and pH indicator in the concentrate are such that when the concentrate is diluted with water and the pH of the water is modified by the pH modifying agent , the pH indicator indicates visually when the pH of the water is in the range of from about 4 to about 6.3. A concentrate as claimed in wherein said pH indicator is selected from the group comprising extracts of grape skins claim 2 , cabbage and lecithin.4. A concentrate as claimed in wherein said pH indicator is an extract of grape skin.5. A concentrate as claimed in wherein said pH indicator is present in a concentration of about 10 to about 25%. The present application is a division of co-pending U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/570,048 filed on Dec. 12, 2006, which is a national stage of International Application No. PCT/CA2004/01555, filed on Aug. 24, 2004, which claims the benefit of priority from U. ...

Antimicrobial agents and methods for use thereof in the abatement of food borne pathogenic organisms

Antimicrobial agents and methods for the abatement of food borne pathogenic organisms—particularly, Escherichia coli —include the steps of providing a specifically formulated humic composition and, thereafter, applying the humic composition as an antimicrobial agent for the abatement of Escherichia coli . In at least some applications of the present invention, other substances are introduced in combination with the humic composition thereby synergistically providing in certain applications a greater effect than otherwise independently obtainable.

ANTIMICROBIAL ALCOHOL FOAM COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF PREPARATION

A method for preparing an antimicrobial alcoholic foam composition by combining two or more pre-mix compositions. A first pre-mix composition is primarily alcoholic comprises an alcohol, an acidic component, and a waxy component. A second pre-mix composition is primarily aqueous comprises water and a carbonate. An antimicrobial alcoholic foam composition that does not require added air or aerosol propellant is also provided. 1. (canceled)2. A method of preparing an antimicrobial alcoholic foam composition , the method comprising the steps of:providing a dispenser having a first reservoir containing a first liquid pre-mix that is an aqueous pre-mix, a second reservoir containing a second liquid pre-mix that is an alcoholic pre-mix;dispensing an aliquot of said aqueous pre-mix, wherein said aqueous pre-mix comprises a carbonate and water;{'sub': '1-6', 'dispensing an aliquot of said alcoholic pre-mix, wherein said alcoholic pre-mix comprises at least 50 wt. % of a Calcohol, based upon the total weight of the alcoholic pre-mix, a waxy component, and an acidic component;'}commingling said aliquot of said aqueous pre-mix and said aliquot of said alcoholic pre-mix, whereupon said aliquots of said aqueous pre-mix and said alcoholic pre-mix chemically react and generate an antimicrobial alcoholic foam.3. The method of claim 2 , where the acidic component is selected from the group consisting of hydrochloric acid claim 2 , nitric acid claim 2 , phosphoric acid claim 2 , phosphonic acid claim 2 , boric acid claim 2 , sulfuric acid claim 2 , adipic acid claim 2 , benzene 1 claim 2 ,3 claim 2 ,5 tricarboxylic acid claim 2 , chlorosuccinic acid claim 2 , choline chloride claim 2 , cis-aconitic acid claim 2 , citramalic acid claim 2 , citric acid claim 2 , cyclobutane 1 claim 2 ,1 claim 2 ,3 claim 2 ,3 tetracarboxylic acid claim 2 , cyclohexane 1 claim 2 ,2 claim 2 ,4 claim 2 ,5 tetracarboxylic acid claim 2 , cyclopentane 1 claim 2 ,2 claim 2 ,3 claim 2 ,4 tetracarboxylic acid ...

Pre-Harvest Treatment

There is described a method of treating a crop for the alleviation or prevention of a pest infestation, said method comprises the pre-harvest application to the crop of a composition comprising an acidulant 1. A method of treating a crop for the alleviation or prevention of a pest infestation , said method comprises the pre-harvest application to the crop of a composition comprising an acidulant.2. A method according to which comprises applying the composition to the crop about 2 to 6 weeks prior to harvest.34-. (canceled)5. A method according to wherein the pest infestation is an arachnid infestation.67-. (canceled)8. A method according to wherein the pest infestation is a fungal infestation.912-. (canceled)13. A method according to which comprises applying the composition as a prophylactic measure.1417-. (canceled)18. A method according to wherein the concentration of the acidulant is from about 0.1% to about 25% (w/v).1921-. (canceled)22. A method according to wherein the acidulant is a modified acidified salt.23. A method according to wherein the modified acidified salt is acidified sodium chloride.24. A method according to wherein the composition includes an antioxidant/reducing agent.25. A method according to wherein the antioxidant/reducing agent is selected from one or more of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and especially salts thereof claim 24 , such as alkali metal salts claim 24 , e.g. sodium ascorbate; kojic acid (5-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-4H-pyran-4-one) and salts thereof; erythorbic acid and especially salts thereof claim 24 , such as alkali metal salts claim 24 , e.g. sodium erythorbate; phenolic antioxidant carboxylic acids claim 24 , such as a rosmarinic acid ([[3-(3 claim 24 ,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-1-oxo-2E-propenyl]oxy]-3 claim 24 ,4-dihydroxy-benzenepropanoic acid) and optionally salts thereof claim 24 , such as alkali metal salts.26. (canceled)27. A method according to wherein the amount of antioxidant/reducing agent is from about 0.25% (w/v) to about ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING COIR

A method of processing coir, comprising using counter-rotating blades to shred compressed coir into dry, shredded coir. 1. A method of processing coir , comprising using counter-rotating blades to shred compressed coir into dry , shredded coir.2. The method as claimed in further comprising hydrating the dry claim 1 , shredded coir to a predetermined moisture level to produce moist coir.3. The method as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising grinding up the coir after using the counter-rotating blades to produce the dry claim 1 , shredded coir.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein using the counter-rotating blades comprises using blades with hooks alternating with blades without hooks along a shaft.5. The method as claimed in claim 4 , wherein using the blades with hooks comprises using blades having hooks of a same size.6. The method as claimed in claim 4 , wherein using the blades with hooks comprises using blades all having hooks of different sizes.7. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein hydrating the dry claim 2 , shredded coir to a predetermined moisture level comprises hydrating the coir to a level of 10% to 18%.8. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein hydrating the dry claim 2 , shredded coir to a predetermined level comprises hydrating the coir to a level of 10% to 15%.9. The method as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising screening the dry claim 1 , shredded coir to only pass coir of a desired size for further processing.10. The method as claimed in claim 8 , further comprising cycling dry claim 8 , shredded coir caught in the screen back to the counter-rotating blades.11. The method as claimed in claim 2 , further comprising pelletizing the moist coir and mixing with other materials to create a coir soil additive.12. The method as claimed in claim 10 , wherein the other materials comprises one or more of plant seed claim 10 , basalt claim 10 , root stimulant claim 10 , lime claim 10 , worm castings claim 10 , fish mean claim 10 , ...

DEODORIZER

A deodorizer is provided herein which includes a fragrance containing a bubble gum flavor and cinnamaldehyde, a surfactant, a fungicide and bactericide in an alcohol/water solution. Also provided are methods of preparing and applying the deodorizer. 1. A deodorizer comprising:a) a fragrance which contains a bubble gum flavor;b) a surfactant;c) alcohol;d) water;e) a fungicide; andf) a bactericide.2. The deodorizer of wherein the fragrance contains cinnamaldehyde.3. The deodorizer of claim 2 , wherein the cinnamaldehyde is present in an amount of from about 0.1% to about 5% of the fragrance.4. The deodorizer of wherein the surfactant is a non-ionic surfactant.5. The deodorizer of wherein the alcohol is isopropyl alcohol.6. The deodorizer of wherein the water is substantially free of chloride and fluoride.7. The deodorizer of wherein the fungicide is tea tree oil.8. The deodorizer of wherein the bactericide is olive leaf extract.9. The deodorizer of comprising:about 0.50-about 5.0% by volume of a fragrance which contains cinnamaldehydeabout 15.00-about 30.0% by volume of isopropyl alcoholabout 1.00-about 5.0% by volume of a nonionic surfactantabout 60.00-about 80.0% by volume waterabout 0.01-about 0.12% by volume Tea tree oilabout 0.03-about 0.35% Olive leaf extract.10. The deodorizer of comprising:about 2.00% by volume of the fragranceabout 20.52% by volume of isopropyl alcoholabout 2.40% by volume of a non-ionic surfactantabout 74.77% by volume of chloride and fluoride free waterabout 0.08% by volume of tea tree oilabout 0.23% by volume of olive leaf extract.11. A method of preparing a deodorizer comprising the steps of:a) preparing an initial fragrance solution comprising adding a fragrance to a surfactant, where the fragrance is in an amount of from about 5 parts to about 15 parts of the initial fragrance solution and the surfactant is in an amount of from about 10 parts to about 20 parts of the initial fragrance solution, and adding water and alcohol alternately ...

SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM WHOSE SURFACE HAS MICROBICIDAL ACTIVITY, MULTILAYER STRUCTURE HAVING SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, STERILIZATION METHOD WITH THE USE OF SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, METHOD FOR REACTIVATING SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, MOLD FOR PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, AND MOLD MANUFACTURING METHOD

A synthetic polymer film (A), (B) having a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp), wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp) is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film (A), (B); and the surface has a microbicidal effect. 119-. (canceled)20. A film comprising:a synthetic polymer film having a first surface which has a plurality of first raised portions, wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film;an oil provided on the first surface; anda second surface including at least a portion of the first surface and/or at least a portion of a surface of the oil.21. The film of claim 20 , wherein the oil is provided at least between adjoining first raised portions among the plurality of first raised portions.22. The film of claim 20 , whereintip ends of the plurality of first raised portions protrude above the surface of the oil, andthe second surface includes at least a portion of the first surface.23. The film of claim 20 , whereinthe plurality of first raised portions are substantially covered by the oil, andthe second surface includes at least a portion of the surface of the oil.24. The film of claim 20 , wherein a distance from the surface of the oil to tip ends of the plurality of first raised portions is not more than 10 μm.25. The film of claim 20 , wherein a distance from the surface of the oil to tip ends of the plurality of first raised portions is less than 1 μm.26. The film of claim 20 , wherein at least a portion of the surface of the oil is substantially parallel to a plane of the synthetic polymer film.27. The film of claim 20 , wherein at least a portion of the surface of the oil is substantially parallel to lateral surfaces of the plurality of first raised portions.28. The ...

SYSTEMS FOR PEST ELIMINATION, SUPPRESSION OR CONTROL

Provided herein are systems, methods, active ingredients, compositions and formulations for killing, deterring growth, or suppressing a population of certain species of pests such as insects, fungi and bacteria. 1. A method for reducing the population of at least one pest comprising:forming a formulation by adding a compound selected from the group consisting of oxo-phenylethylamine, caryophyllene, alpha-pyrene, beta-pyrene, cyclolanost and gammacerane;causing a contact or a close proximity between the pest and the formulation; andkilling the at least one pest when the at least one pest is at least in close proximity with the formulation.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein when the formulation is between zero and one parts per billion (ppb) of the compound claim 1 , it is able to reduce the population of the at least one pest by at least 90% in 120 seconds or less.3aframomum melegueta. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alpha-pyrene or beta-pyrene comprises an alpha-pyrene or a beta-pyrene found in an organic solvent extract of an (alligator pepper) plant part.4xylopia aethiopica. The method of claim 1 , wherein the alpha-pyrene or beta-pyrene comprises an alpha-pyrene or a beta-pyrene found in an organic solvent extract of a (uda) plant part.5xylopia aethiopica. The method of claim 1 , wherein the caryophyllene comprises a caryophyllene or caryophyllene derivative found in an organic solvent extract of a (uda) plant part.6Gongronema latifolium. The method of claim 1 , wherein the oxo-phenylethylamine comprises an oxo-phenylethylamine found in an organic solvent extract of a (Utazi) plant part.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cyclolanost comprises a cyclolanost found in an organic solvent extract of a mesa plant part.8musa. The method of claim 1 , wherein the gammacerane comprises a gammacerane found in an organic solvent extract of a plant part.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the phenylethylamine comprises a 2′-(R.sub.1)-oxy-N-(R.sub.2)-2-oxo-2- ...

HEADBOARD APPARATUS FOR HOLDING A DECORATIVE COVER

An apparatus for holding a decorative cover. The apparatus includes a body having front and rear opposite sides, the front side of the body having a front surface having a perimeter, the rear side of the body having a rear surface, and the body having an outwardly facing lateral surface between the front and rear surfaces; and a first connector on the body, the first connector detachably connectable, continuously adjacent at least a portion of the perimeter of the front surface, to a second connector, complementary to the first connector, on the decorative cover. A furniture apparatus includes at least one substantially thermoplastic body and one or both of diatomaceous earth and a PA1b-related peptide incorporated in one or more of the at least one body. 1. A furniture apparatus comprising:a substantially thermoplastic body and comprising diatomaceous earth incorporated in the body, wherein the diatomaceous earth is effective to control bedbug populations.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the diatomaceous earth is about 30% by weight of the body.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a PA1b-related peptide incorporated into the body.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the body further comprises saponin incorporated into the body.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the body comprises carbon plastic.6. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus comprises a headboard apparatus configured to hold a decorative cover claim 1 , and wherein the headboard apparatus comprising the body.7. The apparatus of claim 6 , wherein the body defines front and rear opposite sides claim 6 , the front side of the body defining a front surface defining a perimeter claim 6 , the rear side of the body defining a rear surface claim 6 , and the body defining an outwardly facing lateral surface between the front and rear surfaces claim 6 ,wherein the apparatus further comprises a first connector on the body,wherein the first connector is detachably connectable and ...

Composition comprising a biological control agent and a fungicide selected from inhibitors of the lipid membrane synthesis, the melanine biosynthesis, the nucleic acid synthesis or the signal transduction

The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of this composition as well as a method for reducing overall damage of plants and plant parts.

HARMFUL ORGANISM CONTROL METHOD AND HARMFUL ORGANISM CONTROL COMPOSITION

The present invention provides a harmful organism control method including applying 3-endo-[2-propoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxyl]-9-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridyloxy]-9-azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane in combination with an insecticidal or acaricidal active ingredient such as an active ingredient of an insecticidal or acaricidal agent having an action mechanism classified by the IRAC code. 1. A harmful organism control method , comprising applying 3-endo-[2-propoxy-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-9-[5-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridyloxy]-9-azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane to an object in combination with an insecticidal or acaricidal active ingredient.2. The control method according to claim 1 , wherein the insecticidal or acaricidal active ingredient is an active ingredient of an insecticidal or acaricidal agent having an action mechanism classified by the IRAC code.3. The control method according to claim 1 , wherein the insecticidal or acaricidal active ingredient is at least one selected from the group consisting of (1) acetylcholinesterase inhibitor claim 1 , (2) GABA-gated chloride ion channel blocker claim 1 , (3) sodium channel modulator claim 1 , (5) nicotinic acetylcholine receptor allosteric modulator claim 1 , (6) glutamate-gated chloride ion channel allosteric modulator claim 1 , (7) juvenile hormone analogs claim 1 , (8) other non-specific (multi-site) inhibitors claim 1 , (9) chordotonal organ TRPV channel modulator claim 1 , (10) acari growth inhibitor claim 1 , (11) microorganism-derived insect midgut inner membrane disrupting agent claim 1 , (12) mitochondrial ATP synthase inhibitor claim 1 , (13) oxidative phosphorylation uncoupler that disrupts proton gradient claim 1 , (14) nicotinic acetylcholine receptor channel blocker claim 1 , (15) chitin biosynthesis inhibitor type 0 claim 1 , (16) chitin biosynthesis inhibitor type 1 claim 1 , (17) diptera insect molting inhibitor claim 1 , (18) molting hormone receptor agonist claim 1 , (19) octopamine receptor agonist claim 1 , ...

ANIMAL REPELLENT COMPOSITION

Animal repellent composition in a powdered form comprising dry powdered form of whole egg, vinegar, clove, cinnamon, red pepper, garlic, mustard and broccoli mixed in effective amounts to form a synergistic composition that repels browsing animals. The composition is biodegradable, weather proof, and applied by mixing with water and spraying over the foliage to repel browsing animals including deer. 1. An animal repellent composition in a powdered form comprising:dry powdered form of whole egg, vinegar, clove, cinnamon, red pepper, garlic, mustard and broccoli mixed in effective amounts to form a synergistic composition that repels browsing animals.2. The animal repellent composition of consisting essentially of by volume:26% whole egg powder;13% powdered vinegar;4.3% ground cloves;4.3% ground cinnamon;13% ground red pepper;13% garlic powder;13% mustard;and 13% broccoli powder.3. The animal repellent composition of claim 1 , further comprises galantamine.4. The animal repellent composition of claim 1 , comprises a deer repellent.5. The animal repellent composition of claim 1 , is weatherproof.6. The animal repellent composition of claim 1 , is non-toxic to birds claim 1 , insects claim 1 , animals and humans.7. The animal repellent composition of claim 1 , is biodegradable.8. A method comprising:preparing an animal repellant composition in a dry powdered form for repelling browsing animals;mixing a predefined amount of the animal repellant composition with water; andapplying the animal repellant composition onto a target area;wherein the animal repellant composition consisting essentially of by volume: 26% whole egg powder, 13% powdered vinegar, 4.3% ground cloves, 4.3% ground cinnamon, 13% ground red pepper, 13% garlic powder, 13% mustard, and 13% broccoli powder.9. The method of claim 7 , wherein the target area comprises a foliage surface.10. The method of claim 7 , wherein the target area comprises an inanimate object. The present invention generally relates to ...

PHOSPHATE-SOLUBILIZING MICROBIAL AGENT FOR MAIZE, AND PREPARATION METHOD AND USE THEREOF

A phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent for maize is provided. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent is obtained by fermentation of a strain CR50; and the strain CR50 is (), which was deposited in the China Center for Type Culture Collection (CCTCC) on Nov. 10, 2020, with a deposit number of CCTCC M 2020721. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent has the ability to solubilize insoluble inorganic phosphorus and insoluble organic phosphorus such as calcium phosphate and calcium phytate, which can increase an available phosphorus content in soil, significantly promote the growth of maize, and increase a maize yield. The phosphate-solubilizing strain also has the ability to produce indoleacetic acid (IAA) and siderophore, and can undergo an agglutination reaction with maize agglutinin due to maize agglutinin affinity. The strain CR50 can colonize at maize roots for a long time under the mediation of agglutinin and stably exert the growth-promoting effect. 1. A phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent for maize , wherein{'i': 'Bacillus stratosphericus', 'the phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent is obtained by fermentation of a strain CR50; and the strain CR50 is deposited in China Center for Type Culture Collection (CCTCC) on Nov. 10, 2020, with a deposit number of CCTCC M 2020721.'}2. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent according to claim 1 , whereinthe phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent is a liquid microbial agent or a solid microbial agent.3. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent according to claim 2 , whereinthe phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent is used in seed dressing, seed coating, and root watering for the maize.4. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent according to claim 2 , wherein{'sup': 8', '8', '−1, 'the liquid microbial agent is applied at an amount of 5 L to 20 L per mu of a maize field, and the liquid microbial agent has a viable count of 1×10to 9×10CFU.mL.'}5. The phosphate-solubilizing microbial agent according to ...

Synthetic polymer film whose surface has microbicidal activity, multilayer structure having synthetic polymer film, sterilization method with the use of surface of synthetic polymer film, method for reactivating surface of synthetic polymer film, mold for production of synthetic polymer film, and mold manufacturing method

A synthetic polymer film includes a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions, wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film; and the surface has a microbicidal effect.

Oswald system

A continuous bubbling fluid bed process converts biomass feedstocks into energy/heat, engineered biochar particles (including nanoparticles) and a vapor stream of organic compounds. The products have a multitude of applications determined by the specific conditions at which the process was operated, specifically controlling: temperature, catalysts, residence time, element and compound concentrations, and withdraw of products from various points in the system. The introduction of air, steam, and various gases into the vessel at selected locations and at controlled rates enables the economic, dependable and consistent production of these products.

Herbicidal Compositions Comprising Isoxazolo[5,4-B]Pyridines

The present invention relates to herbicidal compositions comprising an isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridine and at least one further compound selected from herbicidally active compounds and, if desired, safeners. The present invention also relates to the use of such a composition for controlling unwanted vegetation and to a method for controlling unwanted vegetation, which comprises allowing a composition to act on plants, their seeds and/or their habitat. 110-. (canceled)12. The composition of claim 11 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 11 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 11 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 11 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 11 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 11 , methyl or 1 claim 11 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.13. The composition of claim 11 , wherein the component B is selected from herbicides of classes b1 claim 11 , b2 claim 11 , b3 claim 11 , b4 claim 11 , b5 claim 11 , b6 claim 11 , b10 and b13.14. The composition of claim 11 , wherein the component B is selected from herbicides of classes b2 claim 11 , b3 claim 11 , b4 claim 11 , b5 claim 11 , b6 and b13.15. The composition of claim 11 , wherein the component B is selected from herbicides of classes b2 claim 11 , b3 claim 11 , b5 and b13.16. The composition of claim 11 , wherein the relative amount of the isoxazolo[5 claim 11 ,4-b]pyridine compound of formula I to the at least one component B is from 250:1 to 1:250.17. An agrochemical composition comprising the herbicidal composition of claim 11 , at least one inert liquid and/or solid carrier and claim 11 , if desired claim 11 , at least one further additive.18. A method for controlling unwanted vegetation claim 11 , comprising allowing the composition of to act on plants claim 11 , their seeds and/or their habitat.19. The method of wherein the unwanted vegetation is controlled in a crop field where crop plants are cultivated.20. The method of claim 19 , wherein the crop plants are selected from cereals claim 19 , corn claim 19 ...

Crystalline forms of ethyl[3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2,4-dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyloxy]acetate

The present invention relates to crystalline forms of ethyl[3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2,4-dioxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyl-oxy]acetate (CAS 353292-31-6), herein after also referred to as “compound of formula (I)”. 113-. (canceled)14. Ethyl[3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2 ,4-dioxo-1 ,2 ,3 ,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyloxy]acetate , consisting of at least 90 wt. % of the crystalline form A , which in an X-ray powder diffraction diagram at 25° C. and Cu-Kα radiation displays at least 3 of the following reflections , quoted as °2θ values: 10.42±0.10 , 12.65±0.10 , 16.64±0.10 , 18.09±0.10 , 18.44±0.10 , 19.41±0.10 , 22.17±0.10 , 23.61±0.10 , 24.06±0.10 , 24.88±0.10 , 25.20±0.10 , 26.17±0.10 , 27.86±0.10 , 29.08±0.10.15. Ethyl[3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2 claim 14 ,4-dioxo-1 claim 14 ,2 claim 14 ,3 claim 14 ,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyloxy]acetate as claimed in claim 14 , wherein form A displays at least 5 of the following reflections claim 14 , quoted as °2θ values: 10.42±0.10 claim 14 , 12.65±0.10 claim 14 , 16.64±0.10 claim 14 , 18.09±0.10 claim 14 , 18.44±0.10 claim 14 , 19.41±0.10 claim 14 , 22.17±0.10 claim 14 , 23.61±0.10 claim 14 , 24.06±0.10 claim 14 , 24.88±0.10 claim 14 , 25.20±0.10 claim 14 , 26.17±0.10 claim 14 , 27.86±0.10 claim 14 , 29.08±0.10.16. Ethyl[3-[2-chloro-4-fluoro-5-(1-methyl-6-trifluoromethyl-2 claim 14 ,4-dioxo-1 claim 14 ,2 claim 14 ,3 claim 14 ,4-tetrahydropyrimidin-3-yl)phenoxy]-2-pyridyloxy]acetate as claimed in claim 14 , wherein form A displays at least 7 of the following reflections claim 14 , quoted as °2θ values: 10.42±0.10 claim 14 , 12.65±0.10 claim 14 , 16.64±0.10 claim 14 , 18.09±0.10 claim 14 , 18.44±0.10 claim 14 , 19.41±0.10 claim 14 , 22.17±0.10 claim 14 , 23.61±0.10 claim 14 , 24.06±0.10 claim 14 , 24.88±0.10 claim 14 , 25.20±0.10 claim 14 , 26.17±0.10 claim 14 , 27.86±0.10 claim 14 , 29.08±0.10.17. ...

Methods for the remediation of algal blooms

In one embodiment, a remediation agent and method of remediation of an algae bloom are disclosed. The remediation agent contains light absorbing compounds in a buoyant water semi-insoluble and biodegradable casein product. The remediation agent may be distributed by boat or seeded by airplane to remediate or prevent algae blooms.

MINERAL FUNCTIONAL WATER, METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME, AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING UNICELLULAR ORGANISMS AND/OR VIRUSES

Mineral functional water useful for controlling unicellular organisms and/or viruses is provided. The mineral functional water satisfies all of requirements (i), and (iii) and shows excellent controlling effects upon unicellular organisms and/or viruses. (i) In a sample wherein 15 pst·wt. or more of the mineral functional water is fixed with respect to 100 pst·wt. of a ceramic carrier, the average emissivity to black body at wavelength of 5 to 7 micrometers and wavelength of 14 to 24 micrometers (measurement temperature: 25 Centigrade) is 90% or more, (ii) pH of the mineral functional water is 12 or higher, and (iii) controlling effects against at least one of unicellular organisms and viruses are manifested. 1. Mineral functional water , comprising all of requirements (i) , (ii) , (iii) , and (iv):(i) based on 100 pst·wt. of a ceramic carrier, in a sample in which 15 pst·wt. or more of the mineral functional water has been fixed, an average emissivity (measurement temperature: 25 Centigrade) to the black body is 90% or more between wavelengths of 5-7 micrometers and between wavelengths of 14-24 micrometers;(ii) pH of the mineral functional water is 12 or more;(iii) controlling effects upon at least one of unicellular organisms and viruses are showed; and(iv) carbonate components are included in the mineral functional water.2. A controlling method of applying the mineral functional water as defined in upon a target to be controlled including at least one of the unicellular organisms and the viruses.3Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida,Mycoplasma,Vibrio parahaemolyticus.. The controlling method as defined in claim 2 , wherein the target of unicellular organisms to be controlled is at least one kind selected from a group consisting of O-157 claim 2 , and4. The controlling method as defined in claim 2 , wherein the target of viruses to be controlled is at least one kind selected from a group consisting of a non- ...

Pesticidal compositions containing rosemary oil and wintergreen oil

Pesticidal compositions containing plant essential oils, such as rosemary oil and/or wintergreen oil, and methods for using same are disclosed.

WEED CONTROL PRODUCT

A weed control product includes acetic acid, citric acid, magnesium sulfate, sodium sulfate, soap, sodium chloride and peppermint oil. 1. A weed control product comprising:acetic acid, citric acid, magnesium sulfate, sodium sulfate, soap, sodium chloride and peppermint oil.2. The weed control product of wherein the acetic acid may vary in an amount of from 6 to 6.5% by weight claim 1 , the Citric Acid may vary in an amount of from 2 to 3% by weight claim 1 , the magnesium sulfate may vary in an amount of from 1 to 2% by weight claim 1 , the sodium sulfate may vary in an amount of from 1 to 2% by weight claim 1 , the soap may vary in an amount of from 1 to 2% by weight claim 1 , the sodium chloride may vary in an amount of from 2 to 3% by weight claim 1 , the peppermint oil may vary in an amount of from 2 to 3% by weight wherein the the weight percentages are based on a total weight of the product.3. The weed control product of wherein acetic acid is 8% aqueous by volume.4. The weed control product of wherein the citric acid is anhydrous.5. The weed control product of wherein the magnesium sulfate is present as Epsom salt.6. A method of killing weeds comprising:applying a weed control product to a weed as a spray wherein the control product comprises: acetic acid, citric acid, magnesium sulfate, sodium sulfate, soap, sodium chloride and peppermint oil.7. The method of wherein after 40 minutes there is withereing of the weed.8. The method of wherein after one week there is no regrowth of the weed. This application claims priority to U.S. application Ser. No. 16/889,727 filed on Aug. 21, 2019, the entire disclosure of which is hereby incorporated by reference.The instant application is directed to a formulation for a non-toxic weed control product.Various weed killers or herbicides are known in the art. Some of these products have been accused of being detrimental to humans upon a certain level of exposure.Accordingly, a natural non-toxic ingredient based product that ...

A BIOCONTROL COMBINATION AND METHOD FOR IMPROVING QUALITY OF SHELLED EGGS

Provided is a biocontrol combination and method for improving quality of a shelled egg, for example, by reducing pathogen contamination. The combination may include at least one first component including particulate matter holding at least one natural oil and at least one second component including a cocktail of antagonistic bacteria. The first component and second component may be combined into a formulation prior to application onto the shelled egg surface. The method may additionally include applying the biocontrol combination onto shelled eggs. Also provided is a package including the biocontrol combination and instructions for use thereof. 146.-. (canceled)47. A method for improving quality of shelled eggs , the method comprising: at least one first component comprising particulate matter holding at least one natural oil, and', 'at least one second component comprising a cocktail of antagonistic bacteria,, 'applying onto the shelled egg a biocontrol formulation comprising'}said at least one first component and said at least one second component being combined into said formulation prior to application onto the shelled egg surface.48. The method of claim 47 , wherein the natural oil is plant oil.49. The method of claim 47 , wherein the natural oil comprises at least one essential oil.50. The method of claim 48 , wherein the plant oil is carbon-rich nutrient oil.51. The method of claim 47 , wherein said particulate matter is characterized by at least one of: (i) it comprises silica (SiO2) particles; (ii) it has a size distribution in the range of 10-25 μm; (iii) it has a surface area in the range of 400-500 m2 N2/g; and (iv) it has an oil capacity in the range of 300-350 DBP/100 gram particulate.52. The method of claim 47 , wherein said formulation further comprises at least one surfactant.53. The method of claim 47 , wherein said second component is in the form of a gel.54. The method of claim 47 , wherein the antagonistic bacteria is characterized by any one or ...

WEED CONTROL AND FERTILIZER

A composition for weed control and fertilizer comprising iron hydroxyl ethylenediaminetriacetic acid, humate, microelements, soy hydrolysate, calcium lignin, a natural-based wetting agent, molasses desurgarized solubles, and water, and may further comprise glycerin and/or preservatives, are provided. Methods for weed control and fertilization of plants comprising the steps of providing a composition comprising an effective amount of iron hydroxyl ethylenediaminetriacetic acid, humate, microelements, soy hydrolysate, calcium lignin, a natural-based wetting agent, and molasses desurgarized solubles, and applying an effective amount of the composition to soil or a plant or a weed, are also provided. 1. A concentrated composition for weed control and fertilizer comprising:iron hydroxyl ethylenediaminetriacetic acid, at approximately between 46.74% and 51.69% of the total weight;humate, at approximately between 1.84% and 2.5% of the total weight;microelements, at approximately between 1.45% and 1.67% of the total weight;soy hydrolysate, at approximately between 1.88% and 2.5% of the total weight;a wetting agent, at approximately between 0.34% and 0.42% of the total weight;molasses desugarized solubles, at approximately between 39.17% and 42.01% of the total weight; andcalcium lignin, at approximately between 3.24% and 3.58% of the total weight.2. The composition of further comprising glycerin claim 1 , at approximately between 0.35% and 0.43% of the total weight.3. The composition of further comprising a preservative.4. A method for weed control and fertilization comprising the steps of: iron hydroxyl ethylenediaminetriacetic acid, at approximately between 46.74% and 51.69% of the total weight;', 'humate, at approximately between 1.84% and 2.5% of the total weight;', 'microelements, at approximately between 1.45% and 1.67% of the total weight;', 'soy hydrolysate, at approximately between 1.88% and 2.5% of the total weight;', 'a wetting agent, at approximately between 0. ...

ORAL CARE COMPOSITION

An aqueous composition with a higher-than-neutral pH includes a significant amount of one or more surfactants and large amounts of osmotically active solutes. This composition, as well as an acidic counterpart and solid materials, can be used in a variety of applications such as wound care, oral care, medical equipment reprocessing, healthcare acquired infection and implant treatment. 1. An oral care composition useful for treating a microbe-induced condition of the oral cavity of a subject in need thereof , said oral care composition consisting of (1) an oral rinse containing eucalyptol , thymol , menthol , and methyl salicylate in an alcohol vehicle , (2) an aqueous composition consisting of dissociation products of at least one base and a phosphate or sulfate in water , and (3) from 0.5 to 1.8 g/L of at least one cationic surfactant , said oral care composition having a pH of from 7.5 to 10 and an osmolarity of from 1.25 to 2.5 Osm/L.2. The oral care composition of having an osmolarity of from 1.33 to 2.25 Osm/L.3. The oral care composition of having an osmolarity of from 1.5 to 2 Osm/L.4. The oral care composition of having an osmolarity of 1.75±0.075 Osm/L.5. The oral care composition of having a pH of from 7.7 to 9.8.6. The oral care composition of having a pH of about 9±0.5 pH units.7. The oral care composition of having a pH of about 9±0.3 pH units.8. The oral care composition of wherein said cationic surfactant is present at from 0.75 to 1.5 g/L.9. The oral care composition of wherein said cationic surfactant is present at from 0.8 to 1.4 g/L.10. The oral care composition of wherein said at least one cationic surfactant comprises cetylpyridinium chloride.11. The oral care composition of wherein said at least one cationic surfactant is cetylpyridinium chloride.12. An oral care composition useful for treating a microbe-induced condition of the oral cavity of a subject in need thereof claim 1 , said oral care composition consisting of (1) an oral rinse ...

Method for Producing Antimicrobial Polyester Fiber Yarn Containing Volcanic Ash

The present invention relates to a method for producing an antimicrobial polyester fiber yarn containing volcanic ash, the method comprising the steps of: crushing and heating volcanic ash, and allowing the heated volcanic ash to collide under an air stream in an air classifier mill system to obtain volcanic ash powder; subjecting the volcanic ash powder to nano-milling to obtain nano-sized volcanic ash particles; disintegrating the volcanic ash particles to prepare nano volcanic ash; mixing the prepared nano volcanic ash with polyester for fiber use at a weight ratio of 10:90-30:70, followed by melt extrusion, thereby preparing a highly dispersed volcanic ash master batch; and mixing the volcanic ash master batch with polyester for fiber use at a weight ratio of 4:96-8:92, followed by spinning to produce an antimicrobial polyester fiber yarn.

SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM WHOSE SURFACE HAS MICROBICIDAL ACTIVITY, MULTILAYER STRUCTURE HAVING SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, STERILIZATION METHOD WITH THE USE OF SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, METHOD FOR REACTIVATING SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, MOLD FOR PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, AND MOLD MANUFACTURING METHOD

A synthetic polymer film (A), (B) having a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp), wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp) is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film (A), (B); and the surface has a microbicidal effect. 119-. (canceled)20. A synthetic polymer film comprising a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions , wherein{'sub': 'p', 'a two-dimensional size Dof the plurality of first raised portions is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film; and'}the surface has a flat portion between adjoining first raised portions among the plurality of first raised portions.21. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein the two-dimensional size Dof the plurality of first raised portions is smaller than an adjoining distance Dof the plurality of first raised portions.22. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein a difference D−Dbetween an adjoining distance Dof the plurality of first raised portions and the two-dimensional size Dof the plurality of first raised portions is smaller than the two-dimensional size Dof the plurality of first raised portions.23. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein the plurality of first raised portions include a generally cylinder portion.24. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , wherein the plurality of first raised portions include a generally conical portion.25. The synthetic polymer film of claim 20 , whereinthe surface further comprises a plurality of second raised portions superimposedly formed over the plurality of first raised portions, and{'sub': 'p', 'a two-dimensional size of the plurality of second raised portions is smaller than the two-dimensional size Dof the plurality of first raised portions and does not exceed 100 nm.'}26. The synthetic polymer film of claim 25 , wherein ...

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS

The present invention relates to pesticidal compositions. In particular it relates to composition comprising a compound of formula (I) and a further active ingredient. Such compositions are useful for the control of pests and/or for improving the yield of crop plants. 3. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein (B) is difenoconazole.4. A composition according to further comprising one or more formulation adjuvants.5. A composition according to wherein the weight ratio of (A) to (B) is from 1:1 to 100:1.6. A composition according to wherein the weight ratio of (A) to (B) is from 2.5:1 to 40:1.7. A composition according to wherein the concentration of (A) is from 1 to 50 g/L.8. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the concentration of (B) is from 1 to 250 g/L.9Rhizoctonia solani, Pyricularia orzyaeGlomerella lagenarium. A method of controlling or comprising contacting the pests with the composition of .10Rhizoctonia solani, Pyricularia orzyaeGlomerella lagenarium.. Use of a composition according to for controlling or11. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein (B) is a protein hydrolysate.12. A composition according to claim 11 , wherein the protein hydrolysate is applied at a rate of 2 L/ha. The present invention relates to pesticidal compositions. In particular it relates to composition comprising a compound of formula (I)and a further active ingredient. Such compositions are useful for the control of pests and/or for improving the yield of crop plants.Certain substituted 6-anilinopurine derivatives are known in the art (for example WO2009/003428) to inhibit cytokinin oxidase, and may therefore be useful in controlling the levels of cytokinin in plants.According to the present invention, there is provided a composition comprising (A) a compound of formula (I),wherein R denotes one to five substituents independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, hydroxyl, amino, alkyloxy and alkyl; and R2 is selected from the group ...

PLANT GROWTH PROMOTING AGENT

A plant growth promoting agent which contains cellulose nanofibers and which is directly or indirectly applied to, sprinkled on, or sprayed on a plant. By using cellulose nanofibers having a specific average fiber diameter and a specific average fiber length, agglomeration of the cellulose fibers is thereby suppressed. This enables efficient insecticidal effect to be realized, wherein the insecticidally active ingredient is a non-chemosynthetic material. 1. A plant growth promoting agent which comprises cellulose nanofibers and which is directly or indirectly applied to , sprinkled on , or sprayed on a plant , wherein the insecticidally active ingredient is non-chemosynthetic material.2. The plant growth promoting agent as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cellulose nanofibers have a crystallinity degree of 50% or more and are capable of being sprayed together with a medium.3. The plant growth promoting agent as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cellulose nanofibers have an average thickness of 3 to 200 nm and are prepared by fibrillating cellulose having α-cellulose content of 60 to 99 wt. % by means of a highly pressurized water jet.4. The plant growth promoting agent as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cellulose nanofibers are prepared by causing a highly pressurized water jet with a pressure of about 50 to 400 MPa to collide against an aqueous slurry of 0.5 to 10 wt. % cellulose.5. The plant growth promoting agent as claimed in claim 1 , wherein cellulose nanofiber content in the medium is 0.01 to 4.0 wt. %.6. The plant growth promoting agent as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the cellulose nanofiber content in the medium is 0.05 to 0.15 wt. % to have acaricidal activity. The present invention relates to a plant growth promoting agent which comprises, as an active ingredient, cellulose nanofibers that have an average thickness of 3 to 200 nm and that are prepared by fibrillating cellulose by means of a highly pressurized water jet and which can be used in the form of ...

IMINO COMPOUNDS WITH A 2-CHLOROPYRIMIDIN-5-YL SUBSTITUENT AS PEST-CONTROL AGENTS

Provided herein are imino compounds of formula I 2. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein Y is 1-cyanocyclopropyl.3. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein Y is CHCN.4. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein{'sup': 1', '2, 'sub': 1', '4', '1', '4', '3', '6', '3', '6, 'Rand R, independently of each other, are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, CN, C-C-alkyl, C-C-haloalkyl, C-C-cycloalkyl and C-C-halocycloalkyl; or'}{'sup': 1', '2, 'Rand Rform, together with the carbon atom which they attached to, a 3-, 4- or 5-membered saturated carbocyclic ring.'}5. The compound as claimed in claim 4 , wherein both Rand Rare hydrogen.7. A mixture comprising at least one compound according to and at least one further pesticide.8. An agricultural or veterinary composition comprising at least one compound according to a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or at least one agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof and at least one inert liquid and/or solid agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable carrier.9. A method for combating or controlling invertebrate pests claim 1 , wherein the method comprises contacting said pest or its food supply claim 1 , habitat or breeding grounds with a pesticidally effective amount of at least one compound according to or a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or of an agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof.10. A method for protecting growing plants from attack or infestation by invertebrate pests claim 1 , wherein the method comprises contacting a plant claim 1 , or soil in which the plant is growing claim 1 , or water in which the plant is growing with a pesticidally effective amount of at least one compound according to or a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or of an agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof.11. A method for the protection of plant propagation material from soil insects and of the seedlings roots and shoots from soil and foliar insects the method ...

Herbicidal Compositions Comprising Isoxazolo[5,4-B]Pyridines

Herbicidal compositions comprising isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridines The present invention relates to herbicidal compositions comprising an isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridine and at least one further compound selected from herbicidally active compounds and, if desired, safeners. The present invention also relates to the use of such a composition for controlling unwanted vegetation and to a method for controlling unwanted vegetation, which comprises allowing a composition to act on plants, their seeds and/or their habitat. 2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 1 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , methyl or 1 claim 1 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the relative amount of the isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine compound of formula I to the at least one component B is from 250:1 to 1:250.4. An agrochemical composition comprising the herbicidal composition of claim 1 , at least one inert liquid and/or solid carrier and claim 1 , if desired claim 1 , at least one further additive.5. A method for controlling unwanted vegetation claim 1 , comprising allowing the composition of to act on plants claim 1 , their seeds and/or their habitat.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the unwanted vegetation is controlled in a crop field where crop plants are cultivated.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the crop plants are selected from cereals claim 6 , corn claim 6 , soybean claim 6 , rice claim 6 , millet claim 6 , oilseed rape claim 6 , cotton claim 6 , sugarcane claim 6 , potatoes claim 6 , legumes claim 6 , turf and permanent crops.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 7 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 7 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , methyl or 1 claim 7 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.9. The ...

Herbicidal Compositions Comprising Isoxazolo[5,4-B]Pyridines

Herbicidal compositions comprising isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridines The present invention relates to herbicidal compositions comprising an isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridine and at least one further compound selected from herbicidally active compounds and, if desired, safeners. The present invention also relates to the use of such a composition for controlling unwanted vegetation and to a method for controlling unwanted vegetation, which comprises allowing a composition to act on plants, their seeds and/or their habitat. 2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 1 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , methyl or 1 claim 1 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the relative amount of the isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine compound of formula Ito the at least one component B is from 250:1 to 1:250.4. An agrochemical composition comprising the herbicidal composition of claim 1 , at least one inert liquid and/or solid carrier and claim 1 , if desired claim 1 , at least one further additive.5. A method for controlling unwanted vegetation claim 1 , comprising allowing the composition of to act on plants claim 1 , their seeds and/or their habitat.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the unwanted vegetation is controlled in a crop field where crop plants are cultivated.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the crop plants are selected from cereals claim 6 , corn claim 6 , soybean claim 6 , rice claim 6 , millet claim 6 , oilseed rape claim 6 , cotton claim 6 , sugarcane claim 6 , potatoes claim 6 , legumes claim 6 , turf and permanent crops.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 7 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 7 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , methyl or 1 claim 7 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.9. The method ...

Herbicidal Compositions Comprising Isoxazolo[5,4-B]Pyridines

Herbicidal compositions comprising isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridines The present invention relates to herbicidal compositions comprising an isoxazolo[5,4-b]pyridine and at least one further compound selected from herbicidally active compounds and, if desired, safeners. The present invention also relates to the use of such a composition for controlling unwanted vegetation and to a method for controlling unwanted vegetation, which comprises allowing a composition to act on plants, their seeds and/or their habitat. 2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 1 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 1 , methyl or 1 claim 1 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the relative amount of the isoxazolo[5 claim 1 ,4-b]pyridine compound of formula Ito the at least one component B is from 250:1 to 1:250.4. An agrochemical composition comprising the herbicidal composition of claim 1 , at least one inert liquid and/or solid carrier and claim 1 , if desired claim 1 , at least one further additive.5. A method for controlling unwanted vegetation claim 1 , comprising allowing the composition of to act on plants claim 1 , their seeds and/or their habitat.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the unwanted vegetation is controlled in a crop field where crop plants are cultivated.7. The method of claim 6 , wherein the crop plants are selected from cereals claim 6 , corn claim 6 , soybean claim 6 , rice claim 6 , millet claim 6 , oilseed rape claim 6 , cotton claim 6 , sugarcane claim 6 , potatoes claim 6 , legumes claim 6 , turf and permanent crops.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein component A is an isoxazolo[5 claim 7 ,4-b]pyridine of formula (I) claim 7 , wherein Ris hydrogen claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , Ris cyclopropyl claim 7 , methyl or 1 claim 7 ,1-dimethylethoxy or an agriculturally useful salt thereof.9. The method ...

FUNGICIDAL ACTIVE COMPOUND COMBINATIONS

Safeners for herbicides are suitable for increasing the microbicidal activity of fungicides. 1. A method of increasing the microbiocidal activity of a fungicide comprising treating a seed or a plant with the fungicide and a safener , wherein the safener is mefenpyr-diethyl and wherein the fungicide is fluoxastrobin , trifloxystrobin , or spiroxamine , wherein the mefenpyr and the fungicide are applied to the seed or plant in synergistic amounts , wherein the weight ratio of mefenpyr to fungicide is from 50:1 to 1:50.2. The method according to wherein the seed or the plant is treated with a composition comprising the fungicide and the safener.3. The method according to wherein the seed is treated with the fungicide and the safener.4. The method according to wherein the plant is treated with the fungicide and the safener.5. The method according to wherein the seed is in contact with the fungicide and the safener.6. The method according to wherein the plant is in contact with the fungicide and the safener.7. The method according to wherein the plant is a transgenic plant.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the weight ratio of mefenpyr-diethyl to the fungicide 10:1 to 1:20.9. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fungicide is fluoxastrobin.10. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fungicide is trifloxystrobin.11. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the fungicide is spiroxamine.12. A method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi comprising treating a seed or a plant with mefenpyr-diethyl and a fungicide selected from fluoxastrobin claim 1 , trifloxystrobin claim 1 , or spiroxamine claim 1 , wherein the mefenpyr and the fungicide are applied to the seed or plant in a weight ratio from 50:1 to 1:50.13. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the fungi is plasmodiophoromycetes claim 12 , oomycetes claim 12 , chytridiomycetes claim 12 , zygomycetes claim 12 , ascomycetes claim 12 , basidiomycetes claim 12 , or deuteromycetes.14Erysiphe ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR REPELLING POLLINATING INSECTS AND PROTECTING PLANTS AND CROPS AGAINST INSECTS AND/OR NEMATODES

Compositions including (a) a pollinating insect repelling, controlling, or directing compound or composition and (b) a compound or composition capable of protecting seeds, plant parts, or plants against insect and/or nematode infestation are provided. The disclosure also provides for methods of repelling, controlling, or directing a pollinating insect, for example a bee, while protecting seeds, plant parts, and/or plants against insect and/or nematode infestation. Seeds, plants, and plant parts treated with compositions described herein are also provided for by the disclosure. 2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein Ris methyl or ethyl and Ris selected from the group consisting of methyl claim 1 , ethyl claim 1 , propyl claim 1 , isopropyl claim 1 , cyclopropyl claim 1 , butyl claim 1 , iso-butyl claim 1 , tert-butyl claim 1 , pentyl claim 1 , hexyl claim 1 , heptyl claim 1 , octyl claim 1 , nonyl claim 1 , decyl claim 1 , undecyl and substituted or non-substituted C-C-alkyl claim 1 , substituted or non-substituted C-Calkenyl claim 1 , a substituted or non-substituted C-C-alkynyl.3. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one compound of Formula (I)-(IX) is a C-Cketone.4. The composition according to claim 3 , wherein said C-Cketone is selected from the group consisting of 3-heptanone claim 3 , 4-heptanone claim 3 , cycloheptanone claim 3 , 2-octanone claim 3 , 3-octanone claim 3 , cyclooctanone claim 3 , 2-nonanone claim 3 , cyclononanone claim 3 , 2-decanone claim 3 , 3-decanone claim 3 , 4-decanone claim 3 , 5-decanone claim 3 , 2-undecanone claim 3 , 2-dodecanone claim 3 , 2-trideconone claim 3 , 2-tetradecanone claim 3 , 2-pentadecanone claim 3 , 2-hexadecanone claim 3 , 2-heptadecanone claim 3 , cyclodeconone claim 3 , and sulfur analogs of 2-decanone.5. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein said composition further comprises one or more of camphor claim 1 , camphor oil claim 1 , camphor powder claim 1 , tea tree oil ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR INCREASING PHOTOSYNTHESIS

A composition is provided, where the composition comprises an artificially structured material and an excipient, where the composition is a coating for an organism capable of photosynthesis; and incident light that is photosynthetically active is at least partially transmitted through the composition, whereas incident light that is not photosynthetically active is at least partially absorbed, reflected, emitted, or scattered by the composition. Also provided is an article including an organism, such as a plant, that is coated with any of the compositions described herein and a method for growing an organism capable of photosynthesis by coating the organism with any of the compositions described herein. 1. A composition comprising an artificially structured material and an excipient , wherein the composition is a coating for an organism capable of photosynthesis; andincident light that is photosynthetically active is at least partially transmitted through the composition; andincident light that is not photosynthetically active is at least partially absorbed, reflected, emitted, or scattered by the composition.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to enhance the organism's rate of photosynthesis.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to reduce photodamage to the organism.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to absorb incident near-UV photons in a radiationless mode.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating allows gas transfer into or out through the organism's surface.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to reduce thermoaquatic stress to the organism.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to absorb incident near-UV photons and fluoresce light that is photosynthetically active.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the coating is configured to scatter or fluoresce near-infrared (NIR) photons.9. The composition of claim 1 ...

STABILIZED FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING CYCLODEXTRIN

The present invention provides a liquid formulation comprising a) a triazole an/or pyrazole fungicide; and b) at least one cyclodextrin compound. The present invention also provides a method for inhibiting degradation of a triazole fungicide in a liquid formulation, comprising (a) packaging the formulation in a suitable container; (b) reducing oxygen exposure of the triazole fungicide in the formulation as compared to oxygen exposure of the triazole fungicide when the formulation is in contact with air; and (c) closing or sealing the container. 1. A liquid formulation comprising(a) a triazole fungicide and/or a pyrazole fungicide; and(b) at least one cyclodextrin compound.2. The liquid formulation according to claim 1 , wherein the triazole fungicide is selected from the group consisting of azaconazole claim 1 , bitertanol claim 1 , bromuconazole claim 1 , cyproconazole claim 1 , diclobutrazol claim 1 , difenoconazole claim 1 , diniconazole claim 1 , diniconazole-M claim 1 , epoxiconazole claim 1 , etaconazole claim 1 , fenbuconazole claim 1 , fluquinconazole claim 1 , flusilazole claim 1 , flutriafol claim 1 , furconazole claim 1 , furconazole-cis claim 1 , hexaconazole claim 1 , imibenconazole claim 1 , ipconazole claim 1 , metconazole claim 1 , myclobutanil claim 1 , paclobutrazol claim 1 , penconazole claim 1 , propiconazole claim 1 , prothioconazole claim 1 , quinconazole claim 1 , simeconazole claim 1 , tebuconazole claim 1 , tetraconazole claim 1 , triadimefon claim 1 , triadimenol claim 1 , triticonazole claim 1 , uniconazole claim 1 , uniconazole-P claim 1 , voriconazole claim 1 , and 1-(4-chlorophenyl)-2-(1H-1 claim 1 ,2 claim 1 ,4-triazol-1-yl)cycloheptanol; and wherein the pyrazole fungicide is selected from the group consisting of benzovindiflupyr claim 1 , bixafen claim 1 , fluindapyr claim 1 , fluxapyroxad claim 1 , furametpyr claim 1 , isopyrazam claim 1 , penflufen claim 1 , penthiopyrad claim 1 ,pydiflumetofen claim 1 , pyrapropoyne claim 1 , ...

Method to maximize insect mortality by placement of non-ingestible insect attractant in juxtaposition to ingestible insectcide

A method for use of ingestible boric acid as an insect-killing chemical to kill is disclosed, said boric acid being separate from and juxtaposed to honey made non-ingestible by absorption into wood, the presence of said non-ingestible honey stimulating feeding behavior by said which ingest the boric acid as they might ingest a food. 16-. (canceled)7Blatella germanicaBlatella germanica,. A method for killing comprising the impregnation of wood with honey , the absorption of said honey by said wood rendering said honey non-ingestible by said boric acid being placed onto said honey-impregnated wood as an ingestible insect killing compound. This application comprises the applicant's request for continued examination, and claims the benefit of the Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 62/387,858 filed on Jan. 6, 2016, by the current applicant.The following is representative of the custom blends type of approach to the use of boric acid in an insect-killing baitControl of insect pests, especially the common cockroach, remains a significant problem in the United States. The use of a bait for control of insects in homes and businesses, and the use of boric acid as an insect-killing chemical, are well known in the prior art. Pure boric acid itself has not, however, been used effectively as a bait in the prior art. Cockroaches may ignore, or in the worst case, even actively avoid pure boric acid when used as directed in the prior art.Duda Energy (LLC) suggests that pure boric acid can be used against cockroaches by spreading a light coating of the dry powder over areas where the insects are expected to crawl. The use of an attractant is not indicated by Duda Energy. If the cockroaches do crawl through the boric acid, the dry powder coats the body of the insect. Then, it is hoped, the cockroach will ingest a lethal amount of the boric acid in simply cleaning the powder from its body. This strongly distinguishes the current invention from the method of Duda Energy in that non ...

Aerosol Wildlife Scent Attractant and Distance Marker

An attractant and distance marking device for indicating predetermined distances from a hunting position, includes a solution having a dispersing agent and a suspension suspended in the dispersing agent. The suspension includes base paint, animal attractant, and pigment. A pressurized aerosol container has a body portion defining a sealed interior space and has an actuator, the interior space housing the solution, the actuator being configured to selectively disperse the solution from the interior space. The solution further includes an effective amount of thickening agent sufficient such that the solution has a consistency capable of adhering to environmental structure when dispersed from the interior space. 1. An attractant and distance marking device for indicating predetermined distances from a hunting position , comprising:a solution comprising a dispersing agent and a suspension suspended in said dispersing agent; said suspension comprising base paint, animal attractant, and pigment;a pressurized aerosol container having a body portion defining a sealed interior space and having an actuator, said interior space housing said solution, said actuator being configured to selectively disperse said solution from said interior space;wherein said solution further includes an effective amount of thickening agent sufficient such that said solution has a consistency capable of adhering to environmental structure when dispersed from said interior space.2. The attractant and distance marking device as in claim 1 , wherein said animal attractant is selected from the list consisting of: pure animal urine claim 1 , animal gland secretions claim 1 , and synthetic perfumes.3. The attractant and distance marking device as in claim 2 , wherein said animal attractant is deer urine from a male or female deer.4. The attractant and distance marking device as in claim 1 , wherein said animal attractant has no scent discernible to humans.5. The attractant and distance marking device as ...

METHOD FOR MAKING LOW NITROSAMINE CONTENTS TOBACCO

A method for making tobacco provides to use chestnut (Mill.) tannin extract or fractions thereof to reduce the tobacco nitrosamines, the chestnut tannin extract or fractions being applied to the tobacco plants on the field, through the soil or directly on the pre-harvested tobacco leaves, or in a tobacco post-harvesting step for manufacturing finished products, thereby, in addition to reducing nitrosamines, the method also increases the antioxidating and antiradical secondary metabolites; the method being applied to all tobacco types, such as flue-cured, air-cured, fire-cured and sun-cured tobacco. 1. A method for making tobacco , characterized in that said method comprises to use chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof to reduce a formation of tobacco nitrosamines.2. A method according to claim 1 , characterized in that said chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof are exclusively concentrated by physical means claim 1 , without using chemical additives.3. A method according to claim 2 , characterized in that said physical means consist of a reverse osmosis and nanofiltration.4. A method according to claim 1 , characterized in that said chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof are applied to the soil claim 1 , near the tobacco plants claim 1 , as conveyed by irrigation water or a fertilizing material.5. A method according to claim 1 , characterized in that said chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof are applied either to a whole tobacco plant or tobacco leaves in a pre-harvesting operation.6. A method according to claim 1 , characterized in that said chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof are applied either to a whole tobacco plant or tobacco leaves in a post-harvesting operation.7. A method according to claim 4 , characterized in that said chestnut tannin extract or fractions thereof are applied as an aqueous solution having a concentration from 0.1 to 50% claim 4 , preferably from 5 to 10% claim 4 , in several operations during the ...

ORGANIC PRUNING WOUND COMPOSITION

The disclosure describes a composition for use in treating wounds in trees, plants and vines. In addition, the disclosure provides a method of making the compositions and their use in treating fungal infections of pruning wounds. 1. A method of treating pruning wounds on a plant , vine , or tree comprising contacting and sealing the wound with a composition comprising a wax and a softening agent in a ratio of 1:10 to 1:2 wherein the wax is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene wax , camuba wax , paraffin wax , polypropylene wax , oxidized polyethylene wax , montan wax , microcrystalline wax , Fischer-Tropsch wax , amide wax , ethylene-acrylic-acid wax , polyolefin wax , ethylene bis stearamide wax , bees wax , lanolin wax , candelilla wax , carnauba wax , esparto grass wax , cork wax , guaruma wax , rice germ oil wax , sugarcane wax , berry wax , ouricury wax , jojoba wax , shea butter , shellac wax , spermaceti , uropygial grease , ceresin , ozocerite (earth wax) , sunflower wax , lemon wax , grape fruit wax , laurel wax , vegetable wax and any combination thereof; and the softening agent is selected from the group consisting of mineral oil , corn oil , casteroil , palm oil , palm kernel oil , soybean oil , cottonseed oil , tall oil , lard oil , oleic oil , rape oil , linseed oil , olive oil , peanut oil , fish oil , soybean oil , sesame oil , hemp seed oil , perilla oil , styrax oil , oiticica oil , kayo oil , walnut oil , cashew oil , poppy seed oil , safflower oil , watermelon seed oil , sunflower oil , rice bran oil , pumpkin seed oil , tsubaki oil , crystalis oil , kaoliang oil , ergot oil , bone oil , shark oil , sardine oil , pike oil , herring oil , saurel oil , cod oil , cuttlefish oil , trout oil , mullet oil , tuna oil , menuke oil , menhadden oil , eel oil , whale oil , liver oil , chinawood oil , plant oil , vegetable oil , animal oil and any combination thereof.2. A composition comprisinga wax selected from the group consisting of ...

FORMULATION AND METHODS FOR CONTROL OF WEEDY SPECIES

A formulation is provided for application to a host plant to reduce, inhibit or impair one or more of growth and development of the host plant. A method of inhibiting growth plant growth and development is also provided as a means of controlling weedy species. The method comprises: selecting a suitable gene for growth suppression in a target plant; identifying an at least one target site accessible to base pairing in the suitable gene; identifying an at least one divergent site in the at least one target site; designing a construct complementary to the at least one divergent site; adding an at least one RNAi inducer to the construct; and delivering the construct to the target plant. 1. A method of designing a species-specific gene construct for RNAi suppression of growth of a target plant species , the method comprising the steps of:selecting a target gene for growth suppression;identifying at least one target site accessible to base pairing in the target gene;identifying at least one divergent site in the at least one target site;designing a nucleotide sequence targeting construct complementary to the at least one divergent site; andincorporating at least one RNAi inducer to the nucleotide sequence construct, thereby designing a RNAi payload construct for RNAi suppression of growth of the target plant species.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the nucleotide sequence targeting construct contains a region that is complementary to one of a starvation gene or a senescence gene or an apoptosis gene or an autophagy gene or a RNA-induced silencing complex.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the starvation gene is one of a TOR gene claim 2 , an ATG5 gene claim 2 , a PDS gene claim 2 , a PAD4 gene claim 2 , an ACD1 gene claim 2 , an HDH gene claim 2 , an AthMEE2 gene claim 2 , an ICDH gene.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the senescence gene is one of an ATG5 gene or a BECLIN1 gene or a B1-1 gene or a CAT1 gene or a PDS gene or an ESR gene or a SAG12 gene or a PAD4 gene ...

Method for Altering Photosynthetic Growth

A method for enhancing or reducing photosynthetic activity, wherein non-toxic pigmented matter is applied to a photosynthetic organism. Depending on the composition of the pigmented matter, the method will have the effect of enhancing, reducing, or inhibiting photosynthetic activity. 1. A method for reducing or enhancing the photosynthetic activity of a photosynthetic organism , the method comprising: 'non-toxic organic or inorganic compounds.', 'administering a form of pigmented matter to the photosynthetic organism, the pigmented matter selected from a list of2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the pigmented matter is mixed with at least one other substance to form a pigmented mixture.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is water.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is an adhesive.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is a fertilizer.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is a vitamin.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is a any other plant nutrient.8. The method of claim 2 , wherein the at least one other substance is clove oil or any other pesticide.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the pigmented matter to the photosynthetic organism comprises spraying the pigmented matter onto the leaves and/or stem of the photosynthetic organism.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the pigmented matter to the photosynthetic organism comprises wiping the pigmented matter onto the leaves and/or stem of the photosynthetic organism.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the pigmented matter to the photosynthetic organism comprises spraying the pigmented matter onto the soil or other media in which the photosynthetic organism is growing.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein providing the pigmented matter to the photosynthetic organism comprises irrigating the soil in which the photosynthetic organism is ...

Nonaqueous pesticide suspension comprising a water soluble solvent, an inorganic thickener, and an alkoxylate

Provided herein is a liquid, nonaqueous composition including a pesticide in form of suspended particles, a water soluble solvent, an inorganic thickener, and an alkoxylate. Further provided herein is a method for the preparation of the composition, wherein the pesticide, the water soluble solvent, the inorganic thickener, and the alkoxylate are contacted. Additionally provided herein is a method for controlling phytopathogenic fungi, undesired plant growth, and/or undesired attack by insects or mites, and/or for regulating the growth of plants, wherein the composition acts on the particular pests, their habitat, the plants to be protected from the particular pest, the soil, the undesired plants, the useful plants, and/or the habitat of each plant.

XYLOPHAGE CONTROL USING ANTIMETHANOGENIC REAGENTS

A method for controlling xylophages (e.g., termites, Asian Beetle, Emerald Ash borer, Weevils, Deathwatch Caterpillars, cockroaches) by inhibiting methane production of methanogenic Archaea in the digestive tract thereof. The inhibiting of the critical biochemical pathways specific to the methanogenic Archaea is achieved by contacting the xylophage with one or more antimethanogenic reagent (AMR) compounds. The AMRs may include, for example, naturally-occurring statins (which may be found in red yeast rice) or derivatives thereof, linoleic acid or related compounds, essential oils, certain synthetic compounds or combinations thereof. As a result, the effectiveness of the methanogenic Archaea to produce methane is compromised. This subsequently results into the malfunctioning of the xylophages' digestive system and provides a safe, natural, green and sustainable means of controlling the xylophages. 1. A method of xylophage control , the method comprising contacting a xylophage with an effective amount of an antimethanogenic reagent (AMR) , wherein the AMR inhibits methane production of indigenous symbiotic Archaea located in a gut of the xylophage thus altering a life cycle of the xylophage.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the AMR is a synthetic compound.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic compound includes diallyl disulfide.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic compound includes diallyl trisulfide.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic compound includes ethyl propionate.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the synthetic compound is selected from the group consisting of diallyl disulfide claim 2 , diallyl trisulfide claim 2 , ethyl propionate claim 2 , and combinations thereof.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the AMR includes a naturally-occurring statin or derivatives thereof.8. The method of claim 1 , where the AMR includes linoleic acid or a related compound.9. The method of claim 1 , where the AMR includes an essential oil.10. ...

COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLED DELIVERY OF VOLATILE VAPORS

The present disclosure provides solid compositions comprising a sorbent and an active composition, as well as delivery devices comprising the solid compositions. The disclosure also provides methods of making the solid compositions, as well as methods of utilizing the solid compositions as a pest repellant and as attractant for targets. 1. A solid composition comprising i) a sorbent and ii) an active composition , wherein the sorbent is a wax.2. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the wax is a paraffin wax claim 1 , a microcrystalline wax claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the active composition is selected from the group consisting of a garlic oil claim 1 , a garlic essential oil claim 1 , a garlic blend oil claim 1 , an orange oil claim 1 , a peppermint oil claim 1 , a lavender oil claim 1 , a lemongrass oil claim 1 , and any combination thereof.4. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the active composition is a garlic oil.5. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the active composition comprises one or more pheromones.6. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the active composition is a volatile composition claim 1 , and wherein the solid composition is capable of releasing the volatile composition for at least 100 days.7. The solid composition of claim 1 , wherein the active composition is a volatile composition claim 1 , and wherein the solid composition is capable of releasing the volatile composition for at least 300 days.8. A method of repelling a pest claim 1 , said method comprising the step of placing a solid composition comprising i) a sorbent and ii) an active composition in an area wherein the pest may be present claim 1 , wherein the sorbent is a wax.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the pest is an insect.10. The method of claim 8 , wherein the wax is a paraffin wax claim 8 , a microcrystalline wax claim 8 , or a combination thereof.11. The method of claim 8 , wherein the active ...

FORMULATIONS AND METHODS FOR CONTROL OF WEEDY SPECIES

A formulation is provided for application to a host plant to reduce, inhibit or impair one or more of growth and development of the host plant. A method of inhibiting growth plant growth and development is also provided as a means of controlling weedy species. The method comprises: selecting a suitable gene for growth suppression in a target plant; identifying an at least one target site accessible to base pairing in the suitable gene; identifying an at least one divergent site in the at least one target site; designing a construct complementary to the at least one divergent site; adding an at least one RNAi inducer to the construct; and delivering the construct to the target plant. 1. A method of designing a species-specific gene construct for RNAi suppression of growth of a target plant species , the method comprising the steps of:selecting a target gene for growth suppression;identifying at least one target site accessible to base pairing in the target gene;identifying at least one divergent site in the at least one target site;designing a nucleotide sequence targeting construct complementary to the at least one divergent site; andincorporating at least one RNAi inducer to the nucleotide sequence construct, thereby designing a RNAi payload for RNAi suppression of growth of the target plant species.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the nucleotide sequence targeting construct is one of SEQ ID NO:13 or SEQ ID NO:14 or SEQ ID NO:15 or SEQ ID NO:16 or homologs thereof or combinations thereof.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the nucleotide sequence targeting construct contains a region complementary to one of SEQ ID NO:1 or SEQ ID NO:2 or SEQ ID NO:3 or SEQ ID NO:4 or SEQ ID NO:5 or SEQ ID NO:6 or SEQ ID NO:7 or SEQ ID NO:8 or SEQ ID NO:9 or SEQ ID NO:10 or SEQ ID NO:11 or SEQ ID NO:12 or SEQ ID NO:17 or SEQ ID NO:18 or SEQ ID NO:19 or SEQ ID NO:20 or SEQ ID NO:21 or SEQ ID NO:24 or SEQ ID NO:28 or SEQ ID NO:67 or SEQ ID NO:68 or SEQ ID NO:69 or SEQ ID NO:70 or SEQ ...

AUTOMATIC MONITORING OF INSECT POPULATIONS

Illustrative embodiments of integrated pest management (IPM) systems and electronic insect monitoring devices (EIMDs) are disclosed. In some embodiments, the EIMDs may each comprise a lure for attracting at least one target insect species, one or more sensors configured to generate one or more output signals in response to an individual insect approaching the lure, and an electronic controller configured to count a number of individual insects approaching the lure. In some embodiments, the IPM system may comprise a plurality of EIMDs configured to communicate over a wireless network shared by the plurality of EIMDs. 1. An electronic insect monitoring device (EIMD) comprising:a lure for attracting at least one target insect species;one or more sensors configured to generate one or more output signals in response to an individual insect approaching the lure; andan electronic controller configured to count a number of individual insects approaching the lure.2. The EIMD of claim 1 , wherein the electronic controller is configured to determine if the individual insect approaching the lure belongs to the at least one target insect species by analyzing at least one of a slope claim 1 , an amplitude claim 1 , a rise time claim 1 , a fall time claim 1 , a width claim 1 , and a ringing frequency of an electrical pulse of the one or more output signals.3. The EIMD of claim 1 , further comprising one or more additional sensors selected from the group consisting of bio-impedance sensors claim 1 , ultrasonic sensors claim 1 , and optical sensors claim 1 , the one or more additional sensors configured to generate one or more output signals in response to an individual insect approaching the lure.4. The EIMD of claim 3 , wherein the electronic controller is configured to determine if the individual insect approaching the lure belongs to the at least one target insect species by applying a sensor fusion algorithm to the one or more output signals generated by the one or more sensors ...

Preservative composition for wood based on modified lignin

A method for preparing a wood preservative composition, includes modifying lignin with Na2B4O7 or NaNO3 and then with a chromium (II) salt, copper (II), cadmium (II) or zinc (II), for example, metal nitrates (Cr(NO3)2, Cu(NO3)2, Cd(NO3)2, Zn(NO3)2); to the preservative obtainable by this method; and to a method for preserving wood; and to the preserved wood. The preservative prevents degradation by xylophagous and fungal agents, and also improves some properties of the wood, and the hygroscopicity and fire resistance.

Methods for predicting the efficacy of treatment

Clinical tests for testing therapeutic sensitivity of cancerous breast tissue and methods and kits for performing the same are described herein. Embodiments of the present invention are directed to methods for predicting the efficacy of treatment of breast cancer. In addition, certain embodiments are directed to a kit for testing therapeutic sensitivity of breast cancer tissue.

COMPLEX ENZYME-CONTAINED FUNCTIONAL ORE POWDER AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING THE SAME

The present invention relates to a complex enzyme-contained functional ore powder which can be used in textile products, particularly clothes such as socks, gloves, and undergarments, and bedding such as quilt, bed cover, and pillow cover; and a process for producing the same. 1. A complex enzyme-contained functional ore powder comprising , based on a total of 100 weight percent of the ore powder ,15 to 40% by weight of zeolite,15 to 20% by weight of illite, 15 to 20% by weight of amphibole,10 to 20% by weight of barley stone,10 to 20% by weight of tourmaline,5 to 15% 5 to 15% by weight of terra alba,4 to 10% by weight of biotite, and1 to 5% of complex enzyme.2. The complex enzyme-contained functional ore powder according to claim 1 , wherein the complex enzyme is prepared by pulverizing fruit vegetables claim 1 , leaf vegetables claim 1 , root vegetables claim 1 , grains claim 1 , herbaceous plants claim 1 , ivy tree claim 1 , red ginseng and zeolite into nano-sized particles claim 1 , mixing them with stirring claim 1 , aging at a temperature 30 to 40° C. and a pH of 5.8 to 8.5 for 6 to 7 hours and then pulverizing them again.3. A process for producing the complex enzyme-contained functional ore powder claim 1 , wherein the process comprisesa step of attaching a silver foil to the mesh stainless steel located on the inner surfaces of inner furnace;a step of pulverizing zeolite, illite, amphibole, barley stone, tourmaline, terra alba, and biotite in the furnace;a step of heating the powder up to 1,000° C. by microwave; anda step of adjusting the pH of the powder to 8.5 or less followed by adding a complex enzyme thereto. This application claims priority to and the benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2019-0001067, filed on Jan. 4, 2019, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present invention relates to a complex enzyme-contained functional ore powder which can be used in textile products, particularly clothes such as ...

INSECT PEST REPELLANT (AS AMENDED)

The present invention provides an insect pest repellant and a method for repelling insect pest using the same, which is highly transported by the insect pests and which effectively exterminates insect pests and does not badly affect ecological system. The present invention is to provide an insect pest repellant comprising, in a mixed condition, (A) a dummy egg imitating an egg of an insect pest, formed from a particulate substrate on which an egg recognizing pheromone is coated, and (B) a particle containing an active component for repelling the insect pest either on a surface or in an inside of the particle. 1. An insect pest repellant comprising , in a mixed condition , (A) a dummy egg imitating an egg of an insect pest , formed from a particulate substrate on which an egg recognizing pheromone is coated , and (B) a particle containing an active component for repelling the insect pest either on a surface or in an inside of the particle.2. The insect pest repellant according to claim 1 , wherein the dummy egg (A) and the particle (B) are adhered or glued to each other.3. The insect pest repellant according to claim 1 , wherein the active component for repelling the insect pest contained in the particle (B) is selected from one or more groups consisting of an insecticide component claim 1 , an incubation inhibitor claim 1 , a reproduction inhibitor and a growth inhibitor.4. The insect pest repellant according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate substrate of the dummy egg (A) is formed from inorganic material.5. The insect pest repellant according to claim 1 , wherein the particle (B) is a seamless capsule.6. The insect pest repellant according to claim 1 , wherein the insect pest is a termite.7. A method for repelling an insect pest claim 1 , wherein the insect pest repellant of is supplied to the insect pest and is transported by the insect pest to its nest by an egg transporting behavior of the insect pest. The present invention is related to an insect pest ...

N-HETARYL(THIO)CARBONYL-2-(BENZOCYCLOALKEN-1-YL)CYCLAMINES AND THEIR USE AS FUNGICIDES

The present invention relates to fungicidal N-hetarylcarbonyl-2-(benzocycloalken-1-yl)piperidines or pyrrolidines of formula (I), and their thiocarbonyl derivatives, wherein A represents a carbo-linked, unsaturated or partially saturated, 5-membered heterocyclyl group that can be substituted by up to four groups R that can be the same or different; T represents 0 or S; n represents 1 or 2; m represents 1, 2 or 3; p represents 1, 2, 3 or 4, Land Lindependently represent CZZ, NZ, 0, S, S(O) or S(0); and R and Z-Zare as defined in the claims; their process of preparation and intermediate compounds for their preparation, their use as fungicides, particularly in the form of fungicidal compositions and methods for the control of phytopathogenic fungi of plants using these compounds or their compositions. 3. A compound according to wherein A is selected in the list consisting of A; A; A; Aand A.4. A compound according to wherein A represents Awherein Rrepresents a substituted or non-substituted C-C-alkyl claim 3 , C-C-halogenoalkyl comprising up to 9 halogen atoms that can be the same or different; substituted or non-substituted C-C-alkoxy;{'sup': 35', '36, 'sub': 1', '5, 'Rrepresents a hydrogen atom or a halogen atom and Rrepresents a substituted or non-substituted C-C-alkyl.'}5. A compound according to wherein A represents Awherein Rrepresents C-C-alkyl claim 1 , C-C-halogenoalkyl comprising up to 3 halogen atoms that can be the same or different; Rrepresents a hydrogen atom; a chlorine atom; or a fluorine atom; and Rrepresents a methyl.6. A compound according to wherein T represents O.7. A compound according to wherein m represents 1 or 2.8. A compound according to wherein Lrepresents CZZ.9. A compound according to wherein Lrepresents CZZ claim 1 , O or S.10. A compound according to wherein Lrepresents CZZ.11. A compound according to wherein Lrepresents O.12. A compound according to wherein Zor Zor both represents a hydrogen atom.13. A compound according to wherein ...

SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM WHOSE SURFACE HAS MICROBICIDAL ACTIVITY, MULTILAYER STRUCTURE HAVING SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, STERILIZATION METHOD WITH THE USE OF SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, METHOD FOR REACTIVATING SURFACE OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, MOLD FOR PRODUCTION OF SYNTHETIC POLYMER FILM, AND MOLD MANUFACTURING METHOD

A synthetic polymer film (A), (B) having a surface which has a plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp), wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions (Ap), (Bp) is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film (A), (B); and the surface has a microbicidal effect. 119-. (canceled)20. A method for sterilizing a gas or liquid by bringing the gas or liquid into contact with a surface of a synthetic polymer film comprising the surface which has a plurality of first raised portions , wherein a two-dimensional size of the plurality of first raised portions is in a range of more than 20 nm and less than 500 nm when viewed in a normal direction of the synthetic polymer film;a static contact angle of the surface with respect to hexadecane is not more than 51°; andthe surface has a microbicidal effect.21. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein a static contact angle of the surface with respect to hexadecane is not more than 310.22. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein a static contact angle of the surface with respect to water is not more than 1330.23. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein an adjoining distance of the plurality of first raised portions is more than 20 nm and not more than 1000 nm.24. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein a height of the plurality of first raised portions is not less than 50 nm and less than 500 nm.25. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein the plurality of first raised portions are capable of warping when coming in contact with a microorganism.26. The method for sterilizing the gas or liquid of claim 20 , wherein a normal to a lateral surface of the plurality of first raised portions forms an inclination angle with respect to a direction perpendicular to the normal direction of the synthetic polymer ...

Herbal compositions and method for preparing thereof

The present invention relates to herbal compositions and method for preparing thereof. The herbal composition is derived from pulverizing at least two herbal materials selected from a group of herbal materials consisting of Panax ginseng, Glycyrrhiza uralensis, Agrimonia pilosa, Gynostemma pentaphyllum, asparagus, and mushroom. The pulverized herbal materials are combined to obtain a mixed herbal powder which is then extracted with a solvent to obtain a concentrated herbal extract, wherein the concentrated herbal extract is dried to obtain a dry powder of the herbal compositions.

Fungicidal compositions comprising a carboxamide

A method of controlling phytopathogenic diseases on useful plants or on propagation material thereof, which comprises applying to the useful plants, the locus thereof or propagation material thereof a combination of components (A) and (B) in a synergistically effective amount, wherein component (A) is a compound of formula I compound of formula I wherein R is hydrogen or methoxy; Q is R 1 is hydrogen, halogen or C 1 -C 6 alkyl; R 2 is hydrogen, halogen, C 1 -C 6 alkyl, C 2 -C 6 alkenyl, C 3 -C 6 alkinyl, C 3 -C 6 cycloalkyl-C 3 -C 6 alkinyl, halophenoxy, halophenyl-C 3 -C 6 alkinyl, C(C 1 -C 4 alkyl)═NO—C 1 -C 4 alkyl, C 1 -C 6 haloalkyl, C 1 -C 6 haloalkoxy, C 2 -C 6 haloalkenyl, or C 2 -C 6 haloalkenyloxy; R 3 is hydrogen, halogen, C 1 -C 6 alkyl; R 4 , R 5 and R 6 , independently from each other, are hydrogen, halogen or —≡—R 7 ; with the proviso that at least one of R 4 , R 5 and R 6 is different from hydrogen; R 7 is hydrogen, C 1 -C 6 alkyl, C 1 -C 6 haloalkyl or C 1 -C 4 alkoxyalkyl; and R 8 is hydrogen or methoxy; and agrochemically acceptable salts/isomers/structural isomers/stereoisomers/diastereoisomers/enantiomers/tautomers and N-oxides of those compounds; and component (B) is a compound selected from compounds known for their fungicidal and/or insecticidal activity, is particularly effective in controlling or preventing fungal diseases of useful plants.

WATER-SOLUBLE CONTROLLED RELEASE COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME

The present invention relates generally to a water-soluble controlled release composition for eradication or control of insects and/or vegetation in a body of water, comprising: a water-soluble polymer acting as a matrix composition which can float in water; at least one active ingredient for eradicating or controlling a targeted insect and/or vegetation, the release of the active ingredient is regulated by the gradual dissolution of the composition; a surfactant; and a binder in an amount suitable to allow for blending of the above ingredients into a matrix composition. The invention also provides methods for making the composition and using the composition. 1. A buoyant water-soluble controlled release composition for eradicating or controlling insects and/or vegetation in a body of water , comprising:a water-soluble polymer;at least one active agent;at least one surfactant; anda binder, whereinthe binder comprises at least one hydroxyl moiety.2. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein: the at least one active agent is present in an amount of from 0.1 to 50.0 wt %;', 'the at least one surfactant is present in an amount of from 5.0 to 35.0 wt %; and, 'the water-soluble polymer is present in an amount of from 35.0 to 60.0 wt %;'}the binder is present in an amount of from 10.0 to 50.0 wt %.3. The composition according to claim 2 , wherein: the at least one active agent is present in an amount of from 6.0 to 15.0 wt %;', 'the at least one surfactant is present in an amount of from 7.5 to 22.0 wt %;, 'the water-soluble polymer is present in an amount of from 38.0 to 59.5 wt % (e.g. from 45.0 to 59.5 wt %);'}the binder is present in an amount of from 22.7 to 40.0 wt %.4. The composition according to claim 2 , wherein: the at least one active agent is present in an amount of from 0.3 to 2.5 wt %;', 'the at least one surfactant is present in an amount of from 7.5 to 22.0 wt %;, 'the water-soluble polymer is present in an amount of from 38.0 to 59.5 wt % (e.g. from ...

METHODS AND SOLUTIONS FOR KILLING OR DEACTIVATING SPORES

Exemplary methods and systems for killing or deactivating spores include applying a fluid to a surface containing a spore; and applying direct or indirect plasma to the surface for a period of time. In some embodiments, the fluid includes water. In some embodiments, the spore is and in some is . In some embodiments, the fluid is in the form of a mist and in some is in the form of a vapor. In some embodiments, peroxynitrite is created in the fluid during the method. Another exemplary embodiment of killing or deactivating a spore includes treating spores with direct plasma or an indirect plasma for a period of time and applying an antimicrobial to the spores. In some embodiments, the antimicrobial is an alcohol, a bleach or an alcohol-based sanitizer. 1. A method of killing or deactivating a spore comprising:applying a fluid to a dry spore surface containing one or more spores andapplying direct plasma to the surface for a period of time.2. The method of wherein the fluid comprises water.3. The method of further comprising an additive in the water.4Clostridium difficile.. The method of wherein the spore is5Bacillus anthracis. The method of wherein the spore is6. The method of wherein the fluid is in the form of a mist.7. The method of wherein the mist comprises droplets having a volume of between about 0.1 microliter and 500 microliters.8. The method of wherein the mist comprises droplets having a volume of less than about 250 microliters.9. The method of wherein the mist comprises droplets having a volume of less than about 100 microliters.10. The method of wherein the fluid is in the form of a vapor.11. The method of wherein the treatment time is less than about 3 minutes.12. The method of wherein the treatment time is less than about 1 minutes.13. The method of wherein the treatment time is less than about 30 seconds.14. The method of further comprising creating peroxynitrite in the fluid.15. A method of killing or deactivating a spore comprising:applying a fluid ...

Modulation of plant biology

A method of effecting at least one biological process in a plant is disclosed. The method comprises contacting a part of a seed, a plant, or the locus thereof with a mixture comprising an agriculturally acceptable mixture of (i) complex polymeric polyhydroxy acids and (ii) a phytotoxic amount of one or more alkali (earth) salts and/or a synergistic amount of at least one source of an agriculturally acceptable transition metal ions.

Active Substances for Increasing the Stress Defense in Plants to Abiotic Stress, and Methods of Finding Them

The invention relates to a method of finding compounds which increase the tolerance of plants to abiotic stress factors acting on this plant, such as, for example, temperature (such as chill, frost or heat), water (such as dryness, drought or anoxia), or the chemical load (such as lack of or excess of mineral salts, heavy metals, gaseous noxious substances) by increasing the expression of plant-endogenous proteins, and to the use of these compounds for increasing the tolerance in plants to abiotic stress factors.

PESTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND PROCESSES RELATED THERETO

This document discloses molecules having the following formula (“Formula One”):

COMPOSITIONS FOR IMPROVING AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION

According to the present invention there is provided a composition for treating plants seeds and soils for improvement of soil microbiology populations to facilitate enhanced plant growth wherein the composition comprises at least one bioflavonoid and at least one organic acid. Preferably, the composition includes at least one wetting agent. More preferably, the at least one wetting agent is a natural plant extract. The at least one bioflavonoid may be a natural plant extract. Further, the organic acid may be a naturally produced organic acid. 1. A composition for improvement of soil condition to facilitate enhanced plant growth wherein the composition comprises:at least one bioflavonoid; andat least one organic acid.2. A composition according to claim 1 , wherein the composition includes at least one wetting agent.3. A composition according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one wetting agent is a natural plant extract.4. A composition according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one bioflavonoid is a natural plant extract.5. A composition according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one organic acid is naturally produced.6. A composition according to being in the form of a liquid.7. A composition according to claim 2 , wherein the composition comprises 0.25 to 4 ml in a topical composition per litre of water or other diluting agent.8. A composition according to claim 7 , wherein the topical composition is suitable for application to plant foliar including roots claim 7 , leaves9. A composition according to claim 7 , wherein the topical composition is suitable for application as an irrigation additive.10. A composition according to claim 2 , comprising:between 10% to 20% (by weight) bioflavonoid; orbetween 30% to 60% (by weight) organic acid; and/orbetween 10% to 20% (by weight) wetting agent.11. A composition according to claim 2 , comprising:between 10% to 20% (by weight) bioflavonoid which is a natural plant extract; orbetween 30% to 60% (by weight) organic acid ...

Pesticidal Composition

There is described a pesticidal composition comprising an insect feeding stimulant and a pesticidally effective amount of one or more terpenes. 1. A pesticidal composition comprising an insect feeding stimulant and a pesticidally effective amount of one or more terpenes.2. (canceled)3. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the insect feeding stimulant material comprises one or more sugars.4. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the insect feeding stimulant material comprises one or more of a monosaccharide claim 1 , disaccharide claim 1 , trisaccharide claim 1 , oligosaccharide or polysaccharide.5. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the insect feeding stimulant material comprises from about 0.5% to about 50% w/w of the total pesticidal composition.67.-. (canceled)8. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the terpene is present in a pesticidal amount.9. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the pesticidal amount of the terpene is from about 0.1% w/w to about 50% w/w.1011.-. (canceled)12. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the pest targeted is one or more hematophagous arthropods.1314.-. (canceled)15. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the hematophagous arthropods are selected from the group of insects and arachnids.16. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the hematophagous arthropods are selected from the group consisting of ticks claim 12 , lice claim 12 , fleas claim 12 , mites claim 12 , mosquitoes claim 12 , midges and sandflies.1720.-. (canceled)21. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the one or more terpenes is in encapsulated form.22. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the one or more terpenes is encapsulated within hollow microparticles.23. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the hollow microparticles are hollow glucan particles or hollow yeast cell wall particles.2425.-. (canceled)26. A pesticidal composition according to wherein the hollow microparticles ...

Plant growth regulation compositions and methods using gibberellin biosynthesis inhibitor combinations

Described are plant growth regulation compositions and methods utilizing combinations of Class A and Class B gibberellin biosynthesis inhibitors. Preferred methods and compositions involve the combination of trinexapac-ethyl with either or both of flurprimidol and paclobutrazol, in particular to provide a synergistic effect in the regulation of the growth of turfgrass.

SYNERGISTIC PESTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DELIVERY OF ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

Compositions and methods for increasing the efficacy of pesticidal compositions are described herein, including synergistic pesticidal compositions comprising a pesticidal active ingredient and a C4-C10 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid or an agriculturally compatible salt thereof and methods for delivery of said pesticidal compositions. Some pesticidal compositions and methods as described are directed to compositions and methods for increasing the efficacy of fungicides. Some pesticidal compositions and methods as described are directed to compositions and methods for increasing the efficacy of nematicides. Some pesticidal compositions and methods as described are directed to compositions and methods for increasing the efficacy of insecticides. Methods for enhancing the activity pesticidal active ingredients in pesticidal compositions in use are also described. 1. A synergistic pesticidal composition comprisinga pesticidal active ingredient; anda C4-C10 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid or an agriculturally compatible salt thereof;wherein a ratio of the concentrations of said pesticidal active ingredient and said C4-C10 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid or an agriculturally compatible salt thereof is between about 1:15000 and 15000:1.2. The synergistic pesticidal composition according to claim 1 , wherein said C4-C10 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid comprises a C4-C10 unsaturated aliphatic acid;wherein the C4-C10 unsaturated aliphatic acid comprises at least one unsaturated C—C bond; andwherein a ratio of the concentrations of said pesticidal active ingredient and said C4-C10 unsaturated aliphatic acid is between about 1:15,000 and 15,000:1.3. (canceled)4. The synergistic pesticidal composition according to claim 1 , wherein the C4-C10 saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid or salt thereof comprises a methyl- claim 1 , ethyl- claim 1 , hydroxy- claim 1 , or amino-substituent.5. The synergistic pesticidal composition according to claim 2 , ...

Biomass compositions and methods for making the same

The present invention discloses biomass compositions for improving shelf life, increasing fruit water retention, and/or decreasing needle-drop in conifer species and methods for making the same. The composition comprises pasteurized microalgae selected from Chlorella, Aurantiochytrium, Scenedesmus, or any combination thereof.

BIOMASS COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MAKING THE SAME

The present invention discloses biomass compositions for improving shelf life, increasing fruit water retention, and/or decreasing needle-drop in conifer species and methods for making the same. The composition comprises pasteurized microalgae selected from , or any combination thereof. 1. A composition for enhancing at least one plant characteristic , the composition comprising:{'i': 'Chlorella', 'pasteurized cells; and'}{'i': Aurantiochytrium', 'Scenedesmus, 'at least one of pasteurized cells and pasteurized cells,'}{'i': Chlorella', 'Aurantiochytrium', 'Scenedesmus, 'wherein the pasteurized cells and the at least one of the pasteurized cells and the pasteurized cells have been pasteurized at a temperature ranging from 50° C. up to 90° C.'}2ChlorellaAurantiochytrium. The composition of comprising the pasteurized cells and the pasteurized cells.3ChlorellaAurantiochytrium. The composition of comprising the pasteurized cells and the pasteurized cells in a ratio of 25:75 claim 2 , 50:50 or 75:25.4ChlorellaAurantiochytrium. The composition of wherein the pasteurized cells are whole cells and the pasteurized cells are whole cells.5ChlorellaAurantiochytrium. The composition of wherein the pasteurized cells are whole cells and the pasteurized cells are extracted cells.6ChlorellaScenedesmus. The composition of comprising the pasteurized cells and the pasteurized cells.7. The composition of further comprising a stabilizer to prevent proliferation of unwanted microorganisms in the composition.8AurantiochytriumAurantiochytrium acetophilum. The composition of wherein the pasteurized cells are pasteurized HS399 cells.9AurantiochytriumScenedesmusAurantiochytriumScenedesmus. A composition for enhancing at least one plant characteristic claim 1 , the composition comprising at least one of pasteurized cells and pasteurized cells claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the pasteurized cells and the pasteurized cells have been pasteurized at a temperature ranging from 50° C. up to 90° ...

DISPOSABLE BODY CLEANSING TOWELETTE

Disclosed are formulations and compositions comprising the formulations made up of at least tea tree oil, peppermint oil, castor oil, aloe, and lanolin. Also disclosed are cleansing wipes comprising a substrate and a cleansing formulation, wherein said cleansing formulation comprises tea tree oil; peppermint oil; castor oil; aloe; and lanolin. Disclosed are cleansing products comprising a sealed package and at least one cleansing wipe. Also disclosed are methods of cleansing skin, refreshing/rejuvenating the user, cooling or resetting the body temperature and exfoliating, smoothing, and softening of the skin. 1. A formulation comprising:about 0.05% by weight to about 0.3% by weight, based on the total weight of the formulation, of tea tree oil;about 0.05% by weight to about 0.25% by weight, based on the total weight of the formulation, of peppermint oil;about 0.05% by weight to about 1.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the formulation, of castor oil;about 0.05% by weight to about 2.0% by weight, based on the total weight of the formulation, of aloe; andabout 0.05% by weight to about 0.1% by weight, based on the total weight of the formulation, of lanolin.2. The formulation of claim 1 , further comprising:ginseng.3. The formulation of claim 2 , wherein the ginseng is present about 0.05% by weight to about 0.3% by weight claim 2 , based on the total weight of the formulation.4. The formulation of claim 1 , further comprising:an antimicrobial material selected from the group selected from an antibacterial agent, an antiviral agent, an antifungal agent, and combinations thereof.5. The formulation of claim 1 , further comprising:fragrance.6. A product comprising the formulation of and a substrate.7. The product of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is impregnated with the formulation of .8. A cleansing wipe comprising:a substrate; and tea tree oil;', 'peppermint oil;', 'castor oil;', 'aloe;', 'lanolin;', 'optionally, ginseng;', 'optionally, fragrance; and', ' ...

USE OF ALS INHIBITOR HERBICIDES FOR CONTROL OF UNWANTED VEGETATION IN ALS INHIBITOR HERBICIDE TOLERANT BETA VULGARIS PLANTS

The present invention relates to the use of the ALS inhibitor herbicides for controlling unwanted vegetation in ALS inhibitor herbicide tolerant plants, more especially, present invention relates to the use of ALS inhibitor herbicides for control of unwanted vegetation in , preferably in sugar beet growing areas in which the , preferably sugar beet comprise mutations in the ALS gene where the tryptophan at position 569 in the encoded ALS enzyme is substituted by another amino acid (preferably by leucine), and a mutation in the ALS gene where the proline at position 188 in the encoded ALS enzyme is substituted by another amino acid (preferably by serine). 1Beta vulgarisBeta vulgaris. An ALS inhibitor herbicide capable of being used for controlling unwanted vegetation in one or more growing areas in which plants in said one or more areas comprise mutations in the ALS gene encoding an ALS polypeptide containing an amino acid that is different from tryptophan at position 569 and an amino acid that is different from proline at position 188.3. An ALS inhibitor herbicide according to claim 1 , wherein the ALS inhibitor herbicide belong to the group consisting of:amidosulfuron [CAS RN 120923-37-7] (=A1-1);chlorimuron-ethyl [CAS RN 90982-32-4] (=A1-4);ethametsulfuron-methyl [CAS RN 97780-06-8] (=A1-8);ethoxysulfuron [CAS RN 126801-58-9] (=A1-9);flupyrsulfuron-methyl-sodium [CAS RN 144740-54-5] (=A1-12);foramsulfuron [CAS RN 173159-57-4] (=A1-13);iodosulfuron-methyl-sodium [CAS RN 144550-36-7] (=A1-16);mesosulfuron-methyl [CAS RN 208465-21-8] (=A1-17);metsulfuron-methyl [CAS RN 74223-64-6] (=A1-18);monosulfuron [CAS RN 155860-63-2] (=A1-19);nicosulfuron [CAS RN 111991-09-4] (=A1-20);sulfosulfuron [CAS RN 141776-32-1] (=A1-28);thifensulfuron-methyl [CAS RN 79277-27-3] (=A1-29);tribenuron-methyl [CAS RN 101200-48-0] (=A1-31);2-iodo-N-[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazinyl)carbamoyl]benzene-sulfonamide (=A1-39);2-iodo-N-[(4-methoxy-6-methyl-1,3,5-triazinyl)carbamoyl]benzene- ...

SYNERGISTIC BENZOXABOROLE-CONTAINING ANTI-FUNGICIDAL COMPOSITION

An anti-fungal composition for the control of one or more target fungi (or a similar heterotrophic, hyphae-producing organism) that infect plant materials and are(is) separately controllable by a benzoxaborole and an anti-fungal compound of a preselected FRAC Target Site Code is disclosed, as is a method of its use. A composition contains a diluent medium having dissolved or dispersed therein a synergistic effective amount of each of a first and a second anti-fungal compound. The first anti-fungal compound is a benzoxaborole of Formula I. The second anti-fungal compound is other than a benzoxaborole and is known to control said one or more target species of fungus when utilized as the sole anti-fungal compound at a concentration greater than the synergistic effective amount and has a preselected FRAC Target Site Code of B, C, D, E, G, H, or M. 129.-. (canceled)31. The anti-fungal composition according to claim 30 , wherein the ratio of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of one of said anti-fungal agents alone to the concentration of that anti-fungal agent in the anti-fungal composition is greater than about 1.6.32. The anti-fungal composition according to claim 30 , wherein said one or more target fungi to be controlled include one or more members of the phyla of Ascomycota claim 30 , Oomycota claim 30 , Basidiomycota claim 30 , and the subphylum Mucoromycotina.33. The anti-fungal composition according to claim 32 , wherein said one or more target fungi whose growth is to be controlled is one of the phylum Ascomycota whose subphylum is selected from the group consisting of Dothideomycetes claim 32 , Leotiomycetes claim 32 , and Sordariomycetes.34Zymoseptoria, Phaeosphaeria, Erysiphe, Blumeria, Sclerotinia, Botrytis, Cercospora, Alternaria, Verticillium, Fusarium, Magnaporthe, Colletotrichum, Phakopsora, Puccinia, Rhizoctonia, Pythium, Plasmopara,Phytophthora.. The anti-fungal composition of claim 32 , wherein the genus of said one or more target fungi whose ...

COMPOSITES AND ARTICLES FOR THE SLOW RELEASE OF NON-POLAR VOLATILE LIQUID COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF PREPARING

A composite for slow release of vapors from a non-polar liquid compound. The composite includes a hydrophobic material; and at least one volatile non-polar liquid compound associated with the hydrophobic material. The volatile non-polar liquid compound has a lower volatility after being associated with the hydrophobic material to form the composite.

IMINO COMPOUNDS WITH A 2-CHLOROPYRIMIDIN-5-YL SUBSTITUENT AS PEST-CONTROL AGENTS

Provided herein are imino compounds of formula I 2. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein Y is 1-cyanocyclopropyl.3. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein Y is CHCN.4. The compound as claimed in claim 1 , wherein{'sup': 1', '2, 'sub': 1', '4', '1', '4', '3', '6', '3', '6, 'Rand R, independently of each other, are selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, halogen, CN, C-C-alkyl, C-C-haloalkyl, C-C-cycloalkyl and C-C-halocycloalkyl; or'}{'sup': 1', '2, 'Rand Rform, together with the carbon atom which they attached to, a 3-, 4- or 5-membered saturated carbocyclic ring.'}5. The compound as claimed in claim 4 , wherein both Rand Rare hydrogen.7. A mixture comprising at least one compound according to and at least one further pesticide.8. An agricultural or veterinary composition comprising at least one compound according to a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or at least one agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof and at least one inert liquid and/or solid agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable carrier.9. A method for combating or controlling invertebrate pests claim 1 , wherein the method comprises contacting said pest or its food supply claim 1 , habitat or breeding grounds with a pesticidally effective amount of at least one compound according to or a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or of an agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof.10. A method for protecting growing plants from attack or infestation by invertebrate pests claim 1 , wherein the method comprises contacting a plant claim 1 , or soil in which the plant is growing claim 1 , or water in which the plant is growing with a pesticidally effective amount of at least one compound according to or a stereoisomer claim 1 , a tautomer and/or of an agriculturally or veterinarily acceptable salt thereof.11. A method for the protection of plant propagation material from soil insects and of the seedlings roots and shoots from soil and foliar insects the method ...

OSWALD SYSTEM

A continuous bubbling fluid bed process converts biomass feedstocks into energy/heat, engineered biochar particles (including nanoparticles) and a vapor stream of organic compounds. The products have a multitude of applications determined by the specific conditions at which the process was operated, specifically controlling: temperature, catalysts, residence time, element and compound concentrations, and withdraw of products from various points in the system. The introduction of air, steam, and various gases into the vessel at selected locations and at controlled rates enables the economic, dependable and consistent production of these products. 1. A fuel input apparatus comprising:an optical cable with cameras attached horizontally over a conveyor, the optical cable interfaced with a computerized algorithm and a library of composition tables to identify information comprising: moisture, species of wood, amount of wood, amount of non-wood and wood biomass, foreign objects, or combinations thereof, wherein the information is provided to an internal processing unit to allow adjustment of system controls for fuel feed rate, moisture, density, gas and catalyst or other chemicals needed;a fuel bin configured to contain a nebulized spray of chemicals or water combined with the feedstock at the fuel bin, wherein the nebulized spray of chemicals or water is provided evenly over the fuel inside the bin;a metering screw with a fuel feed controlled by a computerized control system equipped with a lookup library, fuel and product settings, wherein the metering screw is configured to move the nebulized spray of chemicals or water into a fluidized bed; anda Forced Draft Fan (FDF) positioned at an input of the internal processing unit, wherein the FDF provides fluidizing air or gases into the internal processing unit.2. The fuel input apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the internal processing unit is configured to control internal processing conditions claim 1 , the internal ...

SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD FOR SUBTERRANEAN TERMITE CONTROL

A system, apparatus, and method for use in controlling subterranean insect population and for use in irrigation is provided. Characteristics are monitored in a plurality of under and above soil level regions. The characteristics may include, for example, thermal heat or moisture level characteristics; seismic-type, vibrational, or acoustic characteristics indicative of air pockets or tunnels created by a subterranean insect population; or sound or acoustic levels produced by a subterranean insect population. It is determined whether one or more of the characteristics in one or more of the soil regions are indicative of a subterranean insect population exceeding a threshold or have a need for irrigation. Based on the determining, a treatment need is identified for the one or more soil regions. The treatment need is executed at regions corresponding to the one or more soil regions. 1. A system comprising:a first computing device, wherein the first computing device is operably coupled with an insect control device;the insect control device, wherein the insect control device comprises a second computing device and a sensor, wherein the sensor is enabled to monitor characteristics in a vicinity of the insect control device, wherein the insect control device is partially embedded in soil in the vicinity where the characteristics are monitored, wherein the insect control device transmits the characteristics from the vicinity of the insect control device to the first computing device; andan insect treatment unit, configured to provide an insect treatment on receiving a communication from the first computing device based on the on the characteristics transmitted by the insect control device.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the insect treatment unit comprises an insecticide claim 1 , and wherein the insecticide is stored in an insecticide reservoir claim 1 , operably coupled with the first computing device claim 1 , and wherein the first computing device is configured to ...

NEW AGROCHEMICAL PESTICIDE COMPOSITIONS

Agrochemical composition comprising: a) a pesticide, b) a thickener T, c) a polymer P, said polymer P being a homo- or copolymer of (meth)acrylic acid with an average molecular mass Mw of at least 150,000 Da, said composition being a suspension concentrate (SC) composition. The use of the composition for controlling pests as well as a method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired plant growth and/or undesired insect or mite attack and/or for regulating the growth of plants using the composition. 1. Agrochemical composition comprisinga) a pesticide,b) a thickener T,c) a polymer P, said polymer P being a homo- or copolymer of (meth)acrylic acid with an average molecular mass Mw of at least 150,000 Da,said composition being a suspension concentrate (SC) composition.2. Composition according to claim 1 , wherein thickener T is an attapulgite clay or a hydrophilic fumed silica.3. Composition according to claim 1 , wherein said polymer P is a homopolymer or a copolymer of acrylic acid or its salts.4. Composition according to claim 1 , wherein said polymer P has an average molecular mass Mw of at least 200 claim 1 ,000 Da.5. Composition according to claim 1 , wherein said polymer P is a homopolymer of acrylic acid and its salts.6. Composition according to claim 1 , wherein said polymer P is a copolymer of acrylic acid and its salts.7. Composition according to claim 1 , further comprisingd) a fertilizer F.8. (canceled)9. A method of controlling phytopathogenic fungi and/or undesired plant growth and/or undesired insect or mite attack and/or for regulating the growth of plants claim 1 , wherein the composition according to is allowed to act on the respective pests claim 1 , their environment or the crop plants to be protected from the respective pest claim 1 , on the soil and/or on undesired plants and/or on the crop plants and/or on their environment. The present invention is directed to agrochemical compositions comprisingA wide range of agrochemical ...

CONTINUOUS READY MIX JOINT TREATMENT AND TEXTURE PRODUCT PRODUCTION

A continuous ready mix joint or texture compound manufacturing system and a method for continuously manufacturing a ready mix joint or texture compound includes a continuous mixer having an inlet and an outlet, a pump disposed at the outlet of the continuous mixer, and a disperger having an inlet and an outlet. The continuous mixer is adapted to receive at least one dry ingredient and at least one wet ingredient at the inlet and continuously mix the at least one dry ingredient and the at least one wet ingredient to form a mixed composition. The pump is adapted to pump the mixed composition from the outlet of the continuous mixer to the inlet of the disperger. The disperger is adapted to receive the mixed composition and apply a shear force to the mixed composition to form a homogenized, disperged composition. 1. A method of continuously manufacturing a construction product , the method comprising:feeding at least one dry ingredient and at least one wet ingredient to a continuous mixing apparatus;continuously mixing the plurality of dry ingredients and the plurality of wet ingredients using the continuous mixing apparatus to form a mixed composition;transporting the mixed composition to an inlet of a disperger adapted to apply a shear force to and homogenize the mixed composition; anddisperging the mixed composition to form a disperged composition.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:calculating, using a first sensor, a pre-disperger characteristic of the mixed composition before entering the disperger; andcalculating, using a second sensor, a post-disperger characteristic of the mixed composition after entering the disperger.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the pre-disperger characteristic and the post-disperger characteristic comprises at least one of:(a) a viscosity value;(b) a flow rate value;(c) a pressure value;(d) a temperature value;(e) a shear force; and(f) a content of solids;wherein when the pre-disperger characteristic and the post-disperger ...

Melanoidins and their use for improving properties of plants

The present invention relates to melanoidins and their use for improving properties of plants. The methods and compositions of the invention are particularly useful for control of fungal plant diseases and drought conditions, and promotion of plant growth.

AQUEOUS ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITION

A gel useful in reducing bacterial colonization in or around the area of a wound can be provided by combining at least one PEG with an aqueous composition having a pH of from 2 to 4, a total solute concentration of from 1.8 to 4.0 Osm/L, and from 0.9 to 1.7 g/L of at least one cationic surfactant. The aqueous composition can include a buffer system that includes an organic acid and a salt of an organic acid. The gel is effective even when free of materials having antimicrobial properties other than those provided by the aqueous composition such as sporicides, antifungals and antibiotics. 1. A composition adapted for use as the aqueous component of a gel useful in reducing bacterial colonization in or around the area of a wound , said composition being free of sporicides , antifungals and antibiotics and comprising from 0.9 to 1.7 g/L of at least one cationic surfactant , said composition having a pH of from 2 to 4 and a total solute concentration of from 1.8 to 4.0 Osm/L.2. The composition of wherein said total solute concentration is from 1.8 to 2.8 Osm/L.3. The composition of wherein said at least one cationic surfactant comprises benzalkonium chloride.4. The composition of wherein said at least one cationic surfactant is benzalkonium chloride.5. A composition adapted for use as the aqueous component of a gel useful in reducing bacterial colonization in or around the area of a wound claim 1 , said aqueous composition being free of sporicides claim 1 , antifungals and antibiotics and comprising from 0.9 to 1.7 g/L of at least one cationic surfactant that comprises benzalkonium chloride claim 1 , said aqueous composition having a pH of from 2 to 4 and a total solute concentration of from 1.8 to 2.8 Osm/L.6. The composition of wherein said at least one cationic surfactant is benzalkonium chloride.7. The composition of further comprising a buffer system that comprises one or more organic acids and at least one salt of one or more organic acids.8. A composition adapted ...

COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING A BIOLOGICAL CONTROL AGENT AND AN INSECTICIDE

The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least one biological control agent. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the use of this composition as well as a method for reducing overall damage of plants and plant parts. 1. A composition comprising:{'i': Bacillus subtilis', 'Bacillus subtilis', 'Bacillus subtilis, 'at least one biological control agent selected from the group consisting of AQ713 (NRRL Accession No. B-21661), AQ30002 (NRRL Accession No. B-50421), and AQ30004 (NRRL Accession No. B-50455), and'}at least one insecticide comprising a microbial disruptor of insect midgut membranes selected from the group consisting of B.t. crop proteins: mCry3A, Cry3Ab, Cry3Bb, and Cry34Ab1/35Ab1,wherein combination of the at least one biological control agent and the at least one insecticide results in a synergistic effect.2Bacillus subtilis. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one biological control agent is AQ713 (NRRL Accession No. B-21661).3Bacillus subtilis. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one biological control agent is AQ30002 (NRRL Accession No. B-50421).4Bacillus subtilis. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one biological control agent is AQ30004 (NRRL Accession No. B-50455).5. The composition according to claim 2 , wherein the B.t. crop protein is Cry3Bb.6. The composition according to claim 1 , further comprising at least one fungicide claim 1 , with the proviso that the biological control agent and the fungicide are not identical;wherein the at least one fungicide is selected from the group consisting of inhibitors of the ergosterol biosynthesis, inhibitors of the respiratory chain at complex I or II, inhibitors of the respiratory chain at complex III, inhibitors of the mitosis and cell division, compounds capable to induce a host defense, inhibitors of the amino acid and/or protein biosynthesis, inhibitors of the ATP production, inhibitors of the cell wall ...

MINERAL COMPLEX, COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF MAKING, AND USES THEREIN

The present invention relates to agriculture and fertilization. In particular, compositions and methods relating to soil amendments, crop fertilization, plant fertilizers, organic waste management, and biocidal mixtures used to kill or inhibit fungi or fungal spores, molds, and mildews, and/or insect infestations applicable for treating crops are provided. In certain aspects, soil amendments, methods of making soil amendments, methods for improving crop yields, and methods for decreasing pathogens are provided. In certain aspects, compositions and methods relating to biocidal mixtures used inhibit, ameliorate, or treat a plant for insect infestation and/or fungal disease, such as scab, powdery mildew, downy mildew, rust, Roya Fungus, blight, brown rot, leaf spots, mites, flies, scales, psyllids are provided. In certain aspects compositions and methods relating to treating hazardous material, such as the release of a liquid petroleum hydrocarbon into the environment are provided. 1. A fertilizer or soil amendment comprising:a mineral complex that comprises 3-35% elemental Sulfur, 5%-90% Thiosulfate, 8%-70% Sulfate, 5%-35% Calcium Sulfate, 3%40% soluble Calcium, 8%-15% Potassium as Potassium Sulfate, Aluminum Potassium Sulfate, Potassium Silicate, Zinc, Iron, Iron Sulfate, Manganese, Copper, Boron, Molybdenum, and Nickel; and1-9% humic acid; and1-2% fulvic acid,wherein said fertilizer or soil amendment is in a granule, pellet, powder, prill, or a liquid suspension.2. The fertilizer or soil amendment of claim 1 , wherein the 1-9% humic acid is in isolated form.3. The fertilizer or soil amendment of claim 1 , wherein the 1-2% fulvic acid is in isolated form.4. The fertilizer or soil amendment of comprising 7-9% humic acid.5. The fertilizer or soil amendment of claim 4 , wherein the 7-9% humic acid is in isolated form.6. The fertilizer or soil amendment of claim 1 , wherein said fertilizer or soil amendment does not contain plant fiber.7. The fertilizer or soil amendment ...