A cellulose based sustained release macronutrient composition for fertlizer application

GEL FORMULATIONS FOR HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS

GEL FORMULATIONS FOR USE IN TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS PRODUCT CONTAINERISATION SYSTEMS

New containerization system for solids.

A containerisation system which comprises a concentrated hazardous and solid composition in a cold water soluble or water dispersible bag wherein the bag has a residual inflatability. The hazardous composition comprises especially an agrochemical.

Gel formuatio for hazardous products.

A water ...

Insecticidal composition and insecticidal units.

Insecticidal compositions and insecticidal unit comprising ...

Gel formulations for use in toxic or hazardous product containerisation systems.

A water dispersible organic gel which is a ...

New packaging/containerization system for liquids.

A containerisation system which comprises a concentrated hazardous and liquid composition in a cold water soluble or water dispersible bag wherein the bag has a residual inflatability. The hazardous composition comprises especially an agrochemical.

Containerisation systems for agrochemicals and the like.

This invention relates to a containerization system and to ...

Gel formulations.

A water dispersible organic gel formed by mixing ...

Containerization system.

The present ...

Water dispersible gel formulations.

A water dispersible organic gel comprising a hazardous product ...

Soluble sachets

The invention provides a package which comprises a hazardous chemical dissolved or dispersed in a liquid or gel contained in a water-soluble or water-dispersible laminated film.

New packaging/containerization system for gels.

A containerisation system which comprises a concentrated hazardous and gelled composition in a cold water soluble or water dispersible bag wherein the bag has a residual inflatability. The hazardous composition comprises especially an agrochemical.

Bag in a bag for containerization of toxic or harzardous material.

The present ...

BAG IN BAG FOR CONTAINERIZATION OF TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR LIQUIDS

GEL FORMULATIONS

INSECTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND INSECTICIDAL UNITS

GEL FORMULATIONS FOR USE IN TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS PRODUCT CONTAINERISATION SYSTEMS

GEL FORMULATIONS FOR HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS

SOLUBLE SACHETS

CONTAINERISATION SYSTEMS FOR AGROCHEMICALS AND THE LIKE

WATER DISPERSIBLE GEL FORMULATIONS

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR SOLIDS

A CELLULOSE BASED SUSTAINED RELEASE MACRONUTRIENT COMPOSITION FOR FERTILIZER APPLICATION

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR GELS

CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM

Gel formulations for use in toxic or hazardous product containerisation systems

Gel formulations

Water dispersible gel formulations

Gel formulations for hazardous products

Containerization system for agrochemicals and the like

Conditionings containing of dangerous chemical substances and proceeded for their production

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR SOLIDS

EVAPORITE COATED SEED PREPARATION

EVAPORITE COATED SEED PREPARATION

A cellulose based sustained release macronutrient composition for fertlizer application

INSECTICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND INSECTICIDAL UNITS

CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM

GEL FORMULATIONS

WATER DISPERSIBLE GEL FORMULATIONS

CONTAINERISATION SYSTEMS FOR AGROCHEMICALS AND THE LIKE

SOLUBLE SACHETS

BAG IN BAG FOR CONTAINERIZATION OF TOXIC OR HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR GELS

NEW PACKAGING/CONTAINERIZATION SYSTEM FOR LIQUIDS

Compositions for sustained release of agriculturalmacronutrients and process thereof

EVAPORITE COATED SEED PREPARATION

EVAPORITE COATED SEED PREPARATION

FERTILIZER WITH ALKYDHARZHAELTIGER CASING THE STEERED AT THE BEGINNING OF THE NUTRIENT DELIVERY

GROUND ADDITIVE BALL FOR THE SUPPLY FROM PLANTS WITH NITROGEN AND PROCEDURES TO THE PRODUCTION.

PACKING SYSTEM

CONTAINER SYSTEM FOR AGRO CHEMICALS AND SUCH A THING

MULTI-PURPOSE LIGNIN-CARBOHYDRATE BINDING SYSTEM

The present invention provides for a granule comprising (i) particles comprising an active agent and (ii) a binding agent comprising a lignin-derived material and a mixture of polyols, wherein the ratio of said lignin-derived material to said mixture of polyols is sufficient to generate granules which are substantially spherical and/or crush resistant; and wherein the active agent is an agriculturally active agent, a pharmaceutically active agent, or a food product. Related subject matter, including methods of preparing such granules, is also provided.

Controlled release agrochemical delivery units, their manufacture and use

Disclosed is an agrochemical delivery unit comprising an impermeable cell which is a cell made of material that is impermeable to water; an agrochemical within the impermeable cell; and a wick comprising a hydrogel, said wick having a portion located within the impermeable cell and a portion located outside of the impermeable cell. Also disclosed is an agrochemical delivery unit comprising (a) a cell comprising two or more cell wall segments wherein at least one segment is impermeable to water and at least one segment is permeable to water; and (ii) an agrochemical within the cell. The invention provides methods of making and using the units.

SOLUBLE SACHETS

The invention provides a package which comprises a hazardous chemical dissolved or dispersed in a liquid or gel contained in a water soluble or water dispersible laminated film.

HIGH PULLULAN CONTENT PRODUCT, AND ITS PREPARATION AND USES

Disclosed is a novel high pullulan content product containing pullulan having an average molecular weight less than 250,000, said product being prepared by continuously cultivating a microorganism capable of producing pullulan in a nutrient culture medium containing a 10-20 w/v % saccrahide while controlling the viscosity of the nutrient culture medium to a level below 30cp. The product can be advantageously used in a variety of fields such as a viscosity-imparting agent, coating agent, adhesive, formed product, food product, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and material for agriculture, forestry, stock raising and paper processing, as well as for mining and manufacturing industries.

DUENGEMITTEL WITH STEERED BEGINNING THE NAEHRSTOFFABGABE.

Packages containing hazardous chemicals and method for their production.

Material for the production of an open land surface.

DEVICE FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF PLANT GROWTH.

Improvements brought to the processes for the production and the use of the colloidal substances

FERTILIZING CONTAINING HYDRORETENTEUR (S)

La présente invention concerne un fertilisant dans lequel on a incorporé un ou plusieurs hydrorétenteurs, également connus sous le nom de polymères superabsorbants. Le fertilisant selon l'invention permet notamment de limiter la pollution par lessivage.

Staked plant feeding method - has slow acting fertiliser housed in cavities in stake and released by capillary action of water

Novel Agricultural Composition

The invention relates to an agricultural composition wherein the composition comprises an effective amount of a sulphur active ingredient and at least one dispersing agent. COPYRIGHT KIPO & WIPO 2010 ...

MANUFACTURING METHOD OF SOLID FERTILIZER, SOLID FERTILIZER CHIPS THEREBY AND PLANT-GROWING CONTAINERS

PURPOSE: Provided is a manufacturing method of solid fertilizer chips containing zeolite and bentonite for plant growing. Also, the plant-growing containers containing fertilizer chips give fertilization effects on growth of plants. CONSTITUTION: The solid fertilizer is manufactured by the following steps of: mixing 20-30wt.% of zeolite having a size less than 150mesh with 70-80wt.% of zeolite having a size of 150-32mesh(0.25-0.5mm); mixing the mixture with a solution containing 0.005-0.1wt.% of N, P, K, or other trace elements in a weight ratio of 10:1-5:1; drying until the fertilizer contains 15-18% of moisture; adsorbing fertilizer components on zeolite; mixing 70-80wt.% of fertilizer-adsorbed zeolite with 20-30wt.% of bentonite having a size less than 250mesh; drying to be 15-18% of moisture content; pressing to be 2-5cm of chips. The amount of trace elements is as follows: 0.1-0.5wt.% of N, 0.05-0.1wt.% of P, 0.1-0.5wt.% of K,30-60ppm of Fe, 0.1-0.3ppm of Cu, 10-20ppm of Mn, 1-2ppm ...

A NEW IRON CHELATE COMPOSITION

In a method for producing a composition to be used for treating plant iron deficiency in soils for agricultural purposes the composition comprises a mixture of a water phase and a particulate phase of at least one iron chelate compound having limited solubility in water. The mixture is agitated until the particulate phase is disintegrated and homogeneously dispersed in the water phase. A corresponding composition is obtained which has thixotropic properties as well as stability after storage at rest.

AGRICULTURAL MATERIAL

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To obtain an agricultural material in the form of a nonwoven fabric carrying a fertilizer excellent in the so-called easy splitting properties represented by tear strength, good in compatibility with soil and facilitating fertilizer application operations by supporting a fertilizer response regulating type fertilizer between plural specific staple fiber nonwoven fabrics. SOLUTION: This agricultural material is obtained by supporting a fertilizer response regulating type fertilizer between at least two staple fiber nonwoven fabrics. One of the staple fiber nonwoven fabrics comprises cellulosic fibers and thermally fusible fibers and is a first staple fiber nonwoven fabric fused by the thermally fusible fibers. The other staple fiber nonwoven fabric comprises the cellulosic fibers or the cellulosic fibers and the thermally fusible fibers and is a second staple fiber nonwoven fabric fused with the thermally fusible fibers or unfused therewith and having a larger specific ...

PACKING/CCONTAINER SYSTEM FOR GELS

WATER-DISPERSE-CASH FORMULATION OF GEL

FORMULATIONS OF GEL FOR DANGEROUS MATERIALS

MEANS FOR THE PROMOTION AND CARE OF PLANT GROWTH AND PROCEDURE FOR YOUR PRODUCTION

PACKAGING INSTALLATION.

FERTILIZER DISK FOR A PROCEDURE FOR SETTING PLANTS

PLANT STATURE REGULATING MEANS

Novel agricultural composition

The invention relates to an agricultural composition wherein the composition comprises an effective amount of a sulphur active ingredient and at least one dispersing agent.

MULTI-PURPOSE LIGNIN-CARBOHYDRATE BINDING SYSTEM

The present invention provides a binding formulation that agglomerates or binds dispersed particles into a granular composition, which comprises (i) particles comprising an active agent and (ii) a binding agent comprising a lignin-derived material and a mixture of sugar alcohols, wherein the ratio of the lignin-derived material to the mixture of sugar alcohols is sufficient to generate granules which are substantially spherical and/or crush resistant; wherein the mixture of sugar alcohols comprises an amount of monosaccharides up to about 15%, an amount of disaccharides up to about 20%, and an amount of hydrogenated starch hydrolysates (HSH) up to about 50% or more; and wherein the active agent is an agriculturally active agent, a pharmaceutically active agent, or a food product.

AGRICULTURAL PROCESSES AND PRODUCTS

Methods for promoting the survivability and growth of seeds and seedlings which employ a fertilizer or a synergistic combination of a fertilizer and a moisture absorbing polymer which furnishes a reservoir of the moisture needed for plant growth and also provides a growth medium for soil bacteria relied upon to break dawn and release nitrogen from the fertilizer molecules. Systems for delivering these formulations and for verifyng the delivery of the material.

GROUND COVER SHEET FORMED OF VARIABLE BIODEGRADABLE CELLULOSIC FIBER COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME

GROUND COVER SHEET FORMED OF VARIABLE BIODEGRADABLE CELLULOSIC FIBER COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME A biodegradable ground cover sheet formed from a mulch which comprised of cellulosic fibers in the amount of 25-95% and in admixture with 10-40% residual sludge from a paper making process and 1040% peat moss. Additives are also added to the mixture in the amounts of 5-25% and these are formed from a mixture of ingredients including styrene butadiene base latex and cellophane or colophane. A mineral compound in the amount of 10-50% is also added to the mixture and is selected from clay, calcium carbonate or talc. A predetermined quantity of selected biodegradable additives are also added. The mixture has a preselected quantity of the abovementioned compounds depending on its intended use and desired biodegradable time. The sheet outer surfaces may also be coated with a wax to adjust the biodegradable time.

WATER DISPERSIBLE GEL FORMULATIONS

A water dispersible organic gel comprising a hazardous product, a surfactant and a gelling agent. The gels are particularly useful in containers such as water soluble or water dispersible bags to render the hazardous product safer to handle and for the environment.

IMPLANTABLE DEVICE FOR ADMINISTERING ACTIVE SUBSTANCES TO PLANTS

The invention concerns an implantable device designed to release active substances to plants. The device takes the form of a ceramic article containing pores, the active substances being distributed in open pores. The volume of the pores at the time the device is implanted is such that the pores are capable of containing all the active substance to be administered, the type of total porosity and the pore volume, size and distribution being fixed within predetermined limits.

BIODEGRADABLE ORGANIC PRODUCT FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A FLUX FOR REMOVING SNOW ROAD

INTENDED PRODUCT TO BE ADDS WITH WATER With IRRIGATION WITH CULTURES

La présente invention concerne un produit destiné à être additionné à l'eau d'irrigation de cultures ou plantations comprenant une composition contenant un ou plusieurs polymères hydrosolubles et un système effervescent, caractérisée en ce que la composition se présente sous la forme d'une poudre, et en particulier une poudre de particules individualisées, ladite composition étant est emprisonnée dans un film hydrosoluble.

PROCESS FOR PRODUCING GRANULAR COMPOSITIONS FOR USE IN AGRI CULTURE AND HORTICULTURE

Conditionings containing of dangerous chemical substances and proceeded for their production

L'invention concerne un conditionnement qui renferme une substance chimique dangereuse. Cette substance chimique est dissoute ou dispersée dans un liquide ou un gel placé dans un récipient constitué d'un film stratifié hydrosoluble ou dispersable dans l'eau. Application: production de conditionnements renfermant des composés agrochimiques, présentant une plus grande sécurité de manipulation.

composition of a material having porous structure, method for preparing a composition and use of a composition

APPLICATOR SET FOR PLANT-PROTECTING AGENTS AND/OR FERTILIZING AGENTS

The invention relates to an applicator set for plant-protecting agents and/or fertilizing agents, comprising: a) a moulded body (1) which contains an agrochemical active compound and/or fertilizer, and b) an apparatus which has a long stretched-out stem (2) which is expanded at the lower end to an extent such that the resultantly formed cavity (3) is suitable for receiving the moulded body (1), and to the corresponding use.

METHODS FOR PREPARATION AND USE OF TREE INJECTION NUTRIENTS AND/OR MEDICINAL MATERIALS

A method of introducing treatment agents comprising medicine or nutrients into a tree, involving the boring of holes above ground into the trunk of the tree. Homogenous plugs of solidified polyethylene glycol (PEG) with such treatment agents mixed therein are molded and inserted into the holes in the tree trunk and sealed with wax. The dissemination time of the treatment agent into the tree trunk is controlled by selection of the PEGs used, with higher molecular weight PEGs taking longer to disseminate into the transpirational flow of the tree being treated than lower molecular weight PEGs. The method leaves no foreign material such as plastic casings within the tree trunk after treatment.

FREEZE-DRIED FOAM

A method of preparing a freeze-dried foam including an active ingredient, such as a pharmaceutical, nutrient, diagnostic, insecticide or fertilizer.

Laminated bags for containerization of toxic or hazardous materials

A package which comprises a hazardous chemical dissolved or dispersed in a liquid or gel contained in a water soluble or water dispersible laminated film. The laminated film construction provides improved resistance to puncture or breakage thereby providing an improved containerization system for toxic or hazardous products.

New packaging/containerisation system for liquids

A containerisation system which comprises a concentrated hazardous and liquid composition in a cold water soluble or water dispersible bag wherein the bag has a residual inflatability. The hazardous composition comprises especially an agrochemical.

CONTROLLABLY AFFECTING FERTILIZER COMPOSITION

Containerisation system for hazardous compositions

DRY POLYMER FOR RETAINING MOISTURE AND EFFECT COMPONENT-CONTAINING SHEET

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To obtain a sheet which is light and is easy to carry before use, prevents the natural drying of an objective by incorporating moisture therein and covering the surface of the objective and is further used to stain the effect of fertilizers and the chemicals designed to meet purposes, such as repellence of insects. SOLUTION: A polyethylene vinyl chloride sheet 1 which does not allow the passage of the moisture to its front surface and stock 2 of a polyolefin nonwoven fabric having air permeability on its rear surface are used as a stage before the incorporation of the moisture into the sheet. Dry polymers 3 and water-soluble dry effect components 4 meeting the purposes are held between the PE vinyl chloride 1 and the stock 2 of the polyolefin nonwoven fabric and the laminate is pressed under adequate heat, by which the PE vinyl chloride 1 and the stock 2 of the polyolefin nonwoven fabric are adhered and the dry polymers 3 and the water-soluble dry effect components ...

植物生育用基材および植物生育用ブロックの製造方法

... 【課題】 植物の栽培に適した基材を提供する。 【解決手段】 この基材の約半分の重量のものが水分量が25-30重量%となるよう乾燥されたミズゴケピートからなる。このミズゴケピートは乾燥して篩にかけられ、その粒子の少なくとも半分が1mm篩の上に保持され、該基材の粒子の少なくとも約15重量%が4mm篩の上に保持されるよう選択され、この基材には約5-50重量%が繊維又は他の粗い材料が含まれる。更に、このような乾燥されたピートから基材ブロックを製造する方法が提供され、その場合、ミズゴケピートは乾燥後に篩にかけられ、得られたブロックは伸縮自在なネット、フィルム又はにかわ膜で被覆されることを特徴とする。 ...

FERTILIZER WITH ALKYDHARZHAELTIGER CASING THE STEERED AT THE BEGINNING OF THE NUTRIENT DELIVERY

Fertilizer disc for a method for the planting of plants

For the planting of plants, in particular of bushes or trees, in unfavourable soils, it is proposed to lift out a relatively small planting pit or to provide the soil with slits in the form of a cross. The soil slit in this way can be lifted by means of a suitable implement to an extent such as to give rise to a sufficiently wide gap, into which the plant can be inserted. In order to ensure the desired fertilization, a further slit, into which a fertilizer disc is pushed, is provided transversely to the planting pit or to the perpendicular to the soil. The fertilizer disc 5 has an essentially lenticular configuration in cross section and is formed by the pressing of compost, for example from sewage sludge. ...

FORMULATIONS OF GEL

IMPLANTIERBARE DEVICE FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF ACTIVE SUBSTANCES AT PLANTS

Suspended nutrition composition and manufacturing method thereof

A suspended nutrition composition includes a foamed material, a colloid layer and a nutrient. The foamed material having a plurality of pores includes a starch, a biodegradable polyester and a plasticizer. The pores are formed by bubbles produced from a physical foaming agent. The colloid layer covers a surface of the foamed material. The nutrient is dispersed in the foamed material.

NOVEL TECHNOLOGY TO COAT FERTILIZER AND IMPROVE FERTILIZER EFFICIENCY AND THEIR ASSOCIATED METHODS

In embodiments, the present invention relates to liquid formulations containing hydrophobic, biodegradable polymers dispersed within a Non-aqueous Organic Solvent Delivery System (NOSDS) that is designed to coat fertilizer granules with a hydrophobic film utilizing simple application equipment such as mixers, blenders and tumblers. This film can impede the dissolution of fertilizer components by water improving fertilizer efficiency. The NOSDS can be aprotic solvents, protic solvents and mixtures of protic and aprotic solvents which are environmentally friendly, have flashpoints above 145° F., and are inherently rated safe for contact with humans and animals. The hydrophobic polymers are the reaction product of aldehyde(s) and nitrogen containing compounds. 4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable hydrophobic polymers comprise the reaction products of aldehyde(s) and nitrogen containing compounds in which the aldehydes comprise one or more of:methanal, ethanal, propanal, butanal, pentanal, hexanal, methylethanal, methylpropanal, methylbutanal, phenylacetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, 2-propenal, 3-oxopropanoic, 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoic acid, 4-oxobutanoic acid, oxoacetic acid, 5-oxopentanoic acid, 6-oxohexanoic acid, 2-oxopropanal, cyclohexanal, furfural, methyl esters of 3-oxopropanoic, 2-methyl-3-oxopropanoic acid, 4-oxobutanoic acid, oxoacetic acid, 5-oxopentanoic acid and 6-oxohexanoic acid, ethandial, 1,3-propanedial, butanedial, pentanedial, phthalaldehyde or methanethial.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable hydrophobic polymers comprise the reaction products of aldehyde(s) and nitrogen containing compounds in which the nitrogen containing compounds comprise one or more of the group consisting of:urea, biuret, polyurea, thiourea, methylurea, dimethylurea, ethylurea, diethylurea, propylurea, dipropylurea, butylurea, dibutylurea, phenylurea, diphenyl urea, pentylurea, dipentylurea, hexyl urea, dihexyl urea, methylthiourea, ...

Composite material for enriching natural sports playing fields

The invention herein provides a composite material suitable for the absorption of moisture in natural outside areas. More particularly, the composite material can be applied to both grassy and non-grassy natural areas to both absorb any excessive, apparent moisture therein and to also enrich the underlying earth of both grassy and non-grassy natural areas.

Organic flocculant and fertilizer

Provided herein is technology relating to organic fertilizers and particularly, but not exclusively, to organic and/or biodegradable flocculants, methods of preparing organic fertilizers using an organic and/or biodegradable flocculant, and systems for treating water using an organic and/or biodegradable flocculant to prepare an organic fertilizer.

SUSPENDED NUTRITION COMPOSITION

A suspended nutrition composition includes a foamed material, a colloid layer and a nutrient. The foamed material having a plurality of pores includes a starch, a biodegradable polyester and a plasticizer. The pores are formed by bubbles produced from a physical foaming agent. The colloid layer covers a surface of the foamed material. The nutrient is dispersed in the foamed material.

CONTROLLED RELEASE AGRICHEMICAL COMPOSITION

A granular controlled release agrichemical composition having a matrix including an agrichemical active and a coating for providing controlled release of the agrichemical active from the granular composition, wherein the coating has at least one biodegradable polymer selected from the group consisting of aliphatic polyesters, polyanhydrides, polycarbonates, polyurethanes including aliphatic polyester segments, polyureas including aliphatic polyester segments, copolymers of two or more thereof and mixtures thereof wherein the coating composition includes a Lewis acid in an amount sufficient to enhance degradation of the coating. 1. A granular controlled release agrichemical composition comprising a matrix comprising an agrichemical active and a coating for providing , controlled release of the agrichemical active from the granular composition , wherein the coating comprises at least one biodegradable polymer selected from the group consisting of aliphatic polyesters , polyanhydrides , polycarbonates , polyurethanes comprising aliphatic polyester segments , polyureas comprising aliphatic polyester segments , copolymers of two or more thereof and mixtures thereof wherein the coating composition comprises a Lewis acid in an amount sufficient to enhance degradation of the coating.2. A granular controlled release agrichemical composition according to claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable polymer is selected from the group consisting of:aliphatic polyesters selected from the group consisting of polylactic acid (PLA), poly(glycolic acid) polycaprolactone (PCL), polyvalerolactone poly(hydroxyl valerate), poly(ethylene succinate), poly(butylene succinate), poly(butylene-succinateadipate), poly(para-dioxanone), polydecalactone, poly(4-hydroxybutyrate), poly(beta-malic acid) and poly (hydroxyl valerate); andpolymers selected from polyurethane and polyurea comprising segments of said aliphatic polyesters.3. A granular controlled release agrichemical composition according to ...

CONTROLLED RELEASE GRANULAR FERTILISER

A controlled release granular fertiliser composition comprising a mixture of nitrogenous fertiliser, particulate silicate mineral filler and biodegradable ionic polyurethane. 1. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition comprising a mixture of nitrogenous fertiliser , particulate silicate mineral filler and biodegradable ionic polyurethane.2. (canceled)3. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silicate mineral is selected from the group consisting of bentonite claim 1 , attapulgite and montmorillonite.4. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable ionic polyurethane comprises ionic groups selected from the group consisting of carboxylate claim 1 , sulfonate and ammonium claim 1 ,5. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable ionic polyurethane comprises the reaction product of (a) a diisocyanate; and (b) at least one active hydrogen containing compound and wherein at least one active hydrogen containing compound comprises an ionic or ionisable group which provides ionic groups on neutralisation.6. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable ionic polyurethane comprises a polyol prepolymer of molecular weight of 500-5000.7. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 6 , wherein the prepolymer is chain extended with a primary or secondary amine having at least two active hydrogens and which may be quaternised to provide cationic groups.9. A controlled release granular fertiliser composition according to claim 1 , wherein the ionic groups of the biodegradable ionic polyurethane are provided by one or more monomers selected from the group consisting of 2 claim 1 ,2- bis(hydroxymethyl) propionic acid (BMPA) claim 1 , tartaric acid claim 1 , dimethylol butanoic acid (DMBA) claim 1 , glycollic acid claim 1 , ...

TRIGGERABLE SUPPORT PACKAGE FOR SEEDS

A system for enhancement of crop production includes a triggerable seed support package. The triggerable seed support package has a payload including seed enhancement material, where the payload is configured to be released in response to a trigger.

Triggerable support package for seeds

A system for enhancement of crop production includes a triggerable seed support package. The triggerable seed support package has a payload including seed enhancement material, where the payload is configured to be released in response to a trigger.

ARTICLES FOR IN-HOME COMPOSTING

Unit dose articles containing N—P—K added to compost are a convenient and economical way to customize fertilizer. 1. An article comprising from about 0.1 g to about 1 ,000 g of a fertilizer composition wherein the fertilizer composition is contained by a biodegradable film.2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 1 ,000 g of a nitrogen source.3. The article of claim 2 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 2 ,000 g of a phosphorous source.4. The article of claim 3 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 3 ,000 g of a potassium source.5. The article of claim 4 , wherein the fertilizer composition is substantially free of filler.6. A compressed tablet comprising from about 0.1 g to about 100 g of a fertilizer composition claim 4 , wherein the tablet is a compressed shaped body.7. The tablet of claim 6 , wherein the tablet is made by applying a compression pressure of at least 10 kg/cm; and wherein the tablet comprises about an axially-symmetric form.8. The tablet of claim 7 , wherein the tablet further comprises a non-compressed portion.9. The tablet of claim 7 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 7 ,000 g of a nitrogen source.10. The tablet of claim 9 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 9 ,000 g of a phosphorous source.11. The tablet of claim 10 , wherein the fertilizer composition comprises from about 0.1 g to about 1 claim 10 ,000 g of a potassium source.12. A multi-compartment article comprising a first composition and a second composition;wherein the first composition comprises a fertilizer composition contained by a film to form a first compartment of the article; andwherein the second composition is contained by the film to form a second compartment of the article.13. The article of claim 12 , wherein the fertilizer composition ...

PLANT GROWING SYSTEM CONTAINING A SUPER AMOUNT OF A CONTROLLED-RELLEASED FERTILIZER AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

The invention relates to a plant growing system having (a) plant life; (b) a super amount of a controlled-release fertilizer to provide season-long performance; and (c) growing media. The planting growing system may also include a moisture control agent or a plant protection agent. Despite the high EC values of the growing system, the combination of materials that make up the growing system nevertheless produces superior performing plants with darker green, healthier-looking leaves; superior growth, fill and spread; more abundant production of flowers and fruits; and a more developed, sustaining root system. Moreover, these plants are far less susceptible to the effects of pests such as fungi (e.g., and ), pythium, caterpillars, thrips, whiteflies, and other pests. 127-. (canceled)28. A plant growing system comprising (a) plant life; (b) a super amount of a controlled-release fertilizer; and (c) growing media ,wherein said super amount of controlled-release fertilizer is about 1.5-9 grams of nitrogen per plant and wherein said controlled-release fertilizer releases nutrients over 3-4 months, 5-6 months, or 8-9 months.29. The plant growing system of claim 28 , wherein said plant growing system sustains growth and production of said plant life for at least 12 weeks.30. The plant growing system of claim 29 , wherein said plant growing system sustains growth and production of said plant life for at least 12-16 weeks.31. The plant growing system of claim 28 , wherein said plant growing system sustains growth and production of said plant life planted and grown in the ground for at least 10-16 weeks.32. The plant growing system of claim 28 , wherein said plant growing system sustains growth and production of said plant life growing in suspension or hanging for at least 6-14 weeks.33. The plant growing system of claim 28 , wherein the plant life is a plant claim 28 , plant cutting claim 28 , young plant or seed.34. The plant growing system of claim 28 , wherein the plant ...

TRIGGERABLE SUPPORT PACKAGE FOR SEEDS

A system for enhancement of crop production includes a triggerable seed support package. The triggerable seed support package has a payload including seed enhancement material, where the payload is configured to be released in response to a trigger. 1. A non-transitory computer-readable medium having instructions stored thereon , the instructions forming a program executable by a processing circuit to cause the processing circuit to perform operations comprising:analyzing sensor data from a sensor of a triggerable seed support package;detecting a trigger based on the sensor data; and the sensor configured to generate the sensor data;', 'the payload including seed enhancement material, wherein the payload is configured to be released in response to the trigger; and', 'the processing circuit., 'controlling the release of a payload of the seed support package based on the trigger, wherein the seed support package comprises2. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the sensor includes a radiofrequency sensor configured to receive a radiofrequency signal claim 1 , and wherein the trigger includes the radiofrequency signal.3. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 2 , wherein the radiofrequency signal is encoded to collectively address a group of seed support packages.4. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 2 , wherein the operations further comprise reprogramming the processing circuit based on the radiofrequency signal claim 2 , and wherein the radiofrequency signal includes instructions to configure a release of the payload.5. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is operatively connected to the support package by a communications channel claim 1 , and wherein the sensor is operatively connected to a group of support packages.6. The non-transitory computer-readable medium of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is mechanically supported by another element of the support package.7. The ...

COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING INTERCALATED MATERIALS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

Compositions of clay materials intercalated with urea and/or another material or combination of materials are discussed. For example, the composition may comprise from about 20% to about 65% by weight intercalated urea, with respect to the total weight of the composition. Intercalation may be achieved, for example, by grinding the clay particles with one or more other materials, such that the other material(s) are intercalated into the clay particles. The composition may be formed into pills formulated for controlled release of urea, e.g., for fertilizing soil. 1. A composition comprising clay particles intercalated with urea;wherein the clay particles comprise kaolinite and have a shape factor less than 30; andwherein the composition comprises from about 20% to about 65% by weight intercalated urea, with respect to the total weight of the composition.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises from about 40% to about 65% by weight intercalated urea claim 1 , with respect to the total weight of the composition.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition has an intercalation ratio ranging from about 80% to 100%.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the clay particles further comprise at least one smectite clay.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the clay particles have a shape factor less than 10.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the clay particles have a dparticle diameter greater than 0.5 μm.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the clay particles have a dparticle diameter less than 2.5 μm.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the clay particles are in the form of booklets having a thickness ranging from about 10 μm to about 50 μm.9. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises less than 0.1% by weight of surfactant with respect to the total weight of the composition.10. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition does not comprise a surfactant.11. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the ...

FERTILIZER CONTAINING AMMONIUM HYDROGEN CARBONATE

A fertilizer includes ammonium hydrogen carbonate (ABC) as the main component and contains at least one additive from the group including biochar, non-oxidizing inorganic salt, compacting agents, bentonite, oxidizing agent and cellulose derivative. The biochar may be impregnated with an inorganic acid. The cellulose derivative may be a cellulose ether. The oxidizing agent may be a peroxide or permanganate. The compacting agent may be TiO, gelatin and/or liqnin sulfonic acid. 1. Fertilizer containing ammonium hydrogen carbonate (ABC) as well as at least one additive for binding the NHand the COcomponents of ABC in the solid and/or in the dissolved state , wherein the fertilizer contains at least one substance from the group comprising biochar , compacting agents , oxidizing agents and cellulose derivatives as additive.2. Fertilizer according to claim 1 , wherein the biochar is impregnated with an inorganic acid.3. Fertilizer according to claim 2 , wherein the inorganic acid is HPOand/or HSO.4. Fertilizer according to claim 1 , wherein the cellulose derivative is a cellulose ether.5. Fertilizer according to claim 4 , wherein the cellulose ether is a potassium compound of carboxymethyl cellulose.6. Fertilizer according to claim 1 , wherein the oxidizing agent is a peroxide.7. Fertilizer according to claim 6 , wherein the peroxide is an alkaline earth peroxide.8. Fertilizer according to claim 7 , wherein the alkaline earth peroxide is MgOand/or CaO.9. Fertilizer according to claim 1 , wherein the oxidizing agent is permanganate.10. Fertilizer according to claim 1 , wherein the compacting agent is TiO claim 1 , gelatin and/or lignin sulfonic acid.11. (canceled) The invention relates to a fertilizer containing ammonium hydrogen carbonate as well as at least one additive for binding the NHand the COcomponents of ABC in the solid and/or in the dissolved state.Nitrogen-containing fertilizers are among the most important fertilizer forms, since nitrogen is essential for the ...

Seed Preparation

A coated seed product, the product comprising: at least one plant seed; and a coating adhered to the exterior of the plant seed, the coating comprising one or more evaporite minerals, preferably polyhalite.

Methods and Compositions for Increasing the Yield of, and Beneficial Chemical Composition of, Certain Plants

The present specification describes increasing the Brix degree, nutrient transport and density, and yields of cannabis crops through the application of photoacoustic resonance to a nutrient formulation. An activated nutrient solution is obtained by forming an unactivated nutrient solution and applying to the unactivated nutrient solution ultra-rapid impulses of modulated laser light, from one or more laser systems. An increase of at least 5% in the Brix degree of the crop, relative to an unactivated nutrient formulation, can be achieved. In addition, an increase of at least 5%, relative to an unactivated nutrient formulation, is seen with respect to nutrient density and crop yield through application of the activated nutrient solution.

Novel technology to coat fertilizer and improve fertilizer efficiency and their associated methods

In embodiments, the present invention relates to liquid formulations containing hydrophobic, biodegradable polymers dispersed within a Non-aqueous Organic Solvent Delivery System (NOSDS) that is designed to coat fertilizer granules with a hydrophobic film utilizing simple application equipment such as mixers, blenders and tumblers. This film can impede the dissolution of fertilizer components by water improving fertilizer efficiency. The NOSDS can be aprotic solvents, protic solvents and mixtures of protic and aprotic solvents which are environmentally friendly, have flashpoints above 145° F., and are inherently rated safe for contact with humans and animals. The hydrophobic polymers are the reaction product of aldehyde(s) and nitrogen containing compounds.

FILMS CONTAINING NUTRIENTS OR COMPONENTS FOR USE BY SOIL OR PLANTS

Polymer films containing nutrients and/or components for use by soil, plants and/or animals are biodegradable and compostable. Film compositions may include bio-based and fossil-based polymers along with nutrients and other components that can be utilized by soil, plants, animals, as well as pigments and additives. The films may be configured as three-layer coextruded films with two outside layers and an inside layer therebetween. The films of the present disclosure may be produced using blown film processes. The films are used in agricultural or other growing settings and provide a biodegradable, compostable film that delivers nutrients and/or components to soil, plants and/or animals over the course of and following film degradation. 1. A film for use in agriculture or horticulture comprising a cross-linked biodegradable polymer film and one or more nutrients or components within the cross-linked film for use by one or more of soil or plants , the film adapted to be flexible and to release the one or more nutrients or components after deployment.2. The film of claim 1 , wherein the one or more nutrients or components comprises at least one of: nitrogen claim 1 , phosphorous claim 1 , fertilizers claim 1 , metals claim 1 , micronutrients claim 1 , herbicides claim 1 , silicon dioxide claim 1 , alumina claim 1 , calcium oxide claim 1 , ferric oxide or potassium oxide.3. The film of claim 1 , wherein the biodegradable polymer comprises a composition of bio-based and fossil-based polymers.4. The film of claim 3 , wherein the biodegradable polymer comprises polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutyrate (PBAT).5. The film of claim 1 , wherein a thickness of the film is about 0.5 mils to about 1.0 mil.6. The film of claim 1 , wherein the film is a three-layer coextruded film comprising two outside layers and an inside layer therebetween.7. The film of claim 6 , wherein each of the outside layers account for about 15 to 20 percent of the total thickness of the film claim 6 , and ...

SPHERICAL FERTILIZERS AND PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION THEREOF

According to some demonstrative embodiments, there is provided herein a spherical fertilizer granule having a specific gravity of more than 1.94 g/cmand less than 3% porosity. 1. A spherical fertilizer granule having a specific gravity of more than 1.94 g/cmand less than 3% porosity.2. The granule of claim 1 , wherein said fertilizer is selected from a group including single nutrient (“straight”) fertilizers claim 1 , Ammonium nitrate claim 1 , Urea claim 1 , calcium ammonium nitrate claim 1 , superphosphate claim 1 , “Single superphosphate” (SSP) claim 1 , phosphogypsum claim 1 , Triple superphosphate (TSP) or a mixture thereof; Multinutrient fertilizers claim 1 , Binary (NP claim 1 , NK claim 1 , PK) fertilizers claim 1 , monoammonium phosphate (MAP) claim 1 , diammonium phosphate (DAP) claim 1 , NPK fertilizers claim 1 , fertilizers which include one or more of the main micronutrients sources of Iron claim 1 , Manganese claim 1 , Molybdenum claim 1 , Zinc claim 1 , Boron and Copper; Compound fertilizers claim 1 , fertilizers which contain N claim 1 , P claim 1 , and K; Organic fertilizers claim 1 , peat claim 1 , animal wastes claim 1 , plant wastes from agriculture claim 1 , nitrogen fertilizers claim 1 , ammonia claim 1 , anhydrous ammonium nitrate claim 1 , urea and sodium nitrate; Phosphate fertilizers; Potassium fertilizers claim 1 , Potash claim 1 , potassium chloride claim 1 , potassium sulfate claim 1 , potassium carbonate claim 1 , potassium nitrate claim 1 , or polysulphate.3. The granule of claim 2 , wherein said fertilizer is Potash.4. The granule of claim 2 , wherein said fertilizer is polysulphate.5. The granule of claim 1 , having a specific gravity of at least 1.96 g/cm2.6. The granule of claim 1 , having a release rate of less than 5% over a 5 day period.7. The granule of claim 1 , having a release rate of less than 10% over a 10 day period.8. A process for the production of spherical fertilizer granules comprising:Mixing a fertilizer dust, ...

DISPOSABLE DIAPER RECYCLING AND APPLICATIONS THEREOF

One embodiment provides a modular green roof tray, house plant growth media and horticulture growth media, and a tree protection mat for weed and moisture control made from recycled disposable diapers. The growth medium and tree protection mat contain superabsorbent materials from diaper that can absorb waters and greatly reduce irrigation so to provide a drought resistant feature. One embodiment also provides a manufacturing process to perform 100% recycling of disposed diapers. 138-. (canceled)39. A tree or plant protection mat , for placement around a trunk or stem of the tree or plant , to protect said tree or plant , comprising:a top cover plate consisting of woven polypropylene fabric;a center layer disposed beneath the cover plate and comprising superabsorbent polymer particles wherein the superabsorbent polymer particles comprise polyacrylic acid polymer, polyacrylate polymer, starch-grafted polymer, polyacrylamide, ethylene maleic anhydride polymer, carboxymethylcellulose, polyvinyl alcohol, polyethylene oxide, starch grafted copolymer of polyacrylonitrile, Group IA salts of polyacrylic acids, copolymer of two or more thereof, or any combination thereof; anda semipermeable bottom layer disposed beneath the center layer;a sidewall, extending around a perimeter of the mat, and connecting the top cover plate to the semipermeable bottom layer;wherein the top cover plate and semipermeable bottom layer are sealed to the sidewall at their perimeter edges by sewing, gluing, or heat sealing, or any combination thereof, to sandwich the center layer between the top cover plate and semipermeable bottom layer;wherein the top cover plate reduces or prevents evaporative water loss from the center layer; andwherein the semipermeable bottom layer permits water to seep out from the center layer, when the mat is placed around a trunk or stem of the tree or plant.40. The mat of claim 39 , wherein the sidewall is waterproof or semipermeable to water.41. The mat of claim 39 , ...

Iron-ion supply material

An iron-ion supply material capable of efficiently supplying iron ions to plants is provided. An iron-ion supply material that acts as an iron-ion supply source for supplying iron ions contributing to plant growth comprises an iron powder having an iron content of 80% by mass or more, wherein 50% by mass or more of the whole iron powder has a particle size of 100 μm or more and 10 mm or less.

FERTILIZER COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

In accordance with the present invention, disclosed herein is a fertilizer core particle and fertilizer granule. The fertilizer core particle has one or more fertilizer additives, one or more binders comprising a wax, and one or more pH buffering agents, and wherein the core particle comprises from about 10 wt % to about 99 wt % of the one or more binders comprising a wax. 1. A fertilizer core particle having an outer surface and comprising one or more fertilizer additives , one or more binders comprising a wax , and one or more pH buffering agents , and wherein the core particle comprises from about 10 wt % to about 99 wt % of the one or more binders comprising a wax.2. The fertilizer core particle of claim 1 , wherein the one or more fertilizer additives comprise a urease inhibitor or a nitrification inhibitor claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The fertilizer core particle of claim 2 , wherein the urease inhibitor comprises N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBTPT) or phenyl phosphorodiamidate (PPDA) claim 2 , or a combination thereof claim 2 , and wherein the nitrification inhibitor comprises 3 claim 2 ,4-dimethylpyrazole phosphate (DMPP) claim 2 , thio-urea (TU) claim 2 , dicyandiamide (DCD) claim 2 , 2-Chloro-6-(trichloromethyl)-pyridine (Nitrapyrin) claim 2 , 5-Ethoxy-3-trichloromethyl-1 claim 2 , 2 claim 2 , 4-thiadiazol (Terrazole) claim 2 , 2-Amino-4-chloro-6-methyl-pyrimidine (AM) claim 2 , 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) claim 2 , or 2-Sulfanimalamidothiazole (ST) claim 2 , or a combination thereof.4. The fertilizer core particle of claim 1 , wherein the one or more pH buffering agents comprise CaCO claim 1 , MgO claim 1 , KHPO claim 1 , or NaHCO claim 1 , or a combination thereof.5. The fertilizer core particle of claim 1 , wherein the core particle comprises from about 60 wt % to about 90 wt % of the one or more binders comprising a wax.6. The fertilizer core particle of claim 1 , wherein the core particle comprises from about 5 wt % to about 60 wt % ...

FERTILIZER COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING SAME

In accordance with the present invention, disclosed herein is a fertilizer core and fertilizer granule and methods related thereto. The fertilizer core particle has an outer surface and comprising one or more fertilizer additives, one or more binders, and one or more pH buffering agents, and wherein the fertilizer core particle comprises from about 10 wt % to about 99 wt % of the one or more binders. 1. A fertilizer core particle having an outer surface and comprising one or more fertilizer additives , one or more binders , and one or more pH buffering agents , and wherein the fertilizer core particle comprises from about 10 wt % to about 99 wt % of the one or more binders.2. The fertilizer core particle of claim 1 , wherein the one or more fertilizer additives comprise a urease inhibitor or a nitrification inhibitor claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , wherein the urease inhibitor comprises N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBTPT) or phenyl phosphorodiamidate (PPDA) claim 1 , or a combination thereof claim 1 , and wherein the nitrification inhibitor comprises 3 claim 1 ,4-dimethylpyrazole phosphate (DMPP) claim 1 , thio-urea (TU) claim 1 , dicyandiamide (DCD) claim 1 , 2-Chloro-6-(trichloromethyl)-pyridine (Nitrapyrin) claim 1 , 5-Ethoxy-3-trichloromethyl-1 claim 1 , 2 claim 1 , 4-thiadiazol (Terrazole) claim 1 , 2-Amino-4-chloro-6-methyl-pyrimidine (AM) claim 1 , 2-Mercapto-benzothiazole (MBT) claim 1 , or 2-Sulfanimalamidothiazole (ST) claim 1 , or a combination thereof.3. The fertilizer core particle of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the one or more pH buffering agents comprise chalk powder claim 1 , CaCO claim 1 , MgO claim 1 , KHPO claim 1 , or NaHCO claim 1 , or a combination thereof.4. The fertilizer core particle of any one of - claim 1 , wherein the one or more binders comprises Plaster of Paris claim 1 , flour claim 1 , biodegradable bleached wheat flour claim 1 , starch claim 1 , or gluten claim 1 , or combination thereof.5. The fertilizer ...

SOLVENT FOR THIOPHOSPHORIC TRIAMIDE OR DICYANDIAMIDE SOLUTIONS, AND RELATED METHODS

Solvents useful with thiophosphoric triamide urease inhibitors, that provide stable solution of a thiophosphoric triamide, such as for distribution (in low or high concentrations) onto a fertilizer or other liquid or solid material that contains urea. 1. A solution comprising:a thiophosphoric triamide urease inhibitor, anda solvent comprising triethyl phosphate.2. The solution of wherein the thiophosphoric triamide is N-(n-butyl)-thio-phosphoric triamide.3. The solution of wherein the thiophosphoric triamide is present in the solution in an amount between about 15 and 50 weight percent claim 1 , by weight of the solution.4. The solution of wherein the triethyl phosphate is present in the solution in an amount between about 50 and 85 weight percent claim 1 , by weight of the solution.5. The solution of wherein the thiophosphoric triamide is present in the solution in an amount between about 20 and 35 weight percent claim 1 , by weight of the solution.68-. (canceled)9. The solution of comprising a co-solvent selected from alkyl lactate claim 1 , dimethyl sulfoxide claim 1 , triethyl phosphate claim 1 , N-methyl pyrrolidone claim 1 , a glycol claim 1 , a glycol derivative claim 1 , propylene glycol claim 1 , sulfolane claim 1 , and combinations thereof.10. The solution of comprising a co-solvent selected from: a mixture of triethyl and ethyl lactate; a mixture of triethyl phosphate and dimethyl sulfoxide; and a mixture of triethyl phosphate claim 1 , ethyl lactate claim 1 , and dimethyl sulfoxide.11. The solution of wherein the thiophosphoric triamide is present in the solution in an amount between about 15 and 50 weight percent claim 9 , by weight of the solution.1214-. (canceled)15. The solution of wherein the co-solvent is present in the solution in an amount up to about 50 weight percent claim 9 , by weight of the solution.1617-. (canceled)18. The solution of further comprising a dye.19. A method of preparing a urea-based fertilizer claim 1 , the method comprising ...

Automatic dispensing of microbial soil enhancement

A method for enhancing soil in a predetermined farming area includes selecting a plurality of strains of sporulated living microbes and form a microbial solution; infusing the microbes with a carrier for a predetermined animal; feeding the animal with the microbes infused carrier; excrementing the microbes infused carrier as the animal moves around the area to receive the soil enhancement; and upon receipt of liquid, activating the microbes to perform soil enhancement.

Activated-release fertilizer, pesticides, and other granules, germination-activated seeds, and methods of making and using same

An activated-release, water-insoluble or slowly-soluble coating is utilized on fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, medicine, and other granules to precisely time the release of the active ingredient of the granules, for purposes such as fertilizer and pesticide release as well as to initiate seed germination. An external stimulus, activating means or agent, including, but not limited to, microwaves, ultrasonic waves, X-rays, radio waves, electromagnetic waves, radar waves, sonar waves, magnetic induction, (or pulses of any of the foregoing), specific chemical, bacteria, or fungus organism (such as ionic or non ionic surfactants, organic solvents, specifically cultured bacteria, fungi or catalytic agents) is used to break the coating, thus allowing for the release or germination. An activating device may be mounted on or in a tool bar, cart, or other apparatus pulled by a tractor, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), airplane, helicopter, or other implement and passed over a field, sprayed onto or injected into the soil, when the granule content is actually needed or germination is sought. The present disclosure also relates to liquid fertilizers of complex chemistry that are not readily available to plants; activation will degrade the nutrient compounds to readily-available forms.

Triggerable support package for seeds

A system for enhancement of crop production includes a triggerable seed support package. The triggerable seed support package has a payload including seed enhancement material, where the payload is configured to be released in response to a trigger.

Release control pesticide delivery unit, its manufacture and use

수-불침투성인 물질로 제조된 셀인 불침투성 셀; 상기 불침투성 셀 내의 농약; 및 상기 불침투성 셀 내에 위치하는 부분과 상기 불침투성 셀의 외부에 위치하는 부분을 가지는, 하이드로겔을 포함하는 심지 (wick)를 포함하는 농약 전달 유닛이 개시된다. 또한, (a) 적어도 하나의 세그먼트가 수-불침투성이고 적어도 하나의 세그먼트가 수-침투성인 2개 이상의 셀 벽 세그먼트를 포함하는 셀; 및 (ii) 상기 셀 내의 농약을 포함하는 농약 전달 유닛이 개시된다. 본 발명은 상기 유닛의 제조 및 사용 방법을 제공한다.

Paving block spacer

The paving block spacer, for aiding the placing of paving blocks and the growth of grass between the laid blocks, comprises a body 1 formed from a water-degradable organic material with an impregnation of liquid fertilizer and an outer coating with water-based varnish, the spacer having a rectangular prismatic shape with an indefinite length within which a number of vertical holes 2 are provided. Vertical notches 4 are preferably provided along the sides of the spacer to help facilitate the division of the spacer body into smaller lengths.

Seed preparation

A coated seed product, the product comprising: at least one plant seed; and a coating adhered to the exterior of the plant seed, the coating comprising one or more evaporite minerals, preferably polyhalite.

Atmospheric greenhouse gas removal

A material (such as potassium hydroxide or ammonia) capable of reacting with ambient carbon dioxide to produce fertilizer is placed in the path of ambient air movement. Desirably the material is associated with a fabric which in turn is associated with a vane of a vertical axis wind turbine, the turbine performing useful work as well as supporting the material which produces a fertilizer. A misting system controlled by a controller may automatically apply a water mist to the material if the humidity is below a predetermined level. The fabric with produced nitrogen and/or potassium fertilizer may be placed directly into contact with soil, or shredded first, or burned to produce energy and an ash (and the ash applied to the soil). The wind turbine may have a convenient, versatile mounting system with three adjustable legs supporting a central component, and the spokes of the wind turbine may be slotted for easy assembly with vanes.

Compact for insect control

A compact comprising particles and an active agent selected from a pesticide, a herbicide, a plant nutrient, a fertilizer, an arthropod attractant such as a semiochemical, a semiochemical, a food or protein bait, and including mixtures of two or more thereof.

Activated-release fertilizer, pesticides, and other granules, germination-activated seeds, and methods of making and using same

An activated-release, water-insoluble or slowly-soluble coating is utilized on fertilizers, pesticides, seeds, medicine, and other granules to precisely time the release of the active ingredient of the granules, for purposes such as fertilizer and pesticide release as well as to initiate seed germination. An external stimulus, or activating agent, including, but not limited to, microwaves, ultrasonic waves, X-rays, radio waves, electromagnetic waves, radar waves, sonar waves, magnetic induction, (or pulses of any of the foregoing), specific chemical, bacteria, or fungus organism (such as ionic or non ionic surfactants, organic solvents, specifically cultured bacteria, fungi or catalytic agents) is used to break the coating, thus allowing for the release or germination. An activating device may be mounted on or in a tool bar, cart, or other apparatus pulled by a tractor, all-terrain vehicle (ATV), airplane, helicopter, or other implement and passed over a field, sprayed onto or injected into the soil, when the granule content is actually needed or germination is sought. The present disclosure also relates to liquid fertilizers of complex chemistry that are not readily available to plants; activation will degrade the nutrient compounds to readily-available forms.

Persistent, targeted, optimized, soil amendment composition and method

A material for optimizing and maintaining at least one of water, nutrients, biocides, and other protectant or growth supporting chemicals in natural soils by decreasing leaching, evaporation, and volatility through application of agglomerated granules (prills) formed of engineered hydrating particles, a binder, nutrients, and protectants to the soil. Typical application is by applying prills simultaneously with seeds when drilled, broadcast, or otherwise distributed.

Tree or plant protection mat

One embodiment provides a modular green roof tray, house plant growth media and horticulture growth media, and a tree protection mat for weed and moisture control made from recycled disposable diapers. The growth medium and tree protection mat contain superabsorbent materials from diaper that can absorb waters and greatly reduce irrigation so to provide a drought resistant feature. One embodiment also provides a manufacturing process to perform 100% recycling of disposed diapers.

Persistent, targeted, optimized, soil amendment composition and method

A material for optimizing and maintaining at least one of water, nutrients, biocides, and other protectant or growth supporting chemicals in natural soils by decreasing leaching, evaporation, and volatility through application of agglomerated granules (prills) formed of engineered hydrating particles, a binder, nutrients, and protectants to the soil. Typical application is by applying prills simultaneously with seeds when drilled, broadcast, or otherwise distributed.

Triggerable support package for seeds

A system for enhancement of crop production includes a triggerable seed support package. The triggerable seed support package has a payload including seed enhancement material, where the payload is configured to be released in response to a trigger.

Wind turbine with pollutant capturing surfaces

Greenhouse gases, such as carbon dioxide and methane, or other pollutants, are removed from ambient air while at the same time performing other useful functions. For example, surfaces of a vertical axis wind turbine (such as a Savonius) are provided as, or covered by, fabrics, films, or coatings which remove pollutants from flowing ambient air that contacts the turbine vanes and effects rotation of them to produce electricity. Many different materials may be used, such as activated carbon (especially associated with aramid fabrics), hydroxide coated textiles, hydroxyl ion rich cloth (e. g. wool), or coatings or films of titanium dioxide. After pollutant capture the materials or fabrics may be regenerated, burned with biomass, or disposed of.