Patent classifications
A01G24/60
System for packaging growth medium pots into propagation trays, and distributor apparatuses therefor
A system for packaging growth medium pots onto propagation trays is provided. The system includes an apparatus adapted for producing a length of growth medium cut into growth medium pots of suitable size; and a distributor apparatus adapted for positioning growth medium pots into a propagation tray or the like. The distributor apparatus comprises a) a first apparatus, b) a conveyor unit, and c) a second apparatus. The first apparatus is configured for positioning growth medium pots onto said conveyor unit. The conveyor unit comprises an endless conveyor belt adapted for transporting the growth medium pots toward the second apparatus. The second apparatus is configured for moving said growth medium pots positioned on the said conveyor belt into a propagation tray or the like.
System for packaging growth medium pots into propagation trays, and distributor apparatuses therefor
A system for packaging growth medium pots onto propagation trays is provided. The system includes an apparatus adapted for producing a length of growth medium cut into growth medium pots of suitable size; and a distributor apparatus adapted for positioning growth medium pots into a propagation tray or the like. The distributor apparatus comprises a) a first apparatus, b) a conveyor unit, and c) a second apparatus. The first apparatus is configured for positioning growth medium pots onto said conveyor unit. The conveyor unit comprises an endless conveyor belt adapted for transporting the growth medium pots toward the second apparatus. The second apparatus is configured for moving said growth medium pots positioned on the said conveyor belt into a propagation tray or the like.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FABRICATION, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR OF SYNTHETIC LIVING WOOD TISSUE
The invention provides an integrated system and method for fabricating, regenerating, and maintaining synthetic living wood tissue constructs. The platform utilizes a formulation subsystem that prepares plant-derived precursor cells, lineage-directing Exomix signaling vesicles, and a supportive cellulose-based hydrogel into a printable bio-ink. An additive biofabrication subsystem generates structured constructs containing organized cambial, xylem, and phloem domains, microfluidic vascular channels, and embedded niche reservoirs. A maintenance and repair subsystem preserves tissue viability, delivers targeted regeneration cues, and supports long-term integration with damaged or aging wood substrates. Environmental control modules regulate electrical, mechanical, thermal, and biochemical parameters to guide differentiation and maturation. The invention enables sustainable production of regenerative wood materials with enhanced strength, decay resistance, and customizable properties, addressing limitations of natural wood through controlled biomanufacturing and restoration workflows.
SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FABRICATION, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR OF SYNTHETIC LIVING WOOD TISSUE
The invention provides an integrated system and method for fabricating, regenerating, and maintaining synthetic living wood tissue constructs. The platform utilizes a formulation subsystem that prepares plant-derived precursor cells, lineage-directing Exomix signaling vesicles, and a supportive cellulose-based hydrogel into a printable bio-ink. An additive biofabrication subsystem generates structured constructs containing organized cambial, xylem, and phloem domains, microfluidic vascular channels, and embedded niche reservoirs. A maintenance and repair subsystem preserves tissue viability, delivers targeted regeneration cues, and supports long-term integration with damaged or aging wood substrates. Environmental control modules regulate electrical, mechanical, thermal, and biochemical parameters to guide differentiation and maturation. The invention enables sustainable production of regenerative wood materials with enhanced strength, decay resistance, and customizable properties, addressing limitations of natural wood through controlled biomanufacturing and restoration workflows.
A SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING A SEED AND/OR FERTILIZER FILLED PLANT GROWTH MEDIUM POT, ROD, OR BAND, AND AN APPARATUS THEREFOR
A system for producing a seed and/or fertilizer filled plant growth medium pot, rod, or band is provided. The system includes a supporting means (adapted for receiving and supporting a plant growth medium pot, rod, or band), a feeding tube adapted to be in a retracted position or an extended position (for insertion into the growth medium), and a delivery unit (adapted for delivering a seed and/or a dosage of fertilizer through the feeding tube and into the growth medium). The feeding tube includes a cutting means, preferably a knife blade, mounted at the tip of the feeding tube. The cutting means is adapted for cutting into the plant growth medium pot, rod, or band, thereby facilitating the movement of the feeding tube into the plant growth medium pot, rod, or band.
A SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING A SEED AND/OR FERTILIZER FILLED PLANT GROWTH MEDIUM POT, ROD, OR BAND, AND AN APPARATUS THEREFOR
A system for producing a seed and/or fertilizer filled plant growth medium pot, rod, or band is provided. The system includes a supporting means (adapted for receiving and supporting a plant growth medium pot, rod, or band), a feeding tube adapted to be in a retracted position or an extended position (for insertion into the growth medium), and a delivery unit (adapted for delivering a seed and/or a dosage of fertilizer through the feeding tube and into the growth medium). The feeding tube includes a cutting means, preferably a knife blade, mounted at the tip of the feeding tube. The cutting means is adapted for cutting into the plant growth medium pot, rod, or band, thereby facilitating the movement of the feeding tube into the plant growth medium pot, rod, or band.
METHOD OF PLANTING FORAGE CROPS
A method of dispersing seeds of a plant via a digestive system of an animal includes steps of feeding the seeds to the animal, positioning the animal in a pasture, and dispersing, via defecation by the animal, the seeds onto the pasture, whereby the seeds are mixed with manure produced by the animal. The seeds may be for a forage crop, such as one used for forage for the animal which disperses the seeds. The method may be used to overseed areas which have already planted forage crop in order to preserve or improve the health of the population of forage crops in the pasture.