The invention relates to an anti-microbial composition [composition (C), herein after], wherein said composition (C) comprises from 60.00 to 94.45% by weight (wt. %) of at least one monocarboxylic acid having from 1 to 5 carbon atoms, or a salt, or mixtures thereof; from 5.00 to 25.00% by weight (wt. %) of at least one medium-chain fatty acid comprising from 6 to 12 carbon atoms or derivatives thereof, from 0.05 to 2.50% by weight (wt. %) of at least one monoterpene; wherein said composition (C) is substantially free of aliphatic aldehydes having from 1 to 12 carbon atoms and wherein all wt. % are relative to the total weight of the composition (C).

The present invention relates to compositions and methods for masking the taste of an agent. In certain aspects, the invention comprises a microsphere and at least one sweetener therein. In another aspect, the invention comprises an edible material comprising at least one microsphere comprising an agent and at least one microsphere comprising a sweetener.

Compositions and methods that reduce Varroa mite populations within a honey bee colony are disclosed. The compositions and methods utilize relatively high concentrations of one or more naturally occurring molecules that are found within honey and/or propolis within a honey bee colony at low concentrations.

The present invention discloses a food source for predatory mites and/or insects comprising a mixture of a carrier material and individuals of at least one mite species suitable as being a prey for the predatory mites and/or insects. The present invention further discloses methods for producing the food source and uses thereof.

The present invention discloses a food source for predatory mites and/or insects comprising a mixture of a carrier material and individuals of at least one mite species suitable as being a prey for the predatory mites and/or insects. The present invention further discloses methods for producing the food source and uses thereof.

The disclosure provides for methods of repelling, directing, altering the behavior, and controlling an insect by utilizing a compound or composition described herein. The disclosure also provides for methods of promoting the health of an insect by repelling a pest that preys on insect and/or by providing an antibiotic or nutritional supplement composition to an insect. The disclosure also provides for a composition including at least one repelling, controlling, or directing compound or composition described herein together with an insecticide, herbicide, fungicide, or miticide. Compounds, compositions, seeds, and plants useful in these methods are also described.

The disclosure provides for methods of repelling, directing, altering the behavior, and controlling an insect by utilizing a compound or composition described herein. The disclosure also provides for methods of promoting the health of an insect by repelling a pest that preys on insect and/or by providing an antibiotic or nutritional supplement composition to an insect. The disclosure also provides for a composition including at least one repelling, controlling, or directing compound or composition described herein together with an insecticide, herbicide, fungicide, or miticide. Compounds, compositions, seeds, and plants useful in these methods are also described.

The present invention provides an environmentally friendly liquid which is applied to a surface of an object to form a cleaning effect. The environmentally friendly liquid is made by mixing multiple components, wherein the multiple components include: oil, occupying 73-83% by weight; sodium benzoate, occupies 0.1?2.5% by weight; interface active agent, occupies 10?20% by weight; silicon dioxide, occupies 0.4?10% by weight; and aluminum oxide, occupies 0.1?3% by weight.

A cleaning solution, composition, and portable cleaner are provided that is all natural, safe, non-toxic, edible, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, deodorizing, and further includes a pleasant fragrance and taste. In addition, the cleaning composition can be free from sugar, alcohol, surfactants, and other harmful or harsh ingredients. In addition, the cleaning composition allows for quick cleaning of any type of object that may be placed in the mouth, such as pacifiers, toys, candy, eating utensils, musical instruments, and mouth-pieces, among others.

Compositions contain anti-microbial agents that can kill, inhibit, and/or prevent the growth of the microbes. The composition contains carrier and/or retainer forms a protective barrier on the surface of the plants when the composition is applied onto the plants. The carrier forms one or more layers of bio-barrier, which serves as a protective layer preventing microbes and/or other harmful microorganisms or virus from contacting and infecting the plants. The retainer serves as a chemical glue (e.g., a water soluble glue) for increasing the contact time and contact numbers between the anti-microbial agents and the harmful microbes. The compositions are all made from ingredients that are from food-grade, organic, or GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) materials under 21 C.F.R. 174-178 (C.F.R.: U.S. Code of Federal Regulations).