According to the present invention, there is provided a method for the production of an adhesive, said method comprising the following steps: a) providing lignin rich carbohydrate complexes (LCC) by pressurized hot water extraction of softwood biomass, preferably biomass of Norway spruce or Scots pine, or of hardwood biomass, preferably biomass of Birch or Beech, providing bark lignin rich carbohydrate complexes (BLCC) by pressurized hot water extraction of softwood bark, preferably bark of Norway spruce or Scots pine, or providing liquefied biomass by acid-catalyzed liquefaction of biomass including wood saw dust, agricultural residues, plant stalks, recycle carton boards, recycle paper, recycle wood, wood panels, and wood bark side streams, in polyhydric alcohols and phenols; b) reacting the LCCs, BLCCs, or liquefied biomass obtained in step a) with a crosslinking or catalytic agent selected from the group consisting of: carboxylic agents including citric acid, dicarboxylic acids including adipic acid, organic acid anhydrides, tannin, tannic acid, plant derived fatty acids including suberin, and hexamethylenediamine, in order to produce said adhesive. The present invention is also directed to an adhesive produced by the method of the invention and to the use thereof as a bonding agent in wood products or as a coating agent in wood products or mineral wool.
An arrangement (100) for classifying plant embryos comprising a vibrating base (102) configured to receive. relocate and/or detach, by vibrating. one or more plant embryos (104) without liquid, at least one sensor (108) configured to at least detect a single plant embryo (104) on the vibrating base (102), a robot (106) having a gripper (110) configured to pick the detected single plant embryo (104) from the vibrating base (102), at least one camera (112) configured to image the single plant embryo (104) in the gripper (110) from a plurality of directions and a processing unit configured to determine, based on the images. a quality of the single plant embryo (104), and wherein the processing unit is further configured to provide a control signal to the robot (106) to move, based on the quality of the embryo (104), the single plant embryo (104) to a first or a second group.
A23J 1/12 - Obtaining protein compositions for foodstuffsBulk opening of eggs and separation of yolks from whites from cereals, wheat, bran, or molasses
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According to an example aspect of the present invention, there is provided a mulch composition comprising: a fibrous organic waste material and/or a fibrous organic side-stream material, and a liquid derived from thermochemical decomposition of biomass, wherein said mulch composition is configured to solidify, upon being distributed over a soil substrate or a growing medium substrate, to form a surface cover layer thereon.
According to an example aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for converting a plant material to a hardenable biomass by means of a reactive extrusion in a series of extrusion modules, which exposes carbohydrate compounds of the plant material.
An apparatus for cultivation of long-stem vegetable plants, related system, methods and uses are provided. The apparatus includes a frame rack with at least one essentially horizontal cultivation platform configured to support a stem portion of at least one long-stem vegetable plant rooted in a static cultivation tray, wherein each the cultivation platform is established by a conveying device and wherein speed of the conveying device is adjustable such, as to correspond to the speed of plant growth.
An arrangement (100) for classifying plant embryos comprising a vibrating base (102) configured to receive, relocate and/or detach, by vibrating, one or more plant embryos (104) without liquid, at least one sensor (108) configured to at least detect a single plant embryo (104) on the vibrating base (102), a robot (106) having a gripper (110) configured to pick the detected single plant embryo (104) from the vibrating base (102), at least one camera (112) configured to image the single plant embryo (104) in the gripper (110) from a plurality of directions and a processing unit configured to determine, based on the images, a quality of the single plant embryo (104), and wherein the processing unit is further configured to provide a control signal to the robot (106) to move, based on the quality of the embryo (104), the single plant embryo (104) to a first or a second group.
An arrangement (100) for classifying plant embryos comprising a vibrating base (102) configured to receive, relocate and/or detach, by vibrating, one or more plant embryos (104) without liquid, at least one sensor (108) configured to at least detect a single plant embryo (104) on the vibrating base (102), a robot (106) having a gripper (110) configured to pick the detected single plant embryo (104) from the vibrating base (102), at least one camera (112) configured to image the single plant embryo (104) in the gripper (110) from a plurality of directions and a processing unit configured to determine, based on the images, a quality of the single plant embryo (104), and wherein the processing unit is further configured to provide a control signal to the robot (106) to move, based on the quality of the embryo (104), the single plant embryo (104) to a first or a second group.
A method for separating and recovering compounds from biomass is provided. In the method, an aqueous extraction fluid in essentially gaseous phase, such as steam, is propagated through a reaction area containing biomass feedstock. When extraction fluid advances through the biomass feedstock, in predetermined reaction conditions, a target compound separates from the essentially solid feedstock matter and travels, with the extraction fluid, towards the end of the reaction area, in where the target compound is recovered in the form of an essentially liquid medium. The method is beneficial for extracting long-chain hemicelluloses from cellulose-containing feedstocks.
An apparatus 100 for cultivation of long-stem vegetable plants, related system, methods and uses are provided. The apparatus 100 comprises a frame rack 10 with at least one essentially horizontal cultivation platform 22 configured to support a stem portion 31 of at least one long-stem vegetable plant rooted in a static cultivation tray 13, wherein each said cultivation platform is established by a conveying device 11 and wherein speed of said conveying device is adjustable such, as to correspond to the speed of plant growth.
An apparatus 100 for cultivation of long-stem vegetable plants, related system, methods and uses are provided. The apparatus 100 comprises a frame rack 10 with at least one essentially horizontal cultivation platform 22 configured to support a stem portion 31 of at least one long-stem vegetable plant rooted in a static cultivation tray 13, wherein each said cultivation platform is established by a conveying device 11 and wherein speed of said conveying device is adjustable such, as to correspond to the speed of plant growth.
A circulation and aeration system 10 for an aquaculture facility 100 comprising an elongated reservoir 20 for cultivating aquatic species is provided. The system 10 comprises a number of vertical manifolds 11A distributed along the length of the reservoir through an interconnecting piping 11B and arranged to generate a number of adjacent rotating liquid flow patterns by injecting aerated water into said reservoir via exhaust ports 12, wherein each said pattern forms an individual rotating flow cell 20A, 20B, 20C, and wherein the system further comprises at least one airlift pump 13 configured to supply the aerated water into the manifolds 11A. Related facility 100, methods and uses are further provided.
A water treatment system for a recirculation aquaculture facility, related method and uses thereof are provided. The water treatment system included a water pre-treatment facility and a groundwater recharge arrangement, wherein the water treatment system forms a primary recirculation flow pathway when integrated with the recirculation aquaculture facility, thereupon effluent discharged from the recirculation aquaculture facility is sequentially directed through and back into the recirculation aquaculture facility via a water collecting circuit network to enter the recirculation aquaculture facility as an influent. The secondary recirculation flow pathway is formed internally within the recirculation aquaculture facility.
A method for separating and recovering compounds from biomass is provided. In the method, an aqueous extraction fluid (1) in essentially gaseous phase, such as steam, is propagated through a reaction area (10A) containing biomass feedstock. When extraction fluid (1) advances through the biomass feedstock, in predetermined reaction conditions, a target compound (C1, C2) separates from the essentially solid feedstock matter and travels, with the extraction fluid, towards the end of the reaction area, in where the target compound is recovered in the form of an essentially liquid medium (2). The method is beneficial for extracting long-chain hemicelluloses from cellulose-containing feedstocks.
A method for separating and recovering compounds from biomass is provided. In the method, an aqueous extraction fluid (1) in essentially gaseous phase, such as steam, is propagated through a reaction area (10A) containing biomass feedstock. When extraction fluid (1) advances through the biomass feedstock, in predetermined reaction conditions, a target compound (C1, C2) separates from the essentially solid feedstock matter and travels, with the extraction fluid, towards the end of the reaction area, in where the target compound is recovered in the form of an essentially liquid medium (2). The method is beneficial for extracting long-chain hemicelluloses from cellulose-containing feedstocks.
A method for reducing nitrate content in leafy vegetable plants, in particular, in salad crops, is provided. In the method, at least one organic osmolyte compound is delivered, in a predetermined amount, to the plant, preferably, a hydroponically cultivated plant. The method advantageously utilizes betaine compounds. Related preparation and uses are further provided.
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A method for reducing nitrate content in leafy vegetable plants, in particular, in salad crops, is provided. In the method, at least one organic osmolyte compound is delivered, in a predetermined amount, to the plant, preferably, a hydroponically cultivated plant. The method advantageously utilizes betaine compounds. Related preparation and uses are further provided.
A method for reducing nitrate content in leafy vegetable plants, in particular, in salad crops, is provided. In the method, at least one organic osmolyte compound is delivered, in a predetermined amount, to the plant, preferably, a hydroponically cultivated plant. The method advantageously utilizes betaine compounds. Related preparation and uses are further provided.
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HeterobasidionHeterobasidionHeterobasidion fungus have been utilized. A biological control agent and use thereof in preventing forest diseases are further provided.
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A method for stimulating plant disease-suppressive activity, such as soil—and seed-borne fungal diseases—and saprophytic molds-suppressive activity, in Sphagnum moss biomass is provided. In the method freshly harvested and/or air-dried Sphagnum biomass is heat treated, thereupon a flow of air heated to a temperature within a range of 50-80° C. is conveyed thereto during a predetermined period of time. Sphagnum biomass is preferably selected from naturally occurring Sphagnum species, in particular, Sphagnum fuscum. A plant disease-suppressive growing medium and uses thereof are further provided.
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A water treatment system (100) for a recirculation aquaculture facility, related method and uses thereof are provided. The water treatment system (100) comprises a water pre-treatment facility (120) and a groundwater recharge arrangement (130), wherein said water treatment system forms a primary recirculation flow pathway (111) when integrated with the recirculation aquaculture facility (140), thereupon effluent (111B) discharged from the recirculation aquaculture facility is sequentially directed through (120) and (130) back into the recirculation aquaculture facility via a water collecting circuit network (151) to enter the recirculation aquaculture facility as an influent (111A). The secondary recirculation flow pathway (141) is formed internally within the recirculation aquaculture facility.
A water treatment system (100) for a recirculation aquaculture facility, related method and uses thereof are provided. The water treatment system (100) comprises a water pre-treatment facility (120) and a groundwater recharge arrangement (130), wherein said water treatment system forms a primary recirculation flow pathway (111) when integrated with the recirculation aquaculture facility (140), thereupon effluent (111B) discharged from the recirculation aquaculture facility is sequentially directed through (120) and (130) back into the recirculation aquaculture facility via a water collecting circuit network (151) to enter the recirculation aquaculture facility as an influent (111A). The secondary recirculation flow pathway (141) is formed internally within the recirculation aquaculture facility.
A method for stimulating plant disease-suppressive activity, such as soil- and seed-borne fungal diseases- and saprophytic moulds-suppressive activity, in Sphagnum moss biomass is provided. In said method freshly harvested and/or air-dried Sphagnum biomass is heat treated, thereupon a flow of air heated to a temperature within a range of 50-80 °C is conveyed thereto during a predetermined period of time. Sphagnum biomass is preferably selected from naturally occurring Sphagnum species, in particular, Sphagnum fuscum. A plant disease-suppressive growing medium and uses thereof are further provided.
A01G 24/28 - Growth substratesCulture mediaApparatus or methods therefor based on or containing natural organic material containing peat, moss or sphagnum
A method for stimulating plant disease-suppressive activity, such as soil- and seed-borne fungal diseases- and saprophytic moulds-suppressive activity, in Sphagnum moss biomass is provided. In said method freshly harvested and/or air-dried Sphagnum biomass is heat treated, thereupon a flow of air heated to a temperature within a range of 50-80 °C is conveyed thereto during a predetermined period of time. Sphagnum biomass is preferably selected from naturally occurring Sphagnum species, in particular, Sphagnum fuscum. A plant disease-suppressive growing medium and uses thereof are further provided.
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A mulch composition 10 and a method of manufacturing thereof are provided. The mulch composition 10 is preferably composed of a fibrous peat material 11, biomass-derived unfractionated pyrolysis oil 12 and water, and may further include an additive 3, such as biochar, bio-ash or potato flour. A ground cover for a soil substrate 20 is formed by distributing the mulch composition 10 over the soil substrate. Uses of said mulch composition 10 in combatting pests and in soil reclamation and improvement are further provided.
A mulch composition 10 and a method of manufacturing thereof are provided. The mulch composition 10 is preferably composed of a fibrous peat material 11, biomass-derived unfractionated pyrolysis oil 12 and water, and may further include an additive 3, such as biochar, bio-ash or potato flour. A ground cover for a soil substrate 20 is formed by distributing the mulch composition 10 over the soil substrate. Uses of said mulch composition 10 in combatting pests and in soil reclamation and improvement are further provided.
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Apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; compact discs, DVDs and other digital recording media; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment, computers; computer software; mobile apps; databases (electronic); computer applications for evaluation and calculation of environmental impacts; downloadable electronic reports. Telecommunication services; provision of access to content, websites and portals; providing access to databases; digital transmission and communication services; information, consultancy and advisory services relating to telecommunications; video-conferencing services and providing access for sharing of files, images, video, photos, drawings, audio-visual, text, documents and data; Providing information and consultation relating to afore mentioned services. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software; software implementation; design and development of computer software for evaluation and calculation of data; design and development of computer database software; technical consultancy relating to the application and use of computer software; software as a service [SaaS]; platform as a Service [PaaS]; consultancy related to modeling, assessment and calculation of environmental impacts; environmental consultancy services; counting services related to environmental impacts; environmental surveys; compilation of environmental information; maintenance of data bases; leasing of computer software; rental of software for data processing; storage of electronic data and information.
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Telecommunication services; provision of access to content, websites and portals; providing access to databases; digital transmission and communication services; information, consultancy and advisory services relating to telecommunications; video-conferencing services and providing access for sharing of files, images, video, photos, drawings, audio-visual, text, documents and data; Providing information and consultation relating to aforementioned services. Maintenance of data bases; storage of electronic data and information.
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Sphagnum moss and method for the manufacture thereof
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A bioreactor apparatus includes a vessel establishing an interior space environmentally separable from an exterior space outside of the vessel, an agitation system including mixing means arranged in the interior space and drive means adapted to rotate the mixing means. The drive means includes a drive motor that is arranged in the interior space.
The invention relates to growing medium structures comprising Sphagnum moss, to a foam-laid method for their manufacture and to the use thereof in horticulture, landscaping and forestry applications.
A01G 24/28 - Growth substratesCulture mediaApparatus or methods therefor based on or containing natural organic material containing peat, moss or sphagnum
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D21F 11/00 - Processes for making continuous lengths of paper, or of cardboard, or of wet web for fibreboard production, on paper-making machines
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GROWING MEDIUM STRUCTURES BASED ON SPHAGNUM MOSS AND METHOD FOR THE MANUFACTURE THEREOF
The invention relates to growing medium structures comprising Sphagnum moss, to a foam-laid method for their manufacture and to the use thereof in horticulture, landscaping and forestry applications.
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Agricultural and aquacultural crops, horticulture and forestry products; Seedlings. Business analysis, research and information services; Market research services; Market survey and reporting services; Services relating to business analytics. Education and guidance relating to bioeconomy, natural resources and their sustainable use; Development of educational materials, Publication and dissemination of educational material; Organisation of courses, seminars and conferences. Science and technology services and research and design relating thereto; Industrial analysis and research services; Design and development of computer hardware and software; Research, testing and development services relating to natural resources and their sustainable use. Farming (animals), Agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services.
