Plant husbandry – Seed tape or mat – method or apparatus
Reexamination Certificate
2008-04-15
2008-04-15
Bell, Kent L (Department: 1661)
Plant husbandry
Seed tape or mat, method or apparatus
C800S278000, C504S100000
Reexamination Certificate
active
10985216
ABSTRACT:
A manufactured seed (20) is provided. The manufactured seed includes a first seed shell (22a) and a first restraint (32a) disposed within the first shell. The first restraint includes a cavity (38a), and at least two embryos (34a) and (34b) disposed within the manufactured seed.
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Carlson William C.
Gaddis Paul G.
Heilesen Mollie K.
Bell Kent L
Christensen O'Connor Johnson & Kindness
Weyerhaeuser Co.
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