Urban Maize Tech: Sustainable Agriculture Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856907_0007_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:New Applications & Use Cases

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Urban Maize Tech: Sustainable Agriculture Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856907_0007_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856907_0007_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,856,907.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent for maize hybrid X15R414 focused on improving crop yields and agronomic quality. However, urbanization and environmental degradation have created new challenges, including air pollution, soil contamination, and the need for sustainable energy sources. This invention adapts the X15R414 technology to tackle these urban environmental issues.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce a novel application of the X15R414 technology, shifting from traditional agriculture to urban environmental remediation and sustainable energy production. The inventive step lies in adapting the hybrid maize variety to address urban-specific challenges, such as air pollution and contaminated soil.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments may include integrating X15R414 with IoT sensors, AI-powered decision-support systems, or other urban agriculture technologies. Variations could involve using different maize varieties or adapting the invention for use in different urban environments.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has significant commercial potential in the urban agriculture, environmental remediation, and sustainable energy markets. Target industries include urban farming, bioremediation, and renewable energy companies, as well as municipal governments and urban planning organizations.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01H6/4684
A A01 A01H5/10

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,907
TitleMaize hybrid X15R414
Assignee(s)PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC.