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Advanced Maize Hybrid Tech: Precision Agriculture Innovation

Publication ID: 24-11856907_0008_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Synergistic Combinations

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Maize Hybrid Tech: Precision Agriculture Innovation,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856907_0008_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856907_0008_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, Maize hybrid X15R414, provided a valuable improvement in crop yields and agronomic quality. However, the patent did not address the limitations of traditional farming practices, including the lack of real-time data, inefficient decision-making, and inadequate disease management. The new invention addresses these limitations by combining the maize hybrid X15R414 with cutting-edge technologies to create more effective and sustainable agricultural systems.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new invention's novelty lies in the synergistic combination of the maize hybrid X15R414 with AI, IoT, blockchain, and new materials to create systems that address specific limitations in traditional farming practices. The inventive step is the integration of these distinct technologies to produce a more effective and sustainable agricultural system.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the invention could include integrating the maize hybrid X15R414 with other AI platforms, using different types of sensors or drones, or incorporating additional technologies such as robotics or machine learning algorithms. Variations of the composition of matter could include different biodegradable materials or microbial consortia.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in precision agriculture, crop protection, and sustainable farming practices. The target market includes farmers, agricultural companies, and organizations focused on sustainable agriculture.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01H6/4684
A A01 A01H5/10

Field of Art

Agricultural biotechnology, specifically maize hybrid breeding and genetic engineering, involving advanced techniques in plant genetics, molecular biology, and precision agriculture technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A professional with a PhD or advanced degree in plant genetics, biotechnology, or agricultural sciences, with expertise in crop breeding, genetic modification, and emerging agricultural technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that integrating digital technologies with existing maize hybrid breeding represents a predictable extension of current agricultural innovation. The combination of AI, IoT, and genetic technologies with established hybrid varieties follows well-established patterns of agricultural technological convergence. The disclosed variations represent logical applications of known technologies to improve crop management and genetic performance.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Hybrid maize variety X15R414 with specific genetic characteristics
PTD Variation
Integration of AI-driven monitoring and decision support systems with the hybrid variety
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying digital monitoring technologies to crop management is a known technique with predictable results in precision agriculture
Source Patent Element
Genetic modification potential indicated in source patent's claim 4
PTD Variation
Blockchain-based tracking of genetically modified seed movement and gene editing integration
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing digital tracking for genetically modified crops represents a logical extension of existing biotechnology management practices
Source Patent Element
Hybrid breeding methodology for developing improved maize varieties
PTD Variation
Incorporating microbial consortia and biodegradable nutrient delivery systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Enhancing crop performance through complementary biological systems is a standard approach in agricultural biotechnology
Source Patent Element
Genetic traits related to disease resistance and crop performance
PTD Variation
IoT-enabled early disease detection and targeted treatment systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Applying sensor technologies to monitor and manage crop health is a predictable technological advancement in agricultural systems
Source Patent Element
Hybrid variety development focused on improving agricultural performance
PTD Variation
Carbon sequestration and environmental impact optimization technologies
Obviousness Reasoning
Expanding hybrid variety applications to address environmental challenges represents a natural progression of agricultural innovation
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11856907 for maize hybrid X15R414, the disclosed variations represent obvious extensions of existing agricultural biotechnology, combining known techniques in genetic engineering, digital monitoring, and precision agriculture with established hybrid breeding methodologies. A person of ordinary skill would recognize these combinations as predictable applications of existing technological capabilities to improve crop management and performance.

Original Patent Information

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