Advanced X15R414 Maize Hybrid: Environmental Resilience
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Background and Problem Solved
The original maize hybrid X15R414, as described in the original patent, has limitations in its adaptability to extreme environmental conditions. This invention addresses these limitations by providing specialized variations of X15R414 that can thrive in challenging environments, thereby expanding its commercial potential and value to farmers and agricultural industries.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious adaptations of the X15R414 maize hybrid, which are not anticipated by the original patent. The inventive step lies in the identification of specific genetic modifications and breeding strategies that enable the X15R414 hybrid to thrive in extreme environmental conditions.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of this invention could include adaptations of X15R414 for growth in other extreme environments, such as high-temperature or high-radiation conditions. Variations of the invention could also involve the use of different genetic modification techniques, such as CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, to introduce desired traits into the X15R414 hybrid.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The commercial potential of this invention lies in its ability to expand the market for the X15R414 maize hybrid into new geographic regions and industries, such as high-altitude agriculture, disaster relief, and tropical agriculture. The target market includes farmers, agricultural companies, and government agencies involved in disaster relief and agricultural development.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01H6/4684 |
| A | A01 | A01H5/10 |
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,907 |
|---|---|
| Title | Maize hybrid X15R414 |
| Assignee(s) | PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL, INC. |