Advanced Hybrid Corn for Extreme Environment Resilience
Legal Citation
Background and Problem Solved
Traditional corn hybrids are often limited in their ability to thrive in extreme environments, resulting in reduced yields and increased vulnerability to disease. The original patent, 'Plants and seeds of hybrid corn variety CH011009', provides a general-purpose corn hybrid, but does not address the specific challenges of growing corn in extreme conditions. The present invention solves this problem by developing specialized hybrid corn varieties that can adapt to these unique environments.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The present invention is novel and non-obvious in its adaptation of traditional corn hybrids for extreme environments. The specialized varieties and methods described in the new claims provide a significant advancement over the original patent, addressing specific challenges and limitations not previously addressed.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the invention could include the development of specialized corn hybrids for other extreme environments, such as high-salinity or high-temperature conditions. Variations of the invention could also include the use of different genetic modifications or breeding techniques to achieve improved stress tolerance and yield.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in regions prone to extreme weather conditions or with high-security needs. The specialized corn hybrids and methods described in the new claims could provide a competitive advantage for farmers and agricultural companies operating in these environments, leading to increased yields and improved food security.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A01 | A01H6/4684 |
| A | A01 | A01H5/10 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Agricultural biotechnology, specifically corn breeding and genetic engineering, focusing on crop improvement techniques for environmental adaptation and stress resistance
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A plant geneticist or agricultural scientist with advanced degree, expertise in corn breeding, familiarity with genetic modification techniques, understanding of environmental stress adaptation strategies
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the disclosed variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core teachings about corn hybrid development, applying standard breeding and genetic engineering techniques to address specific environmental challenges. The modifications represent logical adaptations of known corn breeding principles to targeted environmental conditions. The variations demonstrate standard problem-solving approaches within agricultural biotechnology for enhancing crop performance.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,856,913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Plants and seeds of hybrid corn variety CH011009 |
| Assignee(s) | MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY LLC |