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Advanced Bacillus Insecticide Compositions for Agriculture

Publication ID: 24-11856956_0004_PTD
Published: October 26, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Advanced Bacillus Insecticide Compositions for Agriculture,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11856956_0004_PTD, Published October 26, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11856956_0004_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. 11,856,956.

Background and Problem Solved

The original patent (REFERENCE TO SEQUENCE LISTING SUBMITTED AS A COMPLIANT ASCII TEXT FILE (.TXT)) discloses compositions comprising recombinant Bacillus cells and an insecticide for general agricultural pest control. However, these compositions may not be suitable for specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments. This invention addresses the limitations of the original patent by providing specialized variations and niche solutions for these underserved markets.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of this invention lies in the adaptation of recombinant Bacillus cells and insecticides for specialized agricultural applications, which is not addressed in the original patent. The inventive step resides in the selection of specific recombinant Bacillus cells and insecticides that are tailored to the unique requirements of each specialized application.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of this invention may include the use of different recombinant Bacillus cells, insecticides, or combinations thereof. Variations of the invention may also include the application of these adaptations to other specialized agricultural markets, such as organic farming or vertical farming.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

This invention has significant commercial potential in the agricultural industry, particularly in the areas of high-security facilities, disaster relief, extreme weather conditions, and controlled environments. The target market includes farmers, agricultural companies, and organizations operating in these specialized areas.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A01 A01N63/23
A A01 A01N37/40
A A01 A01N37/52
A A01 A01N41/10
A A01 A01N43/12
A A01 A01N43/24
A A01 A01N43/40
A A01 A01N43/56
A A01 A01N43/653
A A01 A01N43/713
A A01 A01N47/06
A A01 A01N47/22
A A01 A01N47/24
A A01 A01N47/34
A A01 A01N57/08
A A01 A01N57/14
A A01 A01N63/50
A A01 A01N51/00
A A01 A01N55/00

Field of Art

Agricultural biotechnology, specifically microbial pest control and recombinant microorganism engineering for agricultural applications, focusing on Bacillus-based insecticidal compositions

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A skilled practitioner with advanced degrees in microbiology, genetic engineering, or agricultural sciences, possessing expertise in bacterial genetic modification, insect control strategies, and biotechnological applications in agriculture

Obviousness Rationale

A person of ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of the source patent's core technology by applying known genetic engineering techniques to create specialized Bacillus strains for specific agricultural environments. The modifications involve routine combinations of known insecticides with genetically modified Bacillus cells, which would be considered standard practice in agricultural biotechnology. The PTD's claims represent logical adaptations of the source patent's fundamental approach to different agricultural contexts.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Recombinant Bacillus cells expressing fusion proteins with exosporium targeting sequences
PTD Variation
Developing Bacillus strains with specific environmental resistances (drought-tolerance, antibiotic resistance, extreme weather tolerance)
Obviousness Reasoning
Genetic modification of bacterial strains to enhance environmental adaptability is a predictable and routine technique in microbial engineering, representing a simple variation of known genetic manipulation methods
Source Patent Element
Composition comprising Bacillus cells and insecticides
PTD Variation
Tailoring insecticide selection for specific agricultural environments (greenhouses, disaster-affected areas, high-security facilities)
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting appropriate insecticides for specific environmental conditions is an obvious design choice that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner seeking optimized pest control solutions
Source Patent Element
Bacillus cereus family members with genetic modifications
PTD Variation
Creating specialized Bacillus strains with targeted resistance and adaptability characteristics
Obviousness Reasoning
Developing bacterial strains with enhanced traits through genetic engineering is a well-established and predictable approach in biotechnology, representing an obvious extension of existing knowledge
Source Patent Element
Fusion proteins with specific sequence identities
PTD Variation
Modifying genetic constructs to enhance bacterial performance in different agricultural contexts
Obviousness Reasoning
Routine protein engineering techniques allow predictable modifications to enhance bacterial functionality, representing a standard approach in biotechnological research
Source Patent Element
Insecticidal compositions with specific chemical compounds
PTD Variation
Expanding insecticide selection to address unique agricultural challenges
Obviousness Reasoning
Selecting and combining known insecticidal compounds with modified bacterial strains represents a predictable solution within the existing technological framework
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would be considered obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, when viewed in light of US Patent 11856956. The disclosed combinations represent predictable extensions of existing biotechnological approaches to agricultural pest control, utilizing routine genetic engineering and insecticidal composition techniques that would be apparent to a skilled practitioner in the field.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,856,956
TitleCompositions comprising recombinant Bacillus cells and an insecticide
Assignee(s)BASF SE