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Temperature and humidity control device for larch seed germination

This utility model discloses a constant temperature and humidity device for germinating larch seeds, relating to the field of seedling equipment technology. The utility model includes an insulated shell, with a storage mechanism fixedly connected to its inner cavity. A humidity-regulating component is fixedly connected to one side of the insulated shell, and a ventilation component is connected to the top of the insulated shell. The storage mechanism includes an inner shell disposed within the inner cavity of the insulated shell. This utility model, through the cooperation of the inner shell and the insulated shell, forms a double-layered insulated space, effectively reducing heat loss and ensuring stable internal temperature. The connecting plate, bracket, and tray design within the inner shell facilitates layered seed placement, not only improving space utilization but also ensuring good air circulation for each layer of seeds. A heater rapidly raises the internal temperature, and a lighting lamp simulates natural light conditions, providing suitable illumination for seed germination and helping to improve germination rate and quality.
Owner:MULAN WEICHANG STATE-OWNED FOREST FARM OF HEBEI PROVINCE (MANAGEMENT CENT OF NAT NATURE RESERVE IN THE UPPER LUANHE RIVER HEBEI PROVINCE)

A constant temperature pumpkin seed germination box

ActiveCN224290667UGerminating apparatusPumpkin seedAgricultural engineering
The utility model provides a pumpkin seed constant temperature germination box, include: main box, the inside of main box places the inner net box, the inside slide of inner net box installs and carding part, the both sides of main box slide and install bottom support part, and bottom support part is connected with main box through buffer part assembly, the inside of bottom support part places the heating pad, the top of main box swingly installed has the cover, buffer part includes square, spring piece, both sides of main box are fixedly installed with square, and square is connected with bottom support part and slides, and the inside assembly of square has spring piece with bottom support part installation connection. The utility model discloses through the carding part in the inner net box can assist personnel to the pumpkin seed that places and drive carding, guarantees the even distribution of pumpkin seed in the inner net box, compared with traditional manual drive carding, and its operation is more quick and convenient.
Owner:ANHUI MEIYAMEI SEED TECH CO LTD

A seed growth observation box that can simulate the environment

This utility model discloses a seed growth observation box that can simulate an environment, including a box body with observation windows symmetrically arranged on both sides of the box body surface. Two sealed door panels are installed at one end of the box body surface, and handles are installed on the surface of the two sealed door panels. A base plate is horizontally fixed inside the box body, and a sliding plate is horizontally slidably connected to the top of the base plate. A sliding mechanism for sliding the sliding plate is provided inside the box body. An incubator is rotatably connected to the center of the top of the sliding plate. A rotating mechanism for rotating the incubator is provided inside the box body. A lifting frame is vertically slidably connected inside the box body and is located on the top of the incubator. This utility model, through the cooperation of the incubator and the sliding plate, allows the incubator to be rotated during use, making it easier to observe the simulated seed growth inside the incubator. At the same time, by sliding the sliding plate, the incubator will also slide together, thereby facilitating operation inside the incubator and improving the ease of use of the device.
Owner:JINING YANZHOU DISTRICT YUTIAN AGRICULTURAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD

A crop growth cultivation monitoring breeding box

The application provides a crop growth cultivation monitoring breeding box, and relates to the technical field of crop breeding boxes.The box body is provided with a box door at the front end, lifting assemblies are arranged on the two sides of the inside of the box body, two rows of frame assemblies are arranged in the lifting assemblies, the sliding blocks on the two sides of the cultivation frame are slidably connected in the horizontal grooves of the moving plates or the fixed plates, the driving screw is driven to rotate by the first motor, the horizontal plate drives the two sides of the connecting frame to move, the sliding frame slides along the surface of the moving plate, the first connecting rod is rotated to lift the upper moving plate, the stability of each layer after connection and expansion is maintained by the expansion and contraction of the telescopic columns, the cultivation frame can be moved from the front row to the rear row through the horizontal grooves and moved in the vertical direction through the vertical rails at the two ends of the horizontal grooves, and the rotation switching of the cultivation frames in the front row and the rear row is completed, and the cultivation frames in the front row can be used for observing the growth of crops.
Owner:SHANDONG XINCHENG MODERN AGRI SCI & TECH CO LTD

Multi-parameter integrated high-efficiency synergistic germination device

PendingCN122228792ASeed immunisationGerminating apparatus
This invention discloses a highly efficient, multi-parameter integrated synergistic germination device, comprising a parameter environment chamber and a central column. Multiple parameter environment chambers are arranged in a ring to form an operating position. Each parameter environment chamber can serve as a parameter path for sample dishes to enter and germinate. Two or more parameter environment chambers can synergistically serve as a parameter path for sample dishes to germinate according to a preset entry sequence. The central column is located within the operating position, and multiple telescopic support rods are arranged on its outer wall. Each telescopic support rod has a sample dish attached to its distal end. By integrating multiple sample dishes onto a central column and supporting them with telescopic support rods, this invention allows each sample dish to correspond to a specific parameter path, resulting in a single experimental outcome. This significantly enhances the integration of sample dish layout and experimental path management, making operation simpler and management less complex when sample dishes participate in the difficult-to-manage multi-parameter synergistic germination process.
Owner:ANQING NORMAL UNIV

A constant temperature seed culture device for seed breeding

This application discloses a constant-temperature seed cultivation device for seed breeding, relating to the field of constant-temperature seed cultivation technology. It includes an insulated box and working components. The working components construct cultivation units using cultivation boxes, providing the most suitable cultivation environment for each seed. This avoids the difficulty in accurately matching environmental parameters caused by multiple seeds sharing a large environment, reduces interference from external factors on individual cultivation units, and provides a modular, quick-replacement structure, allowing for easy replacement of cultivation units. A first electric telescopic rod extends and retracts, moving the support and cultivation box. After the support moves outward, the cultivation box is removed and replaced, completing the precise selection of the cultivated seeds. A second electric telescopic rod extends and retracts, moving the extension rod up and down, allowing the probe of the temperature and humidity sensor to be inserted into the soil of the cultivation box 205. A pump provides power to introduce nutrient solution from the storage tank into the cultivation box. A solenoid valve controls the input of the nutrient solution, and an electric heating rod heats the cultivation box to maintain a stable temperature.
Owner:HEBEI SHUANGRUI SEED IND CO LTD

Light adjustable rice seed germination device and processing method

ActiveCN117616938Bcausing failure in cultivationSolve the problem of manual handling required for irradiationAgriculture gas emission reductionGerminating apparatusMechanical engineeringGermination
The application relates to the technical field of rice seed cultivation, and discloses a light-adjustable rice seed germination device and processing method, which comprises a box body, a plurality of layers of planting frames for cultivating rice seed germination are arranged in the box body, and the planting frames are moved out of the box body under the cooperation of a first pushing mechanism and a second pushing mechanism when the device is used in a natural light environment, the planting frames are adjusted to an appropriate angle by a second cylinder contraction, and the planting frames fully receive external natural light; when the device is used in a non-natural light environment, the planting frames are adjusted to a horizontal posture by a second cylinder elongation, and the planting frames are moved into the box body by the first pushing mechanism and the second pushing mechanism under the cooperation of a first cylinder elongation, so that the problem of manual carrying during daytime irradiation in the prior art is solved.
Owner:HUBEI HUAZHAN SEED TECH CO LTD

An agricultural breeding and cultivating device

The application relates to the technical field of seed seedling cultivation, in particular to an agricultural breeding and cultivation device, which comprises a constant-temperature cultivation cabinet, a door plate and a control host, a hoisting tool comprises a lifting piece and a moving piece, the moving piece inside the constant-temperature cultivation cabinet drives the lifting piece to move horizontally, and the lifting piece is used for lifting a planting rack; the planting rack is arranged with plug trays in layers through a load-carrying structure; humidifying structures are installed on the lifting piece in layers, and the humidifying structures humidify the plug trays and provide light sources. The movable planting rack which can be lifted integrally is matched with the load-carrying tray which can be quickly disassembled, the upper and lower shielding problems of the traditional fixed layer rack are eliminated, the operator can smoothly take and place the plug trays in an open space, the culture medium and the nutrient solution spattering risk is significantly reduced, the operation efficiency and safety are improved, the planting rack can be lifted integrally and moved out of the cabinet, there is no fixed layer rack shielding in the cabinet, there is no cleaning dead angle, the planting rack is convenient to completely clean and disinfect, and the growth of mold is effectively inhibited.
Owner:LINYI AGRI TECH EXTENSION CENT

Cucurbita pepo seed germination stage salt tolerance identification device

ActiveCN224267340Ueasy to placePrecise control of immersion depthAgriculture gas emission reductionGerminating apparatusPumpkin seedMechanical engineering
This utility model discloses a device for identifying salt tolerance during the germination period of pumpkin seeds, belonging to the technical field of seed salt tolerance identification equipment. The utility model includes an incubator, with a tray inside the incubator's cavity. A flat support plate is located inside the tray's cavity. A circular hole is formed at the top of the flat support plate, and adjustment components are provided on both sides of the flat support plate. By pulling out the tray, different concentrations of salt solution can be injected into the cavities of the three trays, enabling simultaneous comparative experiments with multiple groups. The circular hole design facilitates the placement of pumpkin seeds, and the salt solution enters through a drainage hole, ensuring full contact between the seeds and the solution. Pulling the sliding frame moves the locking plate out of the locking groove, allowing the flat support plate to be moved up and down to adjust the depth of seed immersion in the salt solution. After adjustment, the sliding frame is pushed back to fix the plate, achieving precise control of the seed immersion depth and providing convenience for studying the effects of different salt concentrations and immersion depths on seed germination.
Owner:COASTAL AGRI RES INST HEBEI ACAD OF AGRI & FORESTRY SCI

Seed vigor detection method and system based on time series analysis and model optimization

The application relates to the field of agricultural engineering and computer vision technology, and provides a seed vitality detection method and system based on time series analysis and model optimization. The method comprises the following steps: acquiring image data and weight data of multiple sample seeds at multiple collection time points to generate vitality annotation labels, pre-processing the image data at the multiple collection time points, identifying a region of interest related to germination potential based on the pre-processed time series image data to construct a fusion representation, and obtaining time series fusion image data of each sample seed; and determining the vitality category of a seed to be detected based on an optimal model obtained through optimization. The method significantly improves the detection accuracy, effectively solves the problem of inaccurate prediction caused by weak early features, and focuses on high-vitality seeds that are difficult to identify, thereby greatly improving the identification ability of high-vitality seeds while ensuring overall accuracy.
Owner:HUNAN HYBRID RICE RES CENT +1

Constant-temperature amorphophallus bulbifer germination accelerating device

The constant-temperature amorphophallus bulbifer germination accelerating device comprises a water storage tank and a constant-temperature box, the constant-temperature box is fixed to the top of the water storage tank through bolts, a heating box is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the top of the constant-temperature box, a filter screen and an activated carbon filter screen plate are inserted into the air inlet end of the heating box, and a plurality of heating wires are fixedly connected into the heating box. An air pump is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the top of the heating box, an air inlet pipe is inserted into the air inlet end of the air pump in a sealed mode, the other end of the air inlet pipe communicates with the heating box, and an air outlet pipe is inserted into the air outlet end of the air pump in a sealed mode. Under the action of the air pump, outside air is sucked into the heating box, then the heating wire is used for heating the air in the heating box, the heated air is input into the connecting pipe, then the heated air is output from the exhaust hole, and then the heated air penetrates through the air hole, so that bulbils are uniformly heated, and the bulbils are uniformly heated. The budding effect is improved.
Owner:KUNMING UNIVERSITY

A seed cleaning and germination device

This utility model discloses a seed cleaning and germination device. This device directly completes the seed germination process in one step through ultrasonic cleaning and heating with a heating plate. The device includes a housing, on which a cooling fan, power switch, power socket, timer knob, temperature knob, and start / stop button are bolted. The bottom plate of the housing is detachable and bolted to the housing. A water tank is integrally formed with the housing. A vibrator and heating plate are glued to the bottom of the water tank. A plug is inserted into the water outlet of the water tank. The water outlet pipe is integrally formed with the housing and extends out of the housing. A seed washing bottle is placed inside the water tank, with a small hole (1mm in diameter, much smaller than the seed diameter) in the bottle. The water tank is covered with a lid, and a wet wipe box with a groove for easy removal of wet wipes is located below the lid. A control board is fixed to the bottom plate of the housing, and the power supply, knobs, vibrator, and heating plate are connected to the control board via wires.
Owner:江苏益禾农业科技有限公司

An intelligent seedling raising device for germination experiments of aquatic plant seed banks

This application relates to an intelligent seedling raising device for aquatic plant seed bank germination experiments, belonging to the field of seed cultivation technology. It includes a cultivation box with wheels, internally equipped with multiple layers of clamps, on which culture dishes containing cultivation troughs and germination paper are placed. An intelligent camera is fixed by a mounting bracket and faces the culture dishes to acquire images. A nozzle can move vertically under the action of a drive mechanism and spray water mist onto the culture dishes. A humidity sensor monitors the humidity inside the box. A heating and cleaning mechanism is linked to the nozzle position; when the nozzle is to the side of the camera, it is in a retracted state to ensure lens imaging; when the nozzle moves down below the camera, the mechanism unfolds and forms a shielding space, spraying and heating air onto the lens to remove moisture and impurities, keeping the lens clear. This device, through the coordinated action of multiple mechanisms, balances water supply, environmental control, and image quality to a certain extent, facilitating the stable conduct of aquatic plant seed germination experiments.
Owner:WUHAN MUNICIPAL CONSTR SCI & RES CO LTD +1

A device for simplifying the counting of seed germination experiments

ActiveCN224267336Ushort working hoursreduce workloadAgriculture gas emission reductionCounting mechanisms/objectsPetri dishSprouted Seeds
The utility model relates to the field of experimental equipment, and discloses a device for simplifying the counting of seed germination experiments, which comprises a culture dish. A top cover is arranged on the top of the culture dish, a counting paper is arranged on the upper part of the top cover, a culture rack is placed in the middle of the culture dish, a filter paper is arranged in the middle of the culture rack, a positioning grid is arranged on the upper surface of the filter paper, a plurality of labels are arranged on the upper surface of the filter paper, a first arrow is arranged at the front part of the top surface of the filter paper, a counting grid is arranged on the upper surface of the counting paper, a second arrow is arranged at the front side of the top surface of the counting paper, and the size diameter of the counting paper is the same as that of the filter paper. In the utility model, through the mutual cooperation among components such as the culture dish, the top cover, the filter paper and the counting paper, the staff only needs to count the newly germinated seeds every day, which can greatly reduce the working time and workload and is more practical.
Owner:GANSU AGRI UNIV

Application of a melanin-producing Aureobasidium pullulans in improving saline soil and plant salt tolerance

The application discloses application of melanin-producing Aureobasidium pullulans CNBG-PGPF-1 in improving saline soil and / or plant salt tolerance and / or promoting plant growth and belongs to the technical field of microorganisms.The strain CNBG-PGPF-1 has a promoting effect on seed germination and seedling growth of Medicago polymorpha under the condition of saline soil.The strain CNBG-PGPF-1 also enhances the salt stress tolerance of Medicago polymorpha by reducing the content of sodium ions, increasing the content of potassium ions, reducing the accumulation of hydrogen peroxide and increasing the content of proline.The melanin-producing Aureobasidium pullulans and the microbial agent thereof have a good application prospect in the improvement of saline soil and the production of crops in saline soil, and provide resource and technical support for further development of microbial agents or microbial manure suitable for the improvement of saline soil and the agricultural production in saline soil.
Owner:INST OF BOTANY JIANGSU PROVINCE & CHINESE ACADEMY OF SCI

A method for improving the germination rate of cistanche seed

This invention relates to the field of seed germination technology, specifically to a method for improving the germination rate of Cistanche deserticola seeds. The method includes the following steps: (1) preparing a seed culture medium; (2) seed disinfection; (3) seed pretreatment; and (4) seed culture. The method of this invention can significantly improve the germination rate of Cistanche deserticola seeds.
Owner:GANSU ACAD OF SCI INST OF BIOLOGY

Rice seed germination and moisture preservation mechanism

This utility model relates to the field of rice seed germination technology, and more particularly to a rice seed germination and moisture-retaining mechanism. The technical solution includes: a fixed box, with four support columns fixedly installed on the top of the fixed box; multiple crossbeams are fixedly connected between every two support columns, the crossbeams being arranged in a front-to-back, parallel configuration; a support plate is fixedly installed between every two crossbeams, the support plates being arranged vertically, parallel configuration; multiple movable doors are movably connected to the front ends of the two front support columns; a partition is fixedly installed inside the fixed box; a constant-temperature heating rod is fixedly connected to the inside of the fixed box on one side of the partition; a fixed plate is fixedly installed on the other side of the partition; and a water-absorbing pipe is fixedly installed at the bottom of the fixed plate. This utility model, through the coordinated arrangement of the fixed box, support plates, and water-absorbing pipe, facilitates constant-temperature and humidity germination of rice, while also providing ventilation for the rice during germination to prevent oxygen deficiency.
Owner:ANHUI QUANYIN JINXIU SEED TECH CO LTD

Wheat seed soaking and germination accelerating disc

ActiveCN224267332UPaving thickness is easy to controlImprove the bactericidal effectAgriculture gas emission reductionGerminating apparatusAbsorbent cottonAbsorbent cotton wool
The utility model discloses a wheat seed soaking and germination accelerating disc, which relates to the technical field of agricultural planting and particularly comprises a seed soaking disc, a tray and a cover, a circle of supporting table used for supporting the tray is integrally formed in the position, close to the top, of the inner side of the seed soaking disc, a water adding groove and a drainage hole are formed in one end of the seed soaking disc, the tray is located on the inner side of the seed soaking disc, a layer of wet gunny bag cloth is laid at the disc bottom of the inner side of the tray, a plurality of water absorption cotton strips are evenly distributed at the bottom of the wet gunny bag cloth, and the cover covers the top of the tray. The whole wheat seed soaking device is in a square plate design, seeds do not need to be moved in the whole wheat seed soaking process from infiltration, moisture preservation and heat preservation to germination acceleration, the seeds are continuously kept stable from the initial spreading state, seed germs can be effectively prevented from being damaged, the germination and emergence rate is ensured, the seeds are infiltrated through the square shallow plate, the spreading thickness of the seeds is easy to control, and the germination rate is high. Medicine adhesion is more uniform in the seed soaking process, the seed sterilization effect can be effectively improved, and the morbidity after seed emergence is reduced.
Owner:HUANGYUAN PHOENIX FLOWER PLANTING PROFESSIONAL COOP +1

A method for rapid detection of seed germination rate

The application provides a method for rapidly detecting seed germination rate, comprising: obtaining a plurality of seed samples with known germination rates, performing volatile organic compound detection on each sample to obtain volatile component data, and after data cleaning and arrangement, constructing a model of a machine learning algorithm of an integrated model, a linear model and a kernel method; using standardized feature data to establish an optimal prediction model of seed germination rate, which can be used for testing of unknown seed germination rate samples. Compared with a traditional manual statistical detection method, the detection period of the traditional method is compressed to within 2 hours, the detection efficiency is greatly improved, the manual germination and grain-by-grain counting operations are omitted, the labor input is significantly reduced, the human subjective error is reduced, the objectivity and repeatability of the detection result are greatly improved, and the error with the actual measurement value is within ± 5%. The method can be widely applied to seed quality detection scenes of various crops, and has good industry application and promotion value.
Owner:LANZHOU UNIV

A seedling raising method suitable for oryza sativa and application thereof

ActiveCN120731709BGrowth substratesCulture mediaLateral rootSeedling
The application relates to the technical field of seed seedling raising, and provides a seedling raising method suitable for seeds of the genus Ormosia and application thereof, the seedling raising method comprises the following steps: (1) in early March, the seeds of the genus Ormosia are put into hot water with a temperature of 60-80 DEG C, the water is naturally cooled, the seeds are taken out after being absorbed, and the seeds are sprayed with water to keep moist; (2) step (1) is repeated once a day, and the process is continued for 5-7 days, so that the seeds are obtained after preliminary treatment; (3) the seeds after preliminary treatment are soaked in a suspension seed coating agent for 10-18 hours, so that the seeds after soaking are obtained; (4) the seeds after soaking are inoculated into a substrate to accelerate germination for 30-50 days. The seedling raising method can improve the germination rate and germination uniformity of the seeds of the genus Ormosia, and simultaneously improve the quality of seedlings, increase the height and the number of lateral roots of the seedlings. The seedling raising method is low in cost, wide in applicability, easy to popularize, and can provide reliable technical support for seedling raising of the seeds of the genus Ormosia of the legume family.
Owner:GUIZHOU UNIV

A forestry seedling germination device

ActiveCN224267333UConvenient for intermittent soakingImprove germination rateAgriculture gas emission reductionGerminating apparatusMechanical engineeringSeedling
This utility model belongs to the technical field of seedling cultivation equipment, and specifically relates to a seed germination device for forestry seedling cultivation. It includes a fixed frame with several soaking components for soaking groups of seeds. Each soaking component includes a soaking basket for holding soaking solution, a support plate above the soaking basket, and several limiting holes on the support plate. Seedling trays for placing seeds are placed within each limiting hole. Grooves are formed on the left and right inner side walls of the fixed frame. A threaded rod is rotatably connected to one groove, with its tip passing through the fixed frame and connecting to a motor. A sliding rod is fixed in the other groove. Adjustment plates are fixed on the support plate. One adjustment plate has a threaded hole that threadedly engages with the threaded rod, and the other adjustment plate has a fixed hole that slides with the sliding rod. This utility model allows for convenient intermittent soaking of seeds, improving seed germination rate, reducing workload for workers, and saving time and effort.
Owner:朱德鹤

A pH-responsive coating agent and its application in alkaligrass seed germination

The application discloses a pH response type coating agent and application thereof in seed germination of alkali grass. The application comprises the following steps: pretreating alkali grass seeds with a mixed salt alkali solution with a specific ratio, coating the seeds with a double-layer coating agent composed of an outer layer of dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate-acrylic acid copolymer and an inner layer of sodium alginate microspheres loaded with Bacillus subtilis GB03, and culturing the seeds under alternating light and darkness and variable temperature conditions; when the environmental pH reaches a critical value, the coating agent precisely swells and ruptures to release live bacteria, and the salt alkali solution activates the bacteria, thereby significantly improving the seed germination rate of the alkali grass and effectively solving the technical problem of low seed germination rate in the reconstruction of vegetation in saline-alkali soil. The method for efficiently germinating alkali grass is simple and easy to implement, and does not require complex operations, and can quickly and effectively improve the seed germination rate of the alkali grass. The method can be applied to production, thereby solving the problem of low seed germination rate of the alkali grass in the production process, and has important significance for the construction of artificial grassland of the alkali grass.
Owner:HEILONGJIANG BAYI AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY +1

Intelligent precision electric drive high-speed corn seeding machine

This invention relates to an intelligent precision electric-driven high-speed corn planter, comprising a main frame, a CAN gateway control module, a main seed box, a pneumatic suction directional seed metering unit, a seed vigor detection module, a defective seed removal device, a furrowing wheel assembly, and a soil covering wheel assembly. The outlet of the pneumatic suction directional seed metering unit is connected to a vertical seed metering pipe. The seed vigor detection module detects the vigor of seeds falling into the seed metering pipe, and the defective seed removal device removes unqualified seeds detected by the vigor detection module from the seed metering pipe. The furrowing wheel assembly includes a furrowing wheel body and a depth-limiting wheel. An electric push rod assembly and a lidar are mounted on the main frame. The electric push rod assembly drives the furrowing wheel assembly to rise and fall based on the terrain data of the working environment collected by the lidar. This planter simultaneously completes seed vigor detection, defective seed removal, and terrain-adaptive furrowing, overcoming the bottleneck of poor adaptability to complex working conditions in traditional equipment, and improving the level of intelligent planting and seedling emergence rate.
Owner:SHANDONG AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY

Seed classification using spectral analysis to determine existence of a seed structure

This disclosure relates to a method and system that models a seed structure and uses a spectral analysis to identify which morphological seed structures are existent in the seed / seedling. Additionally, this disclosure relates to a method and system that applies multi- spectral analysis using predetermined models of a seed / seedling to identify which morphological structures are existent in the seed / seedling. The information about the existence or non-existence of structures of the seed / seedling is used to classify the seed as having a specific characteristic, for later commercial use or sale. The seed market determines which specific characteristic the method will use to classify the seed / seedling. The individual seed classification may help determine associated seed lot germination values.
Owner:BALL HORTICULTURAL CO

Seed quality analysis using computed tomography

Provided herein are methods, apparatuses, computer program products, and systems for seed quality analysis using computed tomography. One method can include obtaining computed tomography data representing a germination towel including seedlings; detecting likely seeds and candidate shoots and roots in the computed tomography data representing the germination towel; forming segments from the candidate shoots and roots; grouping the segments across a total volume of the computed tomography data into likely shoots and roots in accordance with relative proximity and alignment of the segments; assembling the likely seeds and the likely shoots and roots into likely seedlings; classifying the germination towel using a classifier trained to use at least the likely seedlings, as input; and providing a classification result from the classifying for the germination towel.
Owner:LUMAFIELD INC

A method for germination of malvaviscus arboreus seeds

ActiveCN116897641BImprove germination efficiencyGerminating apparatus
This invention proposes a method for germinating seeds of *Hibiscus truncata* (sea ice hibiscus). The method includes: disinfecting dormant *Hibiscus truncata* seeds; soaking the disinfected seeds in a solution selected from hydrogen peroxide, gibberellic acid, and boric acid; and placing the soaked seeds in a germination bed for germination culture. This germination method uses a chemical soaking process to promote germination. The chemical is relatively safe, and the method can effectively promote the germination of *Hibiscus truncata* seeds, showing promising application prospects.
Owner:XINYANG AGRI & FORESTRY UNIV