Translocating technology for agricultural nutrient uptake

Abstract

The present disclosure provides translocating formulations for improving the uptake of nutrients by agricultural crops. Also provided are combination compositions comprising the translocating formulation and agricultural nutrients. Also provided are methods of making and using the formulations and compositions of the disclosure.

Description

ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008IN THE UNITED STATES PATENT AND TRADEMARK RECEIVING OFFICE INTERNATIONAL PCT APPLICATIONTRANSLOCATING TECHNOLOGY FOR AGRICULTURAL NUTRIENT UPTAKECROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

[0001] This application claims the benefit of priority to U.S. Provisional Application No.63 / 746,846, filed on January 17, 2025, the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference herein.FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0002] The present disclosure relates to translocating formulations for improving the uptake of nutrients and other compositions by agricultural crops. Also provided are combination compositions comprising the translocating formulation and other ingredients intended for uptake. Also provided are methods of making and using the formulations and compositions of the disclosure.BACKGROUND

[0003] Application and absorption of agricultural compositions can be highly inefficient. Foliar applications in particular can be challenging, because leaves can only absorb small amounts of nutrients at a time, making it impractical to meet the bulk of a plant's nutrient demands through foliar application. The leaf cuticle, a waxy layer that protects against water loss, impedes nutrient absorption. While nutrients can sometimes enter through stomata (tiny openings on the leaf surface), stomata close under stress, reducing absorption. In addition, some nutrients, such as phosphorus and calcium, are especially poorly absorbed through leaves.

[0004] There is an ongoing and unmet need for solutions to improve the efficiency of nutrient uptake by agricultural crops.BRIEF SUMMARY

[0005] The present disclosure provides translocating formulations for improving agricultural compound uptake by a host plant. In one aspect, the disclosure provides a translocating formulation, comprising: a) a biopolymer and, optionally, a biopolymer solvent; b) a first weak acid; and c) an aldehyde. Without wishing to be bound by theory, the present inventors1330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008hypothesize that the translocating formulations of the disclosure function by increasing laminar flow within the xylem and phloem plant, allowing for increased delivery and absorption of nutrients, micronutrients, and bioactives within the plant. This translocation technology for foliar feeding allows for the systematic uptake of nutrients that have been difficult, to nearly impossible, to introduce into plants through other means.

[0006] In some aspects, the present disclosure provides an agricultural composition comprising a translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0007] The disclosure also provides a method of growing a plant, comprising applying a formulation or a composition of the disclosure to the plant, a plant part, or the plant surroundings.

[0008] The disclosure also provides a method of improving uptake of an agricultural compound, the method comprising applying the compound in conjunction with a translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0009] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating pest deterrent composition including: a) about 8-15% w / w essential oil; b) about 0.5-5% w / w flavoring agent; and c) about 1-5% of a translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0010] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural calcium composition including: a) about 5-20% w / w calcium; and b) about 0.5-5% w / w of a translocating formulation of the disclosure. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a composition, wherein the composition includes about 1-5% w / w boron.

[0011] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating foliar agricultural composition including: a) about 10-30% w / w phosphorous; b) about 10-30% w / w potassium; and c) about 0.5-5% w / w of a translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0012] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating fulvic acid agricultural composition including: a) about 5-15% w / w fulvic acid; and b) about 0.5-5% w / w of a translocating formulation of the disclosure. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a composition, wherein the formulation includes about 40-80% w / w complex sugars.

[0013] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural micronutrient composition including: a) about 1-10% w / w nitrogen; b) about 1- 2330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-200810% w / w sulfur; c) about 0.5-5% w / w manganese; d) about 0.5-5% w / w zinc; and e) about 0.5-5% w / w of a translocating formulation of the disclosure. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a composition, wherein the composition includes: a) about 0.1-2% w / w boron; b) about 0.1-2% w / w copper; c) about 0.1-2% w / w iron; and / or d) about 0.0001-0.01% w / w molybdenum.

[0014] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural zinc formulation including: a) about 5-20% w / w zinc; and b) about 25-75% w / w of a translocating formulation of the disclosure.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The accompanying figures, which are incorporated herein and form a part of the specification, illustrate some, but not the only or exclusive, example embodiments and / or features. It is intended that the embodiments and figures disclosed herein are to be considered illustrative rather than limiting.

[0016] FIG. 1 shows a diagram depicting, on the left side, the typical flow of water and nutrients in a plant from the roots upward to the leaves via the xylem (white arrows) vs. on the right side, the bi-directional flow of nutrients accompanied by a translocating formulation of the disclosure via both the xylem and phloem (black arrows).

[0017] FIG. 2 shows a photograph of (left) a cut white carnation with its stem in water plus pink pigment compared to (right) a cut white carnation with its stem in water plus pink pigment with a translocating formulation of the disclosure. The photograph was taken several hours after the flowers were placed in the water. The flower on the left is white, while the flower on the right has a pink hue.

[0018] FIG. 3 shows the results of application in strawberry plants of a translocating calciumboron composition of the disclosure. Data shows the sap analyses in young and mature leaves before (Day 0) and after (Day 7, Day 14) application of the translocating composition. The thin line shows the previous measurement, whereas the shaded bar shows the current measurement for that day.

[0019] FIG. 4 shows the results of a sap analysis in a cherry variety (Kiraz - Skeena Kiraz) following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure.3330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0020] FIG. 5 shows the results of a sap analysis in a cherry variety (Kiraz - North Wonder Kiraz) following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 6 shows the results of a sap analysis in a cherry variety (Kiraz - Kiraz Royal Tiego) following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 7 shows the results of a sap analysis in a cherry variety (Kiraz - Frisco Kiraz) following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 8 shows the results of a sap analysis in a cherry variety (Kiraz - Nimbo Kiraz) following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure.

[0024] FIG. 9 shows the results of calcium analysis in peanuts following application of a translocating calcium-boron composition of the disclosure to peanut plants.

[0025] FIG. 10 shows the cotton yield in untreated plants and in plants treated with a foliar fertilizer without a translocating formulation of the disclosure (Fertilizer B) and with a translocating formulation of the disclosure (Fertilizer A).

[0026] FIG. 11 shows the micronutrient concentration in wheat before and after application of a translocating nutrient composition of the disclosure.

[0027] FIG. 12 shows the improvement in yield and test weight in corn for crops treated with a translocating zinc composition of the disclosure compared to an untreated control.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] All publications, patents and patent applications, including any drawings and appendices, are herein incorporated by reference to the same extent as if each individual publication or patent application was specifically and individually indicated to be incorporated by reference.

[0029] The following description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosures, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.Definitions

[0030] The term “a” or “an” refers to one or more of that entity, i.e. can refer to plural referents. As such, the terms “a,” “an,” “one or more,” and “at least one” are used interchangeably herein. In addition, reference to “an element” by the indefinite article “a” or “an” does not exclude the 4330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008possibility that more than one of the elements is present, unless the context clearly requires that there is one and only one of the elements.

[0031] Throughout this application, the term “about” is used to indicate that a value includes the inherent variation of error for the device or the method being employed to determine the value, or the variation that exists among the samples being measured. Unless otherwise stated or otherwise evident from the context, the term “about” means within 10% above or below the reported numerical value (except where such number would exceed 100% of a possible value or go below 0%). When used in conjunction with a range or series of values, the term “about” applies to the endpoints of the range or each of the values enumerated in the series, unless otherwise indicated. As used in this application, the terms “about” and “approximately” are used as equivalents.

[0032] Unless otherwise indicated, percentages of the disclosure are weight percentages, calculated by comparing the weight of a component to the total weight of the composition comprising the component.Overview

[0033] The present disclosure relates to translocating formulations that improve the efficiency of agricultural composition uptake by agricultural crops.

[0034] The translocating formulations of the disclosure enhance the utilization of nutrients and other exogenous compounds and molecules when applied to the plant or soil surrounding a plant. In some embodiments, the formulations improve plant growth, vigor, quality and / or yield under advantageous and / or stress conditions. In some embodiments, inclusion of a translocating formulation of the disclosure significantly increases the transport of nutrients, compounds, and molecules throughout the plant. Without wishing to be bound by theory, the inventors hypothesize that the translocating formulations function by increasing the movement of such nutrients, compounds, and molecules in the phloem and / or xylem of the plant.Translocating formulations

[0035] In some embodiments, the translocating formulations of the disclosure comprise a biopolymer, a weak acid, and an aldehyde. In some embodiments, the translocating formulation comprises a biopolymer solvent.5330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Biopolymer

[0036] Biopolymers serve many functions in agricultural compositions. They can act as plant growth promoters, biopesticides, soil conditioners, and fertilizer coatings, among other uses. Biopolymers are useful because they are largely biodegradable and biocompatible. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises a biopolymer.

[0037] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is a natural biopolymer. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is derived from plants, animals, or microorganisms. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is starch, chitosan, cellulose, alginate, pectin, gelatin, or collagen.

[0038] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is a polysaccharide. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is chitosan, chitin, cellulose, alginate, pectin, xanthan gum, hyaluronic acid, guar gum, carrageenan, starch, arabinoxylan, or fucoidan.

[0039] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is biodegradable. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is chitosan, polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), lignin, or silk fibroin.

[0040] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is a hydrocolloid. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is alginate, xanthan gum, guar gum, carrageenan, pectin, or gellan gum.

[0041] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is a protein-based biopolymer. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is gelatin, silk fibroin, keratin, or collagen.

[0042] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is a synthetic polymer. In some embodiments, the biopolymer is polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), or polyvinyl alcohol (PVA).

[0043] In some embodiments, the biopolymer is chitosan.

[0044] In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, or 30% w / w biopolymer, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.1-10% w / w biopolymer. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.5-5% w / w biopolymer. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 1-3% w / w biopolymer.6330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Solvent for biopolymer

[0045] In some embodiments, the translocating formulation comprises a solvent for dissolving the biopolymer, depending on the type of biopolmyer. In some embodiments, the solvent is water. In some embodiments, the solvent is an acid, e.g., as disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the solvent is an alkaline solution. In some embodiments, the solvent is a polar organic solvent. In some embodiments, the solvent is an ionic liquid. In some embodiments, the solvent is DMSO. In some embodiments, the solvent is a weak acid, e.g., as disclosed herein. In some embodiments, the solvent is acetic acid. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, or 20% w / w biopolymer solvent. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w biopolymer solvent. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises about 0.5-5% w / w biopolymer solvent. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises about 0.5-2% w / w biopolymer solvent.Weak acid

[0046] In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises a weak acid. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises more than one weak acid. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises two weak acids. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 weak acids.

[0047] In some embodiments, the weak acid is acetic acid, ascorbic acid, benzoic acid, boric acid, citric acid, formic acid, fumaric acid, gallic acid, gluconic acid, glycolic acid, itaconic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, oxalic acid, phosphoric acid, propionic acid, sorbic acid, succinic acid, or tartaric acid. In some embodiments, the weak acid is phosphoric acid. In some embodiments, the weak acid is acetic acid. In some embodiments, the weak acid is citric acid. In some embodiments, the weak acid is lactic acid.

[0048] In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, or 30% w / w weak acid, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.1-10% w / w weak acid. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.5-5% w / w weak acid. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 2-4% w / w weak acid.7330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Aldehyde

[0049] In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises an aldehyde.

[0050] In some embodiments, the aldehyde is acetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, crotonaldehyde, formaldehyde, furfural, glutaraldehyde, glycolaldehyde, malonaldehyde, paraformaldehyde. In some embodiments, the aldehyde is glutaraldehyde. In some embodiments, the aldehyde is furfural. In some embodiments, the aldehyde is formaldehyde.

[0051] In some embodiments, a translocating formulation of the disclosure comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, or 30% w / w aldehyde, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.01-10% w / w aldehyde. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.05-5% w / w aldehyde. In some embodiments, a translocating formulation comprises 0.1-3% w / w aldehyde.

[0052] In some embodiments, the dilution factor of the compounds may vary, but the relative ratio is maintained. E.g., in some embodiments, the formulation comprises 2:2: 1:0.7 ratio of biopolymerweak acid: biopolymer solvent: aldehyde. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:5 and 5:1 ratio of biopolymer and a weak acid. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1 :3 and 3 : 1 ratio of biopolymer and a weak acid. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:5 and 5:1 ratio of biopolymer and biopolymer solvent. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:3 and 3:1 ratio of biopolymer and biopolymer solvent. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:5 and 5:1 ratio of biopolymer and an aldehyde. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:3 and 3:1 ratio of biopolymer and an aldehyde. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:5 and 5:1 ratio of a weak acid and an aldehyde. In some embodiments, the formulation comprises between a 1:3 and 3:1 ratio of a weak acid and an aldehyde.Agricultural compositions comprising translocating formulations

[0053] Also provided herein are agricultural compositions comprising a translocating formulation of the disclosure. In some embodiments, these agricultural compositions include macronutrients, micronutrients, and / or plant protection compounds.8330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0054] In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises 0.1-99.9% w / w translocating formulation, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, 70%, 71%, 72%, 73%, 74%, 75%, 76%, 77%, 78%, 79%, 80%, 81%, 82%, 83%, 84%, 85%, 86%, 87%, 88%, 89%, or 90% w / w translocating formulation. In some embodiments, an agricultural composition of the disclosure comprises about 40-60% w / w translocating formulation. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w translocating formulation, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, an agricultural composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.5-5% w / w translocating formulation.

[0055] In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises macronutrients. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and / or sulfur. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises nitrogen. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises phosphorous. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises potassium. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises calcium. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises magnesium. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises sulfur. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49% or 50% w / w of a macronutrient, including all values and subranges therebetween.

[0056] In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises micronutrients. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises boron, chlorine, copper, iron,9330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008manganese, molybdenum, nickel, and / or zinc. In some embodiments, the composition comprises copper. In some embodiments, the composition comprises zinc. In some embodiments, the composition comprises boron. In some embodiments, the composition comprises manganese. In some embodiments, the composition comprises iron. In some embodiments, the composition comprises magnesium. In some embodiments, the composition comprises molybdenum. In some embodiments, the composition comprises nickel. In some embodiments, the composition comprises chlorine. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises about 0.0001%, 0.0005%, 0.001%, 0.005%, 0.01%, 0.05%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49% or 50% w / w of a micronutrient, including all values and subranges therebetween.

[0057] In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises plant protection compounds. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a pesticide. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises an herbicide. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises an insecticide. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a fungicide. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a rodenticide. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a plant growth regulator. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a nematicide, a molluscicide, and / or an antimicrobial agent. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises a pest repellant. In some embodiments, the agricultural composition comprises about 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49% or 50% w / w of a plant protection compound, including all values and subranges therebetween.Micronutrients

[0058] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises a micronutrient. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises one or more of: Boron (B), Chlorine (Cl), Copper (Cu), Iron (Fe), Manganese (Mn), Molybdenum (Mo), Nickel (Ni), and Zinc (Zn). In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises boron. In some10330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008embodiments, a composition herein comprises zinc. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises boron, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, and / or zinc.

[0059] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w boron. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w boron.

[0060] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w chlorine. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w chlorine.

[0061] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w copper. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w copper.11330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0062] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w iron. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w iron.

[0063] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w manganese. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w manganese.

[0064] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w molybdenum. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w molybdenum. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.0001-1% w / w molybdenum. In some12330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.0001-0.01% w / w molybdenum.

[0065] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w nickel. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w nickel.

[0066] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.00001%, 0.00002%, 0.00003%, 0.00004%, 0.00005%, 0.00006%, 0.00007%, 0.00008%, 0.00009%, 0.0001%, 0.0002%, 0.0003%, 0.0004%, 0.0005%, 0.0006%, 0.0007%, 0.0008%, 0.0009%, 0.001%, 0.002%, 0.003%, 0.004%, 0.005%, 0.006%, 0.007%, 0.008%, 0.009%, 0.01%, 0.02%, 0.03%, 0.04%, 0.05%, 0.06%, 0.07%, 0.08%, 0.09%, 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, or 15% w / w zinc. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w zinc.

[0067] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.0001%-0.01% w / w of a micronutrient listed here. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.001%-0.1% w / w of a micronutrient listed here. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 0.1%-l% w / w of a micronutrient listed here. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 1%- 10% w / w of a micronutrient listed here.Macronutrients

[0068] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises a macronutrient. In some embodiments, the composition comprises one or more of: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorous (P), Potassium (K), Calcium (Ca), Magnesium (Mg), and Sulphur (S).13330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0069] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises nitrogen. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w nitrogen. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 1-25% w / w nitrogen.

[0070] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises phosphorus. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w phosphorus. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 1-50% w / w phosphorus.

[0071] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises potassium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w potassium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 1-50% w / w potassium.

[0072] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises calcium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%,14330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-20081.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w calcium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1-20% w / w calcium.

[0073] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises magnesium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w magnesium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises about 0.01-10% w / w magnesium. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.0001-1% w / w magnesium.

[0074] In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises sulphur. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1%, 0.2%, 0.3%, 0.4%, 0.5%, 0.6%, 0.7%, 0.8%, 0.9%, 1%, 1.1%, 1.2%, 1.3%, 1.4%, 1.5%, 1.6%, 1.7%, 1.8%, 1.9%, 2%, 2.1%, 2.2%, 2.3%, 2.4%, 2.5%, 2.6%, 2.7%, 2.8%, 2.9%, 3%, 3.1%, 3.2%, 3.3%, 3.4%, 3.5%, 3.6%, 3.7%, 3.8%, 3.9%, 4%, 4.1%, 4.2%, 4.3%, 4.4%, 4.5%, 4.6%, 4.7%, 4.8%, 4.9%, 5%, 6%, 7%, 8%, 9%, 10%, 11%, 12%, 13%, 14%, 15%, 16%, 17%, 18%, 19%, 20%, 21%, 22%, 23%, 24%, 25%, 26%, 27%, 28%, 29%, 30%, 31%, 32%, 33%, 34%, 35%, 36%, 37%, 38%, 39%, 40%, 41%, 42%, 43%, 44%, 45%, 46%, 47%, 48%, 49%, 50%, 51%, 52%, 53%, 54%, 55%, 56%, 57%, 58%, 59%, 60%, 61%, 62%, 63%, 64%, 65%, 66%, 67%, 68%, 69%, or 70% w / w sulphur. In some embodiments, a composition herein comprises 0.1-10% w / w sulphur.Essential Oil

[0075] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises an essential oil.15330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0076] A non- limiting list of exemplary essential oils that can be included in the pest deterrent composition of the present disclosure include, but are not limited to, allspice berry essential oil, angelica seed essential oil, anise seed essential oil, basil essential oil, bay laurel essential oil, bay essential oil, bergamot essential oil, orange essential oil, camphor essential oil, caraway seed essential oil, cardamom seed essential oil, carrot seed essential oil, cassia essential oil, catnip essential oil, cedarwood essential oil, celery seed essential oil, chamomile german essential oil, chamomile roman essential oil, vanilla essential oil, cacao (chocolate) essential oil, cinnamon bark essential oil, cinnamon leaf essential oil, citronella essential oil, clary sage essential oil, clove bud essential oil, coriander seed essential oil, cypress essential oil, elemi essential oil, eucalyptus essential oil, fennel essential oil, fir needle essential oil, frankincense essential oil, geranium essential oil, ginger essential oil, grapefruit pink essential oil, helichrysum essential oil, hop essential oil, hyssop essential oil, juniper berry essential oil, labdanum essential oil, lavender essential oil, lemon essential oil, lemongrass essential oil, lime essential oil, magnolia essential oil, mandarin essential oil, marjoram essential oil, melissa essential oil, mugwort essential oil, myrrh essential oil, myrtle essential oil, neroli essential oil, niaouli essential oil, nutmeg essential oil, orange sweet essential oil, oregano essential oil, palmarosa essential oil, patchouli essential oil, pennyroyal essential oil, pepper black essential oil, peppermint essential oil, petitgrain essential oil, pine needle essential oil, radiata essential oil, ravensara essential oil, rose essential oil, rosemary essential oil, rosewood essential oil, sage essential oil, sandalwood essential oil, spearmint essential oil, spikenard essential oil, spruce essential oil, star anise essential oil, sweet annie essential oil, tangerine essential oil, tea tree essential oil, thyme red essential oil, verbena essential oil, vetiver essential oil, wintergreen essential oil, wormwood essential oil, yarrow essential oil, ylang ylang extra essential oil, jasmine essential oil, and ylang ylang III essential oil.

[0077] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises lemongrass essential oil. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises citronella essential oil. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises wintergreen essential oil. Flavoring Agent

[0078] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises a flavoring agent. Persons having skill in the art will be familiar with handling and formulation with flavoring agents to produce food and agricultural products. Flavoring agents can be any non-toxic ingredient capable of imparting a distinctive flavor.16330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0079] In some embodiments, flavoring agents comprise artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, artificial flavorings and natural identical flavors.

[0080] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises an artificial sweetener or sugar alcohol or an agriculturally acceptable salt thereof (i.e. an agriculturally acceptable salt of the artificial sweetener or the sugar alcohol). The salt of the artificial sweetener or the sugar alcohol may be any agriculturally acceptable salt, for example, an alkali metal salt such as a sodium salt or a potassium salt; an alkaline earth metal salt such as a magnesium salt or a calcium salt; an amine salt such as a dimethylamine or tri ethylamine salt or an ammonium salt; an inorganic acid salt such as a hydrochloride, a perchlorate, a sulfate or a nitrate; or an organic acid salt such as an acetate or a methanesulfonate. In some embodiments, the artificial sweetener or the sugar alcohol artificial sweetener or the sugar alcohol, or agriculturally acceptable salt thereof, may also be in the form of a hydrate.

[0081] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises flavor enhancer. As used herein, the term “flavor enhancer” is meant to encompass both flavoring preparations and thermal process flavorings as defined in Regulation (EC) No 1334 / 2008. Thus, the term “flavor enhancer”, as used herein, covers all kinds of reaction flavors obtained by reacting an amine or a source of amine with a reducing sugar or a source of reducing sugar, irrespective of the source of these starting materials.

[0082] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises an artificial flavoring. The term “artificial flavor” or “artificial flavoring” means any substance, the function of which is to impart flavor, which is not derived from a spice, fruit or fruit juice, vegetable or vegetable juice, edible yeast, herb, bark, bud, root, leaf or similar plant material, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, or fermentation products thereof.

[0083] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises a natural or natural identical flavoring. As used herein, “natural flavorings” are those flavor compounds that can be found in nature. “Nature-identical flavorings” are human-made aroma compounds that are chemically identical to some substance that can be found in nature. They are synthesized from chemicals or isolated by means of chemical processes.

[0084] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent is a ketone, ether, ester, and / or amino-based flavoring agent. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent is a ketone-based flavoring agent. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent is an ether-based flavoring agent. In some17330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008embodiments, the flavoring agent is an ester-based flavoring agent. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent is an amino-based flavoring agent.

[0085] In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises benzaldehyde, methyl anthranilate, ethylvanillin, diacetyl, ethyl decadienoate, ethyl propionate, eucalyptol, manzanate, or menthone. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises benzaldehyde, methyl anthranilate, or ethyl propionate. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent comprises methyl anthranilate.

[0086] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises 0.5-5% w / w flavoring agent. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises 1-30% w / w flavoring agent. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises 5-20% w / w flavoring agent.Carrier Oil

[0087] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises a carrier oil. In some embodiments, the carrier oil is a medium chain triglyceride oil. In some embodiments, the carrier oil is a vegetable oil.

[0088] As used herein, “vegetable oil” includes oils derived from seeds, grains, legumes, fruits, nuts, or other plant sources, including refined, partially refined, unrefined, hydrogenated, interesterified, fractionated, winterized, deodorized, or modified forms thereof. Persons having skill in the art will be familiar with the wide variety of vegetable oils that can be used in agricultural compositions. Non-limiting examples of vegetable oils include soybean oil, canola oil, rapeseed oil, com oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, cottonseed oil, sesame oil, rice bran oil, wheat germ oil, barley oil, sorghum oil, millet oil, peanut oil, lupin oil, chickpea oil, lentil oil, mung bean oil, palm oil, palm olein, palm stearin, red palm oil, olive oil, extra-virgin olive oil, pomace olive oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, palm kernel oil, almond oil, walnut oil, hazelnut oil, macadamia oil, pecan oil, pistachio oil, Brazil nut oil, cashew oil, jojoba oil, camelina oil, linseed oil, flaxseed oil, hempseed oil, chia seed oil, perilla oil, mustard seed oil, niger seed oil, poppy seed oil, pumpkin seed oil, grape seed oil, and black cumin seed oil. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises sesame seed oil, canola oil, or safflower oil. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises sesame seed oil.18330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Other Agents

[0089] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure comprises one or more of the following: fertilizers, biostimulants, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, nematicides, bactericides, molluscicides, rodenticides, plant growth regulators, soil conditioners, surfactants, wetting agents, humic substances, fulvic acids, amino acids, organic acids, macronutrients, micronutrients, chelating agents, adjuvants, spreaders, stickers, anti-transpirants, defoliants, desiccants, phytohormones, biofertilizers, microbial inoculants, plant extracts, essential oils, alkaloids, phenolic compounds, polysaccharides, synthetic polymers, biopolymers, alkalis, weak acids, strong acids, aldehydes, ketones, alcohols, esters, ethers, sugars, sugar alcohols, ionic liquids, oils, waxes, antioxidants, UV protectants, anti-frost agents, growth inhibitors, biochar, slow-release fertilizers, controlled-release fertilizers, compost, manure, lime, gypsum, sulfur, and silicates.

[0090] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the present disclosure further comprises amino acids, minerals, salts, solvents, stabilizers, hormones, enzymes, vitamins, chitin, chitosan, carboxylic acids, carboxylic acid derivatives, linoleic acid and other fatty acids, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), microbial consortia or isolates, bioregulators, biostimulants, and other additives known in the art to elicit a biological, biochemical, physiological, and / or physiochemical response from the plant, or to stabilize the composition, or to elicit specific metabolite production in the plant.

[0091] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the present disclosure comprises other agriculturally acceptable additives, auxiliaries, and / or excipients. Additional components may act to improve the stability of the composition, improve the homogeneity of the composition, improve the function of the composition in planta, or provide other qualities to the composition and / or to the methodology of the present disclosure.

[0092] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the present disclosure comprises other active or inactive ingredients. In some embodiments, the composition includes at least one fungicide. Example fungicides include, but are not limited to, azoxystrobin, bifujunzhi, coumethoxystrobin, coumoxystrobin; dimoxystrobin, enes-troburin, enoxastrobin, fenaminstrobin, fenoxystrobin, flufenoxystrobin, fluoxastrobin, jiaxiangjunzhi, kresoxim-methyl, mandestrobin, metominostrobin, orysastrobin, picoxystrobin, pyraclostrobin, pyrametostrobin, pyraox-ystrobin, triclopyricarb, trifloxystrobin, methyl 2-[2-(2,5-dimethy Iphenyloxymethy Ijpheny l]-3-methoxyacry late, pyribencarb, triclopyricarb / chlorodincarb,19330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008famoxadon, fena-midon, cyazofamid, amisulbrom, benodanil, bixafen, boscalid, carboxin, fenfuram, fluopyram, flutolanil, fluxapy-roxad, furametpyr, isopyrazam, mepronil, oxycarboxin, pen-flufen, penthiopyrad, sedaxane, tecloftalam, thifluzamide, N-( 4 trifluoromethy Ithio-bipheny 1-2-yl )-3-difluoromethy 1-1-methy 1-1 H-pyrazole-4-carboxamide, N-(2-(l,3,3-trimeth-ylbutyl)phenyl)-l,3-dimethyl-5-fluoro-l H-pyrazole-4-car-boxamide, N-[9-( dichloromethylene )-l,2,3,4-tetrahydro-l, 4-methanonaphthalen-5-yl]-3-( difluoromethyl)- 1 -methyl- H-pyrazole-4-carboxamide, diflumetorim, binapacryl, dinobuton, dinocap, meptyl-dinocap, fluazinam, ferimzone, ametoctradin, silthiofam, azaconazole, bitertanol, bromuconazole, cyproconazole, difenoconazole, diniconazole, diniconazole-M, epoxiconazole; fenbuconazole, fluquinconazole, flusilazole, flutriafol, hexaconazole, imibenconazole, ipconazole, metconazole, myclobutanil, oxpoconazole, paclobutrazole, penconazole, propi conazole, prothioconazole, simeconazole, tebuconazole, tetraconazole, triadimefon, triadimenol, tri ti conazole, uniconazole, imazalil, pefurazoate, prochloraz, triflumizole, pyrimidines, fenari-mol, nuarimol, pyrifenox, triforine, aldimorph, dodemorph, dodemorph acetate, fenpropimorph, tridemorph, fenpropidin, piperalin, spiroxamine, fenhexamid, benalaxyl, benal- axyl-M, kiralaxyl; metalaxyl, metalaxyl-M (mefenoxam), ofurace; oxadixyl, hymexazole, octhilinone, oxolinic acid, bupirimate, benomyl, carbendazim, fuberidazole, thiaben-dazole, thiophanate-methyl, 5-chloro-7-( 4-methyl-piperi-din-l-yl)-6-(2,4,6-trifluorophenyl)-[l,2,4 ]triazolo[l ,5-a ]pyrimidine, diethofencarb, ethaboxam, pencycuron, fluopicolid, zoxainid, metrafenon, pyriofenon, cyprodinil, mepanipyrim, pyrimethanil, fluoroimide, iprodione, procymidone, vinclozolin fenpiclonil, fludioxonil, quinoxyfen, edifenphos, iprobenfos, pyrazophos, isoprothiolane, dicloran, quintozene, tecnazene, tolclofos-methyl, biphenyl, chloroneb, etridiazole, dimethomorph, flumorph, mandipropamid, pyrimorph, benthiavalicarb, iprovalicarb, valifenal-ate and 4-fluorophenyl N-(l-(l-(4-cyanophenyl)ethanesul-fonyl)but-2-yl)carbamate, propamocarb, propamocarb hydrochloride, ferbam, mancozeb, maneb, metiram, propineb, thiram, zineb, ziram, anilazine, chlorothalonil, captafol, captan, folpet, dichlofluanid, dichlorophen, flusulfamide, hexachlorobenzene, pentachlorophenol, phthalid, tolylfluanid, N-(4-chloro-2-nitrophenyl)-N-ethyl-4-methyl-benzenesulfonamide, guanidine, dithianon, validamycin, polyoxin B, pyroquilon, tricyclazole, carpropamid, dicyclomet, fenoxanil, and mixtures thereof.

[0093] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the present disclosure comprises at least one growth regulator.20330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0094] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition comprises an excipient, diluent, binder, disintegrant, inert filler, pH stabilizer, spreader, fixative, defoamer, carrier, antimicrobial agent, fertilizer, nutrient composition, pesticide, herbicide, fungicide, insecticide, nematicide, molluscicide, antifreeze agent, antioxidant, preservative, or anti -aggregation agent.

[0095] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition may be prepared as a concentrate for industrial application and further dilution or as a fully diluted ready -to-apply composition. A formulation or composition disclosed herein include liquid and / or dry forms and include dry stock components that are added to water or other liquids prior to application to the plant in an aqueous form. Liquid compositions include aqueous, polar, or non-polar solutions. The compositions may comprise an oil-in-water emulsion or a water-in-oil emulsion. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition is diluted. In some embodiments a formulation or composition is concentrated. In some embodiments the composition is aqueous.

[0096] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure comprises a sugar. In some embodiments, the sugar is selected from glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltose, lactose, trehalose, raffinose, stachyose, mannitol, sorbitol, arabinose, xylose, galactose, starch, cellulose, pectin, dextran, glucans, xylan, and molasses. In some embodiments, the sugar is molasses. In some embodiments, the sugar is a complex sugar. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 10-90% w / w sugar. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 40-80% w / w sugar. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 55-75% w / w sugar.

[0097] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure comprises a buffering agent, a solubilizing agent, and / or a preservative. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition comprises lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, fumaric acid, oxalic acid, gluconic acid, succinic acid, ascorbic acid, acetic acid, propionic acid, benzoic acid, sorbic acid, itaconic acid, glycolic acid, formic acid, boric acid, phosphoric acid, ammonium citrate, potassium citrate, citric acid, or sodium citrate. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition comprises citric acid.Translocating compositions of the disclosure

[0098] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises nitrogen, sulfur, boron, copper, iron, manganese, molybdenum, and zinc. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises 1-10% w / w nitrogen, 1-5% w / w sulfur, 0.1-1.0% w / w boron,21330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-20080.05%-0.5% w / w copper, 0.05-0.5% w / w iron, 1-5% w / w manganese, 0.0005-0.005% w / w molybdenum, and 1-5% w / w zinc.

[0099] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises an essential oil and a flavoring agent, the combination of which is displeasing to pests, e.g., mammalian pests.

[0100] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises calcium and boron. In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises about 5-20% w / w calcium and about 1-5% w / w boron.

[0101] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises herbicides, fungicides, and foliar fertilizers.

[0102] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises a blend of herbicides, fungicides, foliar fertilizers, and sugar.

[0103] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises boron and molybdenum.

[0104] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises phosphorous and potassium. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a 0-20-20 blend of NPK.

[0105] In some embodiments, a composition of the disclosure comprises zinc.

[0106] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating formulation, including: (a) a biopolymer and, optionally, a biopolymer solvent; (b) a first weak acid; and (c) an aldehyde.

[0107] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: acetaldehyde, alginate, arabinoxylans, benzaldehyde, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, cinnamaldehyde, collagen, crotonaldehyde, fucoidan, furfural, galactose, gellan gum, gelatin, glutaraldehyde, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, keratin, lignin, malonaldehyde, pectin, polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), silk fibroin, sorbitol, starch, and xanthan gum. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the biopolymer is a polysaccharide. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: alginate, arabinoxylans, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, fucoidan, gellan gum, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, pectin, starch, and xanthan22330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008gum. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the biopolymer is chitosan.

[0108] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-25% w / w biopolymer. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-10% w / w biopolymer. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.5-5% w / w biopolymer. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 1-3% w / w biopolymer.

[0109] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the biopolymer solvent includes a second weak acid.

[0110] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: acetic acid, ascorbic acid, benzoic acid, boric acid, citric acid, formic acid, fumaric acid, gallic acid, gluconic acid, glycolic acid, itaconic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, oxalic acid, phosphoric acid, propionic acid, sorbic acid, succinic acid, and tartaric acid.[OHl] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: phosphoric acid and acetic acid. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-25% w / w first and / or second weak acid. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-10% w / w first and / or second weak acid. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.5-5% w / w first and / or second weak acid. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation o, wherein the formulation includes 0.5-3% w / w of each of the first and second weak acid.

[0112] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes an aldehyde selected from: acetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, crotonaldehyde, formaldehyde, furfural, glutaraldehyde, glycolaldehyde, malonaldehyde, and paraformaldehyde. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes formaldehyde. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-25% w / w aldehyde. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a 23330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-10% w / w aldehyde. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.1-5% w / w aldehyde. In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a formulation, wherein the formulation includes 0.5-3% w / w aldehyde.

[0113] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to an agricultural composition including the translocating formulation.

[0114] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to an agricultural composition, wherein the composition includes 0.1-99% w / w translocating formulation.

[0115] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to an agricultural composition, wherein the composition includes 0.1-50% w / w translocating formulation.

[0116] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to an agricultural composition, wherein the composition includes one or more of: macronutrients, micronutrients, and plant protection compounds, as disclosed herein.

[0117] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating pest deterrent composition including: (a) 8-15% w / w essential oil; (b) 0.5-5% w / w flavoring agent; and (c) 1-5% translocating formulation. In some embodiments, the essential oil includes methyl salicylate, neral, citral, geranyl acetate, and / or citronellal. In some embodiments, the essential oil includes citronella, wintergreen oil, and / or lemongrass oil, optionally wherein the essential oil includes lemongrass oil. In some embodiments, the flavoring agent: includes benzaldehyde, methyl anthranilate, ethylvanillin, diacetyl, ethyl decadienoate, ethyl propionate, eucalyptol, manzanate, or menthone, optionally wherein the flavoring agent includes methyl anthranilate. In some embodiments, the composition includes: 15-25% w / w carrier oil; 55-75% w / w sugar; and / or 0.1-1% w / w citric acid. In some embodiments, the composition includes a carrier oil, optionally a vegetable oil, optionally wherein the vegetable oil includes sesame seed oil, canola oil, or safflower oil, optionally sesame seed oil.

[0118] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural calcium composition including: (a) 5-20% w / w calcium; and (b) 0.5-5% w / w translocating formulation. In some embodiments, the composition includes 1-5% w / w boron.

[0119] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating foliar agricultural composition including: (a) 10-30% w / w phosphorous; (b) 10-30% w / w potassium; and (c) 0.5-5% w / w translocating formulation.24330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0120] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating fulvic acid agricultural composition including: (a) 5-15% w / w fulvic acid; and (b) 0.5-5% w / w translocating formulation. In some embodiments, composition includes 40-80% w / w complex sugars.

[0121] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural micronutrient composition including: (a) 1-10% w / w nitrogen; (b) 1-10% w / w sulfur; (c) 0.5-5% w / w manganese; (d) 0.5-5% w / w zinc; and (e) 0.5-5% w / w translocating formulation. In some embodiments, the composition includes: (a) 0.1-2% w / w boron; (b) 0.1-2% w / w copper; (c) 0.1-2% w / w iron; and / or (d) 0.0001-0.01% w / w molybdenum.

[0122] In some embodiments, the techniques described herein relate to a translocating agricultural zinc formulation including: (a) 5-20% w / w zinc; and (b) 25-75% w / w translocating formulation.Methods Comprising Application of Formulations and Compositions of the Disclosure

[0123] The present disclosure also provides methods comprising the application of a formulation or composition disclosed herein. In one aspect, the disclosure provides a method of growing a plant, said method comprising applying a formulation or composition disclosed herein to the plant. In another aspect, the disclosure provides a method of improving uptake of agricultural compounds by a plant, the method comprising applying the compound in conjunction with a translocating formulation herein.Modes of application

[0124] In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied to the soil. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied as a soil spray or soil drench. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied as a granular soil treatment.

[0125] In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied to the aerial biomass of a plant. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied as a foliar spray.

[0126] In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied to the seeds. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied as a seed treatment or seed coating.

[0127] In some embodiments, formulations or compositions of the present disclosure are applied to any plant or plant propagation material that may benefit from application. In some embodiments, the formulations or compositions are applied to seeds, seedlings, plants, or plant parts. In some embodiments, the formulations or compositions are applied to plant parts. Plant 25330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008parts include grains, seeds, seedlings, plant tissues, leaves, branches, stems, bulbs, tubers, roots, root hairs, rhizomes, cuttings, flowers, and fruits. In some embodiments, the formulations or compositions are applied to grains. In some embodiments, formulations or compositions of the disclosure are applied to an area where a plant will grow including soil, a plant root zone or a furrow.

[0128] In some embodiments, if multiple applications are applied, application frequency is once every 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 weeks, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, application frequency is about once every 3 weeks. In some embodiments, for emerged plants, application occurs about every 2-4 weeks. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition is applied to the soil and then followed by foliar applications 5-20 days later. In some embodiments, applications occur every 2-4 weeks until crop is harvested. In some embodiments, applications are separated by about 3 weeks. In some embodiments, applications are separated by about 1 month. In some embodiments, applications are separated by 1-2 months.

[0129] In some embodiments, formulations or compositions of the disclosure are applied 1-100 times, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, the formulation or composition of the disclosure is applied 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, or 30 times.

[0130] In some embodiments, for broadcast soil applications, the formulation or composition is applied at a rate of 1-100 fl. oz. per acre, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, for broadcast soil applications, the formulation or composition is applied at a rate of 10-50 fl. oz. per acre. In some embodiments, forbroadcast soil applications, the formulation or composition is applied at a rate of 20-40 fl. oz. per acre. In some embodiments, for broadcast soil applications, the formulation or composition is applied at a rate of about 32 fl. oz. per acre.

[0131] In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure is applied as a foliar application at a rate of 1-100 fl. oz. per acre, including all values and subranges therebetween. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure is applied as a foliar application at a rate of 5-50 fl. oz. per acre. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure is applied as a foliar application at a rate of 10-20 fl. oz. per acre. In some embodiments, a formulation or composition of the disclosure is applied as a foliar application at a rate of about 16 fl. oz. per acre. In some embodiments, a formulation or 26330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008composition of the disclosure is applied as a foliar application at a rate of about 32 fl. oz. per acre.Outcomes

[0132] In some embodiments, a method herein achieves a desired outcome via application of a formulation or composition to a plant. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure results in improved uptake of agricultural composition ingredients by a host plant. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure increases uptake of one or more macronutrients by a plant. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure increases uptake of one or more micronutrients by a plant. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure increases uptake of one or more bioactive ingredients by a plant. In some embodiments, the improvement is measured with respect to conventional application methods that do not include a translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0133] In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure results in improved appearance, health, fitness, yield, harvested biomass, harvested weight, harvested volume, number of harvested plant parts, or size of harvested plant parts. Harvestable plant parts include, for example, fruits, vegetables, roots, grains, tubers, leaves, flowers, seeds, and nuts. In some embodiments, e.g., for some grasses, lettuces, feed crops, and forage crops, a harvestable plant part is the entire aerial biomass of the plant. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure results in an increased concentration of an agricultural compound within a plant or plant part compared to control.Plants

[0134] The methods of the present disclosure are applicable to any plant. In some embodiments, the plant is an agricultural crop, an agronomic crop, a horticultural crop, or an ornamental plant. In some embodiments, a method of the present disclosure is employed on an agronomical crop selected from the list consisting of wheat, rice, com, soybean, alfalfa, forage crops, beans, sugar beets, canola, and cotton. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure is employed on a horticultural crop selected from the list consisting of vegetables, fruits, flowers, ornamentals, and lawn grasses. In some embodiments, a method of the disclosure is employed on an ornamental plant selected from the list consisting of flowers, shrubs, grasses, and trees.

[0135] Plants include both monocots and dicots. In some embodiments, the methods of the disclosure are employed on monocots, such as agapanthus, asparagus, bamboo, bananas, corn,27330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008daffodils, garlic, ginger, grass, lilies, onions, orchids, rice, sugarcane, tulips, and wheat. In some embodiments, the methods of the disclosure are employed on dicots, such as apples, beans, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, cosmos, daisies, peaches, peppers, potatoes, roses, sweet pea, and tomatoes. In some embodiments, the agricultural crop is a food crop, feed crop, cereal crop, oil seed crop, pulse, fiber crop, sugar crop, forage crop, medicinal crop, root crop, tuber crop, vegetable crop, fruit crop, or garden crop.

[0136] In some embodiments, the plant is a cereal crop. In some embodiments, the plant is a grain-producing plant. In some embodiments, the plant is a wheat, rice, corn (maize), barley, oat, rye, quinoa, millet, sorghum, buckwheat, amaranth, teff, spelt, farro, or bulgur plant. In some embodiments, the plant is a wheat, rice, corn, soybean, alfalfa, forage crop, bean, sugar beet, canola, or cotton plant. In some embodiments, the plant is a corn plant.Additional Methods of the Disclosure

[0137] Also provided by the disclosure are methods of making any of the translocating formulations and agricultural compositions disclosed herein.EXAMPLESExample 1: Illustrative Translocating Formulations of the Disclosure.

[0138] Table 1 provides exemplary ingredients for a translocating formulation of the disclosure. An illustrative translocating formulation was generated according to this formula with chitosan, phosphoric acid, acetic acid, formaldehyde, and water.Table 1: Example ranges for translocating formulation ingredients.

[0139] Without wishing to be bound by theory, the inventors hypothesize that the translocating formulation of the disclosure improves absorption of applied compounds into the phloem and xylem of the plant, allowing for bidirectional flow within the plant. See FIG. 1. The inventors 28330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008also theorize that the translocating formulation improves nutrient uptake because the foliar uptake and transport of aldehyde is both rapid and bidirectional. See, for example, Su et al., “Foliar uptake and translocation of formaldehyde with Bracket plants (Chlorophytum comosum)” Journal of hazardous materials 2015;291:120-8, incorporated by reference herein for all purposes.Example 2: Accelerated diffusion of pigment within cut flowers.

[0140] Two cut white carnations were placed in water with the same concentration of pink pigment. One of the samples also included a translocating formulation prepared according to Example 1. FIG. 2 shows a photograph of the flowers several hours after being placed in the pigmented water: the water containing the translocating formulation accelerated the flow of pigment into the plant, resulting in a noticeably pinker hue in the white carnation petals, compared to the untreated control.Example 3: Improved uptake of calcium in apple trees using translocating formulation of the disclosure.Materials and Methods

[0141] A field trial location was established in a 6 year old orchard site of the variety “Premier Honeycrisp” that was planted in 12 ft rows with 3 ft between trees. The plot for each treatment condition consisted of 4 rows, each 725 ft long. The control and treated plots were separated by 6 buffer rows about 72 ft long. This Honeycrisp apple orchard has a history of high bitter pit incidence as well as soft fruit, both of which are linked to low calcium concentrations.

[0142] A translocating calcium composition was formulated comprising 10% w / w calcium, 3% w / w boron and 0.5-5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1. Three foliar applications were made using a blueline air-blast sprayer. The first application was made starting at bloom (day 0), at a rate of 16 oz / acre. The second application occurred 1 month later (day 29) at 22mm size fruit, at a rate of 32 oz / acre. The third application took place at day 76, at 35 mm size fruit, at a rate of 32 oz / acre.

[0143] The treatment was made in comparison to the control receiving commercial calcium practice. Both the treated plot and control plot received the same standard practice, including all fungicides, insecticides, PGRs, granular, and foliar fertilizers.Results

[0144] The resulting fruit was analyzed for nutritional content, results shown in Table 2. Most remarkably, these results demonstrate that the concentration of calcium in the treated apples 29330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008was over 9-fold higher than in the control apples. Surprisingly, these results also show that 10 out of 13 tested elements were at a higher concentration in the treated apples compared to the control apples. Sodium was the same in both groups, and manganese and copper in the treated group were within 5 ppm of the control. These results demonstrate the powerful ability of a translocating formulation of the disclosure to improve the uptake of an agricultural composition by a host plant.Table 2: Nutrient Analysis of Honeycrisp Apples.Example 4: Improved uptake of calcium in strawberry plants using translocating formulation of the disclosure.

[0145] A trial of a calcium composition containing a translocating formulation of the disclosure was conducted on a 4 acre soilless strawberry farm in a greenhouse setting. The calcium composition was formulated comprising 10% w / w calcium, 3% w / w boron and 0.5- 5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1. Weekly leaf sap analyses were used to monitor plant health (NovaCropControl).

[0146] Prior to the trial, in fruiting strawberry plants, calcium applications were carried out over a 40-50 day period as follows: calcium nitrate was applied daily via irrigation to the root zone. Additionally, foliar applications of calcium oxide were made every 15 to 20 days. The primary goal was to raise calcium levels in young leaves to the desired range. However, this was not achieved successfully as shown for Day 0 in FIG.3, demonstrating virtually no change in the before and after calcium concentrations for young leaves. As a result, intermittent harvests led to yield losses.

[0147] On Day 3, the calcium composition was applied at a rate of 100 cc per decare. Leaf samples were collected for analysis on Day 7, four full days after the application. The results (see FIG.3 at Day 7) showed that, although calcium levels had not been successfully increased over a 40-50 day period during fruiting using conventional calcium application, a single application of a calcium composition containing a translocating formulation of the disclosure led to a 110% increase in calcium concentration in young leaves.30330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0148] After this applicaiton, calcium nitrate continued to be applied via irrigation. The inventors theorize that the translocating formulation remained active within the plant even 10 days after application, as it significantly enhanced the movement of calcium nitrate from the roots to the young leaves, as shown in the results on Day 14 of FIG. 3. The improved calcium uptake was also believed to strengthen the plant’s resistance to abiotic stress, as the plants were able to survive a three-day frost during this time period, with temperatures as low as -8°C. Example 5: Increased sugar and mineral content in cherry leaves following application of translocating calcium composition of the disclosure.

[0149] Frost damage in February and April of 2025 caused significant losses in the agricultural sector in Turkey. Early-season fruit groups were completely destroyed in February, while in April, orchards in full bloom and with high yield potential suffered heavy losses. As a result, it is estimated that fruit production across the country faced approximately a 55% yield loss.

[0150] A translocating calcium composition of the disclosure (10% w / w calcium, 3% w / w boron and 0.5-5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1) was tested in a field trial in open-field conditions. In a 600-decare cherry orchard that was heavily affected by the April frost — where not even a single fruit could be harvested — standard practices failed to increase calcium levels in the plants, resulting in underdeveloped fruit buds. However, with an application of 250 cc per decare of the translocating calcium composition, a significant number of young leaves were able to develop on the frost-damaged trees, increasing expectations for significant yields the following year. FIG. 4-8 show results of a plant sap analysis in five different cherry varieties from the same orchard prior to and following application of the translocating calcium composition. All five varieties showed an increase in the following parameters in one or both of young and mature leaves: calcium, magnesium, sugar, nitrate, total nitrogen, sulfur, boron, and molybdenum. All five varieties also showed a decrease in electrical conductivity in both young and mature leaves.Example 6: Translocating calcium composition trial in peanuts increases percent dry weight calcium in both peanuts and shells.

[0151] A translocating calcium composition of the disclosure (10% w / w calcium, 3% w / w boron and 0.5-5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1) was applied to peanut plants. Dry weight of calcium in both the peanuts and in the shells was calculated for treated plants and compared to control plants treated with conventional calcium compositions.31330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Results are shown in FIG. 9 and demonstrate a marked increase in calcium content in both peanuts and shells compared to untreated control.Example 7: Foliar fertilizer comprising translocating formulation markedly increases cotton yield.

[0152] A foliar fertilizer comprising a translocating formulation of the disclosure was tested in a field trial in cotton. The fertilizer (Fertilizer A) was a 0-20-20 fertilizer and contained 0.5-5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1. Fertilizer A was compared to an untreated (grower standard) control and to a 0-0-24 fertilizer (Fertilizer B) that did not contain the translocating formulation. Fertilizer A was applied at a rate of 1 pint / ac per application, while Fertilizer B was applied at a rate of 1 gallon / ac per application. Each fertilizer was applied twice - once at 8 nodes above white flower and once at five nodes above white flower. Results are shown in FIG. 10 and demonstrate a significant increase in cotton yield when using Fertilizer A in comparison to either the untreated control or application of Fertilizer B, in spite of being applied at a much lower rate - 2 pints / ac total for Fertilizer A compared to 2 gallons / ac for Fertilizer B.Example 8: Application of translocating calcium and boron composition more than doubles calcium and boron concentration in soybean trial.

[0153] A translocating calcium composition (10% w / w calcium, 3% w / w boron and 0.5-5.0% w / w of a translocating formulation according to Example 1) was applied to soybean plants. Mineral content was tested in recent fully developed leaves every week. On July 29th, prior to application, calcium content was 0.77% and boron was 72 ppm. After application of the translocating calcium and boron composition, calcium was reported at 1.74% and boron was 196 ppm. Increases over this time frame were also reported for zinc (42 ppm to 71 ppm), manganese (71 ppm to 174 ppm), iron (123 ppm to 241 ppm), and aluminum (12 ppm to 30 ppm). These results demonstrate that translocating formulations of the disclosure are able to facilitate improved uptake of nutrients and minerals in soybeans.Example 9: Illustrative compositions comprising translocating formulations of the disclosure.

[0154] The following agricultural compositions comprising translocating formulations of the disclosure were produced by the inventors and illustrate some embodiments of the disclosure.32330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Table 3: Deer repellant.

[0155] Application of a composition according to Table 3 resulted in long lasting deer deterrence in soybean and corn fields, and boosted recovery in plants that had been damaged from grazing.Table 4: Calcium and boron composition.

[0156] Application of a composition according to Table 4 is described in Examples 3-6 and 8. Additionally, application of this composition in soybeans in a field trial in Mississippi resulted in a yield of about 85 bushels / ac, compared to about 70 bushels / ac in the untreated control.Table 5: Foliar fertilizer.

[0157] Application of a composition according to Table 5 is described in Example 7.Table 6: Fulvic fertilizer 1.33330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008

[0158] Application of a composition according to Table 6 along with biocontrol agents enhanced the efficacy of those biocontrol agents in plants.Table 7: Fulvic fertilizer 2.

[0159] Application of a composition according to Table 7 provided nutrients to plants, while improving uptake of micronutrients and any co-administered biocontrol agents.Table 8: Balanced micronutrient blend.

[0160] Application of a composition according to Table 8 in a trial in wheat resulted in an increase in numerous micronutrient concentrations. See FIG. 11.Table 9: Calcium composition.34330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Table 10: Zinc composition.

[0161] Application of a composition according to Table 10 in a trial in com resulted in a gain of 3.5 bushels per acre and 0.5 pound gain in test weight. See FIG. 12.INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

[0162] All references, articles, publications, patents, patent publications, and patent applications cited herein are incorporated by reference in their entireties for all purposes. However, mention of any reference, article, publication, patent, patent publication, and patent application cited herein is not, and should not be taken as an acknowledgment or any form of suggestion that they constitute valid prior art or form part of the common general knowledge in any country in the world.NUMBERED EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

[0163] Notwithstanding the appended claims, the disclosure sets forth the following numbered embodiments:Embodiment 1. A translocating formulation, comprising: a) a biopolymer and, optionally, a biopolymer solvent; b) a first weak acid; and c) an aldehyde.Embodiment 2. The formulation of embodiment 1, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: acetaldehyde, alginate, arabinoxylans, benzaldehyde, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, cinnamaldehyde, collagen, crotonaldehyde, fucoidan, furfural, galactose, gellan gum, gelatin, glutaraldehyde, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, keratin, lignin, malonaldehyde, pectin, polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), silk fibroin, sorbitol, starch, and xanthan gum.Embodiment 3. The formulation of embodiment 1 or 2, wherein the biopolymer is a polysaccharide.Embodiment 4. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-3, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: alginate, arabinoxylans, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, fucoidan, gellan gum, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, pectin, starch, and xanthan gum.Embodiment 5. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-4, wherein the biopolymer is chitosan.35330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Embodiment 6. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-5, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-25% w / w biopolymer.Embodiment 7. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-6, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w biopolymer.Embodiment 8. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-7, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-5% w / w biopolymer.Embodiment 9. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-8, wherein the formulation comprises about 1-3% w / w biopolymer.Embodiment 10. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-9, wherein the biopolymer solvent comprises a second weak acid.Embodiment 11. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-10, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: acetic acid, ascorbic acid, benzoic acid, boric acid, citric acid, formic acid, fumaric acid, gallic acid, gluconic acid, glycolic acid, itaconic acid, lactic acid, malic acid, oxalic acid, phosphoric acid, propionic acid, sorbic acid, succinic acid, and tartaric acid.Embodiment 12. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-11, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: phosphoric acid and acetic acid.Embodiment 13. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-12, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-25% w / w first and / or second weak acid.Embodiment 14. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-13, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w first and / or second weak acid.Embodiment 15. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-14, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-5% w / w first and / or second weak acid.Embodiment 16. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-15, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-3% w / w of each of the first and second weak acid.Embodiment 17. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-16, wherein the formulation comprises an aldehyde selected from: acetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, crotonaldehyde, formaldehyde, furfural, glutaraldehyde, glycolaldehyde, malonaldehyde, and paraformaldehyde.Embodiment 18. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-17, wherein the formulation comprises formaldehyde.Embodiment 19. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-18, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-25% w / w aldehyde.36330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Embodiment 20. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-19, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w aldehyde.Embodiment 21. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-20, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-5% w / w aldehyde.Embodiment 22. The formulation of any one of embodiments 1-21, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-3% w / w aldehyde.Embodiment 23. An agricultural composition comprising the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 24. The agricultural composition of embodiment 23, wherein the composition comprises about 0.1-99% w / w translocating formulation.Embodiment 25. The agricultural composition of embodiment 23 or 24, wherein the composition comprises about 0.1-50% w / w translocating formulation.Embodiment 26. The agricultural composition of any one of embodiments 23-25, wherein the composition comprises one or more of: macronutrients, micronutrients, and plant protection compounds, as disclosed herein.Embodiment 27. A method of growing a plant, comprising applying a formulation or a composition according to any one of embodiments 1-26 to the plant, a plant part, or the plant surroundings.Embodiment 28. A method of improving uptake of an agricultural compound, the method comprising applying the compound in conjunction with a translocating formulation according to any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 29. The method of embodiment 28, wherein the compound is a macronutrient, micronutrient, or plant protection compound disclosed herein.Embodiment 30. A translocating pest deterrent composition comprising: a) about 8-15% w / w essential oil; b) about 0.5-5% w / w flavoring agent; and c) about 1-5% of the translocating formulation of claim 1.Embodiment 31. The composition of embodiment 30, wherein the essential oil comprises methyl salicylate, neral, citral, geranyl acetate, and / or citronellal.Embodiment 32. The composition of embodiment 30 or 31, wherein the essential oil comprises citronella, wintergreen oil, and / or lemongrass oil, optionally wherein the essential oil comprises lemongrass oil.Embodiment 33. The composition of any one of embodiments 30-32, wherein the flavoring agent: comprises benzaldehyde, methyl anthranilate, ethylvanillin, diacetyl, ethyl decadienoate, ethyl propionate, eucalyptol, manzanate, or menthone, optionally wherein the flavoring agent comprises methyl anthranilate.37330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008Embodiment 34. The composition of any one of embodiments 30-33, wherein the composition comprises: about 15-25% w / w carrier oil; about 55-75% w / w sugar; and / or about 0.1-1% w / w citric acid.Embodiment 35. The composition of any one of embodiments 30-34, wherein the composition comprises a carrier oil, optionally a vegetable oil, optionally wherein the vegetable oil comprises sesame seed oil, canola oil, or safflower oil, optionally sesame seed oil.Embodiment 36. A translocating agricultural calcium composition comprising: a) about 5-20% w / w calcium; and b) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 37. The composition of embodiment 36, wherein the composition comprises about 1-5% w / w boron.Embodiment 38. A translocating foliar agricultural composition comprising: a) about 10-30% w / w phosphorous; b) about 10-30% w / w potassium; and c) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 39. A translocating fulvic acid agricultural composition comprising: a) about 5-15% w / w fulvic acid; and b) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 40. The composition of embodiment 39, wherein the formulation comprises about 40-80% w / w complex sugars.Embodiment 41. A translocating agricultural micronutrient composition comprising: a) about 1-10% w / w nitrogen; b) about 1-10% w / w sulfur; c) about 0.5-5% w / w manganese; d) about 0.5-5% w / w zinc; and e) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.Embodiment 42. The composition of embodiment 41, wherein the composition comprises: a) about 0.1-2% w / w boron; b) about 0.1-2% w / w copper; c) about 0.1-2% w / w iron; and / or d) about 0.0001-0.01% w / w molybdenum.Embodiment 43. A translocating agricultural zinc formulation comprising: a) about 5-20% w / w zinc; and b) about 25-75% w / w of the translocating formulation of any one of embodiments 1-22.38330235352

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1. ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008CLAIMS1. A translocating formulation, comprising:a) a biopolymer and, optionally, a biopolymer solvent;b) a first weak acid; andc) an aldehyde.

2. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: acetaldehyde, alginate, arabinoxylans, benzaldehyde, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, cinnamaldehyde, collagen, crotonaldehyde, fucoidan, furfural, galactose, gellan gum, gelatin, glutaraldehyde, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, keratin, lignin, malonaldehyde, pectin, polylactic acid (PLA), polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA), polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), silk fibroin, sorbitol, starch, and xanthan gum.

3. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the biopolymer is a polysaccharide.

4. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the biopolymer is selected from: alginate, arabinoxylans, carrageenan, cellulose, chitin, chitosan, fucoidan, gellan gum, guar gum, hyaluronic acid, pectin, starch, and xanthan gum.

5. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the biopolymer is chitosan.

6. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-25% w / w biopolymer.

7. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w biopolymer.

8. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-5% w / w biopolymer.

9. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 1-3% w / w biopolymer.

10. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the biopolymer solvent comprises a second weak acid.

11. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: acetic acid, ascorbic acid, benzoic acid, boric acid, citric acid, formic acid, fumaric acid, gallic acid, gluconic acid, glycolic acid, itaconic acid, lactic acid,39330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008malic acid, oxalic acid, phosphoric acid, propionic acid, sorbic acid, succinic acid, and tartaric acid.

12. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the first and / or second weak acid is selected from: phosphoric acid and acetic acid.

13. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1- 25% w / w first and / or second weak acid.

14. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1- 10% w / w first and / or second weak acid.

15. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5- 5% w / w first and / or second weak acid.

16. The formulation of claim 1 or claim 10, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5- 3% w / w of each of the first and second weak acid.

17. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises an aldehyde selected from: acetaldehyde, benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, crotonaldehyde, formaldehyde, furfural, glutaraldehyde, glycolaldehyde, malonaldehyde, and paraformaldehyde.

18. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises formaldehyde.

19. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-25% w / w aldehyde.

20. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-10% w / w aldehyde.

21. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.1-5% w / w aldehyde.

22. The formulation of claim 1, wherein the formulation comprises about 0.5-3% w / w aldehyde.

23. An agricultural composition comprising the translocating formulation of any one of claims 1-22.

24. The agricultural composition of claim 23, wherein the composition comprises about 0.1-99% w / w translocating formulation.40330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-200825. The agricultural composition of claim 23, wherein the composition comprises about 0.1-50% w / w translocating formulation.

26. The agricultural composition of claim 23, wherein the composition comprises one or more of: macronutrients, micronutrients, and plant protection compounds, as disclosed herein.

27. A method of growing a plant, comprising applying a formulation or a composition according to any one of claims 1-26 to the plant, a plant part, or the plant surroundings.

28. A method of improving uptake of an agricultural compound, the method comprising applying the compound in conjunction with a translocating formulation according to any one of claims 1-22.

29. The method of claim 28, wherein the compound is a macronutrient, micronutrient, or plant protection compound disclosed herein.

30. A translocating pest deterrent composition comprising:a) about 8-15% w / w essential oil;b) about 0.5-5% w / w flavoring agent; andc) about 1-5% of the translocating formulation of claim 1.

31. The composition of claim 30, wherein the essential oil comprises methyl salicylate, neral, citral, geranyl acetate, and / or citronellal.

32. The composition of claim 30, wherein the essential oil comprises citronella, wintergreen oil, and / or lemongrass oil, optionally wherein the essential oil comprises lemongrass oil.

33. The composition of claim 30, wherein the flavoring agent: comprises benzaldehyde, methyl anthranilate, ethylvanillin, diacetyl, ethyl decadienoate, ethyl propionate, eucalyptol, manzanate, or menthone, optionally wherein the flavoring agent comprises methyl anthranilate.

34. The composition of claim 30, wherein the composition comprises: about 15-25% w / w carrier oil; about 55-75% w / w sugar; and / or about 0.1-1% w / w citric acid.41330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-200835. The composition of claim 30, wherein the composition comprises a carrier oil, optionally a vegetable oil, optionally wherein the vegetable oil comprises sesame seed oil, canola oil, or safflower oil, optionally sesame seed oil.

36. A translocating agricultural calcium composition comprising:a) about 5-20% w / w calcium; andb) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of claim 1.

37. The composition of claim 36, wherein the composition comprises about 1-5% w / w boron.

38. A translocating foliar agricultural composition comprising:a) about 10-30% w / w phosphorous;b) about 10-30% w / w potassium; andc) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of claim 1.

39. A translocating fulvic acid agricultural composition comprising:a) about 5-15% w / w fulvic acid; andb) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of claim 1.

40. The composition of claim 39, wherein the formulation comprises about 40-80% w / w complex sugars.

41. A translocating agricultural micronutrient composition comprising:a) about 1-10% w / w nitrogen;b) about 1-10% w / w sulfur;c) about 0.5-5% w / w manganese;d) about 0.5-5% w / w zinc; ande) about 0.5-5% w / w of the translocating formulation of claim 1.

42. The composition of claim 41, wherein the composition comprises:a) about 0.1 -2% w / w boron;b) about 0.1 -2% w / w copper;c) about 0.1-2% w / w iron; and / or42330235352ATTORNEY DOCKET NO. : CO AG-003 / 01 WO 351598-2008d) about 0.0001-0.01% w / w molybdenum.

43. A translocating agricultural zinc formulation comprising:a) about 5-20% w / w zinc; andb) about 25-75% w / w of the translocating formulation of claim 1.43330235352

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