Solid matrix control of seed conditioning using selected cell cycle stages
AssigneeKamterter II, L.L.C.
InventorJohn Alvin Eastin
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Abstract
In the process of the invention, the seed to be treated, a predetermined amount of solid matrix material and a predetermined amount of water are admixed and the mixture allowed to stand, preferably in a container which allows entry of air but which reduces evaporation losses, for example, a closed metal container with a small top opening, for a time and at a temperature sufficient to enhance resultant plant vigor, i.e., enhance emergence, growth of yield characteristics, but short of that which would cause the seed to sprout. Faulty seeds may be separated by size and systemic resistance to disease can be induced.
Claims12
A method of introducing genes into plants comprising the steps of:
- synchronizing the stage of development of the plant at a stage that includes large amounts of 4C DNA in seeds of the plants;
- and
- transfecting cells of the seeds,
- planting the seeds and permitting growth of plants from the seeds.
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