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Glyphosate tolerant fescue grasses

US6066786A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 17, 1998
Grant dateMay 23, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 17, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA01H5/12
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Glyphosate tolerant fescue (Festuca sp.) grasses are provided. These grasses are particularly suitable for use in lawns, golf courses and other turfs where weeds are a problem. Weed control in areas planted with the disclosed grasses can be achieved by direct application of glyphosate herbicides.

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