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Walnut tree named ‘Hickman’

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Assignee: UNIV MISSOURIPriority: Jan 18, 2024Filed: Jan 18, 2024Granted: Jan 14, 2025
Est. expiryJan 18, 2044(~17.5 yrs left)· nominal 20-yr term from priority
Inventors:Mark V. CoggeshallRonald S. RevordNicholas A. Meier
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Abstract

A new distinct Juglans plant named ‘Hickman’ is characterized by high-yield, abundant spur-bearing, medium nut and kernel size, and high kernel percentage. Taken together, ‘Hickman’ produces a high yield of kernels. The cultivar's nuts have a low to moderate rate of defects, and its kernel has good flavor and color quality. ‘Hickman’ is protogynous, with pistillate bloom beginning mid-season and extending about two-weeks and staminate bloom occurring mid-to-late season.

Claims

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What is claimed is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct cultivar of black walnut tree designated ‘Hickman’ as shown and described herein.

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