BE1024839B1 - Holder and method for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms; holder with sealed opening - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention comprises a container, and the use thereof, for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base part, characterized in that the bottom comprises one or more sealed breaking openings and / or sealed openings . The invention also comprises in one embodiment a carrier system for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms in a hedge shape, comprising one or more of these holders. The invention also comprises in one embodiment a method for growing plants or mushrooms in this container.

Description

(30) Priority data:

(73) Holder (s):

ARCHIDUC USIL BVBA 9930, ZOMERGEM Belgium (72) Inventor (s):

LAPIERRE Hilde 9930 ZOMERGEM Belgium

VAN ROBAYS Steven 9930 ZOMERGEM Belgium (54) Holder and method for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms; The invention includes a container, and its use, for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion characterized in that the bottom is sealed one or more break openings and / or sealed openings. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a carrier system for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms in a hedge shape, comprising one or more of these containers. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method of growing plants or mushrooms in this container.

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BELGIAN INVENTION PATENT

FPS Economy, K.M.O., Self-employed & Energy

Publication number: 1024839 Filing number: BE2016 / 5951

Intellectual Property Office

International classification: A01G 9/02 A01G 1/04 Date of issue: 23/07/2018

The Minister of Economy,

Having regard to the Paris Convention of 20 March 1883 for the Protection of Industrial Property;

Having regard to the Law of March 28, 1984 on inventive patents, Article 22, for patent applications filed before September 22, 2014;

Having regard to Title 1 Invention Patents of Book XI of the Economic Law Code, Article XI.24, for patent applications filed from September 22, 2014;

Having regard to the Royal Decree of 2 December 1986 on the filing, granting and maintenance of inventive patents, Article 28;

Having regard to the application for an invention patent received by the Intellectual Property Office on 20/12/2016.

Whereas for patent applications that fall within the scope of Title 1, Book XI, of the Code of Economic Law (hereinafter WER), in accordance with Article XI.19, § 4, second paragraph, of the WER, the granted patent will be limited. to the patent claims for which the novelty search report was prepared, when the patent application is the subject of a novelty search report indicating a lack of unity of invention as referred to in paragraph 1, and when the applicant does not limit his filing and does not file a divisional application in accordance with the search report.

Decision:

Article 1

ARCHIDUC USIL BVBA, Meirlare 38, 9930 ZOMERGEM Belgium;

represented by

VANHALST Koen Victor Rachel, Ed. Gevaertdreef 10a, 9830, ST MARTENS LATEM;

DE CLERCQ Ann, Ed. Gevaertdreef 10a, 9830, ST MARTENS LATEM;

GOESAERT Hans, Ed. Gevaertdreef 10a, 9830, ST MARTENS LATEM;

a Belgian invention patent with a term of 20 years, subject to payment of the annual fees as referred to in Article XI.48, § 1 of the Code of Economic Law, for: Holder and working method for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms; container with sealed opening.

INVENTOR (S):

LAPIERRE Hilde, Meirlare 38, 9930, ZOMERGEM;

FROM ROBAYS Steven, Meirlare 38, 9930, ZOMERGEM;

PRIORITY :

BREAKDOWN:

Split from basic application: Filing date of the basic application:

Article 2. - This patent is granted without prior investigation into the patentability of the invention, without warranty of the merit of the invention, nor of the accuracy of its description and at the risk of the applicant (s).

Brussels, 23/07/2018,

With special authorization:

B E2016 / 5951

Container and method for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms; container with sealed opening.

TECHNICAL DOMAIN

The invention relates to a container, and the use thereof, for growing, storing, transporting and / or making plants or mushrooms for sale. The invention also relates to a carrier system, and to a method of growing, storing, transporting and / or making plants or mushrooms for sale.

TECHNOLOGICAL BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

When buying and selling plants and mushrooms, maintaining the freshness of this is of paramount importance. In order to guarantee freshness, plants and mushrooms are increasingly being offered in combination with a container with a fixed growing medium in which the plant or mushroom can continue to tide and / or grow. Since the living plant or mushroom is metabolically active, further irrigation of the container with water and / or nutrients is necessary. The container used is therefore preferably an open system that makes it possible to have the excess moisture removed by drainage during the irrigation of the plant or mushroom. Current open systems used include a container in which drainage holes are permanently present at the bottom. These openings are evenly distributed on the bottom of the container, allowing drainage to be uniform at all positions in the container. Alternatively, there may also be one centrally located opening at the bottom.

However, when transporting, storing, and / or putting plants or mushrooms for sale in containers with open systems, the environment (baking, racking, ...) is contaminated by the release of moisture and / or growing medium. To minimize contamination of the environment during transportation, storage, and / or sale, in current systems, the container is wrapped and / or placed in a moisture-resistant wrapper (usually a bag). However, this extra manipulation results in more expensive packaging (more labor and extra material), longer processing (extra step is required to apply the cover) and, a higher chance of external contamination (due to extra step and the air layer between the holder and the cover. and lasting contact with the environment).

WO 2014/206870 discloses a mushroom holder for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling mushrooms commercially, comprising a base, intermediate and top part, the transparent top part comprising one or more perforations, the base part none, one or more perforations, when present, preferably include

BE2016 / 5951 at the bottom of the base section; and the intermediate part comprises none, one or more perforations, when absent in the intermediate part there are additional perforations at the base of the top part of the container, in which the perforations in the top part, intermediate part and / or base part contain the moisture content and CO ₂ content arrange the holder. WO 2014/206870 mainly considers the moisture regulation through air exchange, but not through drainage. According to WO 2014/206870, the perforations in the bottom of the base section are optional · if present, they are permanently open and evenly distributed over the bottom in the center of beam. The lip structure in the intermediate section and the part of the top section located at the level of the lip structure of the container forms a break-closure system which facilitates opening of the container. WO 2014/206870 does not refer to suspension systems in the intermediate section and / or sealed openings in the base section of the container. WO 2014/206870 only provides an opportunity to generate microsystems to increase the freshness of the mushrooms, but does not result in the effects obtained by the holder of the present invention.

SUMMARY

The current application describes a container for growing plants or mushrooms in which optimal growth of the plant or mushroom is possible, the container being further developed for easy manipulation (fast and cheap) of these during transport, storage, sale, and / or use, extra protected against external contamination, and, which is not polluting the environment (baking, racking ...). More specifically, the present application describes a container for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion characterized in that the bottom comprises one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings. This holder makes it possible to make the process between preparing the sell-to-sell container (usually consisting of the container with growing medium and plant or mushroom) and ultimately putting it for sale as short, efficient, cheap and clean as possible. to keep. If multiple openings are present, there may be a combination of both sealed break openings and sealed openings; preferably there is one type of opening per container. The shape of the sealed break opening is preferably such that the mold for producing the container with the sealed break opening can be easily derived from a mold now used to produce a container with a closed bottom in the base portion or from the mold which is now used to produce a container with a

BE2016 / 5951 underside of the base system containing open drainage hole (s). Thus, the container is preferably made with the tamper-evident break openings present in the bottom of the base portion.

In summary, the present invention provides a solution to the above problems by guaranteeing one or more of the following aspects: 1 / optimum freshness of plant or mushroom (plant or mushroom is kept metabolically active in optimal conditions), 2 / simple, fast and cheap transport, storage, sale and use of the container containing growing medium and plants or mushrooms (container as proposed by the invention eliminates further marketing: the use of additional external packaging becomes optional), 3 / use of container non-polluting for environment (baking, racking,. .. (due to the closed sealed (breaking) opening, no moisture or growth medium can leak)), 4 / limiting external contamination in container (due to the closed sealed breaking opening (s), the changing environments will have less influence on the plant or mushroom) , 5 / optimal growth of plant or mushroom (drainage possible after opening sealed (breaking) opening), 6 / drainage flexibility it: when growing in interior spaces or places where moisture is not desirable through the container, the sealed (breaking) opening can be retained; when growing in open spaces where the intensity of moisture is variable (e.g. outdoor growth during the presence or presence of downpours) or places where moisture is required by the container, the sealed (breaking) opening can be broken, 7 / simple, cheap and fast production of the sealed break opening in container (sealed break opening can be made after a simple change of container mold), 8 / biological growth of plant or mushroom (growth possible independent of external uncontrollable factors), and 9 / worldwide export of plant or mushroom (by maintain freshness for a long period of time). The growth of a plant or mushroom in a container as described according to the invention is non-existent. The inventors unexpectedly found that by using the container of the invention a high quality and constant high quality product can be obtained under better conditions.

Furthermore, in current cultivation processes, plants or mushrooms are grown in open ground (eg cultivation beds), or in standing or hanging containers (pot, basket, bag, ...). Growing in open ground makes it possible to grow plants or mushrooms on a large scale; various agricultural machines can be used for this. Growth in upright holders makes it easy to move a growing plant as desired; eg frost-resistant plants can easily be taken indoors to bridge the winter. The use of hanging holders makes it possible to save space or be used

BE2016 / 5951 for decorative reasons. Hanging holders also have the advantage that hanging or side-growing plants or mushrooms can grow more freely. When choosing an open system, both standing and hanging systems use containers in which one or more openings are present at the bottom. With multiple openings, they are evenly distributed on the bottom of the container; when one is present positioned in the center of the bottom. Both make it possible to allow drainage to run smoothly in the container. The term "evenly" includes proportional, regular, with the same ratio. The bottom can be flat with hanging holders; or other structure, e.g., have a bottle neck shaped end.

The current application describes a container for growing and / or storing plants or mushrooms in which optimum growth of the plant or mushroom is possible, whereby after irrigation of the plant or mushroom water and / or nutrients can be 'targeted retained', 'targeted regulated 'or' remain specifically controlled 'in a precise area of the container and the excess moisture can be drained in a targeted manner. The current application describes a container for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion, and an intermediate portion located at the top of the base portion of the container. The intermediate portion of the container includes a suspension system for suspending the container at an angle to the ground surface. The base portion of the container includes one or more drainage holes in the bottom half on the side of the hanging system, and no drainage holes in the other half of the bottom. In the presence of one drainage hole, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base section. The drainage is therefore uneven. This container also makes it possible to irrigate plants or mushrooms present in a hanging position without soiling and / or moistening the underlying materials, zones, containers, etc. The term "uneven" includes unequal, disproportionate, different, disproportionate, without the same proportion. The term "targeted" includes "controlled". For example, the term "targeted retention" includes "variable in function of time and metabolism," and the term "targeted drainage" includes "variable in function of underlying materials, zones, containers." The present invention for the first time describes a combination of "targeted moisture retention" with "targeted drainage". The term "targeted opening" or "targeted perforation" refers to the presence of the "opening" or "perforation" in a defined and controlled position. The desired moisture in the container can be retained to a specific height line depending on the angle of the

BE2016 / 5951 holder forms with the ground surface when hanging the holder and the position of the openings in the bottom of the base section. In the presence of an optimal moisture content present in the growing medium and / or overlying atmosphere, optimal growth of the plant or mushroom is ensured. The invention can be applied to all existing mushrooms, but also to various plant varieties. A cheaper and preferably fully organic product can be grown with increased production and increased quality. In summary, the present invention provides a solution to the above problems by guaranteeing one or more of the following aspects: 1 / optimal freshness of plant or mushroom (plant or mushroom is kept metabolically active in optimal conditions), 2 / optimal growth of plant or mushroom ( growing conditions can be adjusted according to the need of the plant or mushroom), 3 / space-saving and / or more decorative (holders can be arranged next to and / or under each other), Unobstructed growth of hanging or side-growing plants or mushrooms (important for long downward-growing plants or mushrooms), 5 / optimal moisture regulation through targeted drainage (retaining the desired amount of moisture and draining the excess moisture; the intensity of drainage can be regulated over time, for example depending on the moisture requirement of the plant or mushroom in a specific growth stage; this can be done by posi change of the container in a carrier system or by changing the number of opened sealed (breaking) openings), 6 / optimal drainage system (irrigation of plants or mushrooms present in a hanging position is possible without soiling the underlying materials, zones, containers and / or to be moistened), 7 / optimal growing conditions in hedge structures consisting of different holders (structure of hedge structures can be arranged according to the need of the plant or mushroom), and 8 / good temperature resistance of hanging structure (due to the presence of additional reinforcements). The growth of a plant or mushroom in a container as described according to the invention is non-existent. The inventors unexpectedly found that by using the container of the invention a high quality and constant high quality product can be obtained under better conditions.

Combinations of the properties of "the container with sealed (breaking) opening" and "the container with hanging system and directed drainage opening (s)" as described in the current application are possible; beneficial aspects of these can thus be further accumulated.

BE2016 / 5951

The invention includes a container for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion, characterized in that the bottom contains one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the sealed rupture opening includes a weakened zone surrounding a portion of the bottom of the base portion; wherein the thickness of the weakened zone is less than the thickness of the bottom of the base portion.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the sealed opening includes an opening shielded by a shield plate.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising an intermediate portion located at the top of the base portion of the container; preferably an intermediate portion located around the top of the base portion of the container; more preferably wherein the intermediate portion forms a protruding and / or overhanging edge relative to the base portion.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a transparent top portion comprising one or more perforations; wherein the circumference of the base portion of the container is smaller than the circumference of the top portion, between which the intermediate portion lies, and wherein the top portion is attached via the intermediate portion to the base portion by means of a click and / or rotation system; and wherein the intermediate portion comprises none, one or more perforations.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the click system has a protruding horizontal snap edge (s) on the inside of the top portion of the container, and a (preferably interrupted horizontal) snap edge on the outside of the intermediate portion of the holder.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the intermediate portion of the container includes a suspension system for suspending the container at an angle to the ground surface.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a holder as described above, in which the hanging system forms part of a protruding and / or overhanging part of the intermediate part.

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The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the hanging system is selected from the group consisting of a hanging rim, a hanging lip, a hanging loop, and a hanging recess.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the intermediate part comprises a reinforcement at the height of the hanging system.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the reinforcement in the intermediate section at the height of the suspension system consists of one or more suspension reinforcement ribs located on the intermediate section.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the bottom of the base portion contains one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings in half of the bottom on the hanging system side and does not contain a sealed break opening or sealed opening in the other half of the bottom, and in which, in the presence of one sealed break or opening, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the bottom of the base portion includes one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings in the bottom quadrant on the hanging system side, and no sealed break opening or sealed opening contained in the other bottom quadrants, and in which, in the presence of one sealed break or opening, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) are located in the middle of the half and / or on the periphery of the bottom at the height of the hanging system )(and).

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the base portion of the container includes one sealed break opening or sealed opening at the bottom.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein in suspension the angle between the bottom of the base portion and the ground surface is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 60 °, e.g.

BE2016 / 5951 at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 15 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 10 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 9 °, eg at least 5 and at most 8 °, eg at least 6 and at most 7 °.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a perennial plant or mushroom growing medium; preferably further comprising a solid plant or mushroom growth medium containing plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the size of the perforation in the top portion and / or intermediate portion can be adjusted, preferably by a rotary movement between the base portion and the top portion of the container, or, by intermediate piece present on top of the intermediate part which can completely or partially shield the perforations by rotation.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the shape of the opening and / or perforation is selected from the group consisting of a round shape, an oval shape, a line shape, a polygonal shape, a multiple shape, arbitrary or irregular shape, a square shape, a rectangular shape, a hexagonal shape, an octagonal shape, and, combinations thereof; preferably a round shape.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the size of the opening and / or perforation is at least 0.1 and at most 31 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 30 mm, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 29 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 28 mm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 27 mm, eg at least 0.6 and at most 26 mm, eg at least 0.7 and at most 25 mm, eg at least 0.8 and at most 24 mm, eg at least 0.9 and at most 23 mm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 22 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 21 mm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 20 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 19 mm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 18 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 17 mm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 16 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 15 mm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 14 mm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 13 mm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 12 mm; preferably 12 mm.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which, for growing mushrooms, the moisture content in the container is between

BE2016 / 5951 and 100%, preferably between 80 and 95%; more preferably between 90 and 95%; and; wherein the CO ₂ content in the container is between 300 and 5000 ppm, preferably between 1000 and 2000 ppm.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a logo and / or instructions for growing and / or storing plants or mushrooms on the base portion, optional intermediate portion and / or optional top portion of the container.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-growing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso , rade oak leaf lettuce, green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or beetroot leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, melissa, mint , oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold), and, beets for human consumption (more preferably chard, beetroot or yellow beet).

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the mushroom is selected from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, morel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella, trompette de la mort, tropical purse mushroom, scaly ink mushroom, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet leg; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus; more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the diameter of the bottom of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 28 cm , eg at least 4 and at most 27 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 26 cm, eg at least 6 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 7 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 8 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 9 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 21 cm, e.g.

BE2016 / 5951 at least 11 and at most 20 cm, eg at least 12 and at most 19 cm, eg at least 13 and at most 18 cm, eg at least 14 and at most 17 cm, eg at least 15 and at most 16 cm; preferably 15 cm and, wherein the outside diameter of the intermediate part of the container is at least 1 and at most 38 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 37 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 36 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 35 cm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 34 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 33 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 32 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 31 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 28 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 27 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 26 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 25 cm, e.g. at least 15 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 16 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 17 and at most 22 cm, eg at least 18 and at most 21 cm, eg at least 19 and at most 20 cm; preferably 19 cm.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the height of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 50 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 45 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 40 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 35 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 30 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 17 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 16 cm, eg at least 12 and at most 15 cm, eg at least 13 and at most 14 cm; preferably 13 cm, and in which the height of the intermediate part of the container is at least 0.4 and at most 10 cm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 9 cm, eg at least 0.6 and at most 8 cm, eg at least 0.7 and at most 7 cm, eg at least 0.8 and at most 6 cm, eg at least 0.9 and at most 5 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 4 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 3 cm; preferably 2 cm.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the container is made of plastic, plastic, paper, softboard, cardboard, wood, stone, or combinations thereof.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a support system for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms in a hedge shape, comprising one or more containers as described above.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a carrier system as described above, wherein the container (s) is carried (s) at an angle to the ground surface; in which the angle is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, eg at least 0.2 and

BE2016 / 5951 at most 60 °, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 15 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 10 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 9 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 8 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 7 °.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a support system as described above, wherein the composition of the support of the support system is selected from the group consisting of steel, plastic, wood, stone, or combinations thereof.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a support system as described above, in which the steel forms part of a composite material, preferably steel fiber concrete.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method of growing plants or mushrooms in a container as described above comprising the steps of:

a) filling the base portion of the container with perennial or mushroom growing medium; preferably solid plant or mushroom growing medium with plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies, and

b) growing the plants or mushrooms in the plant or mushroom growing medium and forming the plant or mushroom bodies in the container.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, further comprising the steps of:

- installing a transparent top section,

- breaking open the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) in the bottom of the base part of the container,

- attaching the holder by means of a hanging system of the holder to a carrier system,

- attaching several holders by means of a hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network, and / or

- optimizing the angle at which the holder hangs from the ground surface.

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The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above for the commercial growth, storage, transportation, and / or sale of plants or mushrooms, further comprising the steps of:

- storing the container,

- transporting the container to the sales area, and / or,

- selling the holder to an intermediary and / or consumer.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-growing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms.

The invention also includes in one embodiment a method as described above, in which the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso , red oak leaf lettuce, green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or beetroot leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, balm, mint , oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold) and, beets for human consumption (more preferably chard, beetroot or yellow beet); and, in which the mushroom is chosen from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, moriel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella , trumpet de la mort, tropical purse mushroom, scaly ink mushroom, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet foot; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus, more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the steps are performed automatically.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, the use of a container as described above, or a carrier system as described above, for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms.

DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

Figure 1 illustrates a front view (A) and side view (B) of a container according to one embodiment of the invention, with a hanging system (243) and protruding

BE2016 / 5951 horizontal click edges in the intermediate part (200) of the holder. Figure 1C illustrates a bottom / side view of the container according to one embodiment of the invention: openings in the bottom of the base portion (300) of the container are shown. An imaginary dividing line S located between half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system (a) and the other half (b) is visualized; M represents the center point, and, R is the radius of the bottom perpendicular to the dividing line and is present in half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system. The hanging system, the reinforcing ribs and perforations in the intermediate section are also visible. Figure 1D illustrates a bottom view of the container according to one embodiment of the invention, with a hanging system (right in outer circle), the edge reinforcement ribs (separating the mushroom-shaped perforations in the intermediate portion of the container), and the suspension reinforcement ribs (without perforations separated) in the intermediate section. In the proposed embodiment, three round clustered openings are provided in the bottom of the base portion of the container. An imaginary dividing line S between half of the bottom side of the hanging system (a) and the other half (b) is visualized. In the proposed embodiment of a container of the present invention, the distance between the center of the bottom of the base portion and the center of the opening at the periphery of the bottom at the height of the hanging system is 67.29 mm; in the corresponding injection mold (or mold) this distance is greater (68.5 mm). The difference in distance in the mold sizes and product sizes is caused by the shrink factor (in this case 1.8%); the molten plastic is injected into the mold under high temperature and pressure, rapidly cooled after the product has been formed. The content of the mold or mold is therefore always slightly larger than the holder itself. An overview of the reference numbers used is shown in Figure 7.

Figure 2 illustrates a side view of hanging containers according to possible embodiments of the invention, wherein the bottom of the base portion of the container has an angle (a) of 45 ° (A and B), 10 ° (C) and 60 ° (D), respectively, forms with the ground surface. The hatching line illustrates an imaginary line parallel to the ground surface; the dotted line indicates the height line of the retained moisture. In Figure 2A, the height line of 2B is projected at 2A (open arrow indicates the change of the height line caused by bearing, i.e. closer to the center, open drainage hole (s)). The shaded area for each proposed container represents the area in the container in which the moisture can be contained. The linear arrow indicates the direction

BE2016 / 5951 of the excess moisture drainage. Figure 2A illustrates the presence of drainage holes at different (with different distances from the center) positions in half of the bottom on the hanging system side; Figures 2B, 2C and 2D illustrate the presence of one opening (or possibly several openings present on an imaginary line parallel to the imaginary dividing line S) close to the height of the hanging system. The opening is presented here as a visible point on the representation of the container; in reality, the opening in this representation is invisible since it then coincides with the bottom of the base portion and shows no bulge with respect to it.

Figure 3 illustrates a bottom view of the base portion of containers according to possible embodiments of the invention. The "hatching line" or "dashed line" represents the imaginary dividing line (boundary or diameter line), S, between half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system and the other half of the bottom; the "thick line" the projection of the hanging system. In the bottom half of the base part of the holder on the side of the hanging system, the openings can appear randomly or (more or less) structured. For example: 1 / random (Figure 3A); 2 / structured on one or more imaginary line (s) on or parallel to the dividing line (Figure 3B); 3 / structured on one or more imaginary lines perpendicular to the dividing line (Figure 3D); 4 / structured on one or more beams (e.g. r1, r2, r3, Figure 3C); 5 / arbitrarily defined in a specific part on the basis of an imaginary line parallel to the dividing line S and intersecting on radius R located on the perimeter of the base section at the height of the hanging system; the further the parallel line from the center point, the smaller this area (see open arrow) (Figure 3E); 6 / arbitrarily defined in a specific part on the basis of two rays (for example r1 and r2) where the central point of the arc formed by both rays is at the height of the hanging system, the angle between both rays α can vary from 1 ° to 180 °. If α is 90 °, this is called a quadrant (Figure 3F); 7 / bundled or clustered in a specific area (s); preferably in the middle of the half; more preferably close to or on the perimeter of the bottom at the height of the hanging system (Figure 3G); or; 8 / as one opening, possibly in different positions, preferably in the middle of the half; more preferably close to or on the perimeter of the bottom at the height of the hanging system (Figure 3H).

Figure 4 illustrates a side view of 2 containers hanging one below the other according to possible embodiments of the invention, wherein the bottom side of the

BE2016 / 5951 base portion of the holder forms an angle (a) of 45 ^e (Figure 4A), 60 ° (Figure 4B) and 10 ° (Figure 4C), respectively, with the ground surface. The figure illustrates the presence of 3 possible openings at different (with different distances from the center) positions in the half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system: one near or at the center of the bottom, one in the middle of the radius R and one near or on the perimeter of the bottom at the height of the hanging system. The hatching line illustrates an imaginary line parallel to the ground surface; the dotted line indicates the height line of the retained moisture. The shaded area for each proposed container represents the area in the container in which the moisture can be contained. The linear arrow indicates the direction of excess moisture drainage. The dotted zone represents the area of the lower areas or surroundings that are wetted and / or soiled by the drained liquid. The short arrows on the bottom container (see Figures 4A and 4B) show the water flow on the containers below caused by the draining liquid flowing down. The opening is presented here as a visible point on the representation of the container; in reality, the opening in this representation is invisible since it then coincides with the bottom of the base portion and shows no bulge with respect to it.

Figure 5 illustrates a side and bottom view (A) of a container according to one of the embodiments of the invention with one opening (in particular with one sealed break opening) at the periphery of the bottom of the base portion of the container at the height of the hanging system . Figure 5B shows an enlargement of the sealed rupture opening seen at the bottom of the base portion. The center plate of the sealed rupture opening ((315) with a possible inscription "PUSH") is located in the two middle circles; where the inner circle represents the central portion of the center plate and the surrounding circle the boundary area or end of the center plate with curved edges (see also Figure 5C). The open zone (316) represents the "weakened zone" or "breaking zone"; the dotted zone is a portion of the bottom of the base portion lying around the break opening. The different curved parallel lines on the right of the figure represent the projections of the different areas on the outside of the bottom; a protruding or reinforcing edge at the bottom (perimeter) of the base portion is also shown (see (318) Figure 5C). Figure 5C illustrates the section through the sealed break opening at the position indicated by the arrows in Figure 5B. Projections of specific

BE2016 / 5951 areas of Figure 5B are presented. Possible dimensions are indicated in millimeters and degrees.

Figure 6 illustrates a side and bottom view (A) of a container according to one of the embodiments of the invention with one opening (in particular with one sealed break opening) at the periphery of the bottom of the base portion of the container at the height of the hanging system (presented here as a hanging lip). The arrow and linear representation on the bottom of the base section refer to possible inscriptions on the container such as 'registered design' (line) and 'recycling code (code 05 in a triangle)' (arrow). Figure 6B shows an enlargement of the sealed rupture opening and the intermediate portion with the hanging system seen at the bottom of the base portion of the container. Mushroom-shaped perforations present in the intermediate section are partly visible. The left multiple line pattern (*) represents the projections of different regions around the bottom of the container; the middle multiple line pattern (**) the projections of different circumferential areas on the inside of the intermediate part of the container, and the outer multiple line pattern (***) the projections of different circumferential areas on the outside of the intermediate part of the holder (an indentation or narrowing is noticeable due to the presence of a hanging system). The half open outer circle on the right represents the bottom edge of the outside of the intermediate section and the hanging system of the container. The fine transverse structures between the interior (located in line with the exterior of the base section) and the edge of the intermediate section represent the edge reinforcing ribs (2X); the thicker and shorter transverse structures the suspension bracing ribs (2X) located between the interior of the intermediate section (located in line with the outside of the base section) and the interior of the suspension system (located here at the narrowing of the edge of the intermediate section) . Figure 6C depicts a longitudinal section located transverse to the hanger bracing ribs (represented as F-F in Figure 6B). The eye-shaped symbol F-F indicates the direction of the field of view. The shaded area indicates the intersection formed by the cross-section. The edge reinforcing ribs here are U-shaped and extend less far into the outside of the intermediate section than the hanging reinforcing ribs. Behind structures, such as the hanging lip (243), the outer edge or lower support edge (232) of the intermediate section on which an upper section can be placed, and the upper outer support edge of the intermediate section (231) are also shown. Possible dimensions in millimeters and degrees, and positions of the bracing ribs are stated. Figure 6D shows a longitudinal view

BE2016 / 5951 section in the intermediate section at the height of one of the suspension reinforcing ribs (244) containing an external (242) and internal (241) part of the suspension structure (240) (represented as E-E in Figure 6B). The eye-shaped symbol E-E indicates the direction of the field of view. The shaded area indicates the intersection formed by the cross-section. Deeper structures of intermediate section, hanging lip and base section are also shown; here also the edges on the outside of the intermediate section on which an upper section can rest are clearly visible ((231) and (232)). Examples of distances in millimeters from the bracing ribs are listed. Figure 6D shows a preferred form of a container of the invention in which the suspension reinforcing rib extends into the edge and end of the external portion of the suspension system (suspension lip).

Figure 7 illustrates a front view of a snap system container according to one embodiment of the invention for growing up mushrooms. As mentioned earlier, the holder (with further adjustments) can be used to grow plants. The reference numbers refer to the following stated parts of the container; reference to other figures are indicated:

100 top section

101 top of the top section

102 bottom of the top section

103 inside of top section

110 perforation at the top of the upper part

111 perforation at the bottom of the top part

112 airflow

120 vertical support reinforcement ribs

130 protruding horizontal click edge

140 position manual and / or logo

200 intermediate section

201 interior of intermediate section in line with the exterior of the base section

202 inside of intermediate section on the edge of

300 - basic part

301 bottom of the base section

310 opening in base section or drainage opening

311 bottom half of base section a and b (Figure 1D)

312 Divider S (Figure 1D)

313 Center M (Figure 1C and 1D)

314 steel r / R (Figure 1C, 3C and 3E)

315 center plate (Figure 5B)

316 breaking zone (Figure 5B)

317 drainage flow

318 reinforcement edge (Figure 5C)

320 exterior of the base section

321 position manual and / or logo

330 inside of the base section

331 stacking cams

332 mushroom growing medium

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333 mushroom growth layer

334 compost layer

335 mycelium seed

336 fruiting body the intermediate section

203 spacer

210 perforation in intermediate section 220 edge reinforcement rib (U-shaped)

230 protruding (interrupted) click edge

231 top support edge (see Figure 6D)

232 bottom support edge

240 hanging structure (see Figure 6D)

241 internal part of suspension structure (see Figure 6D)

242 external part of suspension structure (see Figure 6D)

243 hanging system (see Figure 6C)

244 suspension bracing rib (see Figure 6C and 6D)

Figure 8 illustrates a side / front view of a support system for growing, storing, and / or selling plants in a hedge shape, including containers of an embodiment as described in the present application. The simultaneous growth of various vegetables and herbs are illustrated here.

The values shown in Figures 1D, 5C, 6C and 6D can be used as reference for other structures of the same figures, allowing the values of these structures to be derived.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

As further used in this text, the singular forms “a”, “the”, “it” include both the singular and the plural forms unless the context is clearly different.

The terms "include", "include as used herein, are synonymous with" include "," include "or" contain, "include" and include or include and exclude additional, unnamed members, elements or method steps. The terms "include", "include" include the terms "include", "refers to", "one means", and vice versa.

The enumeration of numerical values by numerical ranges includes all values and fractions in these ranges, as well as the quoted endpoints. Declared values also include comma values such as: x.1, x.2, x.3, x.4, x.5, x.6, x.7, x.8, x.9, x.x1, x.x2, x.x3, x.x4, x.x5, x.x6, x.x7, x.x8, x.x9, x.x1, x.xx2, x.xx3, x.xx4, x. xx5, x.xxö, x.xx7, x.xx8, x.xx9. The term measurable values refers to a measurable value such as a parameter, an amount, and so on, is intended to include variations of +/- 10% or less, at

BE2016 / 5951 preferred +/- 5% or less, more preferably +/- 1% or less, and more preferably +/- 0.1% or less, from and from the specified value, as far as the variations apply are to function in the disclosed invention. The symbols <and> refer to "less than or equal to" and "greater or equal to", respectively.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms disclosed in the invention, including technical and scientific terms, have the meaning commonly understood by a person skilled in the art. As further guidance, definitions are included for further explanation of terms used in the description of the invention. Figure 7 schematically illustrates a possible embodiment of the invention for growing mushrooms with reference to the most frequently used terms; the described embodiment can also be used for growing plants.

The invention includes a container for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion, characterized in that the bottom contains one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings. The term "sealed break opening", "push opening" or "push opening" refers to an opening that can be controlled after production of the container by "pushing" or "breaking" a selective zone of the container. The shape and size of the opening formed is determined by the position of weakened zones (or breaking zones) in the container. Notwithstanding in the present description, the term "opening" is preferentially used to refer to a "drainage hole" in the base portion, the term "perforation" in this section may be interpreted as a "drainage hole" or "drainage perforation." The term "sealed opening" refers to an opening that is shielded by a shielding plate. Immediately after production of the container, this opening is typically opine, but can be closed at a later stage resulting in the formation of a sealed opening. The shield plate is preferably slightly larger than the perimeter of the opening, but may be the same size or even larger than the area of the bottom of the base portion and bridge one or more openings. This "shielding plate" or "shielding plate" can be "removed" during use of the container of the present invention by removing it. This shielding plate can be, for example, a clickable button or an adhesive strip.

A sealed break opening is preferably introduced during the production of the container at the bottom of the base portion. For example, the material of the container as a liquid component can be injected into a mold that changes the shape and size of the container and the positions, size and shape of all possible elements thereon

BE2016 / 5951 or determine (for example, (break) openings; inscriptions (in-mold labeling (IML)), reinforcements, ...). Figure 6A shows the position of the die nozzle hole (see center of bottom). On the other hand, the sealed break openings and / or inscriptions can be made at a later step in production; for example by burning, removing or melting the material with the help of a molding or brew. Other production methods for making the container of the present invention are possible. Which method is used depends on the type of material from which the container is made. Depending on the material used, the person skilled in the art can determine himself which production method will preferably be used. In the presence of an opening at or near the perimeter of the bottom of the base portion, it will normally not be exactly on the perimeter itself, due to production requirements of the container and the respective openings.

The holder can contain one or more sealed (break) openings. If multiple (break) openings are present, they may allow the user of the container to vary the number of "opened" openings, and "closed" or "sealed" openings in the container. A choice of the number of openings formed can be made depending, for example, on the general specific moisture needs of a specific plant or mushroom. The number can also vary over time if, for example, the moisture requirement varies over time. The sealed (breaking) openings therefore enable the user to regulate the "moisture content" and / or the "drainage flow" of the container. The term "drainage flow" (or "drainage") refers to the intensity and / or position of the drainage in the container. For example, the sealed (breaking) opening can remain closed when the container is being traded (transported, put on sale, etc.) and / or when the mushrooms or plants are growing in an environment where moisture is not required by the container ( for example, growth in an indoor space or on a table) but can be opened if moisture is allowed (for example, in the presence of a tray or plate) or is desirable (for example, when growing in an outdoor environment with the possibility of excessive rainfall and / or too high moisture retention is catastrophic for the growth). The container of the present invention thus offers the possibility to quickly and efficiently change the moisture storage and / or drainage capacity of a container. Therefore, the same holders can be used for growing up various plants and mushrooms. Open drainage openings and sealed (breaking) openings can occur together on the container; the relationship between the two depends on the needs of the plant or mushroom to be grown. The center plate of the break opening or the shield plate can be a

BE2016 / 5951 include additional inscription or engraved text; for example, referring to the action to be taken to break the opening seal. This inscription or engraved text may, for example, be "PUSH" (see Figure 5B). This inscription may protrude or be located deeper in relation to the adjacent surface. Inscriptions may also be present at other positions of the holder (for example, arrow and line representation on bottom of base section; referring to 'registered design' (line) and the 'recycling logo' (Arrow) (Figure 6A)).

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the sealed rupture opening includes a weakened zone surrounding a portion of the bottom of the base portion; wherein the thickness of the weakened zone is less than the thickness of the bottom of the base portion. When pushing the sealed break opening, an opening can be formed. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the width of the attenuated zone can vary between 3 and 0.01 mm; for example (eg) at least 0.01 and at most 3.0 mm, eg at least 0.02 and at most 2.9 mm, eg at least 0.05 and at most 2.8 mm, eg at least 0.10 and at most 2.7 mm, eg at least 0.15 and at most 2.6 mm, eg. at least 0.20 and at most 2.5 mm, e.g. at least 0.25 and at most 2.4 mm, e.g. at least 0.30 and at most 2.3 mm, e.g. at least 0.35 and at most

2.2 mm, e.g. at least 0.40 and at most 2.1 mm, e.g. at least 0.45 and at most 2.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.50 and at most 1.9 mm, e.g. at least 0.55 and at most 1.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.60 and at most 1.7 mm, e.g. at least 0.61 and at most 1.6 mm, e.g. at least 0.62 and at most 1.5 mm, e.g. at least 0.63 and at most 1.4 mm, e.g. at least 0.64 and at most

1.3 mm, eg at least 0.65 and at most 1.2 mm, eg at least 0.66 and at most 1.0 mm, eg at least 0.67 and at most 0.9 mm, eg at least 0.68 and at most 0.8 mm, eg at least 0.69 and at most 0.70 mm; preferably 0.70 mm. In the enclosed figure, this width is 0.74 mm (Figure 5C). The thickness of the weakened zone can vary between 0.1 and 0.01 mm, e.g. at least 0.01 and at most 0.1 mm, e.g. at least 0.02 and at most 0.09 mm, e.g. at least 0.03 and at most 0.08 mm, e.g. at least 0.04 and at most 0.07 mm, eg at least 0.05 and at most 0.06 mm; preferably 0.05 mm In the enclosed figure, this thickness is 0.05 mm (Figure 5C). The thickness of the bottom of the base part (or bottom of the holder) can vary between 3 and 0.1 mm; e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 3.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 2.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 2.6 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 2.4 mm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 2.2 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 2.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 1.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 1.6 mm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 1.4 mm, e.g.

BE2016 / 5951 at least 1.0 and at most 1.2 mm; preferably 1.0 mm. The ratio between the thickness of the bottom of the base portion and the thickness of the weakened zone can vary between 300 and

1.5 times (X); e.g. at least 1.5 and at most 300X, e.g. at least 2 and at most 275X, e.g. at least 4 and at most 250X, e.g. at least 6 and at most 225X, e.g. at least 8 and at most 200X, e.g. at least 10 and at most 175X, e.g. at least 12 and at most 150X, e.g. at least 14 and at most 125X, e.g. at least 16 and at most 100X, e.g. at least 18 and at most 75X, e.g. at least 20 and at most 50X; preferably 20X. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the edges of the opening can be straight and preferably form an angle with the straight perpendicular to the bottom of the base portion, in which the angle can vary between 40 and 2 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 38 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 36 °, e.g. at least 8 and at most 34 °, e.g. at least 10 and at most 32 °, e.g. at least 12 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 14 and at most 28 °, e.g. at least 15 and at most 26 °, e.g. at least 16 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 17 and at most 24 °, e.g. at least 18 and at most 23 °, e.g. at least 19 and at most 22 °, eg at least 20 and at most 21 °; preferably 20 °. In the enclosed figure, this angle is 20 ° (Figure 5C). The edges of the center plate of the sealed rupture opening are preferably curved and preferably form an angle with the straight perpendicular to the bottom of the base portion, in which the angle can vary between 40 and 2 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 38 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 36 °, e.g. at least 8 and at most 34 °, e.g. at least 10 and at most 32 °, e.g. at least 12 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 14 and at most 28 °, e.g. at least 15 and at most 26 °, e.g. at least 16 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 17 and at most 24 °, e.g. at least 18 and at most 23 °, e.g. at least 19 and at most 22 °, e.g. at least 20 and at most 21 °; preferably 20 °; the radius of an imaginary circle formed by the curvature of these edges can vary between 2 and 0.1 mm; e.g. at least 0.10 and at most 2.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.15 and at most 1.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.20 and at most 1.6 mm, e.g. at least 0.25 and at most 1.4 mm, e.g. at least 0.30 and at most 1.2 mm, e.g. at least 0.35 and at most 1.0 mm, eg at least 0.40 and at most 0.8 mm, eg at least 0.45 and at most 0.7 mm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 0.6 mm; preferably 0.5 mm. In the enclosed figure, this radius is 0.5 mm (Figure 5C). As indicated above, the indicated numerical values may vary. The weakened zone composition is usually the same as that of the material making up the base portion of the container; however, this can also differ. Preferably, the weakened zone composition consists of a flexible

BE2016 / 5951 material; selected, for example, from the group of plastics, plastics (e.g. polypropylene or polyethylene), paper, softboard, cardboard. Solider materials can also be used since when present in a fine zone they can also be broken in a simple way (for example by pushing). According to the invention, the position of the weakened zone relative to the bottom of the base portion can also vary. Specifically, it may be at the inner surface of the bottom, at the outer surface of the bottom, or in between. Preferably, the weakened zone is at the inner surface of the bottom, or between the inner and outer surface of the bottom. For example, when viewing a (filled) container, for example, the user can easily see where the sealed break opening (s) are located to break (open) the sealed (break) opening in the correct position. The proposed roundings and surfaces in the figures are preferred shapes and have product, production technical and possible aesthetic reasons. Alternatively, the container may contain sealed opening (s) at the bottom of the base portion. The terni "sealed opening" refers to an opening shielded by a shielding plate; this term has already been discussed in detail above.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising an intermediate portion located at the top of the base portion of the container; preferably an intermediate portion located around the top of the base portion of the container, more preferably wherein the intermediate portion forms a protruding and / or overhanging edge relative to the base portion. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the intermediate portion of the container includes a suspension system for suspending the container at an angle to the ground surface. The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a holder as described above, in which the hanging system forms part of a protruding and / or overhanging part of the intermediate part. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the bottom of the base portion contains one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings in half of the bottom on the hanging system side and does not contain a sealed break opening or sealed opening in the other half of the bottom, and in which, in the presence of one sealed break or opening, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion.

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The invention also includes a container for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion, and an intermediate portion located at the top of the base portion of the container; characterized in that the intermediate portion of the container includes a suspension system for suspending the container at an angle to the ground surface; characterized in that the base portion of the container at the bottom has one or more drainage holes in one half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system, and does not have a drainage hole in the other half of the bottom, and wherein in the presence of one drainage hole does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base section. This holder is shown in Figure 1.

The term "container" also includes the terms "box", "container", "pot", "cultivation cell", "greenhouse" and "basket". According to the invention, the container can be filled with a limited amount of plant or mushroom growing medium, by a limited amount is meant an amount ranging between 0.10 and 5 kilograms (kg) of medium; e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 5.0 kg, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 4.5 kg, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 4.0 kg, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 3.5 kg, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 3.0 kg, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 2.5 kg, eg at least 0.7 and at most 2.0 kg, eg at least 0.8 and at most 1.75 kg, eg at least 0.9 and at most 1.5 kg, eg at least 1.0 and at most 1.25 kg,); preferably 1, 1.25 or 1.5 kilograms of medium. The size of the container can be adjusted according to the needs of the plant; options related to size and shape are discussed below. Regarding plant growth, the invention is more directed to growing plants that have rather limited root outgrowth and whose plant body is small to medium in size. By "medium-sized, large body" is meant a plant body that grows up to 1 meter high, preferably up to 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 or 100 cm high. By "limited root growth" is meant a growth of a plant whose root can easily expand in a container as described herein without experiencing any limitation in growth. Plants that grow into large shrubs or trees are not or less eligible for this. Growth of shoots, miniaturized versions or bonsai forms is possible. The skilled person can easily determine whether a plant can grow in a container and how large the container must be.

The term "growth" refers to "high metabolically active," development "," getting bigger ";

referring to the presence of rapidly dividing cells. The term Store or Storage includes "stocking" or "keeping in stock." During storage, the plants or mushrooms

BE2016 / 5951 usually kept low metabolically active; this term refers to the presence of slow dividing and / or resting cells.

So far, some 3,000 mushroom species have been identified, but the total number of existing species is unknown. The invention describes a container that can be used for the growth of any type of mushroom; for example, for the growth of edible, non-edible, dusting, platelet or tubular fungi. For example, inedible mushrooms can be used in medicine in low doses. The number of existing plant species is also not yet known. The invention describes a container which can preferably be used for the growth of any type of plant; for example for growing edible and non-edible plants, medicinal and ornamental plants; indoor, garden, pot and cutting plants; herbaceous and woody plants; monoecious and dioecious plants, hetero (depending on other organisms) and autotrophic (independent of other organisms) plants, monocots and dicotyledons, covered gymnosperms; one-, two-, perennial and perennial plants; mosses, ponytails, ferns, and seed plants. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-growing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the mushroom is selected from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, morel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella, trompette de la mort, tropical purse mushroom, scaly ink mushroom, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet foot; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus; more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso , red oak leaf lettuce, green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or beetroot leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, balm, mint , oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold), and beets for human consumption (more preferably chard, beetroot or yellow beet).

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If a hanging system is present, the bottom of the base part of the holder can be divided into 3 specific areas: 1 / half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system, a, 2 / the dividing line S, and, 3 / the other half of the bottom, b (see Figure 1C). The dividing line S thus divides both halves and lies at the center, M, of the bottom and is perpendicular to the radius of the bottom, R, positioned in the center of the projection (or at the height) of the hanging system at the bottom view of the holder. The other half of the bottom does not intersect this radius R.

The number of openings in the base section can vary and determines the drainage capacity of the container and the moisture content in the growing medium. According to the invention, the number of openings in the bottom of the base portion can vary between 1 and 50, preferably between 1 and 30; eg at least 1 and at most 30 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 25 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 20 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 15 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 10 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 9 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 8 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 7 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 6 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 5 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 4 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 3 openings; eg at least 1 and at most 2 openings; more preferably 1, 2 or 3 openings. In the presence of a hanging system in the holder, these openings preferably occur in half of the bottom of the base part on the side of the hanging system. In the concept of the invention in which a hanging system is present, the base part of the holder at the bottom has one or more openings in one half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system, and no opening in the other half of the holder. bottom. In the presence of one opening it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion of the container, in the presence of multiple openings one of the openings may coincide with these. In the presence of multiple openings, one or more of the openings may coincide with the dividing line, but always combined with the absence of openings in half of the bottom on the opposite side of the hanging system. The openings can be arbitrary or structured; these positions are discussed in detail in Figure 3 and associated legend. For example, the openings may be positioned in specific parts defined by imaginary lines parallel to the dividing line S from the bottom (Figure 3E). According to the invention, these lines may be at or further than> 1/2,> 1/3,> 2/3> 1/4,> 3/4,> 1/5,> 2/5,> 3/5, > 4/5,> 1/6,> 5/6,> 1/7> 2/7> 3/7> 4/7> 5/7> 6/7> 1/8> 3/8> 5 / 8> 7/8> 1/9,> 2/9> 4/9> 5/9> 6/9

BE2016 / 5951> 7/9> 8/9 etc. of the radius R (formed by the center of the bottom of the container and the point on the circumference of the bottom at the height of the hanging system) starting from M. On the other hand, the openings also be present in part of half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system defined by the angle formed by 2 rays two rays with the central point of the arc formed being central to the hanging system (Figure 3F). According to the present invention, this angle can be <180, <170, <160, <150, <140, <130, <120, <110, <100, <90 (quadrant), <80, <70, <60, < 55, <50, <45, <40, <35, <30, <25, <20, <15, <10, <5, <4, <3, <2 and <1 °. Discussed positions can be combined. Thus, the invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the base portion of the container at the bottom includes one or more drainage holes, sealed break openings, or sealed openings in the bottom quadrant on the hanging system side, and / or does not contain a drainage hole, sealed break opening or sealed opening in the other bottom quadrants. The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the drainage opening (s), sealed breaking opening (s) or sealed opening (s) are located in the middle of the half and / or on the circumference of the bottom at the height of the hanging system (s). The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the base portion of the container at the bottom includes one drainage opening, sealed break opening, or sealed opening. If only one opening is present, it can be in different positions, preferably close to or on the perimeter of the bottom at the height of the hanging system (Figure 3H). In this (preferential) position, drainage can take place during suspension, provided there is minimal soiling and / or wetting of the underlying materials, zones and / or containers. Figure 4 illustrates the consequences of the position of the opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container according to possible embodiments of the invention. Optimal drainage takes place with minimal contamination and / or wetting of the underlying materials, zones, and / or containers. The position of the opening (s) determines to what height of the base portion moisture can be accumulated in the container, but also affects the degree of soiling of underlying zones, areas, and / or underlying containers. The closer to the center, the less moisture can be accumulated but the more soiling of underlying areas; the closer to the perimeter of the bottom (& closer to the hanging system), the more moisture can be accumulated and the less soiling of the underlying areas. In addition, the more and / or larger the opening (s)

BE2016 / 5951 the same height, the faster the moisture can be removed or drained at that height.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein in suspension the angle between the bottom of the base portion and the ground surface is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 60 °, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 15 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 10 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 9 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 8 °, eg at least 6 and at most 7 °. How large the angle should be depends on the situation and the growing needs of the mushroom or plant or the moment. The greater the angle, the closer the containers can be brought together (lateral or horizontal growth can be stimulated) and the more moisture will be retained. Figure 4 also illustrates the effects of the angle at which holders can be hung according to possible embodiments of the invention. For some setups, not only the underlying containers are soiled, but also plants or mushrooms grown in them. Moistening these can damage the plant or mushroom.

If an upper portion is applied to the container of the present invention, the humidity will be higher, resulting in a lower need for moisture retention in the base portion of the container itself. The skilled person can determine how large this angle should be based on the growing needs of the plant or mushroom.

The position of the drainage openings, the angle at which the container is located and / or the presence or absence of an upper part thus influence the moisture regulation; the first two factors are usually important for plants, the three factors for mushrooms.

As discussed previously, the intermediate portion may be around the top of the base portion of the container, preferably the intermediate portion forms a protruding and / or overhanging edge relative to the base portion and preferably the suspension system forms part of the protruding and / or overhanging portion . Enclosed Figures illustrate a container in which the base portion overflows the entire top circumference into the intermediate portion which in turn comprises a suspension system through a portion of an overhanging rim. According to the present invention, the overhanging or protruding rim may be complete or located only at certain positions on the top circumference of the base portion; it

BE2016 / 5951 hanging system can be part of an intermediate part or correspond to the intermediate part. On the other hand, the intermediate section can be so minimalistic that the hanging section can be seen as an extension of the top of the base section.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the hanging system is selected from the group consisting of a hanging rim, a hanging lip, a hanging loop, and a hanging recess. The term "hanging rim" refers to a rim, usually larger than a hanging lip, loop or recess, present in the intermediate section that allows suspension of the container. The terms 'hanging lip' and 'hanging loop' include a more lip or loop structure, the term 'hanging recess' ('hanging opening', 'hanging hole', or 'hanging perforation') refers to a limited open area in the intermediate section that can be used to to hang the holder. The hanging system can also be independent of specific hanging shapes, but use a hanging aid, for instance a cord, in which the opening (s) is located at the higher part of the bottom relative to the ground surface (s).

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the drainage opening (s) is (are) sealed breaking opening (s) and / or sealed opening (s). The terms "sealed opening (s)" and "sealed opening (s)" have already been discussed above.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the shape of the opening and / or perforation is selected from the group consisting of a round shape, an oval shape, a line shape, a polygonal shape, a multiple, random or irregular shape, a square shape, a rectangular shape, a hexagonal shape, an octagonal shape, and, combinations thereof; preferably a round shape. When breaking the seal, sufficient moisture can be drained; when the openings in the base portion of the container are sealed, little or no moisture will be released. These functions are therefore not limited by the present form.

Furthermore, according to the invention, the size of the opening and / or perforation can vary between> 0.1 mm and <30 mm, preferably between 5 5 mm and s 25 mm, more preferably 12 mm. According to the invention, this opening can be at least 0.1 and at most 31 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 30 mm, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 29 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 28 mm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 27 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 26 mm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 25 mm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 24 mm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 23 mm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 22 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 21

BE2016 / 5951 mm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 20 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 19 mm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 18 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 17 mm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 16 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 15 mm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 14 mm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 13 mm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 12 mm; preferably 12 mm or combinations thereof. The size and / or numbers of the openings can also be adjusted depending on the size of the container. The larger the area of the container, the larger and / or higher numbers can be applied in specific parts or areas thereof. The larger the sealed break opening, sealed opening or opening and / or numbers in the bottom of the container, the faster the drainage takes place, but the greater the chance of contamination. Thus, balance between the two must be respected and can be easily determined by those skilled in the art. In enclosed figure, the size of the sealed break opening in diameter is 11.79 mm (Figure 5C).

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which the intermediate part comprises a reinforcement at the height of the hanging system. This reinforcement may consist of one or more 'hanging reinforcing ribs', 'hanging support ribs' or 'hanging cams', the purpose of which is to reinforce the hanging system in the intermediate part of the holder, making it possible to use the holder of the present invention for a long period of time. to attach to a carrier system without cracks or deformations being formed in the container, resulting in weakening of the suspension system and / or breakdown of the carrier system container. The term "hanging structure" refers to the combination of "hanging reinforcement rib (s)" with a "hanging system". Based on the proposed concept and depending on the plant or mushroom to be grown, and the weight, size and material type of the filled container, the skilled person can adjust the reinforcement. For example, the number, size and shape of the bracing ribs can be adjusted. The reinforcement also makes the holder more resistant to temperature; suspension of containers without this reinforcement on a wall can result in weakening, bending or even breaking off of the hanging system (reflecting the sun on the container can cause the temperature to rise locally to 30 °, even to 50 ° Celsius). According to the present invention, the suspension structure (240) may include an internal (241) and an external (242) portion; comprising a hanging system (243) with preferably hanging reinforcing rib (s) (244) (see, for example, Figure 6D).

According to the present invention, in a possible or preferential embodiment, the reinforcement in the intermediate section at the height of the hanging system can comprise one or more

BE2016 / 5951 include bracing ribs located at the spacer. These suspension bracing ribs may be located on the inside of the intermediate section, extending from the outside of the base section to the edge of the intermediate section. Preferably, these suspension reinforcing ribs are U-shaped and / or plate-shaped starting from the intermediate part of the intermediate part to the bottom of the protruding part of the intermediate part (see for instance Figure 6D); short structures are also possible. The number of suspension reinforcement ribs in the container can vary between 1 and 50, eg at least 1 and at most 50 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 40 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 30 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 20 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 10 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 9 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 8 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 7 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 6 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 5 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 4 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 3 ribs; eg at least 1 and at most 2 ribs; preferably 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 ribs. The thickness (or width) of the hanging bracing ribs can vary between 0.01 and 100 mm or more; the maximum thickness corresponding to the width of the hanging system or overlapping in the edge reinforcing ribs adjoining the hanging system. With the latter, there will therefore only be one hanging bracing rib and can be equated with a large number of hanging bracing ribs that are positioned close to each other. The thickness of the bracing ribs can be e.g. at least 0.01 and at most 100 mm, e.g. at least 0.02 and at most 90 mm, e.g. at least 0.03 and at most 80 mm, e.g. at least 0.04 and at most 70 mm, e.g. at least 0.05 and at most 60 mm, eg at least 0.06 and at most 50 mm, eg at least 0.07 and at most 40 mm, eg at least 0.08 and at most 30 mm, eg at least 0.09 and at most 20 mm, eg at least 0.1 and at most 10 mm, eg at least 0.2 and at most 5 mm, eg at least 0.3 and at most 2 mm, eg at least 0.4 and at most 1 mm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 0.8 mm, eg at least 0.6 and at most 0.7 mm. Figure 6 represents the presence of two suspension bracing ribs. Preferably at the base at the height of the intermediate piece the suspension reinforcing ribs are wider (or thicker) than the edge reinforcing ribs (see Figure 6C). The intermediate section (or intermediate section) may have a narrowing at the height of the hanging system; making the reinforcement ribs shorter than the edge reinforcement ribs. Due to this narrowing, it is possible, when combined with an upper part, to continue to use the hanging system as an opening lip which forms part of a closure system which facilitates removal of the upper part of the container. In a preferred embodiment of the container of the present invention

BE2016 / 5951, the reinforcement ribs extend further than the edge reinforcement ribs; preferably up to the bottom of the protruding (or outer) portion of the intermediate portion; more preferably to the extreme part of the hanging system. The distance between the suspension reinforcement ribs can vary between 1 mm and the width of the suspension system. For example, that distance can vary between 1 and 100 mm or more. The distance can be e.g. at least 1 and at most 100 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 80 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 60 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 40 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 20 mm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 19 mm, eg at least 11 and at most 18 mm, eg at least 12 and at most 17 mm, eg at least 13 and at most 16 mm, eg at least 14 and at most 15 mm. The angle between the different ribs can vary between 1 and 45 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 7 and at most 18 °, e.g. at least 8 and at most 17 °, e.g. at least 9 and at most 16 °, e.g. at least 10 and at most 15 °, eg at least 11 and at most 14 °, eg at least 12 and at most 13 °, preferably 12 °, depending on the width of the hanging system and the number of hanging reinforcement ribs present. Preferably, the suspension stiffening ribs have a triangular shape, the base located at the intermediate part of the intermediate part being wider than at the (almost) point end at the level of the external part of the hanging system (see for instance Figure 6C). In the center of the external part of the hanging system, the width of the hanging reinforcing ribs is preferably 0.7 mm (Figure 6C, section F-F); other examples of widths or variations thereof have been mentioned above. The long sides of the triangle can form an angle, preferably varying between 10 and 0.2 °; e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 10 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 9 °, e.g. at least 0.75 and at most 8 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 7 °, e.g. at least 1.25 and at most 6 °, e.g. at least 1.50 and at most 5 °, eg at least 1.75 and at most 4 °, eg at least 2.0 and at most 3 °; preferably 2 ° (Figure 6C). These long sides merge into the intermediate piece of the intermediate section under a possible curvature whose imaginary circle has a radius varying between 4 and 0.01 mm, e.g. at least 0.01 and at most 4 mm, e.g. at least 0.02 and at most 3 mm, e.g. at least 0.03 and at most 2 mm, e.g. at least 0.04 and at most 1 mm, e.g. at least 0.05 and at most 0.9 mm, e.g. at least 0.06 and at most 0.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.07 and at most, 0.7 mm e.g. at least 0.08 and at most 0.6 mm, eg at least 0.09 and at most 0.5 mm, eg at least 0.1 and at most 0.4 mm, eg at least 0.2 and at most 0.3 mm; preferably 0.2 mm (see Figure 6C). In an embodiment of the container of the invention, the

BE2016 / 5951 bracing ribs through in the extension of the base part on the one hand, and in the external part of the hanging system on the other hand, so beyond the intermediate part (Figure 6D, section E-E). The triangular shape gives the most support and therefore preferential. The shape of the rib is not important in the presence of one wide suspension bracing rib. The total height of the bracing ribs can vary between 10 and 0.1 cm, e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 10 cm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 9 cm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 8 cm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 7 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 6 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 5 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 4 cm, preferably 3 cm. Of that total height, a section is located in the intermediate section (varying between 0.1 and 10 cm, e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 10 cm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 9 cm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 8 cm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 7 cm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 6 cm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 5 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 4 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 3 cm; preferably 2 cm) and a part in the visible hanging part (varying between 0.1 and 10 cm, eg at least 0.1 and at most 10 cm, eg at least 0.3 and at most 9 cm, eg at least 0.4 and at most 8 cm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 7 cm, eg at least 0.6 and at most 6 cm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 5 cm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 4 cm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 3 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 2 cm; preferably 1 cm (Figure 6D) ). In a possible embodiment of the invention, the suspension bracing rib has a height of 20.5 mm in the intermediate section (or internal section of the suspension structure) and 10 mm in the visible suspension section (or external section of the suspension structure) (Figure 6D).

The composition of the hanging structure is preferably the same as that of the intermediate part of the container; the entire structure can thus be produced at the same time. In the intermediate section, the reinforcement ribs can thus be distinguished from the edge reinforcement ribs on the basis of their shape (triangular or straight in longitudinal section), thickness (or width), length (or height), and / or their position in the holder. According to the present invention, the position in the hanging portion relative to the edge portion is the distinguishing factor for both species and the shape, thickness and length may be different or equal for both species.

Reinforcing ribs that are not at the height of the hanging system are intended to reinforce the intermediate part of the container in general. Since these reinforce the intermediate part or edge of the container, these can be called "edge reinforcement ribs". As already mentioned above, in the absence of a hanging system, the holder can be suspended using a hanging aid. When using this holder, eg

BE2016 / 5951 complete intermediate section can be used to hang the holder. Due to these reinforcing ribs it is not only possible to guarantee the safe suspension of the holder to the carrier system, but it also results in a sturdier system which allows further treatment of the holder (for example for transporting or attaching an upper part (see below). Preferably the edge reinforcing ribs are U-shaped (see Figure 6C) and / or plate-shaped The number of edge reinforcing ribs in the container can vary between 1 and 50, eg at least 1 and at most 50, eg at least 2 and at most 45, eg. at least 4 and at most 40, e.g. at least 6 and at most 35, e.g. at least 8 and at most 30, e.g. at least 10 and at most 28, e.g. at least 12 and at most 26, e.g. at least 14 and at most 24, e.g. at least 16 and at most 22, eg at least 18 and at most 20, preferably 18 edge reinforcing ribs The thickness of the edge reinforcing ribs can vary between 0.01 and 5 mm, eg at least 0.01 and at most 5.0 mm, eg at least 0.02 and at most 4.0 mm, eg. m at least 0.04 and at most 3.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.06 and at most 2.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.08 and at most 1.0 mm, e.g. at least 0.09 and at most 0.9 mm, e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 0.8 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 0.7 mm, eg at least 0.3 and at most 0.6 mm, eg at least 0.4 and at most 0.5 mm; preferably 0.4 mm. The angle between the different ribs can vary between 3-180 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 180 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 150 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 100 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 7 and at most 18 °, e.g. at least 8 and at most 17 °, e.g. at least 9 and at most 16 °, e.g. at least 10 and at most 15 °, e.g. at least 11 and at most 14 °, e.g. at least 12 and at most 13 °; preferably 12 °, depending on the number of ribs present.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a perennial plant or mushroom growing medium; preferably further comprising a solid plant or mushroom growth medium containing plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies.

The term "solid medium" or "solid media" includes "non-liquid medium (media)" that can easily maintain its position in the container and which can be added or removed by scooping movements, among other things.

The term "plant growth medium" or "mushroom growth medium" includes medium that makes the growth and / or storage of the plants or mushrooms independent of external solid media. By "external" is meant outside the container, in the presence of external medium, the plant or mushroom must obtain nutrients and / or water from the external medium through its roots, base or mycelium for its growth. Thus, in the container of the invention there is

BE2016 / 5951 no need for the plant or mushroom to keep in contact with the outside environment of the container with the root, base or mycelium. Preferably, a moist soil that allows easy drainage of the excess moisture but still retains enough moisture to effect the growth of the plant or mushroom optimally is used as a growth medium in the container of the invention. The soil composition affects the amount of moisture that will be retained by the growing medium i.e. sandy soils retain less moisture compared to clay soils. A choice must therefore be made depending on the preference and needs of the plant or mushroom to be grown (see below). As already indicated, the moisture in the container of the invention can be further determined by positions of the openings present in the bottom of the base portion of the container and by the angle that the container forms with the ground surface. The inventors have further unexpectedly found that when the holder is suspended, the combination of the construction of an underlying water reservoir in the holder (present e.g. at the bottom half of the bottom) and an upper drainage part in the holder (present e.g. height of the top half of the bottom) can result in optimal plant and / or mushroom growth. In particular, the underlying reservoir section makes it possible to provide additional water to the plant and / or mushroom during drought without the plant and / or mushroom experiencing hindrance from over-irrigation.

Each mushroom species has its own preferential breeding ground. Most mushrooms require a compost layer that contains nutrients for growth. Some mushrooms require additional light moisture-permeable soil (or mushroom growth layer) for optimal growth. The optimal mushroom growth / compost layer ratio in the mushroom medium depends on the mushroom type and can be easily determined by a specialist. Thus, the term "mushroom growth medium" includes "mushroom growth medium comprising a mushroom growth layer and compost layer" or "mushroom growth medium comprising a compost layer". For the white and chestnut mushroom, a mushroom growth layer is preferably present. For other species, this mushroom growing layer is optional. The solid mushroom growing medium can thus consist of a mushroom growing layer with mushroom fruit bodies and an underlying compost layer with mycelium.

The compost layer useful for mushrooms preferably includes cellulose, lignin, and / or hemicellulose. The term "compost" includes a stable and humus-rich end product through composting of (sometimes selectively collected) organic-biological waste. Compost consists of

BE2016 / 5951 vegetable residues (eg vegetables, fruit peels, grass clippings, leaves, coffee filters, prunings, ...) that have been almost broken down into humus by micro-organisms. It is the result of a natural composting process that can be controlled and controlled by humans. It is a product with a high stable organic matter content and nutrients that gradually become available. The mushroom is a saprophyte and grows on dead organic material. The compost or mushroom substrate for white mushroom growth is preferably composed of wheat straw (carbon source and structure), horse manure (for nutrients), chicken manure (or slurry (as nitrogen source)), gypsum (as acidity regulator) and water. Mushroom substrate is usually prepared by the following steps: (i) aerobic fermentation of the above compost to release beneficial nutrients, (ii) pasteurization and conditioning of the fermented compost to kill harmful organisms and eliminate degradable sugars, build in nitrogen and harmful ammonia is removed. The "inoculated compost" can then be formed by inoculating a mushroom fungus ("mycelium-graft", usually in the form of "brood" consisting of sterilized rye grains on which the mycelium is applied) to the substrate. After this inoculation, the mushroom fungus can completely colonize the compost. The compost or mushroom substrate in the container of the invention can be, for example, the mushroom substrate from Walkro from Maasmechelen.

The term "mushroom growing layer", "casing soil", "moisture-permeable soil" or "moist soil" includes a growing layer that facilitates the growth of certain mushrooms or mycelium by, for example, better regulating the moisture in the mushroom growing medium. The coating is usually a nutrient-poor earth layer in which the mushroom mycelium turns into fruiting bodies. Casing soil usually consists of a mixture of peat soil (usually 80%) and foam earth (usually 20%). The peat soil gives the casing soil a soft, firm structure, the foam earth is a calcareous processed by-product of sugar beet processing. The foam soil makes the casing soil heavier and gives the casing soil a pH of 7 to 8. The casing soil contains specific bacteria, for example Pseudomonas putida, which are indispensable for the formation of mushrooms. The casing soil serves as a water buffer for further cultivation. Preferably, the casing soil of Sterckx from Roeselare, Belgium, is used as a mushroom growing layer for growing white mushrooms. The pH of the grafted compost preferably has a pH value between 6 and 6.5. The preference for the type of casing soil depends on the type of mushroom, possible examples of types are black peat soil, light brown soil and

BE2016 / 5951 marl. Marl is a type of calcareous clay. According to the invention, the mushroom growth layer can optionally be enriched with mushroom substrate or grafted compost, preferably in a ratio of 5gr / 500g mushroom substrate / casing soil. The term "caccing" refers to a slightly grown substrate, which is mixed with the casing soil for a smoother ingrowth of the mycelium into the casing soil. Preferably there is a homogeneous mixing of the casing soil and the caccing.

Each plant species also has its own preferential breeding ground with specific additions such as compost (broken plant residues), granules (such as sand, vermiculite, perlite, hydro granules, clay granules, water gel granules, stones), macro elements (such as C, H, O, N, S, P, K, Ca and Mg), and microelements (such as Fe, Si, Mn, Mo and Cu). Commercially, growing media or potting soil are available, specifically adapted for tub plants, flowering plants, conifers, green plants, etc. Plant growing medium or potting soil mainly consists of peat dust and compost; but also a potting soil not based on compost and peat dust but on the basis of coconut fibers (Cocopeat) can be used. Nutrients can be added regularly as liquid food or granules (globules that release the food in small amounts over a long period of time). Some plant species require little or no nutrition. By adding sand, vermiculite or perlite, potting soil is made "looser" and "airier", resulting in better drainage. Water gel granules or clay granules have the capacity to absorb water and, if necessary, return it to the medium. Mulch (ground cover consisting of organic material such as autumn leaves, grass clippings and wood chips) reduces weeds and retains moisture under the mulch layer. Hydrograins can be applied at the bottom of the plant growth medium for good drainage or drainage; these are less heavy than pebbles or shards. A rock plant preferably has a sandy soil with some pebbles. Some terms used to describe the mushroom growing medium can also be used for the plant growing medium. Some plants grow on other plants (such as Bromeliad) and thus require the presence of wood fragments in the growing medium. Therefore, in one embodiment, the invention preferably includes a container as described above, wherein the solid plant growth medium comprises plant bodies.

In the context of the health awareness of the consumer, all components of the plant or mushroom growing medium of biological origin are preferably used in the container of the invention. The holder of the invention allows the biological conditions not only from the start of cultivation, but also during cultivation, of the plants or

BE2016 / 5951 keep mushrooms in these unique biological conditions. Growing conditions are easier to control, so that pesticides no longer have to be used.

The container can exhibit an absence of plant or mushroom bodies; seeds for plants and mycelium and / or spores for mushrooms can then for instance be present in the growth medium. The term "fruit body" or "mushroom bodies" refers to the fruit formed by the mycelium of the mushroom that spreads its spores as it ripens. The fruit body is formed during the generative phase of the mushroom and is consumed by the user. The start of the formation of the fruit body is called "bud formation". The term "mycelium" or "mycelium" refers to a network of long fungal threads called hyphae, which occur in the soil, wood, manure, etc. that grow during the vegetative phase of the mushroom. The term "plant bodies" includes stem, root, and / or leaf; the root is mainly present in the growing medium, stem and leaf mainly above the plant growing medium. All of these structures include individual cells; the presence of plants and / or mushroom cell (s) can be easily determined by the skilled person. For example, biochemical and / or molecular biological based tests can be used for this.

Preferably between 1000 g and 1500 g of plant or mushroom growing medium is used. The weight of growing medium used depends on how deep the container is filled and on the size of the container used; the weight can vary between 1 gram (g) and 5 kilogram (kg). For example, this weight can be at least 1 g and at most 5000 g, e.g. at least 50 and at most 4500 g, e.g. at least 100 and at most 4000 g, e.g. at least 125 and at most 3500 g, e.g. at least 250 and at most 3000 g, e.g. at least 750 and at most 2500 g, eg at least 750 and at most 2000 g, eg at least 1000 and at most 1500 g, eg at least 1150 and at most 1450 g, eg at least 1250 and at most 1350 g. The total weight of the container depends on the amount of medium, but also on the weight of the container itself. When plastic is used as the material of the container, the total weight of the container will preferably be between 1200 and 2000 g, more preferably 1200, 1450, or 1700 g. The total weight can vary between 1 gram (g) and 8 kilogram (kg). For example, this weight can be at least 1 and at most 8000 g, e.g. at least 50 g and at most 7000 g, e.g. at least 100 and at most 6000 g, e.g. at least 200 and at most 5000 g, e.g. at least 500 and at most 4000 g, e.g. at least 750 and at most 3500 g, eg at least 1000 and at most 3000 g, eg at least 1200 and at most 2500 g, eg at least 1500 and at most 2000 g, eg at least 1700 and at most 1800 g. Based on the weight of the holder in use

BE2016 / 5951 assess whether the plant or mushroom is in an optimal moisture environment or not. For this, the weight can be initially determined under optimal conditions; a lower or higher weight than indicates the presence of too little or too much moisture, respectively.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a transparent top portion comprising one or more perforations; wherein the circumference of the base portion of the container is smaller than the circumference of the top portion, between which the intermediate portion lies, and wherein the top portion is attached via the intermediate portion to the base portion by means of a click and / or rotation system; and wherein the intermediate portion comprises none, one or more perforations. The perforations in the top part and / or intermediate part are configured to regulate the moisture content and CO ₂ content in the container through air exchange. After applying the top section, the intermediate section of the holder gives the plants or mushrooms on the side of the base section extra space to allow them to grow unobstructed. Notwithstanding in the present description the term "perforation" is preferentially used to refer to "ventilation perforation" in the upper and / or intermediate section, the term Opening "in these sections may be interpreted as" ventilation opening "or" ventilation perforation ".

The top portion of the container used is preferably "transparent" referring to the ability to see through it. The grower and / or consumer can easily follow the growth of the plants or mushroom bodies. The top portion of the container can take different shapes depending on the optimal growing needs of the plant or mushroom to be grown. When growing a mushroom, a closed spherical top section with one or more perforations will preferably be chosen, creating a more or less closed system in which air humidity can be better retained and controlled. The transparent spherical top part is designed in such a way that there is almost no condensation on the inside of the top part, so that visualization of the mushroom is not prevented. When plants are growing more, an open or tubular top section can be chosen, so that the plant can more easily carry out an active gas exchange. If present, the spacer in the intermediate portion in the container may allow the mushroom or plant to grow sideways. For the growth of creeping and / or hanging plants or mushrooms, holders will preferably be used in the absence of an upper part. However, for the growth of plants or mushrooms can be opted for a combined use; taking growth first

BE2016 / 5951 stimulates in the presence of the upper part followed by a growth in the absence of this or vice versa, depending on the growing needs of the plant or mushroom. The person skilled in the art can determine when the upper part must be on or absent during growth. When transporting or storing it, it can also be more advantageous to use the top part, which allows optimal protection of the plant or mushroom.

The intermediate portion of the container may form part of the base portion and / or top portion of the container, preferably part of the base portion (Figure 1). In a preferred embodiment, the intermediate portion is U-shaped with opening facing down (Figure 7). In the container, the area of the closed portion of the U-shape of the intermediate portion may be parallel or oblique to the area of the lower portion of the base portion of the container. When inclined, the angle between the outer edge of the intermediate section and the vertical walls of the base section can vary between 1 and 150 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 150 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 120 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 100 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 80 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 70 °, e.g. at least 10 and at most 60 °, e.g. at least 15 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 20 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 25 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 30 and at most 35 °. The intermediate portion of the container may include possible perforations (see mushroom figures in Figures 1, 5 and 6), and, provides additional space on the side of the base portion for the mushroom or plant to grow unobstructed. The width chosen for the bridge (or spacer) also depends on the type of plant or mushroom, the wider the body, the wider the spacer in order to guarantee this unobstructed growth.

If a closed top part is present, preferably at least one, preferably at least 5 perforation (s) occur in the top part of the top part of the container, this being combined with, at least one, preferably at least 5 perforation (s) in the intermediate section or minimum one, preferably minimum 5, perforation (s) in the base of the top part of the container. This gives an optimal airflow through the container, so that moisture and CO ₂ in the container can be kept and / or regulated easily and constantly. In the container of the present invention, optimum airflow is combined with optimal drainage due to the presence of openings in the bottom of the base portion of the container. Openings in the base section may also be referred to as "drainage holes", drainage perforations "or" drainage holes "; perforations in the intermediate section and / or top section 'ventilation perforations,' ventilation holes', or 'ventilation openings'.

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In an embodiment of a container as described above, the shape of the perforation in the top and / or intermediate portion is selected from the group consisting of a round shape, an oval shape, a line shape, a polygonal shape, a multiple, random or irregular shape, a square shape, a rectangular shape, a hexagonal shape, an octagonal shape, and, combinations thereof. Recognizable figures can also be used, such as a mushroom or flower motif. Dimensions of the perforations may be the same or different from those of the openings present in the container, possibly depending on their position in the container. For example, the size or diameter of the perforations in the top portion can vary between> 0.1 mm and 50 mm; e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 50 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 40 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 38 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 36 mm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 34 mm, e.g. at least 1 and at least 33 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 32 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 31 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 30 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 29 mm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 28 mm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 27 mm, eg at least 14 and at most 26 mm, eg at least 16 and at most 25 mm, eg at least 17 and at most 24 mm, eg at least 18 and at most 23 mm, eg at least 19 and at most 22 mm, e.g. at least 20 and at most mm, or combinations thereof; preferably 20 mm. The size or diameter of the perforations in the intermediate section can vary between ä 0.1 mm and <50 mm; is at least 0.1 and at most 50 mm, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 45 mm, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 40 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 35 mm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 30 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 25 mm, eg at least 0.7 and at most 23 mm, eg at least 0.8 and at most mm, eg at least 0.9 and at most 21 mm, eg at least 1 and at most 20 mm, eg at least 2 and at most 19 mm, eg at least 3 and at most 18 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 17 mm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 16 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 15 mm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 14 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 13 mm , eg at least 9 and at most 12 mm, eg at least 10 and at most 11 mm; preferably 10 or 11 mm. With an irregular shape, the size may differ for the same perforation depending on the position of the measurement. The size and numbers of the perforations can be adjusted depending on the size of the container, the larger the surface of the container, and thus also separate parts, the larger and / or higher numbers can be applied. The larger the perforations, the faster the air exchange (ventilation) takes place, but the greater the chance of contamination. Alternatively, the size of the perforation in the top and / or intermediate part of the container can be adjusted, preferably by a rotary movement

BE2016 / 5951 between the base part and the top part of the holder, or, by an intermediate piece present on top of the intermediate part, which can completely or partly shield the perforations by rotation. Balance is preferably respected and can be easily determined by those skilled in the art.

When using a closed system, the container used usually consists of two separate parts that can be attached and / or detached from each other. These two parts are for example: top part / intermediate part and base part; top section and intermediate section / base section; or; top section / intermediate section and intermediate section / base section. The mounting system used in the holder is not limited to one type of system. In a preferred embodiment, in a container as described above, a click system is used comprising a protruding horizontal snap edge (s) on the inside of the top portion of the container, and a (preferably interrupted horizontal) snap edge on the outside of the intermediate portion of the container (Figure 7 (130) and (230)). Both click edges fit over each other, allowing adhesion. When closed, the snap edge of the top portion (130) is preferably located between the snap edge (230) and the top support edge (231) of the intermediate portion (Figure 7); and the bottom of the top portion (102) on the bottom support edge of the intermediate portion (232) (Figure 7). Vertical support reinforcing ribs may also be present in the top portion of the container, preferably on the outside of the edge of the top portion (Figure 7 (120)). The protruding click edge on the inside of the top section is then transverse to these vertical support reinforcing ribs. In another preferred embodiment, in a container as described above, the top portion, base portion, and / or intermediate portion are joined together by pins in one portion, and holes for receiving said pins in the other portion. In yet another preferred embodiment of the invention, in a container as described above, the top portion, base portion, and / or intermediate portion, are joined together by a tamper-evident closure. In yet another preferred embodiment of the invention, in a container as described above, the top portion, base portion, and / or intermediate portion are joined together by a rotary system. In the current application, the terms' support ',' edge and 'suspension reinforcement rib' are used to refer to the presence of a reinforcement rib at the edge of the top section, at the edge of the intermediate section and at the height of the suspension structure, respectively, of the holder of the present invention.

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When using an upper part, it is preferably easily removable, but stably sealed during transport or in a supermarket. In addition to the click system, the holder can preferably also contain a sealing system. This sealing system makes it possible to keep the container assembled intact, thereby preventing the container from breaking into the individual parts, increasing manipulation efficiency and reducing the risk of contamination. With "sealing system" one refers to a system that is used to confirm or close something safe and secure; it cannot be opened unnoticed. In a preferential embodiment of the container of the invention, a break-closure lip is used for this; opening of the container is possible after breaking off a lip fragment.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a container as described above, in which, for growing mushrooms, the moisture content in the container is between 10 and 100%, preferably between 80 and 95%; more preferably between 90 and 95%; and; wherein the CO ₂ content in the container is between 300 and 5000 ppm, preferably between 1000 and 2000 ppm. Depending on the growing needs of the type of mushroom or plant, the skilled person can adjust the container arrangement and the humidification in such a way that an optimal moisture content and CO ₂ content for that mushroom or plant can be obtained in the container.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a logo and / or instructions for growing and / or storing plants or mushrooms on the base portion, optional intermediate portion and / or optional top portion of the container. The operating instructions can provide a simple overview in the form of a two-dimensional inscription, or in the form of a fold-out or fold-out document. If the logo and / or user manual is located around the base part of the holder, it can be connected by means of a joint seam. The instructions for use preferably give the consumer clear guidelines for growing and treating the plant or mushrooms, for example suggestions can be given regarding the watering, exposure, harvesting, temperature and possibly cooling of the container during growth, storage, and / or transport of the plant or mushroom.

The container may contain an additional pouch of plant seeds on the outside of the base section; in such a way that after extensive mushroom growth, the depleted soil can be further used for growing plants.

The top portion and / or intermediate portion of the container may also optionally include an (optionally adjustable) opening that allows pouring, spraying, and / or irrigation into the container. The top section and / or intermediate section may also additionally be specific

BE2016 / 5951 irrigation system which preferably allows irrigation or watering of the plant or mushroom growing medium.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the diameter of the bottom of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 28 cm , eg at least 4 and at most 27 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 26 cm, eg at least 6 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 7 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 8 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 9 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 17 cm, eg at least 15 and at most 16 cm; preferably 15 cm and, wherein the outside diameter of the intermediate part of the container is at least 1 and at most 38 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 37 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 36 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 35 cm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 34 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 33 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 32 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 31 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 28 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 27 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 26 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 25 cm, e.g. at least 15 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 16 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 17 and at most 22 cm, eg at least 18 and at most 21 cm, eg at least 19 and at most 20 cm; preferably 19 cm. The diameter of the inside of the intermediate section can vary between 1 and 30 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 28 cm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 27 cm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 26 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 25 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 24 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 23 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 17 cm, e.g. at least 15 and at most 16 cm; preferably 16 cm. Due to the difference between the cross-section of the inside and the cross-section of the outside of the intermediate section, a "recess" or "intermediate piece" is created (see Figure 7 (203)). The width of this intermediate piece can vary between 1 and 80 mm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 80 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 70 mm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 60 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 55 mm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 50 mm, eg at least 6 and at most 45 mm, eg at least 7 and at most 40 mm, eg at least 8 and at most 35 mm, eg at least 9 and at most 30 mm, eg at least 10 and at most 25 mm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 20

BE2016 / 5951 mm, eg at least 12 and at most 19 mm, eg at least 13 and at most 18 mm, eg at least 14 and at most 17 mm, eg at least 15 and at most 16 mm; preferably 1.5 cm. According to the present invention, in addition to the base and intermediate section, there may also be an upper section; wherein the diameter of the bottom of the top portion of the container varies between 1 and 38 cm, is at least 1 and at most 38 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 37 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 36 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 35 cm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 34 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 33 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 32 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 31 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 29 cm, eg at least 11 and at most 28 cm, eg at least 12 and at most 27 cm, eg at least 13 and at most 26 cm, eg at least 14 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 15 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 16 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 17 and at most 22 cm, eg at least 18 and at most 21.5 cm, eg at least 18.5 and at most 21 cm; eg at least 19 and at most 20.5 cm; eg at least 19.5 and at most 20 cm; preferably between 19.5 cm. Preferably, the top portion rests on the bottom support edge present on the outside of the intermediate portion of the container (see Figure 7 (232)); the circumference of the top section is therefore preferably slightly larger than the circumference of the outside of the intermediate section.

Additionally, the angle between the bottom portion (horizontal) and the vertical walls of the base portion may vary, preferably between 89 and 94 °, e.g. at least 89 ° and at most 94 °, e.g. at least 90 ° and at most 93; 5 ° , e.g. at least 90.5 ° and at most 93 °, e.g. at least 91 ° and at most 92.9 °, e.g. at least 91.1 ° and at most 92.8 °, e.g. at least 91.2 ° and at most 91.7 °, e.g. at least 91.3 ° and at most 92.6 ° , e.g. at least 91.4 ° and at most 92.5 °, e.g. at least 91.5 ° and at most 92.4 °, e.g. at least 91.6 ° and at most 92.3 °, e.g. at least 91.7 ° and at most 92.2 °, e.g. at least 91.8 ° and at most 92.1 ° , eg at least 91.9 ° and at most 92.0 °; preferably 91.9 °. This creates a difference in cross section between the bottom and top of the base part of the holder. As a result, different containers of the invention can be easily stacked and disassembled. The "air gap", spacing "or" air gap "is located between the vertical walls of different base parts stacked on top of each other. The width of the air gap can vary between 0.01 and 1 cm, preferably 0.2 and 0.3 cm, more preferably 0.23 cm. The "stack height" or "nest height" determines the distance between equal parts of different parts (top, intermediate or base part) of the container, for the base part the preferential stack height is 3.1 cm, for the top part 2.06 cm. The "stack height" may also refer to the distance between the bottom of the intermediate section and the bottom of the

BE2016 / 5951 top section, which can vary between 0-20 cm, preferably 0-5 cm, more preferably 1.0 cm. To facilitate stacking of the unused containers, stacking bosses (331) may be provided on the bottom and inside of the base portion of the container (see Figures 5A, 6A, and 7). The stacking cams preferably start at the base or bottom of the base part, their length varies between 0 and 20 cm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 10 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 5 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 3 cm; preferably 3.1 cm; their width varies between 0 and 2 cm, e.g. at least 0.01 and at most 1 cm, e.g. at least 0.05 and at most 0.5 cm, e.g. at least 0.1 and at most 0.2 cm; preferably 0.1 or 0.2 cm. The stacking cams can also be triangular from vomi, the base of which is positioned at the bottom of the base section.

A protruding edge (or reinforcing edge) may also occur at the edge of the bottom of the base portion (see eg Figures 5C and 7 (318)). If present, the holder rests upright on this; the entire substructure of the base part of the container is thereby reinforced. The height of the edge of the bottom of the base part can vary between 10 and 0.1 mm, eg at least 0.1 and at most 10 mm, eg at least 0.2 and at most 9 mm, eg at least 0.3 and at most 8 mm, eg at least 0.4 and at most 7 mm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 6 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 5 mm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 4 mm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 3 mm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 2 mm, eg at least 1 and at most 1.1 mm; preferably 1 mm.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the height of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 50 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 45 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 40 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 35 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 30 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 17 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 16 cm, eg at least 12 and at most 15 cm, eg at least 13 and at most 14 cm; preferably 13 cm. Depending on the amount of moisture to be retained, a container can be selected with a high or low base section. If a high moisture content is required for growth, a high container will preferably be chosen. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the height of the intermediate portion of the container is at least 0.4 and at most 10 cm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 9 cm, e.g. at least 0.6 and

BE2016 / 5951 at most 8 cm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 7 cm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 6 cm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 5 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 4 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 3 cm; preferably 2 cm. The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the height of the top portion of the container varies between 1 and 20 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 18 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 17 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 16 cm, eg at least 6 and at most 15 cm, eg at least 7 and at most 14 cm, eg at least 7.5 and at most 13 cm , eg at least 8 and at most 12 cm, eg at least 8.5 and at most 11 cm, eg at least 9 and at most 10.5 cm, eg at least 9.5 and at most 10 cm; preferably 9.5 cm.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, wherein the container is made of plastic, paper, softboard, cardboard, wood, stone, or combinations thereof. However, there is no limitation on the material from which the container of the present invention can be made; for example, the material can be selected from the group consisting of plastic (or plastic), paper, softboard, cardboard, wood, zinc, glazed ceramic, terracotta, stone or combinations thereof. According to the invention, the container is preferably durable, aesthetic, mold-resistant, inexpensive, transport-friendly, preferably and / or recyclable. If necessary for suspension, the holders preferably made of plastic, paper, softboard, cardboard, wood, and / or zinc are used; these are light, less fragile, and inexpensive. In the presence of sealed rupture openings which are made during the production of the container, materials which are somewhat flexible, such as plastic, are preferably used. Examples of plastic are polypropylene, polyethylene, etc. The packaging may allow favorable evaporation and exchange as described above. The container consisting of the base portion, intermediate portion and top portion may preferably maintain a substantially constant relative humidity; where the constant value depends on the growth stage of the plant or mushroom.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a mushroom growing container comprising:

- a base portion which is a carrier of a solid mushroom growing medium which makes the growth and / or storage of the mushrooms independent of external solid media, and,

- a transparent top part comprising one or more perforations, in which the circumference of the base part of the holder is smaller than the circumference of the top part, whereby a recess is created between the top part and the base part of the holder, in which the

BE2016 / 5951 recess is bridged by an intermediate part which forms part of the base part and / or top part of the holder, and in which the top part is fixed via the intermediate part to the basic part by means of a click and / or turning system; and the intermediate portion includes none, one or more perforations, when absent in the intermediate portion, additional perforations are present at the base of the top portion of the container; in which the perforations in the top section, intermediate section and / or openings in the base section control the moisture and / or CO ₂ content in air (or atmosphere around the mushroom or plant) and the growing medium, respectively, in the container, and in which the intermediate section of the holder gives the mushrooms on the side of the base section extra space to allow the mushrooms to grow unobstructed, characterized in that the intermediate section of the holder includes a suspension system for hanging the holder at an angle to the ground surface, and at there is preferably a reinforcement in the intermediate section for supporting the hanging system, characterized in that the base part of the holder at the bottom has one or more openings in half of the bottom at the side of the hanging system, and does not contain an opening in the other half from the bottom.

Targeted drainage of the moisture content in the container is therefore possible; the moisture in the container can be retained to a specific height line depending on the angle that the container forms with the ground surface and the position of the openings in the bottom of the base portion. Furthermore, the excess moisture can be drained without undesirably wetting and / or soiling underlying materials, zones or other underlying containers. The container may contain an additional pouch of plant seeds on the outside of the base section; such that after extensive mushroom growth, the depleted soil can be further used for growing and planting.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container for growing plants comprising:

- a base portion which is a support of a solid plant growth medium which makes the growth and / or storage of the plants independent of external solid media, and,

- the intermediate part comprising no, one or more perforations; wherein the circumference of the base portion of the container is smaller than the circumference of the outer portion of the intermediate portion, creating a recess between the top portion of the base portion and the outer portion of the intermediate portion of the container, wherein the

BE2016 / 5951 recess is bridged by an intermediate part that forms part of the base part and / or intermediate part of the container, in which the perforations in the intermediate part regulate the humidity and the CO ₂ content in the container, and in which the intermediate part of the container plants on the side of the base section provides additional space to allow the plants to grow unobstructed, characterized in that the intermediate section of the container comprises a hanging system for hanging the container at an angle to the ground surface, and preferably in the intermediate section is provided with a reinforcement for supporting the hanging system, characterized in that the base part of the holder at the bottom has one or more openings in one half of the bottom on the side of the hanging system, and no opening in the other half from the bottom.

The current application mainly focuses on a container for storing, transporting, selling and / or growing plants or mushrooms, in which the container has a round shape. However, the findings (container, carrier system and method of the invention) can easily be further adapted for containers of other shapes such as containers of square shape, rectangular shape, oval shape, polygonal shape, multiple shape, hexagonal shape, octagonal shape , and, combinations thereof.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a support system for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms in a hedge shape, comprising one or more containers as described above. The term "hedge shape" or "hedge structure", "hedge network", "hedge" or "hedge" refers to a dense row of plants or mushrooms obtained by the position in the same plane of different holders next to, above, and / or below each other. An example of carrier system (carrier system or carrier network) is visualized in Figure 8; different types of plants are grown in this system. The number of holders that can be used to form a hedge depends on the size of the space that is available for this, and on the minimum distance a mushroom or plant needs to grow without interference. The minimum distance therefore depends on the space required by the plant or mushroom in question and on the angle at which the holder is hung. The same hedge can comprise holders with different types of mushrooms and / or plants; underlying distances between the different holders can be the same or different. Holders can be hung together or staggered. The number of hangers can vary from one,

BE2016 / 5951 two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, nine, ten, to tens, to hundreds, or even to thousands of containers. When transporting, the carrier system can be built into the means of transport; eg in the cargo space of a truck.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a carrier system as described above, in which the container (s) is (are) carried at an angle to the ground surface, wherein the angle is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 60 °, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, eg at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, eg at least 1 and at most 20 °, eg at least 2 and at most 15 °, eg at least 3 and at most 10 °, eg at least 4 and at most 9 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 8 °, e.g. at least 6 and at most 7 °. This angle can be measured by the bottom of the holder and the ground surface. The angle can preferably be adjusted (individually) depending on the needs of the plant or mushroom. The carrier system can be placed flat against a wall; the angle is then determined by the type of carrier system (the deeper the carrier system can click into the hanger's hanging system, the smaller the angle can be retained) and the distance from the hanger's hanging system to the wall (the farther from the wall , the bigger the angle can get). On the other hand, the holder (s) can be suspended in the absence of surrounding walls, e.g. in an individual stand with recesses (openings or spaces) in which the holder can be suspended. The angle can then be adjusted (enlarged or reduced) by using one or more support plates that are part of the support system and that rest against the side or bottom of the holder; sliding the support plates results in a change of angle. Support plates are preferably present on both the front and back of the container, allowing a high flexibility for creating angles of different values.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a support system as described above, wherein the composition of the support of the support system is selected from the group consisting of steel, plastic, wood, stone, or combinations thereof. If steel is used, it is preferably steel wire, more preferably carbon steel wire; more preferably low carbon steel wire. All these materials can be used as such or as part of the complete carrier system. Eg. the steel can be part of a composite material, preferably steel fiber concrete. A network of plastic-coated synthetic fibers or steel net can also be used for this.

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The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method of growing plants or mushrooms in a container as described above comprising the steps of;

a) filling the base portion of the container with perennial or mushroom growing medium; preferably solid plant or mushroom growing medium with plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies,

b) optional, the provision of a transparent top section,

c) optionally, breaking open the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container,

d) optionally, the attachment of the container by means of the suspension system of the container to a carrier system,

e) optionally, the attachment of several holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network,

f) optionally, optimizing the angle at which the container hangs from the ground surface, and

g) growing the plants or mushrooms in the plant or mushroom growing medium and forming the plant or mushroom bodies in the container.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

b) applying a transparent top section.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

c) breaking open the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

d) attaching the container by means of the suspension system of the container to a carrier system.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

e) attaching multiple holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step;

f) optimizing the angle at which the container hangs from the ground surface.

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In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps b-c, b-e, b-f, c-e, c-f, or e-f. In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps b-c-e, b-c-f, b-e-f, or c-e-f. In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps b-c-e-f.

In the absence of a hanging system in the container of the invention, the step of attaching the container by means of the suspension system of the container to a carrier system d) becomes optional. As already indicated, in the method containers can be used which do not themselves contain a hanging system in the intermediate part, but which contain an opening in the bottom of their base parts which is asymmetrically present in relation to the whole of the bottom, such that when the holder is slanted, water for a part can be kept in the container and the excess moisture can be drained in a targeted manner. Holders can be held in an inclined position by means of, for example, a supporting surface or supporting plates.

According to the present invention, certain steps may occur at other position (s) within the method. For example; in a method as described above, the application of the upper part b) can take place: after (i) breaking open the openings c), (ii) attaching the container to a carrier system d) and / or e), (iii ) optimizing the angle f), and / or, (iv) the growth of the plant or mushroom g).

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a method as described above, in which the breaking open of the openings c) can take place: (i) for filling the base part a), (ii) for fitting the top part b), (iii) after attaching the container to a carrier system d) and / or e), and / or, (iv) after optimizing the angle f).

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a method as described above, in which the attachment of the container to a carrier system d) and / or e) can take place: before (i) filling the base part with growth medium a), (ii) arranging the top part b), and / or, (iii) breaking open the openings c).

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein after harvesting the plant or mushroom a second, third, fourth, fifth, etc. can effect growth of the same plant or mushroom species. The term "round" refers to the harvest period of the plant or mushroom. The number of rounds depends on the growing conditions to which the plant or mushroom is subjected, with optimal growing conditions several times can be harvested; only one or two in bad conditions

BE2016 / 5951 times. In perennial plants, the number of rounds can increase. The growing conditions are influenced by the type of soil used, temperature, watering, etc. The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a method as described above, in which, after the formation of the plant or mushroom bodies in the container f), the bodies are harvested and optionally can be used for a new round of other plants or mushroom species. For example, after harvesting the mushroom, the container with the spent and / or exhausted mushroom growing medium can be further used to grow plants. According to the present invention, the container with the mushroom growing medium used is still suitable for growing vegetables and herbs, more particularly for growing lettuce. In this used or elaborated mushroom growing medium, sufficient nutrients are still present, provided that optional additional soil is added, so that plant growth is possible. For example, after growing mushrooms, the generated waste can be optimally used or recycled. One can make it easy for the buyer of the container and offer the plant seeds immediately upon purchase of the mushroom growing container. Thus, the invention also includes, in one embodiment, a container as described above, further comprising a bag of seeds, preferably plant seeds.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms commercially, further comprising

- storing the container,

- transporting the container to the sales area, and / or,

- selling the holder to an intermediary and / or consumer.

The invention also comprises, in an embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the step of growing the plant or mushroom can take place: (i) after storing the container, (ii) after transporting the container, and / or , (iii) after selling the holder.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the step of storing the container can take place: (i) after filling the base portion with growing medium, (ii) after applying the top portion, (iii) after breaking open the openings, (iv) after attaching the container to a carrier system, (v) after growing the plant or mushroom in the container, and / or, (vi) after transporting the container.

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The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method of growing mushrooms in a container as defined above comprising the steps of:

a) inoculating compost, useful for mushroom growth, with mycelium,

b) filling the base part of the container with the inoculated compost,

c) optionally, adding a mushroom growing layer on top of the compost layer (forming the growing medium),

d) closing the base part of the holder with the transparent top part of the holder by means of a click and / or turning system,

e) optionally, breaking open the sealed break opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container,

f) attaching the container by means of the suspension system of the container to a carrier system,

g) optionally, the attachment of several holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network,

h) growing the mycelium in the compost and / or mushroom growing layer and forming the mushroom fruit bodies in the container,

i) opening the top part of the container and harvesting the mushroom fruit bodies, i.e. sowing or planting plants,

k) the growth and formation of the plant bodies,

l) harvesting plant bodies.

Steps h) -i), and k) -l) can be repeated several times, for growth a (preferable half open for plants, or, closed for mushrooms) top portion can be placed on the base portion.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

c) adding a mushroom growth layer on top of the compost layer.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

e) breaking open the sealed break opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

g) attaching several holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network.

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In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps c-e, c-g, or e-g. In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps c-e-g.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method of growing plants in a container as defined above comprising the steps of:

a) filling the base part of the container with plant growth medium,

b) sowing or planting plants in the container,

c) optionally, closing the base part of the holder with the transparent top part of the holder by means of a click and / or turning system,

d) optionally, breaking open the sealed break opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container,

e) attaching the container by means of the suspension system of the container to a carrier system,

f) optionally, the attachment of several holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network,

g) the growth and formation of the plant bodies,

h) optionally, opening the top portion of the container, and

i) harvesting plant bodies.

Steps g) -i) can be repeated several times, for growth a preferentially semi-open top portion can be placed on the base portion.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

c) closing the base part of the holder with the transparent top part of the holder by means of a click and / or turning system.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

d) breaking open the sealed break opening (s) in the bottom of the base portion of the container.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

f) attaching several holders by means of the hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network.

In some embodiments, the method includes the step:

h) opening the top part of the container.

In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps c-d, c-f, c-h, d-f. d-h, f-h. In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps c-d-f, c56

B E2016 / 5951 d-h, c-f-h, d-f-h. In some embodiments, the method comprises the combination of steps c-d-f-h.

The invention also comprises, in one embodiment, a method as described above, in which additional liquid nutrients and / or water are added by the grower, intermediary or consumer during the growth of the plant or mushrooms. The container of the invention makes it possible to control the relative humidity in a simple manner. Optimal water quantity can depend on the type of plant or mushroom and / or growth stage. The relative humidity (RH) is determined by the evaporation (affected for the perforation numbers and perforation sizes in the top and / or intermediate part of the container), the amount of water added to the growing medium, and, the drainage capacity of the container (affected for the numbers, positions and sizes of the openings in the base portion of the container). The skilled person can adjust the humidity depending on the specific needs of the plant or mushroom (depending on the type and growth stage).

The determination of the moisture content in the air above and in the growing medium and and / or CO ₂ content in the container can be done by employing many known measuring techniques. Preferably, the RH measurement and CO 2 measurement are performed using a mobile and calibrated RH meter, and / or CC> 2 meter, through the insertion of a tube through one of the perforations of the above-mentioned container. The moisture content of soil or solid growing medium can easily be determined by, for example, measuring the electrical conductivity of the soil or medium.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein for the growth of the plant or mushrooms, the container is heated to a temperature which can be selected depending on the needs and / or growth stage of the plant and / or mushroom. The temperature in isolated cultivation conditions can be kept under control by means of, for example, air-conditioned air. The container can be kept or cooled at room temperature during transport, storage and / or sales. For example, an air-conditioned cooling container can be used for cooling during transport.

Three stages can be distinguished during the growth of mushrooms: 1 / budding or fructification, 2 / outgrowth of the fruit body, and 3 / maturing of the fruit body with spore formation. In the method according to the invention growth can thus be observed at different positions, with bud formation in the first phase, and, at a later stage, further

BE2016 / 5951 outgrowth of the fruit body. The skilled person can choose the optimum temperature and humidity of the container depending on the stages in which the mushroom is located.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-growing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms. The invention also includes in one embodiment a method as described above, in which the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso , red oak leaf lettuce, green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or beetroot leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, balm, mint , oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold), and, beets for human consumption (more preferably chard, beetroot or yellow beet); and, in which the mushroom is chosen from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, moriel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella , trumpet de la mort, tropical purse mushroom, scaly ink mushroom, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet foot; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus; more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a method as described above, wherein the steps are performed automatically. For example, automation can be performed to fill the base portion with growing medium, closing the base portion with an upper portion; breaking open the sealed break openings, attaching the container to a carrier system, inserting the container into an incubator for growing the plant or mushroom, storing the container and / or transporting the container.

The invention also includes, in one embodiment, a use of a container as described above, or a use of a carrier system as described above, for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms. These uses can be commercial in nature.

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CONCLUSIONS A container for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms, the container comprising a base portion, characterized in that the bottom contains one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings. The container of claim 1, wherein the sealed rupture opening includes a weakened zone surrounding a portion of the bottom of the base portion; wherein the thickness of the weakened zone is less than the thickness of the bottom of the base portion. The container according to any of claims 1 or 2, wherein the sealed opening comprises an opening shielded by a shielding plate. The container according to any of claims 1 to 3, further comprising an intermediate portion located at the top of the base portion of the container; preferably an intermediate portion located around the top of the base portion of the container; more preferably wherein the intermediate portion forms a protruding and / or overhanging edge relative to the base portion. The container according to claim 4, wherein the intermediate portion of the container comprises a suspension system for suspending the container at an angle to the ground surface. The container according to claim 5, wherein the hanging system forms part of a protruding and / or overhanging part of the intermediate part. The container according to claim 5 or 6, wherein the hanging system is selected from the group consisting of a hanging edge, a hanging lip, a hanging loop, and a hanging recess. The container according to any one of claims 5 to 7, wherein the intermediate section comprises a reinforcement at the height of the hanging system. BE2016 / 5951 The container according to claim 8, wherein the reinforcement in the intermediate section at the height of the suspension system consists of one or more suspension reinforcement ribs located on the intermediate section. The container according to any one of claims 5 to 9, wherein the bottom of the base portion includes one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings in one half of the bottom on the hanging system side and does not contain a sealed break opening or sealed opening in the other half of the bottom, and in which, in the presence of one sealed break or opening, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion. The container according to any one of claims 5 to 9, wherein the bottom of the base portion includes one or more sealed break openings and / or sealed openings in the bottom quadrant on the hanging system side, and no sealed break opening or sealed opening contained in the other bottom quadrants, and in which, in the presence of one sealed break or seal opening, it does not coincide with the center of the bottom of the base portion. The container according to any one of claims 5 to 11, wherein the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) is located in the middle of the half and / or on the perimeter of the bottom at the height of the hanging system )(and). The container according to any one of claims 1 to 12, further comprising a transparent top portion comprising one or more perforations; wherein the circumference of the base portion of the container is smaller than the circumference of the top portion, between which the intermediate portion lies, and wherein the top portion is attached via the intermediate portion to the base portion by means of a click and / or rotation system; and wherein the intermediate portion comprises none, one or more perforations. The container according to claim 13, wherein the snap system has a protruding horizontal snap edge (s) on the inside of the top portion of the container, and a (at BE2016 / 5951 preferably includes interrupted horizontal click edge on the outside of the intermediate part of the container. The container according to any one of claims 4 to 14, wherein the size of the perforation in the top portion and / or intermediate portion can be adjusted, preferably by a rotary movement between the base portion and the top portion of the container, or, by intermediate piece present on top of the intermediate part which can completely or partially shield the perforations by rotation. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 15, wherein the base portion of the container includes one sealed break opening or sealed opening at the bottom. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 16, wherein in suspension the angle between the bottom of the base portion and the ground surface is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, eg at least 0.2 and at most 60 °, eg at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 15 °, e.g. at least 3 and at most 10 °, e.g. at least 4 and at most 9 °, e.g. at least 5 and at most 8 °, eg at least 6 and at most 7 °. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 17, further comprising a perennial or mushroom growing medium; preferably further comprising a solid plant or mushroom growth medium containing plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 18, wherein the shape of the opening and / or perforation is selected from the group consisting of a round shape, an oval shape, a line shape, a polygonal shape, a multiple shape, arbitrary or irregular shape, a square shape, a rectangular shape, a hexagonal shape, an octagonal shape, and, combinations thereof; preferably a round shape. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 19, wherein the size of the opening and / or perforation is at least 0.1 and at most 31 mm, eg at least 0.2 and at most 30 BE2016 / 5951 mm, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 29 mm, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 28 mm, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 27 mm, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 26 mm, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 25 mm, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 24 mm, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 23 mm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 22 mm, e.g. at least 2 and at most 21 mm, e.g. at least 3 and at most 20 mm, e.g. at least 4 and at most 19 mm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 18 mm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 17 mm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 16 mm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 15 mm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 14 mm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 13 mm, eg at least 11 and at most 12 mm; preferably 12 mm. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 20, wherein for growing mushrooms, the moisture content in the container is between 10 and 100%, preferably between 80 and 95%; more preferably between 90 and 95%; and; wherein the CO ₂ content in the container is between 300 and 5000 ppm, preferably between 1000 and 2000 ppm. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 21, further comprising a logo and / or instructions for growing and / or storing plants or mushrooms on the base portion, optional intermediate portion and / or optional top portion of the container. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 22, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-rowing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 22, wherein the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso , red oak leaf lettuce, green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or beetroot leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, balm, mint , oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold), and, beets for human consumption (more preferably chard, beetroot or yellow beet). BE2016 / 5951 The container according to any one of claims 1 to 22, wherein the mushroom is selected from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, morel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella, trompette de la mort, tropical purse fungus, scaly ink fungus, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet foot; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus, more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 25, wherein the diameter of the bottom of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 30 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 29 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 28 cm , eg at least 4 and at most 27 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 26 cm, eg at least 6 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 7 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 8 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 9 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 20 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 17 cm, eg at least 15 and at most 16 cm; preferably 15 cm and, wherein the outside diameter of the intermediate part of the container is at least 1 and at most 38 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 37 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 36 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 35 cm, e.g. at least 5 and at most 34 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 33 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 32 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 31 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 30 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 29 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 28 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 27 cm, e.g. at least 13 and at most 26 cm, e.g. at least 14 and at most 25 cm, e.g. at least 15 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 16 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 17 and at most 22 cm, eg at least 18 and at most 21 cm, eg at least 19 and at most 20 cm; preferably 19 cm. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 26, wherein the height of the base portion of the container is at least 1 and at most 50 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 45 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 40 cm, e.g. at least 1 and at most 35 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 30 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 25 cm, eg at least 3 and at most 24 cm, eg at least 4 and at most 23 cm, eg at least 5 and at most 22 cm, e.g. at least 6 and at most 21 cm, e.g. at least 7 and at most 20 BE2016 / 5951 cm, e.g. at least 8 and at most 19 cm, e.g. at least 9 and at most 18 cm, e.g. at least 10 and at most 17 cm, e.g. at least 11 and at most 16 cm, e.g. at least 12 and at most 15 cm, eg at least 13 and at most 14 cm; preferably 13 cm, and in which the height of the intermediate part of the container is at least 0.4 and at most 10 cm, eg at least 0.5 and at most 9 cm, eg at least 0.6 and at most 8 cm, eg at least 0.7 and at most 7 cm, eg at least 0.8 and at most 6 cm, eg at least 0.9 and at most 5 cm, eg at least 1 and at most 4 cm, eg at least 2 and at most 3 cm; preferably 2 cm. The container according to any one of claims 1 to 27, wherein the container is made of plastic, plastic, paper, soft board, cardboard, wood, stone, or combinations thereof. A carrier system for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms in a hedge shape, comprising one or more containers according to any one of claims 1 to 28. The carrier system of claim 29, wherein the container (s) is (are) carried at an angle to the ground surface; in which the angle is at least 0.1 and at most 65 °, e.g. at least 0.2 and at most 60 °, e.g. at least 0.3 and at most 55 °, e.g. at least 0.4 and at most 50 °, e.g. at least 0.5 and at most 45 °, e.g. at least 0.6 and at most 40 °, e.g. at least 0.7 and at most 35 °, e.g. at least 0.8 and at most 30 °, e.g. at least 0.9 and at most 25 °, e.g. at least 1 and at most 20 °, e.g. at least 2 and at most 15 ° , eg at least 3 and at most 10 °, eg at least 4 and at most 9 °, eg at least 5 and at most 8 °, eg at least 6 and at most 7 °. The support system according to claim 29 or 30, wherein the composition of the support of the support system is selected from the group consisting of steel, plastic, wood, stone, or combinations thereof. The carrier system according to claim 31, wherein the steel is part of a composite material, preferably steel fiber concrete. A method of growing plants or mushrooms in a container as defined in any one of claims 1 to 28, comprising the steps of: BE2016 / 5951 a) filling the base portion of the container with perennial or mushroom growing medium; preferably solid plant or mushroom growing medium with plant or mushroom cells and / or plant or mushroom bodies, and b) growing the plants or mushrooms in the plant or mushroom growing medium and forming the plant or mushroom bodies in the container. The method of claim 33, further comprising the steps of: - installing a transparent top section, - breaking open the sealed break opening (s) or sealed opening (s) in the bottom of the base part of the container, - attaching the holder by means of a hanging system of the holder to a carrier system, - attaching several holders by means of a hanging system to a carrier system with the formation of a hedge network, and / or - optimizing the angle at which the holder hangs from the ground surface. The method of claim 33 or 34 for growing, storing, transporting, and / or selling plants or mushrooms commercially, further comprising the steps of: - storing the container, - transporting the holder to the sales area, and / or, selling the holder to an intermediary and / or consumer. The method of any one of claims 33 to 35, wherein the mushroom or plant is selected from the group consisting of up-growing, creeping, and hanging plants or mushrooms. The method according to claim 33 or 34, wherein the plant is selected from the group consisting of vegetables, preferably lettuce (more preferably endive, curly endive, mole lettuce, cabbage lettuce, radiccio, red lettuce, Lollo Biondo, Lollo Rosso, red oak leaf lettuce , green oak leaf lettuce, iceberg lettuce, Frillice, Batavia, Roman lettuce, lamb's lettuce, rocket, arugula or red BE2016 / 5951 beet leaf), herbs (more preferably basil, chives, dill, wild garlic, tarragon, chervil, coriander, marjoram, melissa, mint, oregano, dandelion, parsley, rosemary, sage, stevia, thyme or sorrel), edible flowers (more preferably violet, butterbur, cucumber herb, marigold or small marigold) and beets for human consumption 5 (more preferably Swiss chard, beetroot or yellow beet); and, in which the mushroom is chosen from the group consisting of white mushrooms, chestnut mushrooms, chestnut mushroom, shiitake, purple knight mushroom, bundle mushroom, parasol mushroom, field mushroom, beech mushroom, bundle mushroom, chanterelle, enoli, moriel, pied de mouton, pom pom blanc, portabella , trompette de la mort, tropical purse fungus, scaly 10 ink mushroom, oyster mushroom, porcini mushroom, sulfur mushroom and velvet foot; preferably selected from the genus Agaricus bisporus; more preferably the white mushroom or the chestnut mushroom. The method of any one of claims 33 to 37, wherein the steps are automatic 15 are performed. Use of a container according to any one of claims 1 to 28, or a carrier system according to any one of claims 29 to 32 for growing, storing, transporting and / or selling plants or mushrooms. BE2016 / 5951