Theodore
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG
NL
6 records
Variety traits
Falling number
Falling number is a grain quality indicator that reflects the activity of the alpha-amylase enzyme, which affects the viscosity of flour paste. It is measured in seconds and characterizes the grain's ability to resist sprouting.
Mentioned in descriptions 1 568 varieties reference book.
The falling number is a critical grain quality indicator reflecting the activity level of the alpha-amylase enzyme. This enzyme breaks down starch in flour as it is converted into dough. With high enzyme activity, the starch liquefies too quickly, resulting in sticky dough, bread that loses its shape, has uneven porosity, and possesses a dark crumb.
The indicator is measured in seconds using the Hagberg-Perten method, which records the time it takes for a stirrer to fall through a gelatinized grain suspension. The optimal range is 250–280 seconds. Values below 150–180 seconds indicate grain spoilage due to sprouting, whereas values above 400 seconds may suggest a lack of enzymes necessary for a normal fermentation process.
The falling number value depends on the physiological characteristics of the variety, specifically its genetic resistance to pre-harvest sprouting. External conditions play an important role: high humidity, rain, and fog during the ripening period trigger pre-harvest sprouting. Agrotechnical practices, including harvest timing and correct grain drying and storage regimes, also affect the indicator.
Breakdown by crop
Found in these crops
Varieties that feature this in their description
Selection based on the description text, not official resistance ratings: such data is not available in registers. Mention indicates that the trait is discussed in the variety's sources; see the variety's profile for details on what is specifically stated.
Sparrow
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
AT
7 records
Sambadur
ActiveTriticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
AT
5 records
RGT Volupto
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
FR
5 records
Olympus
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG
DK
7 records
Nutka
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
PL
5 records
Monaco
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
AT
9 records
Malacca
Protection expiredTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
FR
6 records
Liseta
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SELGEN A.S
SK
5 records
LG Spotlight
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE
NL
6 records
KWS Equipe
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
FR
7 records
KWS Lili
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
IE
6 records
KWS Kinetic
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
DK
5 records
KWS Horizon
TerminatedTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
BE
6 records
KWS Arnie
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
DK
6 records
LG Detroit
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE
NL
6 records
KWS Siskin
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
BE
5 records
KWS Ladum
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
LT
5 records
Izvor
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAULESCU NICOLAEITTU GHEORGHEITTU MARIANAMUSTATEA POMPILIUPETCU ELENA
RO
6 records
Gleam
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Participations AG
NL
7 records
Floradur
ActiveTriticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
AT
5 records
Elego
ActiveSecale cereale L. · Rye
Saatzucht Edelhof
AT
6 records
Dunston
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
ELSOMS WHEAT
BE
6 records
Enrico
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Landwirtschaftliche Fachschule Edelhof Saatzucht
AT
6 records