Variety traits
Maturity group is a biological characteristic of a variety that determines the length of its growing season from emergence to full maturity. This trait is a key tool for planning agronomic operations and selecting varieties suited to the climatic conditions of a region.
Mentioned in descriptions 89 063 varieties reference book.
Maturity group represents a biological characteristic of a variety that determines the duration of the growing season from the moment of seedling emergence to the onset of harvest or full maturity. This trait directly influences the choice of production strategy, allowing agronomists to optimize harvest timing, minimize losses due to crop lodging or over-ripening, and adapt crops to local climate conditions, avoiding risks associated with early frosts or drought periods.
The assessment of the maturity group is conducted within the framework of state variety testing on specialized plots by comparing the variety under study with a zoned standard. The duration of the growing season in days is used as a quantitative indicator. The gradation of groups from early-maturing to late-maturing does not have uniform numerical boundaries for all species, as it is based on the biological characteristics of a specific crop and the conditions of the cultivation zone.
Membership in a maturity group is determined by the genetic characteristics of the variety, however, the rate of progression through phenological phases depends on abiotic factors such as temperature regime, moisture availability, and photoperiodism. Cultivation techniques, including sowing dates and fertilization systems, can adjust maturation timing but do not change the genetic classification of a variety into a specific group.
There is an interconnection between the maturity group and biochemical indicators of product quality, such as protein and gluten content in the grain. For effective utilization of this trait, it is necessary to rely on the results of local trials, as a variety may perform differently under various soil and climatic conditions.
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.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Haidash Oleksandr Leonidovych, Cherchel Vladyslav IUriiovych, Dziubetskyi Borys Volodymyrovych,
Lens culinaris Medik. · Lentil
Korzh Zoia Vasylivna, Kulinich Oleksii Oleksandrovych, Klysha Andrii Ivanovych,
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
DEKALB PLANT GENETICS
Ribes rubrum L. · Redcurrant
Kopan Volodymyr Pavlovych, Kopan` Kira Mykolaivna,
Solanum sisymbriifolium Lam. · Sticky nightshade
P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH Herrn Asmus Sören Petersen
Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce
Domaine Public (FR)
Iris L. · Iris
Maveridge Licensing B.V.
Exacum L. · Persian violet
GARTNERIET 3-KANTEN
Daucus carota L. · Carrot
Domaine Public (FR)
Zea mays L. · Maize
NICKERSON SA SEMENCES
Zea mays L. · Maize
Bukrieieva Nataliia Ivanivna, Syvolap IUrii Mykhailovych, Pashaly Olena Semenivna, Stupa Leonid IAkovych, Serikov Volodymyr Oleksiiovych, Piliuhin Anatolii Saveliiovych, Sokolov Viacheslav Mykhailovych, Bielousov Anatolii Oleksandrovych,
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Sogroup (FR)
Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group · Sugar beet
DLF Beet Seed APS
Daucus carota L. · Carrot
Domaine Public (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. subsp. aestivum · Bread wheat
Yvette Milleliri c/o Agri Obtentions s.a.
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE AGRONOMIQUE, FR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Halin Heohiiev heohiiev
Dahlia Cav. · Dahlia
W. LEGUTKO PRZEDSIEBIORSTWO HODOWLANO NASIENNE SP.Z.O.O
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
SCHWEIGER & CO. HANS| Hans Schweiger & Co. (offene Handelsgesellschaft)
Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower
Domaine Public (FR)
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
FARMERS MARKETING CORPORA
Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato
Konst Research, Aardappelveredelingsbedrijf B.V.
Raphanus sativus L. var. sativus · Radish
Domaine Public (FR)
Raphanus sativus L. var. sativus · Radish
Domaine Public (FR)