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Planting density

Planting density is the number of plants per unit area, which determines the area of nutrition and the efficiency of resource utilization by the crop. This indicator directly influences yield formation and is an important tool for managing a variety's potential.

Mentioned in descriptions 5 959 varieties reference book.

Planting density is measured in thousands or millions of plants per hectare and determines the area of nutrition for each individual specimen. At an optimal value, plants utilize light, moisture, and nutrients most efficiently. In the case of high-density crops, intraspecific competition occurs, leading to stem elongation, weakening of the root system, and an increased risk of lodging, whereas in sparse crops, resources are not fully utilized and the area becomes overgrown with weeds.

The choice of density depends on the biological characteristics of the variety, including its developmental intensity and its ability to tiller or form side shoots. Different varieties respond differently to stress factors; therefore, recommendations for planting density should always comply with the characteristics of the specific hybrid or variety provided by the breeder.

The actual density in the field is determined not only by the seeding rate but also by field germination and the survival rate of plants at the time of harvest. The final indicator is adjusted depending on external conditions: with sufficient moisture and high soil fertility, higher rates are acceptable, whereas in arid conditions, density must be reduced to prevent moisture deficit in plants.

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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.

P9874

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc Pioneer Overseas Corporation

IT PT UA
9 records

P64le163

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Pioneer Overseas Corporation, USA

RO SK UA
11 records

P0937

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

IT PT UA
10 records

Mirella

Active

Cucumis melo L. · Melon

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

ES NL UA
7 records

Medusa

Active

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Sejet Planteforaedling I,S

DE FR HR
7 records

Lyra

Active

Dactylis glomerata L. · Cocksfoot

Ing. V. Votava (+) c/o Zuchtstation Vetrov SUP Troubsko / Ing. Ludmila Votavova c/o Zuchtstation Vetrov

DE SI SK
9 records

Kupol

Active

Poa pratensis L. · Kentucky bluegrass

Sjödin, Jan

AT DE SE
7 records

Essor

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

LIMAGRAIN GENETICS

AT DE FR
8 records

Explore

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V. (NL)

HR NL
9 records

Cambria

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

Bejo Zaden BV (NL)

HR NL SK
8 records

Arkaso

Terminated

Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed

RAPS Gbr Saatzucht Lundsgaard (DE)

CZ FR PL
7 records

Convey

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

DLF SEEDS A/S

BE DE NL
7 records

Anadol

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

Paul Degreef

HU NL UA
11 records

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

RIJK ZWAAN ZAADTEELT EN ZAADHANDEL BV, NL

NL UA
6 records

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Olivier Soulie

BG HU UA
8 records

Tomcat

Active

x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale

SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S

DE EE
8 records

Tango

Active

Lupinus angustifolius L. · Narrow-leaf lupin

Poznanska Hodowla Roslin Sp. z o.o

CZ PL
9 records

R1119JI

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

SOLTIS S.A.S

BG UA
6 records

Pandero

Active

Allium cepa L. · Onion

Nunhems, NL

UA
6 records

P0725

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

IT PT
12 records

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

May Agro Seed Corporation (TR)

BG UA
7 records

Secale cereale L. · Rye

KWS Lochow, D

DE UA
10 records

Korsuma

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (White Cabbage Group) · White cabbage

RIJK ZWAAN ZAADTEELT EN ZAADHANDEL BV, NL

NL UA
6 records

Gongga

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Broccoli Group) · Broccoli

Xiaoquanq Liang

NL UA
9 records

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