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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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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.

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pierre GARRAUD

DE IT UA
7 records

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

LIDEA FRANCE SAS

BG IT SK UA
7 records

LG58390

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Remy ROUANET

BG ES UA
8 records

Cadixxio

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Ragt, F

IT UA
8 records

Rio

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Tovarystvo z obmezhenoiu vidpovidalnistiu "NAUKOVO-VYROBNYChE PIDPRYIEMSTVO "UKRAHROSELEKT"

FR SK UA
8 records

P64LP170

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION

RO SK UA
9 records

P64HE144

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Pioneer Overseas Corporation, USA

IT SK UA
11 records

N4he115

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

NUSEED EUROPE

FR IT UA
9 records

NS 2012

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

NS ratarstvo (YU)

SI UA
9 records

Strukta

Active

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

TAKII EUROPE B V

NL UA
7 records

Manises

Active

Cucurbita pepo L. · Field pumpkin

Rijk Zwaan, NL

NL UA
6 records

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Lidea Frances SAS, F

HR HU
9 records

Landini

Active

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

NICKERSON-ZWAAN B.V., NL

NL
7 records

Kevin

Active

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

Syngenta Seeds B.V. (NL)

HR NL
7 records

DKC2949

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Monsanto Technology LLC, US

BE FR NL PL
7 records

Zea mays L. · Maize

Syngenta participation AG

IT SK UA
8 records

Podium

Protection expired

Zea mays L. · Maize

KWS SAAT SE and CO KGAA

LT LV SK
6 records

LID1015C

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

LIDEA FRANCE SAS

LT SI UA
8 records

NK Nekta

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection AG

BE CZ NL PL
5 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA

BE CZ NL PL
5 records

Extend

Active

Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed

MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY| Monsanto Technology LLC

DE FR PL
6 records

Zea mays L. · Maize

Syngenta Participations AG c/o Syngenta International AG

AT DE IT
6 records

Zea mays L. · Maize

Syngenta Crop Protection AG

LU SI SK
6 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

RAGT 2n

CZ FR NL PL
7 records

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