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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.

Alissa

Terminated

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Nickerson International Research SNC (FR)

CZ DE
6 records

Immensal

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Syngenta Seeds B.V.

NL
6 records

Vegalim

Active

Asparagus officinalis L. · Asparagus

Limseeds B.V.

NL
5 records

Vihor

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Delta agrar, Beograd

HR
7 records

Tacoma

Active

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

RIJK ZWAAN ZAADTEELT EN ZAADHANDEL BV, NL

NL
5 records

SV3035LF

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Seminis Vegetable Seeds

NL
5 records

Sunlim

Active

Asparagus officinalis L. · Asparagus

Limseeds B.V.

NL
6 records

Sagunto

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

SEMILLAS FITO' S.A.

IT
8 records

Questar

Active

Brassica rapa L. subsp. pekinensis (Lour.) Hanelt · Napa cabbage

TAKII JAPAN and CO. 180 UMEKOJI

NL
4 records

Pelikan

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Delta agrar, Beograd

HR
6 records

Posejdon

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Delta agrar, Beograd

HR
6 records

Pasat

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Delta agrar, Beograd

SK
5 records

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Institut za ratarstvo i povrtarstvo, Novi Sad

RO
5 records

Maestral

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Delta agrar, Beograd

SK
5 records

Indem668

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Corporation/ Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc., USA

IT
6 records

Gondola

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Syngenta, NL

NL
6 records

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

ROTARU VITALIJ FEDOROVICh / ROTARU IGOR' FEDOROVICh / ROTARU TUDOR GRIGOR'EVICh

UA
6 records

Dukat

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

SELSEM DOO, Belgrade, Serbia

SK
5 records

Brassica oleracea L. (Cauliflower Group) · Cauliflower

Rijk Zwaan Budapest, H

NL
4 records

Beluga

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Cosun Seed, S. Mitrovica

SK
4 records

Antedis

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

BEJO ZADEN

NL
5 records

Artost

Active

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

BEJO ZADEN B.V, NL

NL
5 records

Amazon

Active

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

BEJO ZADEN B.V.

NL
5 records

Hisco

Active

Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed

KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR

FR HR
5 records

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