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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.

Cucumis melo L. · Melon

Sakata Seed Corporation, JP

FR
4 records

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

VENTUROLI SEMENTI S.R.L.

IT
3 records

Dublo

Active

x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale

SAATZUCHT STRENG-ENGELEN GMBH&CO. KG

DE
4 records

Deuce

Active

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

TAKII & CO LTD

NL
3 records

Coventry

Active

Daucus carota L. · Carrot

BEJO ZADEN

NL
4 records

Medicago sativa L. · Alfalfa

RAGT 2N S.A.S

FR
4 records

David

Active

Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato

Vesa Velhartice a.s.

CZ
5 records

Corsica

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Fred B. Ladeboer c/o Ladeboer Seed, LLC

DE
4 records

Darlise

Active

Asparagus officinalis L. · Asparagus

SC Darbonne (FR)

FR
6 records

Convoy

Active

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

TAKII JAPAN and CO. 180 UMEKOJI

NL
3 records

Cerveira

Protection expired

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Syngenta Seeds, NL

NL
5 records

Cecil

Active

Festuca rubra L. · Red fescue

DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG

DE
4 records

Bravo

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Cabbage Group) · Cabbage

SAS HM Clause (FR)

HR
3 records

Calibai

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)

FR
4 records

Borowiak

Active

Avena sativa L. · Oat

Malopolska Hodowla Roslin Spolka z o.o.

PL
3 records

Brassoli

Application submitted

Brassica oleracea L. (Curly kale Group) · Curly kale

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
4 records

Bancal

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

IRTA (G. CATALUÑA)

ES
5 records

Bogota

Active

Fragaria L. · Strawberry

WASSENAR LEENDERT MICHIEL

IT
3 records

Beronas

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
5 records

Beduina

Active

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel BV (NL)

FR
4 records

Bardyno

Active

Festuca arundinacea Schreb. · Tall fescue

Barenbrug Holland BV (NL)

FR
3 records

Lactuca sativa L. · Lettuce

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
7 records

Baronesa

Active

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
4 records

Ariel

Active

Cucurbita moschata Duchesne · Butternut squash

SAKATA SEED SUDAMERICA LTDA

ES
3 records

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