Variety traits
Thousand kernel weight is an indicator characterizing seed size, density, and plumpness, expressed in grams. It is an essential tool for calculating seeding rates and indirectly assessing a crop's yield potential.
Mentioned in descriptions 11 999 varieties reference book.
Thousand kernel weight is an integral indicator reflecting the quality of seed material. Large and heavy seeds contain more nutrients, which ensures high germination energy, the development of a robust root system, and uniform emergence. Measurement is performed according to established protocols by weighing seed samples, cleaned of impurities, followed by adjustment to standard moisture content.
The value of this indicator depends on the genetic traits of the variety, as well as conditions during the grain-filling period, including temperature and moisture availability. Agronomic practices, mineral nutrition levels, stand density, and the phytosanitary condition of the crops significantly influence grain plumpness.
Assessment of thousand kernel weight is carried out by comparing actual values with the originator's varietal characteristics or the data of a control variety used in a specific region. Consistently high values within a single variety indicate better grain plumpness and high quality of seed material, which often correlates with final yield.
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.
Triticum turgidum L. subsp. dicoccum (Schrank ex Schübl.) Thell. · Emmer
CREA-CENTRO DI RICERCA PER LA CEREALICOLTURA (CREA-CI-FG)
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Institute of Field & Vegetable Crops (RS)
Fagopyrum esculentum Moench · Buckwheat
Onychko Viktor Ivanovych, Sobko Mykola Henadiiovych, Bondarenko Mykola Pavlovych, Strakholis Ivan Mykolaiovych,
Zea mays L. · Maize
Tkachenko Vitalii Viktorovych, Nesterenko IUrii Mykolaiovych,
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Kochubei Inna Oleksandrivna, Kosov Anatolii Hryhorovych, Kraievs`kyi Anatolii Mykolaiovych, Karpenko Oleksandr Oleksandrovych,
Zea mays L. · Maize
Joel Meunier
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Institute of Field & Vegetable Crops (RS)
Zea mays L. · Maize
Chepolkina Tetiana Fedorivna
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Panicum miliaceum L. · Proso millet
Vicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean
Lupinus albus L. · White lupin
VETOMAG FIRM RESEARCH CENTRE
Papaver somniferum L. · Opium poppy
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Vicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean
Medicago sativa L. · Alfalfa
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Poa pratensis L. · Kentucky bluegrass
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale