Demetra
ActiveHelianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
RO
3 records
Variety traits
Thousand kernel weight
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.
Breakdown by crop
1000-kernel weight of maize
566
1000-kernel weight — soft wheat
557
1000-seed weight of sunflower
443
1000-kernel weight of barley
323
1000-seed weight — Soybean
207
1000-grain weight of peas
165
1000-kernel weight of maize
159
1000-kernel weight — oat
115
1000-kernel weight — durum wheat
113
1000-kernel weight of triticale
109
1000-seed weight of rapeseed
107
1000-grain weight — rye
65
1000-seed weight of rapeseed
63
1000-seed weight of common bean
62
1000-seed weight — flax
46
1000-grain weight of rice
38
1000-grain weight of sorghum
35
1000-kernel weight — faba bean
30
1000-kernel weight of chickpea
28
1000-kernel weight — small-seeded faba bean
21
1000-kernel weight — white mustard
17
1000-grain weight of buckwheat
16
1000-seed weight — narrow-leaved lupin
15
1000-seed weight — Cannabis sativa
15
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.
Diana
Protection expiredCannabis sativa L. · Hemp
RO
3 records
Cassiopea
ActiveOryza sativa L. · Rice
RO
3 records
Carla TD
Protection expiredGlycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
RO
3 records
Catria
Activex Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
IT
4 records
Calipso
ActiveGlycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
IT
3 records
Bruno
ActivePisum sativum L. · Pea
LV
4 records
Beta 11
ActiveVicia sativa L. · Common vetch
HU
3 records
Adina SV
ActiveHordeum vulgare L. · Barley
RO
3 records
Balkányi 23
ActiveLupinus albus L. · White lupin
HU
3 records
Artturi
ActiveHordeum vulgare L. · Barley
FI
4 records
Avuno
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RO
3 records
Atalis
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
BG
5 records
Ansis
ActiveHordeum vulgare L. · Barley
LV
4 records
Arieșan
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RO
3 records
Alva
TerminatedTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
INIAV - Instituto Nacional de Investigacao Agraria e Veterinaria.
PT
3 records
CE 220
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
SK
3 records
SY Plantus
TerminatedTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
AT
DE
2 records
PS Jeldka
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
Rubiota
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. subsp. spelta (L.) Thell. · Spelt
CZ
2 records
PN Mislina
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. subsp. spelta (L.) Thell. · Spelt
SK
3 records
Lesix
ActiveCarum carvi L. · Caraway
CZ
2 records
Ilzu
ActiveLupinus albus L. · White lupin
CZ
2 records
Ellispe
TerminatedTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
2 records