Zubejda
ActiveLupinus albus L. · White lupin
CZ
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.
Vojtech
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
SK
3 records
Važec
ActiveAvena nuda L. · Naked oat
SK
3 records
Vit
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
SK
3 records
SZK 1
Protection expiredCarum carvi L. · Caraway
HU
2 records
Sorin
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
RO
2 records
Tereza
ActiveCarthamus tinctorius L. · Safflower
CZ
5 records
Rufuss
ActiveSorghum bicolor (L.) Moench subsp. bicolor · Sorghum
CZ
3 records
SO Lear
ActivePapaver somniferum L. · Opium poppy
SK
2 records
Powerhouse
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Sweet Corn Group) · Sweet corn
HU
2 records
Redy
ActivePapaver somniferum L. · Opium poppy
CZ
3 records
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
PL
2 records
PS Amylka
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
PS Luana
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
Muresana
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
RO
2 records
MS Arlis
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
Racek
ActivePapaver somniferum L. · Opium poppy
CZ
3 records
MS Pohoda
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
MS Maidis
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SK
3 records
Luban
ActiveCarum carvi L. · Caraway
CZ
2 records
Lota
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
HU
2 records
Onca
ActiveBrassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
CZ
3 records
Medino
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
CZ
2 records
Meba
ActiveMelilotus albus Medik. · White sweet clover
CZ
2 records