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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.

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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.

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SK
3 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SK
2 records

IS Solaris

Terminated

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SK
3 records

Vicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean

SE
2 records

Getica

Active

Pisum sativum L. · Pea

RO
2 records

Fricola

Active

Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed

IT
2 records

Felix

Terminated

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

IT
2 records

Diszkosz

Terminated

Lens culinaris Medik. · Lentil

HU
2 records

ES Limes YG

Terminated

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

CZ
2 records

Enei

Application submitted

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

UA
2 records

Csobanc

Active

Festuca rubra L. · Red fescue

HU
2 records

Cera 540

Protection expired

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

Cera 395

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

Clarisa

Active

Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean

RO
2 records

CSF125

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

CSF110

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

Cosmin

Active

Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax

RO
2 records

Bólyi 27

Protection expired

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

HU
2 records

Chicco

Terminated

Pisum sativum L. · Pea

HU
2 records

Cera 380

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

Cera 320

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

RO
2 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SI
2 records

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