Cera 270
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
RO
2 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.
AS 33049
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
UA
3 records
Bukoz
ActiveLinum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
PL
2 records
AS 34012
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
UA
3 records
Alexia
ActiveVicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean
FI
2 records
AS 33101
ActiveHelianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
UA
2 records
AS 33034
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
UA
3 records
Avalon
ActiveVicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean
DE
2 records
AS 35114
ActiveHelianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
UA
3 records
Alku
ActiveAvena sativa L. · Oat
FI
3 records
AS 33019
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
UA
2 records
Abel
Application submittedAvena sativa L. · Oat
UA
2 records
AS 15323
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
UA
3 records
Magic
ActiveOryza sativa L. · Rice
Florinda
TerminatedLinum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Dorica
ActivePisum sativum L. · Pea
Axel
ActiveVicia faba L. · Broad bean
Amagrano
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
DE
2 records
Iunia 96
TerminatedLinum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Agram
ActiveLinum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
CZ
3 records
Aversa
ActivePhaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Alexin
ActiveLinum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Flordani
TerminatedHelianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Lacerta
Application submittedTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
PL
1 record