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 aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Kolesnykov Fedir Oleksiiovych, Fomenko Nina Panteleivna, Vorob`ova Raisa Ahafonivna, Alfimov Volodymyr Oleksiiovych, Filobok Leontii Petrovych, Kudriashov Ihor Mykolaiovych, Bespalova Liudmyla Andriivna, Soliarek Taisiia Fedorivna, Nabokov Henadii Dmytrov
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Artemchuk Iryna Petrivna, Lohvynenko Valentyna Fedorivna, Morhun Volodymyr Vasylovych, Koliuchyi Vasyl` Trokhymovych, Sorokin Volodymyr Valentynovych, Cheremkha Olena Maksymivna, Volohodina Halyna Borysivna, Zamlila Nina Petrivna, Lebedieva Halyna Danyliv
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Limagrain Genetics Grandes Cultures SA (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Limagrain Nederland B.V.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLDING S.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Philippe Flammant
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
Euralis Semences
Zea mays L. · Maize
BIANCHI PROF. ANGELO
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Hyskie Ivan Mykolaiovych, Bohdan Ihor` Vyktorovych,
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Hupalo Halyna Pavlivna, Huba Iryna Ivanivna, Kovalchuk Serhii Oleksandrovych, Oskirko Larysa Mykhailivna, Koval` Nataliia Mykhailivna, Starychenko Vasyl Mykolaiovych,
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLDING S.A.
Fagopyrum esculentum Moench · Buckwheat
Popchyns`ka Nina IAkivna, Fitsner IEfrosiia Hryhorivna, Kashmel` Zinaina Oleksandrivna, Maiseieko Halyna IAkivna, Dubovyk Olena Ivanivna, Anokhina Tetiana Oleksandrivna,
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLDING S.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Budilka Hanna Illivna, Haidash IEvheniia Volodymyrivna, Rozhkovan Valentyn Vasyl`ovych, Komarova Iryna Borysivna, Vynovets` Volodymyr Hryhorovych, Pleten` Serhii Volodymyrovych,
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Lozins`kyi Mykola Vladyslavovych, Chaika Anatolii Mykolaiovych, Dubova Oksana Anatoliivna, Burdeniuk - Tarasevych Larysa Anatoliivna,
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Maisadour Societe Cooperative Agricole (FR)
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Dr.Peer Wilde
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Genetics Grandes Cultures SA (FR)