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.
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
SELGEN A.S
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Letourneau Andre, Letourneau Alain,
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Patrice Jeanson
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Veronigue Tramcourt
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Sarl Adrien Momont et Fils, F
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Poljoprivredni institut, HR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Ivica Ikic
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Sarl Adrien Momont et Fils, F
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Florimond Desprez Veuve et Fils, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Secobra Recherches, F
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Donau, A
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Euralis Semences FR
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Patrice Jeanson
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Euralis Semences
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Syngenta Seeds, NL
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Bc Institut, HR
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
KATANSKA-KACZMAREK AGNIESZKA
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pierre GARRAUD
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
SEMENOV ALEKSEJ SERGEEVICh / SEMENOVA ELENA SERGEEVNA / GURINOVICh SERGEJ OLEGOVICh
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
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