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.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Peer Hummeluhr
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
SAATZUCHT DONAU GES.M.B.H. & COKG
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Philippe Moreau
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Pioneer Overseas Corporation, USA
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
MAS SEEDS
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Daniel Shkoro
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
MAS SEEDS
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Therese Christerson
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Landwirtschaftliche Lehranstalten Triesdorf
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
MAYER BERNHARD
Lupinus angustifolius L. · Narrow-leaf lupin
SAATZUCHT STEINACH GMBH and CO KG
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLDING S.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pioneer Overseas Corporation, USA
Secale cereale L. · Rye
WILDE PEER
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pioneer Overseas Corporation/ Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc., USA
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Maribo Seed International ApS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
TEODORESCU ANDREEA
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Zea mays L. · Maize
Rainer Leiper
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION