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
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Dieter Stelling
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Lonnet Philippe
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
STRUBE ESPANA S.A.
Vicia pannonica Crantz · Hungarian vetch
DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG
Oryza sativa L. · Rice
GENTINETTA EUGENIO
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Saatbau Linz eGen (Erwerbs- und Wirtschaftsgenossenschaft)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
PRO.SE.ME S.R.L.
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Semo, CZ
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
KWS LOCHOW GMBH, Germany
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
University of Saskatchewan Crop Development Centre
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Participations,CH
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Misadour Semences, F
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Secobra Saatzucht
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Quality Crops Agro, RO
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Seeds SAS, FR
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
SAS FLORIMOND-DESPREZ Veuve et Fils
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Gerardo Luis Bartolome
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
SYNGENTA SEEDS AG, CH
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Strube Research GmbH&Co KG