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 durum Desf. · Durum wheat
SEIBERT DR.| Dr. Seibert c/o Zuchtstation Lilienhof Probstdorf, N.Oe.
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Selgen, a.s. Vyzkumne centrum SELTON, s.r.o.
Vicia faba L. · Broad bean
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Bauer GmbH & Co KG
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
NORDSAAT SAATZUCHT
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Co.Na.Se. Soc. Coop. Agr., Apsovsementi S.p.A.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Institut za ratarstvo i povrtarstvo, Novi Sad (RS)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SAATZUCHT JOSEF BREUN GMBH and CO.KG
Vicia faba L. · Broad bean
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
SPAETH HANS| Erbe/Erbengemeinschaft Dr. Hans Rolf Spaeth
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Vicia faba L. · Broad bean
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Limagrain Nederland B.V.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SELGEN A.S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SARL ADRIEN MOMONT ET FILS, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Philipp Karoshi
Vicia faba L. · Broad bean
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
Limagrain Nederland B.V.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Sejet Planteforaedling I,S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
VASILESCU LILIANABUDE ALEXANDRUPOPESCU CONSTANTA
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SAATZUCHT JOSEF BREUN GmbH&Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAATZUCHT DONAU GESMBH&COKG