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.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Fagopyrum esculentum Moench · Buckwheat
Przedsiebiorstwo Hodowlano-Nasienne sp. z o.o.
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Semences Prograin Inc
Zea mays L. · Maize
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Hodowla Soi Agroyoumis Polska Sp. Z.o.o.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
REINER BOTHE
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
PHILIPPE JOUVE
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
TURNER JOHN ANTHONY
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
STRAUSS DIETMAR
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Selgen a.s., CZ
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Lochow-Petkus GmbH (DE)
Zea mays L. · Maize
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Zea mays L. · Maize
Monsanto Technology, USA
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Saaten Union, RO
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN VERNEUIL HOLD.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
PLANT SELECT, SPOL. S R.O.
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Výzkumné Centrum Selton s.r.o., Selgen A.S.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Participations,CH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Hadmersleben
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Wiersum Plantbreeding B.V.
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
STINE SEED Co, USA