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
Saaten Union Romania, RO
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pierre CAROLO
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Jerkovic Zoran, Jevtic Radivoje, Hristov Nikola, Mladenov Novica,
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Poznanska Hodowla Roslin Sp. z o.o
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
ISEA S.P.A.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Ragt 2n, F
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Participations AG| CH
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Ragt 2n, F
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
SELGEN A.S
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Jockovic Bojan, Jevtic Radivoje, Mladenov Novica,
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
KELLY ATKINSON
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2n
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Zahynailo Mykola Ivanovych, Lehkun Ihor Borysovych, Babash Andrii Borysovych, Zahynailo Mykola Ivanovych, Perekhrest Valentyna Arkhypivna, Tarasiuk Vasyl` Prokopovych, Kirdohlo IEvhen Kostiantynovych, Linchevskyi Anatolii Adamovych,
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Societa Produttori Sementi S.p.A
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Universität Hohenheim Landessaatzuchtanstalt 720
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
SC Quality Crops Genetics SRL
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Vlasta Lukachikova, Edita Kraicheva, Dzhozef Stefanka, Zdenek Slamena, Khukhlaiev Ivan Ivanovych, Sichkar V'iacheslav Ivanovych,
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Societa Produttori Sementi S.p.A
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Marco Signor