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.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Stephane Melkior
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Lidea France SAS, FR
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
KWS SAAT SE&CO.KGaA, DE
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Nordsaat Saatzucht GmbH, Böhnhausen DE
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Rene Baratin
Zea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS Saat AG, DE
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Gleisdorf GmbH, Gleisdorf AT
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS Lochow
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
PETER KONCZOL
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Nordsaat Saatzucht GmbH, Böhnhausen DE
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Selgen a.s., CZ
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Boreal Plant Breeding
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAATZUCHT BAUER GMBH AND CO KG
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pierre GARRAUD