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 aestivum L. subsp. spelta (L.) Thell. · Spelt
Schernthaner Johannes Bio-Bauernhof
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Sudwestsaat GmbH (DE)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SECOBRA Saatzucht GmbH Herrn Hubert Bluemel - Betriebsstaette -
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
PROBTSDORFER SAATZUCHT
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Dr.J. Ackermann (DE)
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Limagrain Europe S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAULESCU NICOLAEITTU GHEORGHEMUSTATEA POMPILIUITTU MARIANAMARINCIU CRISTINA MIHAELASERBAN GABRIELA
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
ISEA S.R.L
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Apsovsementi, I
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
ING. MIROSLAV KADLEC
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
SEMILLAS BATLLE S.A.
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
S. A. FLORIMOND DESPREZ VEUVE ET FILS
Ornithopus sativus Brot. · Serradella
Fertiprado Sementes e Nutrientes Ltda.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Stephanie Franck^^^Peter Franck^^^Norbert Starck
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Gesellschaft für goetheanistische Forschung e.V.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Semundo Limited (GB)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Victor Desprez