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
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Sebastien Chatre
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LABOULET SEMENCES
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LABOULET SEMENCES
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
APSOVSEMENTI S.P.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Jean Pierre Dufourcq
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
MAS SEEDS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SPANAKAKIS ANDREAS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Remy ROUANET
Zea mays L. · Maize
Rainer Leipert
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS, D
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG| CH
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Serasem (FR)/Institut National de la Recherche Agronomique (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
WIERSUM PLANTBREEDING
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
RAGT 2n, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2n
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RESEARCH INST.PLANT PRODU
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Wenzelsche Saatzucht und Lagerhallen GmbH u. Co KG
Zea mays L. · Maize
Dr P. G. Goertz