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.
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
CEBECO ZADEN B.V.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Europe s.a.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Rainer Leipert
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
PLANT BREEDING AND
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
Zea mays L. · Maize
Monsanto Technology, Missouri US
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
Franck CHAUVEAU
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
Lantmaennen ek foer
Vicia faba L. var. minuta (hort. ex Alef.) Mansf. · Tick Bean
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht DE
Zea mays L. · Maize
Robert Taukher
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS Seeds, F
Zea mays L. · Maize
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pierre CAROLO
Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
KWS, D
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Mauthner Warenhandels- und Vermögensverwaltungs GmbH