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.
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Patris Zheanson
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Euralis Semences FR
Secale cereale L. · Rye
VETOMAG VALLALAT NYIREGYHAZI KUTATO KOZPONTJA (HU)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SELGEN A.S
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
SAS Florimond Desprez Veuve & Fils
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
Paul Degreef
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Participations,CH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatbau Linz OÖ. Landes-Saatbaugen.reg.Gen.m.b.H.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS Seeds, F
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Muranyi Istvan
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
VRANCEANU ALEXANDRU VIORELCRAICIU DAN SORINSOARE GABRIELAVOINESCU GHEORGHEPACUREANU JOITA MARIA
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
APSOVSEMENTI S.P.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Maisadour Semences, F
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Letourneau Andre, Letourneau Alain,
Zea mays L. · Maize
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Zea mays L. · Maize
Olivier Vimont
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Unisigma GIE (FR)/Advanta Belgium (BE)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Zea mays L. · Maize
ZEAINVENT TRNAVA
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
UNISIGMA