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.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Institut za ratarstvo i povrtarstvo, Novi Sad
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Deutsche Saatveredelung AG,DE
Zea mays L. · Maize
SAATBAU LINZ EGEN
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
MAS SEEDS
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
Stanislavlievich Dushan, Mitrovach Boian, Ivanovich Mile, Stoiakovich Milislav,
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Bedoe Zoltan / Lang Laszlo / Szunics Laszlo / Veisz Otto / Vida Gyula / Karsai Ildiko / Szuecs Peter / Szunics Laszlone / Juhasz Angela
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Semences Prograin Inc
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR
Avena sativa L. · Oat
GURNY YaNUSh / ShOLKOVSKA ALEKSANDRA / GOZYV MIRONA / RATAJChAK DANUTA
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Centrum Rozwoju Soi Aproseed Sp.z.o.o. Poland
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
PARSONS SEEDS LTD
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
RUP «NAUCHNO - PRAKTICHESKIJ CZENTR NAN BELARUSI PO ZEMLEDELIYU»
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Andreas Gertz
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
SC Saaten Union Romania S.R.L.
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Euralis Semences FR