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.
Pisum sativum L. · Pea
Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Semences Prograin Inc
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Joel Meunier
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Participations,CH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS LOCHOW GMBH, DE
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
SEMILLAS CARGILL, S.A.
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
Semences Prograin Inc
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Nickerson SA (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SAATZUCHTWIRTSCHAFT WALTER
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE S.A.
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Avena sativa L. · Oat
SARL ADRIEN MOMONT ET FILS, FR
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
ITTU GHEORGHESAULESCU NICOLAEITTU MARIANAMUSTATEA POMPILIU
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
I. Panayotov, I. Todorov, N. Tsenov, K. Kostov, I. Stoeva, T. Petrova, I. Iliev, K. Malinski, Nikolae Saulesku
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Vicia faba L. · Broad bean
Saatzucht Gleisdorf