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.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Gabonatermes. Kut. KHT (HU)
Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean
LIMAGRAIN GENETICS
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
BLUEMEL| Hubert Bluemel in Fa. SECOBRA Saatzucht GmbH - Betriebsstaette - / LOUCHART| D. Louchart
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Elena Andreea Teodorescu
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Lidea France S.A.S
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Euralis Semences FR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Landwirtschaftliche Fachshule Edelhof. Saatzucht (AT)
Zea mays L. · Maize
Szilagyi Laszlo / Pinter Zoltan / Balassa Gyoergy / Szel Sandor / Kalman Laszlo / Hefflerne Janosi Anett
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG
Zea mays L. · Maize
Othmar Frei
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Zea mays L. · Maize
Monsanto Technology, USA
Zea mays L. · Maize
Monsanto Technology, USA
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Lantmaennen ek foer
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Hodowla Roslin Smolice Sp.z o.o Grupa IHAR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Daniel Skoro
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Leida Kask 60%,Kaljo Kask 15%,Virve Küüts 10%,Ilme Tupits 10%,Vahur Kukk 5%
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Petran Alexandru-Viorel
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
ITTU GHEORGHESAULESCU NICOLAEITTU MARIANAMUSTATEA POMPILIU
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S