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.
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
GIE Linea (FR)/Agri Obtentions SA (FR)
Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax
GIE Linea Semences de lin (FR)/Agri Obtentions SA (FR)
Cannabis sativa L. · Hemp
Hemp Genetics International
Oryza sativa L. · Rice
BERTONE SEMENTI SPA
Cannabis sativa L. · Hemp
Paolini Jacopo Vladimiro
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
APSOVSEMENTI S.P.A.
Vicia sativa L. · Common vetch
SEMENCES DE FRANCE
Lupinus angustifolius L. · Narrow-leaf lupin
SAATZUCHT STEINACH GMBH and CO KG
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
CO.NA.SE SOC.COOP.AGR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Biogranum, Novi Sad
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Biogranum, Novi Sad
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Biogranum, Novi Sad
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
UNIGENETIC (BG)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Biogranum, Novi Sad
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Apsovsementi S.p.A., Co.Na.Se. Soc. Coop. Agr.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Bc Institut, HR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Bc Institut, HR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Bc Institut, HR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
RAC Station federale de recherches agronomiques de Changins (CH)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Bc Institut, HR
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Bc Institut, HR
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS SAAT SE and CO KGAA