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.
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Genetics Grandes Cultures SA (FR)
Zea mays L. · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Zea mays L. · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIMAGRAIN GENETICS GRANDES CULTURES S.A.
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Verneuil Holding (FR)
Zea mays L. · Maize
Joel Meunier
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Yelena Vanchetovich
Zea mays L. · Maize
Milomir Filipovic
Zea mays L. · Maize
Roelf Suk
Zea mays L. · Maize
Philippe Flammant
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Seeds
Zea mays L. · Maize
KOSTYuChENKO VIKTOR IVANOVICh / BORISOV VIKTOR NIKOLAEVICh
Oryza sativa L. · Rice
NECMI BESER, HALIL SUREK
Zea mays L. · Maize
INSTITUT ZA KUKURUZ ZEMUN POLJE
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Poljoprivredni Institut Osijek, HR
Zea mays L. · Maize
Joel Meunier
Zea mays L. · Maize
Joel Meunier
Zea mays L. · Maize
Philippe Flammant
Zea mays L. · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Zea mays L. · Maize
ZOO NAUCHNO-ISSLEDOVATELSKIJ INSTITUT NONPROFITNAYA KOMPANIYA ZERNOVYX KULTUR
Zea mays L. · Maize
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