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Variety traits

Thousand kernel weight

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.

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Varieties that feature this in their description

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 durum Desf. · Durum wheat

CZ SK
5 records

Faur F

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RO
4 records

GK Szala

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

HU
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RO
5 records

Boema 1

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RO
5 records

Borowska

Active

Sinapis alba L. · White mustard

PL
4 records

Bona Dea

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SK
5 records

Adel

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

IT
6 records

MAS 123W

Application submitted

Zea mays L. · Maize

MAS SEEDS

AT IT SK
3 records

Rabea

Terminated

Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed

Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG

EE LT LV
4 records

Maxxens

Protection expired

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

RAGT 2n, FR

CZ FR
3 records

Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum

RAGT 2N S.A.S

IT UA
5 records

Zea mays L. · Maize

RAGT 2N S.A.S

IT LT
5 records

Vetle

Active

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Graminor AS, N-2322 Ridabu

FI
4 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

Syngenta Participations AG| CH

FR NL
3 records

Zea mays L. · Maize

Stephane Melkior

IT UA
4 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

RAGT 2n

CZ PL
3 records

Perseus

Terminated

Zea mays L. · Maize

PAU SEMENCES| PAU Semences (Societe Anonyme)

DE
4 records

KWS 1325

Terminated

Zea mays L. · Maize

DE SK
3 records

LID3260C

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Euralis Semences

IT SI
5 records

Karabol

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Deutsche Saatveredelung AG - DSV (DE)

FR
4 records

Flocke

Withdrawn

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Berthold Bauer (DE)

DE DK FR
3 records

Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize

LIDEA FRANCE SAS

CZ PL
3 records

Traviata

Terminated

Pisum sativum L. · Pea

DANISCO SEED| DANISCO Seed GmbH

DE DK
4 records

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