RGT Ozzone
ActiveBrassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
RAGT 2n, FR
FR
4 records
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.
Breakdown by crop
1000-kernel weight of maize
566
1000-kernel weight — soft wheat
557
1000-seed weight of sunflower
443
1000-kernel weight of barley
323
1000-seed weight — Soybean
207
1000-grain weight of peas
165
1000-kernel weight of maize
159
1000-kernel weight — oat
115
1000-kernel weight — durum wheat
113
1000-kernel weight of triticale
109
1000-seed weight of rapeseed
107
1000-grain weight — rye
65
1000-seed weight of rapeseed
63
1000-seed weight of common bean
62
1000-seed weight — flax
46
1000-grain weight of rice
38
1000-grain weight of sorghum
35
1000-kernel weight — faba bean
30
1000-kernel weight of chickpea
28
1000-kernel weight — small-seeded faba bean
21
1000-kernel weight — white mustard
17
1000-grain weight of buckwheat
16
1000-seed weight — narrow-leaved lupin
15
1000-seed weight — Cannabis sativa
15
Found in these crops
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.
Rochester
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
CZ
PL
3 records
DKC3711
Protection expiredZea mays L. · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
AT
UA
4 records
ZP341
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Maize Research Institute Zemun Polje
BG
IT
3 records
DS0493B
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
F.K. Roeber
SK
UA
5 records
DKC3507
TerminatedZea mays L. · Maize
William Bourdoncle, Eckhard Holzhausen,
IT
UA
5 records
ZP 427
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Milomir Filipovic
UA
5 records
Starmas
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
IT
UA
3 records
MAS 44CR
Application submittedZea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
IT
RO
3 records
MAS 282K
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
IT
UA
3 records
MAS 20F
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Maisadour Semences, FR
CZ
FR
3 records
RGT Hexxagone DUO
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
IT
RO
4 records
Yvanoey
ActiveZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Europe, FR
CZ
FR
3 records
MAS 400D
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
IT
UA
3 records
Codeos
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Pierre GARRAUD
IT
UA
5 records
MAS 300B
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
IT
UA
3 records
SU Hystoric
ActiveTriticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
ASUR Plant Breeding S.A.S
FR
4 records
Stromboli CS
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
IT
SK
3 records
SW Pastell
TerminatedBrassica napus L. · Rapeseed
Lantmännen SW Seed
EE
LT
LV
4 records
SU Alesi
WithdrawnSecale cereale L. · Rye
HYBRO SAATZUCHT GMBH and CO KG
CZ
DE
LT
3 records
Piave
TerminatedZea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
ASGROW SEED CO
ES
FR
3 records
Tabor
ActiveFagopyrum tataricum (L.) Gaertn. · Tartary buckwheat
P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH, Grudhof DE
DE
HU
UA
4 records
Tabea
ActiveFagopyrum tataricum (L.) Gaertn. · Tartary buckwheat
P.H. Petersen Saatzucht Lundsgaard GmbH, Grudhof DE
DE
HU
UA
4 records
MT261
ActiveZea mays L. · Maize
Maize Technologies International
IT
UA
3 records