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
RAGT 2n, FR
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
RAGT 2n, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Zhan-Lui Karrera
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
RAGT 2n, FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Secale cereale L. · Rye
KWS Lochow
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Zea mays L. · Maize
CAUSSADE SEMENCES
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS SEEDS
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
MAS Seeds,FR
Zea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Selgen, a.s. Vyzkumne centrum SELTON, s.r.o.
Zea mays L. · Maize
Euralis Semences
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS LOCHOW GMBH, DE
Zea mays L. · Maize
Pierre CAROLO
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Landwirtschaftliche Lehranstalten Triesdorf
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
STRENGS ERBEN| Saatzuchtgesellschaft Strengs Erben (als Gesellschaft des
Zea mays L. · Maize
ROBERT TAUCHER
Zea mays L. · Maize
Rainer Leipert
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed