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
KWS SAAT SE&CO.KGaA, DE
Zea mays L. · Maize
Semillas Fito
Avena sativa L. · Oat
SCHACHSCHNEIDER| NORDSAAT Saatzuchtgesellschaft mit beschraenkter Haftung Herrn Dr. Ralf Schachschneider / GERIES| H. Geries in Fa. NORDSAAT Saatzuchtgesellschaft mbH -Zuchtabteilung Granskevitz-
Zea mays L. · Maize
KWS, D
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Lidea France SAS, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Zea mays L. · Maize
MAS Seeds, F
Avena sativa L. · Oat
INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE AGRONOMIQUE, FR
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Limagrain Verneuil Holding (FR)
Brassica napus L. · Rapeseed
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Phaseolus vulgaris L. · Common bean
PLANTICO HODOWLA I NASIENNICTWO OGRODNICZE ZIELONKI SP. Z O.O.
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
KWS SAAT SE & CO.KGAA
Oryza sativa L. · Rice
ESERCIZIO SEMENTI S.R.L.
Phaseolus coccineus L. · Runner bean
PLANTICO HODOWLA I NASIENNICTWO OGRODNICZE ZIELONKI SP. Z O.O.
Vicia sativa L. · Common vetch
Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR
Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench · Sorghum
Franck CHAUVEAU
Zea mays L. · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
LIDEA FRANCE SAS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Syngenta Crop Protection AG, CH
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Landwirtschaftliche Fachschule Edelhof Saatzucht
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
Monsanto Technology LLC (SAD)
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
MONSANTO TECHNOLOGY
Brassica napus var. napus · Rapeseed
HANS SVENSK, C/O SVALÖF WEIBULL AB