A key indicator of grain plumpness and yield structure in triticale, used for cultivar assessment and calculating seed sowing rates.
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varieties
crop Triticale,
where this is mentioned in the description.
Typical 1000-kernel weight (TKW) values for triticale range from 40–55 g, with the indicator reaching 50–60 g in some cases, which exceeds the grain size of wheat. The classification of seed size for this crop includes low values (less than 35 g), medium (36–45 g), and high (46–55 g and more).
This trait is an indicator of a cultivar's responsiveness to environmental conditions, where a decrease in weight below 28–30 g indicates the impact of stress factors during the grain-filling period. The use of seeds with a high TKW ensures the development of a more robust root system and improves germination, which is critically important when calculating sowing rates based on the actual mass of the seed material.
Varieties of Triticale mentioned in the description
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