Variety traits
Test weight is a measure of the bulk density of grain, expressed in grams per liter, which characterizes grain plumpness, maturity, and the potential yield of finished products.
Mentioned in descriptions 2 319 varieties reference book.
Test weight is a key physical quality indicator reflecting the degree of kernel plumpness, the presence of endosperm, and the volume of seed coats. High test weight values indicate good grain filling and maturity, whereas shriveled or damaged grain has low density.
This parameter depends on the genetic traits of the variety, growing conditions, moisture content, and the degree of foreign matter in the grain mass. During variety trials, this indicator is evaluated as a physical characteristic that helps determine the stability of grain plumpness for a specific variety under various conditions.
Test weight is assessed using a grain scale (purka), where grain is poured into a standard volume measure under conditions that eliminate subjective influence on packing density. When selecting a variety, agronomists look for indicators that demonstrate consistently high plumpness, which directly affects the grade, market value, and processing suitability of the harvest.
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. · Maize
Syngenta participation AG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
TAYLOR MIKE
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SELGEN A.S
Zea mays L. subsp. mays (Maize Group) · Maize
PIONEER OVERSEAS CORPORATION US
Avena sativa L. · Oat
Boreal Plant Breeding
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Limagrain Europe S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
GYULA ZALABAI
Avena sativa L. · Oat
KWS MOMONT RECHERCHE SARL, FR
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
SW SEED GMBH| SW Seed GmbH
Avena sativa L. · Oat
NORDSAAT SAATZUCHT
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Wiersum Plantbreeding B.V.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Selgen, a.s. Vyzkumne centrum SELTON, s.r.o.
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Wiersum Plantbreeding B.V.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Reino Aikasalo, Boreal Plant Breeding Ltd
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Florimond Desprez Veuve et Fils, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta Participations AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG| CH
Zea mays L. · Maize
Syngenta Participations,CH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Josef Breun GmbH & Co.KG (DE)