Variety traits

Test weight

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.

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Breakdown by crop

Test Weight of Soft Wheat 185 Barley Test Weight 103 Test weight of oats 48 Triticale Test Weight 36 Test Weight of Durum Wheat 36 Corn test weight 31 Test weight of rye 22 Sunflower seed test weight 12 Test Weight of Corn 6 Spelt grain bulk density 4 Test weight — soft wheat 3

Found in these crops

Bread wheat 482 Barley 242 Durum wheat 117 Oat 116 Triticale 96 Maize 93 Rye 34 Maize 27 Sunflower 24 Naked oat 11 Wheat 9 Spelt 7

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.

Grommit

Protection expired

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

PLANT BREEDING INTERNATIONAL CAMBRIDGE

DK SE

6 records

Flocke

Active

Avena sativa L. · Oat

Berthold Alter

DE FI

5 records

FD19E42

Active

Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower

Maria Stanciu, Danil Stanciu, Maria Joita-Pacureanu,

RO UA

6 records

Elyfer

Active

Avena sativa L. · Oat

Landwirtschaftliche Fachschule Edelhof Saatzucht

FR IE

5 records

Protection expired

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Streng Wintergersten GbR

DE FR

6 records

RGT Tocayo

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RAGT 2n

5 records

Acrobatic

Active

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