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.
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
LEMAIRE DEFFONTAINES S.A.S.
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
ISEA S.R.L
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Apsovsementi, I
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta UK Ltd
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
Danko Hodowla Roslin Sp.z.o.o.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Caussade Semences SA (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Caussade Semences SA (FR)
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Washington State University
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
SVALÖF WEIBULL B.V.
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Syngenta UK Ltd
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
RAGT 2N S.A.S
x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Zea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
S. A. FLORIMOND DESPREZ VEUVE ET FILS
Zea mays L. · Maize
Thomas Mueller, Martina Klein, Susanne Groh,
Zea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL