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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

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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.

Thimea

Active

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

Saatzucht Donau GmbH & Co.KG

AT
4 records

Svilena

Terminated

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

A. Karaivanov, K. Kostov, I. Stoeva, A. Tsenov, I. Stoyanov, I. Iliev, S. Mihova, T. Rachinski, N. Nikolova

BG
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Syngenta Participations AG| CH

FR
4 records

Tasso

Active

Glycine max (L.) Merr. · Soybean

Saatzucht Bauer GmbH & Co KG

DE
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

F.LLI COZZI S.N.C.

IT
3 records

Rozhen

Active

x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale

Iliya Stankov, Petra Stankova, Asen Dimov, Nevena Peychinova

BG
4 records

Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat

RAGT 2N S.A.S

FR
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RAGT CZECH S.R.O.

SK
4 records

Riposta

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Hodowla Roslin Strzelce Sp z.o.o. Grupa IHAR

PL
5 records

x Triticosecale Wittm. ex A. Camus · Triticale

RAGT 2N S.A.S

FR
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

RAGT 2n

SE
4 records

Purino

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S

DE
4 records

Avena nuda L. · Naked oat

Národné Polnohospodárske a Potravinárske Centrum (NPPC)

SK
5 records

Phildor

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Unisigma G.I.E., Limagrain Europe S.A.S.

FR
5 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Anne Ingver 20%, Merlin Haljak 10%, Reine Koppel 70% Centre of Estonian Rural Research and Knowledge

EE
4 records

Peloton

Active

Avena nuda L. · Naked oat

ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY (GB)

FR
4 records

Paiva

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

INIAV - Instituto Nacional de Investigacao Agraria e Veterinaria.

PT
3 records

Oxford

Active

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

DEUTSCHE SAATVEREDELUNG AG

FR
4 records

P1921y

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

PT
4 records

P1772

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

Pioneer Overseas Corporation, Pioneer Hi-Bred International Inc.

IT
4 records

P1306w

Active

Zea mays L. · Maize

PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL

IT
4 records

Opal F

Active

Linum usitatissimum L. · Common flax

IONESCU NICULINA

RO
4 records

Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat

Nordic Seed A/S

DK
4 records

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