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.
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SARL ADRIEN MOMONT ET FILS, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta UK Ltd
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Florimond Desprez, F
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Nordsaat Saatzuchtgesellschaft mbH
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
KWS UK LTD
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
SEJET PLANT BREEDING
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Saatzucht Josef Breun GmbH & Co.KG (DE)
Secale cereale L. · Rye
Peter Skov Kristensen
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Wirtschaftsgemeinschaft Gut Boldebuck GmbH % Co. KG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations,CH
Zea mays L. · Maize
PIONEER HI-BRED INTERNATIONAL
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Sadik El Sayed
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
PHILIPPE MOMONT
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS Lochow
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Patrice Senellart
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
Syngenta Participations AG
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Washington State University Office of Commercialization
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Selgen, CZ
Avena sativa L. · Oat
NORDSAAT SAATZUCHT
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
Nordsaat Saatzucht GmbH Saatzucht Langenstein
Avena sativa L. · Oat
NORDSAAT SAATZUCHT
Triticum durum Desf. · Durum wheat
STAZIONE CONSORZIALE SPERIMENTALE DI GRANICOLTURA PER LA SICILIA
Triticum aestivum L. · Bread wheat
FLORIMOND DESPREZ VEUVE ET FILS
Helianthus annuus L. · Sunflower
Syngenta Crop Protection AG