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Variety traits

Ploidy

Ploidy is the number of sets of chromosomes in a cell nucleus, which determines the biological properties and productivity of a variety. This trait is used in breeding to modify morphological parameters of plants, such as increasing fruit size.

Mentioned in descriptions 10 934 varieties reference book.

Ploidy reflects the number of sets of chromosomes in a plant cell nucleus. An organism can be diploid, having two sets, haploid with one, or polyploid, containing three or more sets. In agricultural practice, this indicator is an important factor in the productivity and stability of a variety, as polyploidy allows for targeted changes in the size of plant cells and organs.

The choice of ploidy level depends on the cultivation goals of a specific crop. The effect of polyploidy is not universal: while it serves as a tool for increasing productivity in some species, such as sugar beet, a diploid set remains critical for others to ensure normal seed set.

Ploidy assessment is conducted during the breeding process and state variety trials using flow cytometry, direct cytogenetic chromosome analysis, or indirect methods based on stomatal cell size. During trials, the stability of the chromosome set is verified, as any deviations, such as the appearance of aneuploid forms, can lead to reduced yields and increased crop variability.

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Breakdown by crop

Found in these crops

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.

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

FR
4 records

Resista

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Ir. C.W. van den Bogaert c/o Zelder B.V.

DE
4 records

Raminta

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Lietuvos agrarinių ir miškų mokslų centras

LT
3 records

Rangifer

Protection expired

Lolium multiflorum Lam. ssp. italicum (A. Br.) Volkart · Italian ryegrass

Forschungsanstalt Agroscope Reckenholz-Tänikon ART

AT
4 records

Lolium x hybridum Hausskn. · Hybrid ryegrass

RAGT 2N S.A.S

FR
4 records

Rezista

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

DLF Seeds, s.r.o., CZ

CZ
4 records

Rapido

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

ROBERTO GUARNIERI

IT
3 records

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Lietuvos agrarinių ir miškų mokslų centras

LT
3 records

Raba

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

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

PL
3 records

Prunus salicina Lindl. · Japanese plum

ES
4 records

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

PGG Wrightson Seeds

IT
4 records

Pyza

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Malopolska Hodowla Roslin Spolka z o.o.

PL
4 records

Raite

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Herbert Korjus 75%, Olga Särak 15%, Sirje Tamm 5%, Rene Aavola 5%

EE
4 records

Prior

Protection expired

x Festulolium Aschers. et Graebn. · Festulolium

ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY

SE
3 records

Primora

Active

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

DLF-TRIFOLIUM| DLF-Trifolium A/S

DE
7 records

Solanum tuberosum L. · Potato

SCHIERINGHALS 1

NL
7 records

Prevert

Terminated

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

GIE RECHERCHE VERNEUIL SEMUNION

IT
3 records

Puga

Terminated

x Festulolium Aschers. et Graebn. · Festulolium

Lietuvos agrarinių ir miškų mokslų centro filialas Žemdirbystės institutas

LT
3 records

Pontos

Terminated

Lolium multiflorum Lam. · Italian ryegrass

Deutsche Saatveredelung AG, Norddeutsche Pflanzenzucht Hans-Georg Lembke KG

DE
3 records

Pulsar

Active

Valerianella locusta (L.) Laterr. · Corn salad

Rijk Zwaan Zaadteelt en Zaadhandel B.V.

NL
4 records

Pol'ana

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

SK
4 records

Pavona

Active

Trifolium pratense L. · Red clover

Agroscope Reckenholz

AT
3 records

Payday

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

Peak Plant Genetics

PL
3 records

Pavane

Terminated

Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley

D.J.VAN DER HAVE

BE
4 records

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