Variety traits
Hordeum vulgare L.
An indicator of barley seed quality that determines the ability of seeds to form uniform seedlings under field conditions; it is more accurate than laboratory germination.
In the reference 41 varieties crop Barley, where this is mentioned in the description.
To assess barley vigor, researchers use the morphophysiological rolled towel method, germination in substrate, accelerated aging, and calculated indices (SVI) based on seedling length or dry mass. Modern instrumental methods utilize digital image analysis systems to automatically calculate root and shoot development parameters.
A vigor level of at least 80% is considered a standard indicator for high-quality barley planting material. This parameter is subject to significant fluctuations depending on varietal characteristics and seed cultivation conditions, determining field emergence, seedling competitiveness, and crop productivity potential.
Low vigor in barley cultivation leads to sparse crop stands, prolonged tillering, and uneven plant ripening. High vigor ensures the rapid formation of the root system and leaf area, which increases resistance to soil-borne pathogens and contributes to higher final yields.
General information about the subject — on the page Vigor.
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SARL ADRIEN MOMONT ET FILS, FR
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta UK Ltd
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Crop Protection AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta UK Ltd
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SECOBRA RECHERCHES S.A.S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
RAGT 2N S.A.S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Zemědělský výzkumný ústav Kroměříž, s.r.o. (CZ)
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
CARLSBERG A/S GROUP RESEARCH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Nordic Seed A/S
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
LIMAGRAIN EUROPE
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Nordsaat Saatzucht GmbH Saatzucht Langenstein
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS UK LTD
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
KWS UK LTD
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta UK Ltd
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Syngenta Participations AG| CH
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Miln Marsters Group
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Apsovsementi S.p.A., CREA-GB
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SAATZUCHT JOSEF BREUN GMBH and CO.KG
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
SERASEM
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Apsovsementi, I
Hordeum vulgare L. · Barley
Carlsberg A/S Group Research (DK)