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Variety traits

Vigor

Vigor is the genetic ability of a variety for intensive vegetative biomass accumulation or an indicator of seed viability reflecting germination energy and the ability to overcome soil resistance.

Mentioned in descriptions 53 548 varieties reference book.

The vigor of a variety is manifested in the overall development power of aerial organs, including tillering intensity, shoot length, and the rate of leaf area formation. As a seed characteristic, this indicator reflects the ability of seedlings to develop successfully under actual field conditions by pushing through the soil layer, which distinguishes it from standard laboratory germination.

During variety testing, development intensity is assessed visually or through biometric indicators, such as plant height and crown diameter, in comparison with reference samples. Objectivity of the assessment is achieved only under identical agrotechnical conditions, as the manifestation of this trait depends directly on the availability of nutrients, moisture, temperature, and light to the plants.

Hereditary predisposition to vigor determines the suitability of a variety for specific technologies. Vigorous varieties have an advantage in competition with weeds, while less vigorous forms are preferable for intensive technologies that allow for the use of high-density planting schemes and facilitate mechanized harvesting. At the same time, the general state of the plants and the incidence of phytopathogens can significantly suppress the natural growth potential of any variety.

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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.

Jaylo

Active

Solanum melongena L. · Eggplant

NL
4 records

Kasbah

Active

Dactylis glomerata L. · Cocksfoot

PT
4 records

Fiume

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

NL
3 records

Kalisti

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
3 records

KAKAMAS

Active

Prunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach

ES
3 records

Judibell

Active

Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier · Garden strawberry

NL
5 records

Jubilee

Active

Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.) Matsum. & Nakai · Watermelon

IT
3 records

Favorit

Active

Prunus armeniaca L. · Apricot

RO
4 records

Emerald

Application submitted

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
3 records

Indalo

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

NL
3 records

Inka

Active

Brassica oleracea L. (Kale Group) · Kale

CZ
3 records

Giant

Active

Prunus domestica L. · European plum

ES
4 records

Helus

Active

x Festulolium Aschers. et Graebn. · Festulolium

CZ
4 records

Immanu

Active

Secale cereale L. · Rye

IT
3 records

Heidemij

Terminated

Phleum pratense L. · Timothy grass

NL
3 records

Generos

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

NL
6 records

Florin

Active

Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier · Garden strawberry

NL
5 records

Fragaria x ananassa Duchesne ex Rozier · Garden strawberry

NL
5 records

Gulacs

Active

Lolium perenne L. · Perennial ryegrass

HU
3 records

Hizir

Active

Capsicum annuum L. · Bell pepper

HU
3 records

Fletcher

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
4 records

Dalmone

Active

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
4 records

Solanum lycopersicum L. · Tomato

NL
4 records