Descriptor: Protein Percentage (PROTEIN)

Definition:

Whole kernel protein concentration corrected to a standard moisture level (dry weight basis). Value is expressed in percent protein. The method of obtaining the value is described in the method record and may be by calibrated NIR or using wet lab procedures.

Crop:

Category:

Chemical composition descriptors

Status:

Crop Germplasm Committee approved

Data Type:

Numeric descriptor

Maximum Length:

6

Responsible Site:

North Central Regional Plant Introduction Station  (NC7)