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Definition of sprout damage (SPTD)

Kernels are sprouted if one of the following conditions exist, as shown in these kernels of Canada Western Red Spring wheat.

A single kernel of wheat that shows a sign of sprout damage. A pale yellow area appears in the germ area of the kernel. A single kernel of wheat. The kernel is sound and does not show signs of sprout

Left: An example of a sprout damaged kernel. There is evidence of growth in the germ area of the kernel.
Right: The kernel is sound.

A single kernel of wheat that shows sprout damage. The germ is missing. There is a spot of grey discolouration at the bottom of the kernel. A single kernel of wheat. The kernel is sound and does not show signs of sprout damage.

Left: An example of sprout damaged kernel. The germ is missing from the kernel. There is grayish discolouration that usually indicates sprouting.
Right: An example of a sound kernel.

A single kernel of wheat that shows sprout damage. The bran is split. A single kernel of wheat. The kernel is sound and does not show signs of sprout damage.

Left: An example of a sprout damaged kernel. The bran over the germ is split by apparent growth.
Right: An example of a sound kernel.

A single kernel of wheat that shows sprout damage. The kernel is discoloured. The kernel appears shriveled and the bran is split. A single kernel of wheat. The kernel is sound and does not show signs of sprout damage.

Left: An example of a sprout damaged kernel. The germ is intact, but it is swollen because of sprouting activity.
Right: An example of a sound kernel.