Cereals in Europe: global demand, environmental constraints and technologies to sustain productivity

By Juan Vilar, economics expert, international agronomic analyst, strategic consultant, professor at the University of Jaén and farmer.

The European cereals sector continues to play a strategic role within the global agri‑food system. Despite representing just 6.6% of the world’s cereal‑growing area, the European Union retains significant weight in international trade, particularly in soft wheat, barley and durum wheat, three crops that underpin internal supply flows and market equilibrium.

In a context marked by growing global demand, rising production costs, increasing climate volatility and a progressively stricter regulatory framework, European cereal production is undergoing a phase of structural adjustment, where efficiency and sustainability are becoming decisive criteria for future competitiveness.

Why a Specific Biostimulant Formula for Field Crops?

Field crops (cereals, oilseeds, protein crops and grain legumes) operate under high-volume scenarios, tight margins and significant environmental variability. In this context, a specific formulation that optimises nitrogen (N) efficiency, provides bioavailable sulphur (S) and supplies key micronutrients is critical to maintain yield and grain quality, while also improving the profitability of nutritional management. Terra-Sorb® granum meets this need with a combination of L-α-amino acids, sulphur, boron, zinc and molybdenum, designed to enhance nitrogen assimilation, mitigate stress and boost the translocation of photoassimilates, aspects that are particularly relevant in field crop systems.

Bioiberica celebrates 50 years of sustainable innovation and presents Terra-Sorb® SymBiotic at the Biostimulant World Congress in Barcelona

• Bioiberica commemorates its 50th anniversary by consolidating its leadership in plant biostimulation and strengthening its commitment to the circular economy and the objectives of the European Green Deal.
• The company will celebrate the anniversary by actively participating in the Biostimulant World Congress, held in Barcelona from December 2 to 4.
• Terra-Sorb^® SymBiotic is a biostimulant launched in 2024 that combines L-α-aminoacids with a beneficial microorganism to improve crop productivity and promote sustainable agriculture.

Soil Microbiome Health: Understanding the Difference Between Prebiotic, Probiotic, and Postbiotic

In recent years, attention to the soil microbiome and the rhizosphere has grown significantly, recognizing their key role in plant health and productivity. Within this field, three interrelated concepts have gained prominence: prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics. Although these terms originally come from human health, their application in agriculture is proving to be equally relevant and transformative.

Understanding the differences and synergies among these components allows for optimized plant nutrition, enhanced stress resilience, and the promotion of more sustainable farming.

Allies Against Heat: How Biostimulants Protect Your Crops

Heat stress in agricultural crops is an increasingly relevant challenge due to climate change and the rise in extreme temperatures across various regions of the planet. When temperatures exceed certain critical thresholds for prolonged periods, heat stress is triggered, significantly disrupting plant metabolism, reducing yields, and affecting the final quality of the harvest.

Terra-Sorb® SymBiotic: unlocking the power of biostimulant–biofertiliser synergy

At Bioiberica Plant Health, we’re excited to launch our new video introducing Terra-Sorb® SymBiotic — the first symbiotic biostimulant developed by our team to harness the full potential of both biostimulation and biofertilisation, working in synergy through the Priming Tech™ microbial activation technology.

Experience using Terra-Sorb® complex on soybeans in Brazil

Bioiberica celebrates 50 years of history with Terra-Sorb® SymBiotic at Expoliva 2025

Root Exudates: The Invisible Engine of a Fertile and Productive Soil

Root exudates play a fundamental role in the interaction between plants and soil microorganisms. These compounds released by roots facilitate the establishment of essential biological networks in agricultural ecosystems. Without vigorous root activity, the incorporation of beneficial microorganisms—regardless of how advanced their selection may be—will have a limited impact on plant development.

Evaluation of the performance of Terra-Sorb® granum in wheat under nitrogen limitation conditions: 3 years of experience

The excessive use of nitrogen fertilizers in extensive crops has generated serious environmental problems, such as the contamination of aquifers and greenhouse gas emissions. This makes it necessary to implement alternative strategies, such as biofertilizers and biostimulants, that allow the reduction of synthetic nitrogen without compromising agricultural performance.