The value of combining biostimulation and nutrition at cereal cultivation phase

The value of combining biostimulation and nutrition at cereal cultivation phase

The start of cereal cultivation is one of the most crucial phases of the entire growing season. In the first few weeks, the yield potential is defined: tillering is established, the root system develops and the plant ability to recover from damage or stress is determined. All of this directly influences the number of fertile ears and the final uniformity of the crop.

This season, marked by the presence of the barley midge (Mayetiola destructor) in various growing regions, has highlighted the importance of reinforcing early cereal management. This is especially true given the adjustments to phosphate fertilization and the increased area under crops such as barley, oats and triticale. In this scenario, it is essential to go beyond phytosanitary treatments and to invest in solutions that favor a strong start of the crop and stability from the outset.

A strategy that works from the ground up

The combined application of TOTEM and AMINOFULVAT in the initial interventions is a high-value agronomic tool to improve cereal implantation and promote a more balanced initial development.

TOTEM incorporates active microorganisms from Bacillus velezensis HE05 along with a fermented fraction rich in bioactive compounds. This combination directly stimulates root system development, promoting the growth of lateral roots and root hair. The result is a larger soil exploration surface and stronger implantation, even in situations of low nutrient availability or after early crop damage.

Besides, the microorganism facilitates mineral nutrition: it releases siderophores that improve the uptake of iron and phosphatases that help mobilize less accessible phosphorus from the soil. These two aspects are especially relevant in seasons where phosphorus applications are reduced. Thanks to this, the plant maintains constant and efficient activity in the early stages, achieving more balanced tillering and more uniform growth.

AMINOFULVAT: Nutritional and physiological support

The action of TOTEM is reinforced by AMINOFULVAT, creating a favorable environment for both the root and the microorganism activity. Its content of fulvic acids, plant-based amino acids, GABA and betaines helps the crop maintain an active metabolism against stressful situations such as cold, occasional drought or lack of oxygen in the soil.

This active organic fraction improves nutrient mobility and revitalizes the rhizosphere, acting as a true nutritional support. The interaction between these two products creates a probiotic-prebiotic effect that enhances beneficial microbial activity and boosts the crop physiological response, achieving a greater impact than would be obtained with each solution separately.

More value with every application

Applying TOTEM + AMINOFULVAT in the early phases of cereal growth transforms a routine application into an intervention with a real physiological impact. The crop has a more active root system, greater soil exploration capacity, better-structured tillering and more efficient use of available nutrients since the beginning.

These advantages are especially noticeable in demanding seasons marked by early pest pressure, lower phosphorus availability or variable environmental conditions. The result is a more uniform cereal, with a greater number of fertile offspring and greater stability throughout the rest of the cycle.

In a context where every decision counts, the TOTEM + AMINOFULVAT strategy is proving to be an effective solution for farmers seeking to ensure a good start of cultivation and lay the foundation for a more stable and productive season from the outset.