Wheat
Wheat is one of the oldest and most important grains. It is a major grain crop not only in Bulgaria but all over the world. Of the thousands of known varieties, common wheat (Triticum aestivum) is the most widely used. It is used for the preparation of bread, durum wheat, pasta and others. In addition, part of the wheat is an important ingredient for the industry, for the production of starch, pasta, malt, alcohol and many other products.
In the trade the greatest demand is for feedstuffs, bread wheat and durum wheat.
Corn
Corn is the second most common grain crop in the world. It is rich in fiber, minerals, vitamins and antioxidants. But it also has excellent taste. For this reason, it is widely used in the food industry for the production of corn flour, raw, butter, polenta, chips, tortillas, bread and many others. Corn is also used in the industry for the production of biofuels and various raw materials. Corn grain is used as livestock feed.
Oats
Oats are a grain that is grown mainly for its grains. It is widespread throughout the world because of its ability to survive bad weather and adverse soil. It is known as the healthiest food in the world because of its high content of fiber, minerals, magnesium, copper, iron, phosphorus and potassium. It also has high nutritional values and is an excellent food for athletes and children. After harvesting, the inedible part is removed and the oats are ground. Subsequently, it is used in the food industry for the preparation of flour, grains and others. It is also used for the production of livestock feed.
RYE
Rye is the most resistant of all grains. It is more resistant to frost and drought even than wheat, which is the most widespread. It is grown in conditions where other crops cannot grow. The reason lies in the powerful and well-developed root system. It grows to great depths. So it uses between 20 and 30 percent less water than wheat.
Distinctive for rye is that it retains its nutritional qualities even during grinding and subsequent processing. Therefore, many experts define it as suitable for diets.
Rye has a rich and soft taste. In addition, it contains essential amino acids, magnesium and vitamins such as A, E, B. It is used to produce flour, bread, beer, some types of whiskey and vodka, and animal feed.
BARLEY
Barley is a grain that grows best in temperate climates. It is the fourth most cultivated crop in the world after wheat, rice and corn. Unlike rye, it cannot withstand extreme cold. But it is more resistant to high temperatures than wheat. It can survive a great drought because it does not need much moisture.Barley does not have a well-developed root system and is more demanding on the type of soil.
Its grain is characterized by its high protein content. For this reason, it is widely used for the production of animal feed, breeding for meat such as pigs. Furthermore, it has a high content of amino acids, vitamin C, copper, phosphorus and fiber. That is why barley is used for the preparation of flour, bread, beer and others.
SORGHUM
Sorghum is a grain that is most common in areas such as Africa, Asia and America. Today it is grown all over the world. Many farmers define it as one of the most economical and easy to grow crops. The reason is that it can develop in very unfavorable and even extreme conditions. It easily adapts to the type of soil and climatic features of the area. Therefore, it can grow equally well in large droughts and at low temperatures, in sandy or clay soil.
Sorghum does not contain gluten. For this reason, it is an easily digestible and assimilable culture. It is high in iron, calcium, vitamins B3 and E.
Used for the production of feed for farm animals. In the food industry it is used to make flour, bread, pasta and other products.
Grains
Wheat, corn and oats are the most common grains in domestic and foreign trade. Apart from them, there is a great demand for sorghum, einkorn, triticale and spelt.
Grain trade
Grains due to their high nutritional value and their many applications are extremely popular not only in Bulgaria but also around the world. Technology and the globalization of markets have allowed goods to move freely. And with that, many opportunities have opened up for both producers and buyers. The modernization of production and processing has imposed a high standard of quality.
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