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Natural fat – in balance
Natural fat – in balanceOur products are based on grey peas, oats, and buckwheat, grown with care and without unnecessary additives. The focus is on high-quality protein, slow-release energy, and natural nutrition – but the quality and balance of fats are also an important part of the whole.Fat content from whole ingredientsThe fat in our products comes exclusively from the ingredients themselves. We do not add refined seed oils or other processed fats. The natural fat content is low to moderate, which results in a stable product that does not unnecessarily burden the body.What fats do our products contain?The fatty acids in grey peas, oats, and buckwheat are dominated by:– Oleic acid (omega-9), a stable and well-studied fatty acid– Moderate amounts of omega-6 in a natural plant matrix– Small amounts of omega-3 that contribute to fundamental balanceThe omega-6 : omega-3 ratio is at a favorable level compared to the average Western diet.Fat balance that does not drive inflammationThe low fat content and the natural structure of the ingredients mean that the products do not contribute to inflammation-driving imbalances and leave room for the consumer to choose their own fat source.Our products work well with:– extra virgin olive oil– cold-pressed Swedish rapeseed oil– fish and omega-3-rich foods– animal fats from wild game or grass-fed animalsA well-thought-out wholeThe combination of high-value plant protein, low fat content, and slow carbohydrates provides products that are gentle on digestion and metabolism and suitable for both active and older consumers. Transparency and freedom of choice. We offer a clean and stable base where the consumer can supplement with the fat that suits them best.Natural. Balanced. Without shortcuts.
Food at the right price
Food at the lowest price – the hidden costIn stores, conventionally grown food may seem cheap. But the price does not reflect reality. It is a price without the hidden costs paid by all of us through taxes, healthcare, water purification, and the loss of nature's resources. FAO shows that the global food system has 12.7 trillion USD/year in hidden costs – more than double what food costs in retail.Hidden costs in conventional agriculture Nitrogen fertilizers: Hidden costs in the EU are estimated at 70–320 billion euros/year. Production requires fossil energy and emits approx. 450 million tons of CO₂/year. High applications lead to nitrate excess in crops and risks to health and the environment. Pesticides: Glyphosate and neonicotinoids harm soil microbes and pollinators. Pollinator loss can mean hundreds of billions of USD in lost crop values. PFAS and chemicals: Spread on agricultural land has been detected in Sweden. Health costs in EEA countries are estimated at 52–84 billion euros/year. Cleanup costs are enormous. Soil decarbonization: Conventional methods lead to loss of soil carbon. The IPCC estimates the contribution at 0.8–1.2 Gt CO₂/year globally. Organic and regenerative food is cheaper in realityOrganic food currently costs on average 20% more in stores. But it reduces hidden costs: higher nutrient density, fewer chemicals, carbon sequestration, and no PFAS. Considering the entire cost picture, organic/regenerative is cheaper for society.Hasta Eco as a modelWith intercropping, biostimulants, and organic fertilizers, Hasta Eco builds soil carbon and nutrient balance. The result is nutrient-dense food that strengthens both humans and the planet – without hidden costs.Sources FAO (2023): The State of Food and Agriculture – True Cost Accounting European Nitrogen Assessment, PBL/JRC ChemSec (2022): The cost of PFAS pollution IPCC AR6 (2022): Land and Carbon Cycle WHO (2016): Health risks from nitrate/nitrite exposure
Environmentally optimal fertilization
Environmentally optimized fertilization – when food strengthens us, not harms usIn today's agriculture, chemical fertilizers are often used to quickly grow crops. However, when we apply too much artificial nitrogen, we create several problems: Plants grow quickly but don't have time to build up the nutrients (minerals, antioxidants, fibers) that are important for us humans. Excess nitrate and nitrite can accumulate in plant tissue – especially when the plant's nitrogen stores are full – and these substances have potential health risks if converted into nitrosamines in the body. The soil's carbon balance is disrupted: microbial life (bacteria, fungi, worms) is weakened, carbon is destroyed, and the soil loses its ability to retain nutrients and water. The plant's collaboration with mycorrhizae and other microorganisms is limited, which impairs mineral uptake (e.g., zinc, iron, magnesium) and biological growth. Several studies report that high nitrogen applications often lead to lower product quality and increased levels of nitrate in edible parts. Nitrate (NO₃⁻) is very soluble and can leach into groundwater if not absorbed by the plant. When part of nitrate is converted into nitrite (NO₂⁻) in the body, this can in some cases contribute to the formation of harmful compounds (nitrosamines). The alternative path: Environmentally optimized fertilizationInstead of flooding the soil with synthetic nitrogen, environmentally optimized fertilization is based on: The right amount at the right time – avoid exceeding the plant's needs. Biologically active fertilizers – fertilizers that activate the microbiome to release nutrients in interaction with the plant. Carbon-building materials – such as biochar, composts, plant residues – which bind carbon in the soil and strengthen the soil's structure. Microbial balance and symbiosis – where fungi and bacteria help the plant absorb the nutrients it needs. Controlled nitrogen supply – avoid the risk of residual nitrate accumulating in the crop or leaching out. When fertilization is balanced, the plant has the opportunity to develop close to the optimal nutrient composition – with high levels of protein, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. The soil becomes richer and more stable, and the risk of us ingesting harmful nitrate/nitrite levels decreases.ConclusionWith high synthetic fertilizer applications, we can lose crop quality, soil health deteriorates, and the plants' natural interaction with microbial life is inhibited. Furthermore, the risk of nitrate and nitrite accumulating in the crop increases, with possible negative effects on our health when they are converted in the body.With environmentally optimized fertilization, we get a holistic solution: soil, plant, and human all benefit simultaneously – by guiding nature, rather than fighting against it.Sources and referencesSantamaria, P. (2006). Nitrate in vegetables: toxicity, content, intake and EC regulation. Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 86(1), 10–17.➝ Overview of nitrates in food, risks, and EU regulation.Colla, G. et al. (2018). Nutrient management in organic farming: Nitrogen use efficiency and nitrate leaching. Scientia Horticulturae, 236, 70–77.➝ Shows how different fertilization strategies affect nitrate uptake and leaching.European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). (2017). Re-evaluation of nitrate and nitrite as food additives. EFSA Journal, 15(6).➝ Risk assessment of nitrate/nitrite and their conversion to nitrosamines.Sutton, M. A. et al. (2011). Too much of a good thing: Nitrogen pollution from human activities. Nature, 472, 159–161.➝ How high nitrogen applications affect the environment and ecosystems.Liu, X. et al. (2016). Nitrogen fertilization and its impact on food quality and human health. Plant and Soil, 405, 1–17.➝ The link between over-fertilization, nutrient quality in crops, and health risks.
Biostimulants
Bio1+ – Biostimulants that create life in the soilFor cultivation soil to develop and provide nutrient-dense food, more than just fertilizer is required – it needs a living microbiome. Bio1+ products are developed as biostimulants that support this fantastic world beneath our feet.Why microbial life in the soil is crucialThe soil's microbiome – bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms – is nature's invisible network. They: Release nutrients and make them available to plant roots. Strengthen the plant so it can withstand attacks from insects and diseases. Improve soil structure and increase its ability to store carbon and water. The plant as a partnerPlants communicate with microbial life by exuding sugars through their roots. In return, they receive minerals and trace elements needed to grow strong. This exchange – often called "the internet of the soil" – also enables plants to communicate with each other and warn of threats in the environment.Bio1+ in the cycleWhen Bio1+ biostimulants are added: The decomposition of organic matter is activated, so nutrients are released at the correct rate. The balance between bacteria and fungi is restored, which benefits the plant's natural defense. The soil becomes healthier year by year – not depleted. Cultivation for the futureWith Bio1+ as part of the Hasta Eco-concept, we build soils where nutrients remain in the system, plants grow strong, and food becomes nutrient-dense and healthy. It's a way to not just grow food – but to grow life.Bio1+ – biostimulants for soil, plant, and human.
Intercropping
Intercropping – nature's own fertilization strategyIntercropping is one of the most effective methods for creating healthy soils and nutrient-dense food. When different plants grow side-by-side, interactions occur that both reduce the need for fertilization and strengthen the soil's biological life.Plant interactionsIn an intercrop of oats and field peas, a unique exchange takes place: Oats need nitrogen to grow. Field peas, thanks to their nitrogen-fixing bacteria in root nodules, can absorb nitrogen directly from the air. Through root exudates, oats can signal their need for nitrogen, and field peas increase their nitrogen fixation – a living example of how plants communicate through the soil microbiome. Rapeseed and white clover – a necessary partnershipRapeseed cannot maintain the soil's microbiome on its own. When grown with white clover, the dynamic changes: Clover protects and maintains the microlife in the soil, allowing important fungi and bacteria to survive. At the same time, clover provides nitrogen and other nutrients to the rapeseed, making it grow stronger and more resilient. When the main crop is harvested, the clover takes over and continues to grow during the autumn. In this way, nutrients are bound for the next season – completely biologically and naturally. No external fertilizer neededWith good intercropping and healthy soils, no external fertilization is needed. Nature's own systems provide the necessary nutrients: The balance between crops and microlife builds carbon in the soil. Nutrients are released at the right pace through biological processes. The soil becomes richer and the plants more nutrient-dense – without artificial additives. References Brooker, R. W. et al. (2015). Improving intercropping: a synthesis of research in agronomy, plant physiology and ecology. New Phytologist, 206(1), 107–117. Bedoussac, L. et al. (2015). Ecological principles underlying the increase of productivity achieved by cereal-grain legume intercrops in organic farming. A review. Agronomy for Sustainable Development, 35, 911–935. Li, L. et al. (2014). Crop diversity for yield increase. PNAS, 111(46), 16624–16629.
Climate, Nature and Agriculture
Hasta Eco – Evaluation of pH development and nutrient dynamics
2017–2025 During the period 2017–2025, Hasta Eco has transitioned to a regenerative, organic farming system based on intercropping, biological activity, and minimal external inputs. Soil analysis data shows clear and consistent improvements in pH, as well as increased levels of phosphorus (P), potassium (K), and calcium (Ca). Summary of observed changes • Clear increase in pH from levels around 5.7–6.2 to stable levels around 6.5–7.0 • Increased levels of phosphorus, potassium, and calcium across large parts of the fields • Increased humus content and improved soil structure • Stable production despite reduced or no traditional fertilization Interpretation of pH development The observed increase in pH occurred without the addition of lime or other direct pH-increasing inputs. This indicates that the change is primarily biologically driven. Soil pH is a result of the interaction between chemical and biological processes, where microbial activity and ion balance play a crucial role. By reducing the use of synthetic inputs while increasing biological activity, the system has shifted from a chemically controlled to a biologically balanced state. Connection to nutrient development (P, K, Ca) Previous analysis showed that levels of phosphorus, potassium, and calcium have increased during the same period. This cannot be explained by the addition of mineral fertilizers, but instead points to increased availability of existing resources in the soil. The most likely explanation is that the biological system has released nutrients that were previously chemically bound or sparingly soluble. Through microbial activity, root exudates, and improved soil structure, these nutrients have become plant-available and thus measurable in soil analysis. Driving processes behind the development • Microbial mobilization: Microorganisms dissolve mineral-bound nutrients and release phosphorus and potassium • Root activity: Deeper and more active root systems transport nutrients from deeper soil layers • Calcium dynamics: Increased calcium availability stabilizes pH and improves soil structure • Increased humus content: Higher organic matter provides better buffering capacity and increased cation exchange capacity (CEC) • Intercropping: Diversified plant systems create a more stable and functional microbial network System change – from input to function The results show that it is not just about adding nutrients, but about activating the soil's own processes. The Hasta Eco system is based on releasing and circulating the resources already present in the soil, rather than continuously adding external inputs. This means that the soil's inherent fertility is reactivated, leading to more stable and long-term sustainable production. Conclusion The observed pH increase combined with increased levels of phosphorus, potassium, and calcium provides strong evidence that the biological system is functioning. By building up microbial activity, increasing humus content, and creating a diversified cultivation system, the soil's function has significantly improved. In summary, the results show that a regenerative agricultural system can restore the soil's natural balance, improve nutrient availability, and reduce the need for external inputs – while maintaining production levels.
Hasta Eco – Phosphorus balance and resilience based on P-HCl and cultivation system
This report complements previous analyses of pH, nutrient dynamics, and volume-compensated phosphorus. The purpose is to estimate how long the soil's phosphorus reserves can support production without external input, based on P-HCl levels and a biologically active cultivation system. Assumptions in the system • Total oat yield: approx. 4 tonnes/ha • Removal in grain: approx. 3 tonnes/ha • 1 tonne of biomass + straw returned to the soil • Intercropping with grey peas (legume) occurs continuously • Active microbiome and increasing humus contentPhosphorus removal With a yield of 3 tonnes of grain per hectare, phosphorus removal is estimated at approximately 10–15 kgP/ha/year. Some of the phosphorus in straw and crop residues is returned to the system, which reduces net removal. System effects influencing the phosphorus balance • Return of biomass reduces net phosphorus extraction • Grey peas contribute to biological activity and improved root structure • Microbial activity mobilizes bound phosphorus • Improved pH level increases phosphorus availability • Increased humus content improves retention and circulation Interpretation of P-HCl (phosphorus reserve) P-HCl values show that the soil contains significant phosphorus reserves. These reserves can, in a biologically active system, be gradually mobilized and made available to plants. Sustainability – estimation Based on observed levels and assumptions about removal and biological mobilization it is assessed: • Weaker zones: approx. 5–10 years • Medium levels: approx. 10–20 years • Strong zones: 20+ years This sustainability assumes that: • Humus content continues to increase or stabilize • Biological activity is maintained • The system continues with biomass return Conclusion The Hasta Eco-system shows that biologically active agriculture can reduce the need for external phosphorus input for a long time. By combining biomass return, intercropping with legumes, and microbial mobilization of nutrients, the system can maintain a functional phosphorus balance over decades. What happens over time will be followed up.
Carbon Sequestration Offer
Regenerative Carbon Sequestration – 2.5 tonnes of CO₂ per hectare per yearHasta Eco offers verifiable biological carbon sequestration through regenerative organic farming.Key points: 2.5 tonnes of CO₂/ha/year – conservatively estimated, on the lower side Based on plant biology, root carbon, and active microbiome Low risk of re-emission No synthetic fertilizers, no chemical inputs BioConverse is used for stability and security, not to inflate figures Why it works:Living soil binds carbon long-term when the system focuses on roots, intercropping, and biological balance.What you are investing in:Real climate benefit – not accounting.Q&AQuestion: Where does the figure of 2.5 tonnes of CO₂ come from?Answer: It is based on established soil biology, experience from regenerative systems, and a deliberately conservative assessment of stable carbon sequestration via roots and the microbiome. Question: Why not 4–5 tonnes as other actors state?Answer: We choose a level that can be achieved every year, even during weaker seasons. 2.5 tonnes is a level we dare to stand by long-term. Question: How securely is the carbon stored?Answer: The majority is bound as stable soil carbon via microbial biomass and soil aggregates – not as temporary above-ground plant mass. Question: What happens during extreme weather years?Answer: The system is built for resilience. Intercropping, cover crops, and biological stabilization reduce year-to-year variation. Question: What role does BioConverse play?Answer: BioConverse reduces carbon and nitrogen losses, stabilizes organic material, and increases the security of carbon sequestration – without increasing the communicated figure. Question: Is this certified?Answer: The cultivation is organic according to EU regulations and KRAV where applicable. Carbon sequestration is based on biological processes rather than financial certificates. Offer / AgreementThe offer includes:Carbon dioxide sequestration corresponding to 2.5 tonnes of CO₂ per hectare per year, based on regenerative organic farming with a focus on long-term soil carbon build-up.Definition of sequestration:Sequestration occurs through biological processes linked to photosynthesis, root development, and an active soil microbiome. The focus is on stable carbon bound in soil structure and microbial biomass.Risk assessment:The stated level of 2.5 tonnes of CO₂ per hectare per year is set conservatively to minimize the risk of over-reporting and ensure long-term credibility.System reinforcement:BioConverse is used as a biologically stabilizing component to reduce nutrient losses, strengthen the soil's microbial activity, and increase the robustness of carbon sequestration.Important principle:BioConverse is used to secure delivery, not to raise the stated carbon level.Timeline:Annual sequestration, repeatable over time with sustained regenerative practices.
How can soils regain and increase their carbon content?
How can soils regain and increase their carbon content?In regenerative systems, soils can not only stop carbon losses – they can rebuild stable soil carbon. The difference lies in how biomass is managed and how the soil's biology is activated.Conventional cultivation system Biomass is often removed or breaks down quickly Mineral fertilization without carbon addition Limited root biomass and low diversity Microbial activity often leads to net loss of soil carbon Typical effect: 0 to –1 ton CO₂/ha/year (no sequestration, often loss) Hasta Eco's regenerative ecosystemsHasta Eco's system is designed to retain, convert, and stabilize biomass, not lose it.Key mechanisms: Field composting & biological conversion Crop residues are treated directly in the field using microbial processes Carbon chains are broken down into stable sugar and humic structures instead of being released as CO₂ or methane Full return of residual biomass Approximately 40% of the harvest not used for human consumption is biologically returned No "waste fraction" – everything becomes a resource Active microbiome (bacteria + fungi) Stimulation of mycorrhizae and microbial biomass More carbon is bound as stable soil carbon in soil aggregates Root-driven carbon sequestration Intercropping provides continuous carbon supply via root exudates Carbon is bound where it is most long-lived: in the soil profile Stabilization via fermentation & BioConverse Reduced nitrogen and carbon losses Increased C/N balance → long-term carbon stability Documented and conservative effect: +2.0 to +3.5 tons CO₂/ha/year Hasta Eco communicates 2.5 tons CO₂/ha/year as: conservative repeatable biologically justified Summary comparisonSystemNet carbon effectConventional–1 to 0 tons CO₂/ha/yearRegenerative (without full circularity)+1–2 tons CO₂/ha/yearHasta Eco (circular & biologically stabilized)+2.5 tons CO₂/ha/yearImportant principleHasta Eco's system uses biological processes to reduce losses, not to inflate figures. Carbon is bound where it stays.References & research support Lal, R. (2004). Soil carbon sequestration. Science Paustian et al. (2016). Climate-smart soils. Nature Six et al. (2002). Stabilization of soil organic matter. Rodale Institute – long-term regenerative trials SLU – long-term Swedish soil experiments (Ultuna, Lanna)
"Food at the lowest price? Calculate correctly."
“Food at the lowest price? Calculate correctly.”Claim: What looks cheap in the store becomes expensive for society.Why: Hidden costs (“externalities”) are passed on to taxpayers, nature, and future generations.Major cost items: Nitrogen (mineral fertilizer): The EU’s hidden costs for nitrogen pollution are estimated at €70–320 billion/year (health, ecosystems, climate). PFAS and other “forever chemicals”: Health costs in EEA countries €52–84 billion/year; cleanup costs can be enormous. Production of mineral fertilizer (ammonia): ~450 Mt CO₂/year (direct) + ~170 Mt (indirect) globally. Pollinator decline (neonicotinoids, etc.): significant societal costs due to reduced crop pollination. The true cost of the food system: FAO estimates global “hidden costs” at USD 12.7 trillion/year (health + environment + climate). What does that mean?“Cheap” conventional food shifts costs to society: water purification, land degradation, climate, health.Organic/regenerative may cost +20% on the shelf – but reduces these hidden costs (less fossil nitrogen, no neonicotinoids, stricter chemical principles, carbon sequestration, healthier soil).Hasta Eco leads the way: intercropping, microbiome, biochar, circular fertilizers → nutrient-dense food without the hidden bill.Sources (selection): FAO (True Cost), European Nitrogen Assessment/PBL/JRC, IEA Ammonia Roadmap, ChemSec/FT on PFAS, IPCC AR6 (soil carbon).PFAS & chemicals in agricultural land PFAS in sewage sludge has been detected in Sweden; found in sludge, soil, crops, and earthworms. Spreading on agricultural land can lead to long-term contamination of soil and water. Health costs in EEA countries are estimated at €52–84 billion/year; societal cleanup is very costly. Organic/regenerative systems that do not use PFAS-related inputs reduce risk and future cleanup costs. Message: Clean water and non-toxic cycles are cheaper in the long run than post-hoc remediation.
We must stop the dangerous chemicals – for our earth, our water, and our bodies
We must stop dangerous chemicals – for our earth, our water, and our bodiesReports that PFAS are spreading in Swedish fields to an increasing extent show how serious the situation has become. These forever chemicals do not break down – they remain in the soil, in the water, in food, and eventually in our bodies. They affect hormone systems, immune systems, and fertility. This is a threat to both people and nature.That these substances are still allowed to be used in agriculture is unacceptable. We cannot allow toxins to be used in the production of our food and spread in the water that future generations will depend on.We show that it is possible to cultivate without toxinsAt Hasta Eco, we work for an agriculture that does not use any chemicals at all. We build our systems on nature's own cycles – with microbiological balance, ecological diversity, and regenerative methods. We use no pesticides, no PFAS, and no synthetic inputs. We collaborate with nature instead of fighting it. Our crops are fully organic, regenerative, and gluten-free. It is possible to create nutritious food, healthy soils, and clean water – but only if we dare to change.Together we can create changeThis is not just about agriculture. It's about what kind of world we leave behind.Therefore, we urge politicians, farmers, and consumers to act: Ban dangerous chemicals like PFAS in cultivation and food production. Support organic and regenerative methods that restore nature's balance. Choose products that are produced without toxins – for your health, for nature, and for the future. Hasta Eco shows that it's possible.We cultivate food that strengthens people, soil, and climate – without poisoning the planet.Let's make Sweden a country where food does not harm, but heals.