{"product_id":"soy-beans-biodynamic-5kg","title":"Soy Beans Biodynamic 5kg","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThese soybeans are grown by \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSlater Farms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, one of Australia’s pioneers in regenerative and organic rice and legume farming. Based in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFairy Hill, near Casino in the Northern Rivers of NSW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the Slater family has been practicing chemical-free farming for over 25 years, led by Karen and Brett Slater. Their farming system is biodynamic, carbon-conscious, and entirely independent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eThe farm’s thoughtful approach to weed management (no glyphosate or synthetic herbicides), biodiversity, and soil health results in nutrient-dense legumes that are as clean as they are flavourful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat Makes These Soybeans Special\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCertified Biodynamic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Demeter) and grown using regenerative practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariety: Hayman\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e – high-protein soybeans prized for tofu, tempeh, and soy milk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eGrown \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ewithout irrigation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—just rainfall, healthy soil, and sunlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO\u003c\/strong\u003e, chemical-free, and packed on-farm to reduce handling and contamination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eExcellent sprouting rate and culinary versatility (it does take a few days though)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat is the Hayman Soybean?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eDeveloped by Australia’s soybean breeding program and released in 2013, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHayman\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a dual-purpose soybean variety known for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExceptional grain quality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, with a high protein content (43–45%)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eA clear hilum and large seed size, ideal for food-grade applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eStrong resistance to lodging and tolerance to manganese toxicity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOutstanding performance in diverse soils and climates, especially the Northern Rivers region\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eIts clean flavour and soft texture make it especially suited to \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehomemade tofu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eplant-based milk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, and \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efermented foods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e like tempeh or natto — although not quite as small as some natto enthusiasts would like (each bean is about 5mm).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eHayman soybeans are ideal for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomemade tofu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and soy milk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMiso\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, tempeh, natto, and other fermented soy products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for salads, stir-fries, and wraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStews and curries\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (after soaking and boiling)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoy-based dips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, pastes, or burger patties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo cook:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak overnight, then boil for 1–1.5 hours or until tender. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eSlater Farms’ soybeans are the cleanest we’ve found—\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efree from glyphosate, synthetic fertilisers,GMOs and irrigation inputs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, yet packed with protein and flavour. The Hayman variety’s performance in both kitchen and paddock makes it a standout. This is a \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etruly local, low-input, high-nutrition alternative\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e to imported soy often grown in industrial monocultures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFAQs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these soybeans organic?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e, they are \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ecertified biodynamic\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e by Demeter—an internationally recognised standard that goes beyond organic in terms of soil stewardship and ecological health. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCan I use these soybeans to make tofu?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eAbsolutely. The \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHayman variety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is specifically bred for tofu production. You’ll get excellent yield, smooth texture, and a clean flavour. Soak, cook, and blend as you would with any food-grade soybean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these soybeans good for sprouting?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. These are untreated and food-grade, making them suitable for \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehome sprouting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Rinse and soak, then sprout on a clean sprouting tray for 3–5 days, rinsing twice daily. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhere are these soybeans grown?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eOn Slater Farms in \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFairy Hill, Northern NSW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, near Casino. The Slaters have been leading the way in regenerative rice and legume production for over two decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre these soybeans non-GMO?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(48, 76, 69);\"\u003eYes. All certified organic and biodynamic products grown in Australia, including these, need to be non-GMO to gain certification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slater Farms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634923503727,"sku":"SOY-SLFA-5KG","price":23.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/Australian_grown_organic_soybeans_5kg_biodynamic_e945c512-1935-42cf-a49d-0c0e26a0e029.jpg?v=1758509507","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/soy-beans-biodynamic-5kg","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}