HVO fuels for more sustainable agriculture
Next-generation diesel for farms aiming to reduce their environmental footprint.
HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil) is a next-generation renewable diesel fuel, increasingly used in agriculture.
Using HVO reduces greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to more sustainable farming, and is the ideal choice for those who want to reduce the environmental impact of their agricultural activities.
Sustainable origin.
HVO diesel is produced through the hydrogenation of waste raw materials, such as used cooking oils or residual animal fats.
This avoids the use of food crops (as is the case with some biodiesels), making it more sustainable from an ethical standpoint as well.
The result is a fuel with chemical characteristics similar to traditional diesel but with significantly lower environmental impact.
Main advantages of HVO:
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Compatible with existing diesel engines:
No engine modifications required.
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Emission reduction:
Up to 90% less net CO₂ compared to traditional diesel. Also reduces nitrogen oxides (NOx), particulate matter (PM), and carbon monoxide (CO).
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Better air quality:
Especially beneficial in enclosed rural environments or areas with people and animals.
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Stability and long shelf life:
HVO has greater oxidative stability and a much longer shelf life compared to traditional biodiesel (FAME).
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Better performance at low temperatures:
HVO’s chemical composition makes it more suitable for cold climates than biodiesel, remaining fluid and clean at low temperatures.
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Free of aromatics, sulfur, and metals:
Making it less corrosive and cleaner for both engine and environment.
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Environmental documentation and traceability:
Enables access to environmental certifications and agricultural funding opportunities.
Compared to traditional biodiesel, HVO offers greater compatibility, stability, and cold-weather performance.
Compatible PASQUALI tractors.
Converting a farm fleet to HVO is easier than you think, as no engine modifications are needed.
All engines in the PASQUALI tractor range comply with EN15940 specifications and are already compatible with HVO ecological fuels.