Important update: Proposed postponement of EUDR implementation
On 2nd October, the European Commission proposed postponing the application (enforcement) date for the EUDR by one year. If approved, the regulation will apply to most businesses from 30 December 2025, and from 30 June 2026 for some small and microenterprises. We will continue to provide updates as further developments occur.
This regulation applies to companies placing relevant commodities or products on the EU market, or exporting them from it. They will need to demonstrate that their products are deforestation-free, and not linked to forest degradation, nor illegal harvesting and trade.
Is your business impacted by the EUDR? This self-assessment tool, now available in English, French, German and Spanish, will help you determine your obligations under the regulation. More languages coming soon!
What to expect:
Results provided as you complete the survey
Discover your role and obligations under the EUDR
Clear next steps if the EUDR applies to your business
The EUDR targets seven vital commodities, considered by the EU to be important in relation to the region’s consumption volumes and deforestation risk: timber, rubber, soy, palm oil, coffee, cocoa and cattle.
Looking for further support in aligning your business practices with the EUDR? Discover how Preferred by Nature can help!
Tailored services
At Preferred by Nature, we specialise in supporting organisations to address sustainability and sourcing challenges in line with market and regulatory requirements, including the EUDR. Our tailored services cover your entire sustainable sourcing journey, from setting commitments to reporting and disclosure. We design and implement robust due diligence systems for deforestation-free and sustainable sourcing. Currently, we are working with several global brands, companies and organisations of different sizes and roles within the supply chains to assist them in navigating and aligning their practices with the EUDR requirements.
We host seminars and webinars worldwide to raise awareness about the EUDR and its requirements. Additionally, we are planning a series of EUDR due diligence training course to equip interested parties with comprehensive knowledge and insights on the regulation. Stay tuned for more updates.
Preferred by Nature Certification employs a risk-based approach applicable to all types of companies and land managers. It is based on our Sustainability Framework which has been updated to align with the EUDR requirements. Our aim is to support businesses in complying with the requirements while ensuring sustainability across commodities and supply chains. From legal compliance to best practices, we conduct verifications of land use and manufacturing practices, simplifying due diligence for sustainable product sourcing. Explore the complete Sustainability Framework EUDR Verification Indicators here.
Explore the legality risks associated with timber, palm oil, soy, biomass and cattle sourcing in 70+ countries with our free Sourcing Hub. Utilise our risk assessments to help you identify and mitigate potential issues, ensuring alignment of your operations with the EUDR. We are expanding the Sourcing Hub to cover sustainability criteria risks, including deforestation, and will encompass a wider range of commodities shortly, including all 7 commodities relevant to the EUDR.
We have partnered with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to launch a protocol for managing geolocation data in global supply chains. This protocol serves as a tool to support global efforts aimed at improving product traceability and sharing sustainability information along commodity supply chains, while also meeting regulatory requirements such as the EUDR and other upcoming regulations. Using the protocol may help to accommodate the EUDR's requirements concerning the geolocation of harvesting plots.
