The EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation) is the European Union regulation that sets rules for the placing, making available and export of certain products, with the aim of reducing the link between EU consumption, deforestation and forest degradation.

Companies covered by the regulation must demonstrate, through due diligence, that the products are legal, deforestation-free and do not originate from areas subject to forest degradation after 31 December 2020. The regulation covers, among others, the supply chains for soy, cattle, palm oil, cocoa, coffee, rubber and wood, as well as certain derived products.

Products covered

• Soy
• Beef
• Palm oil
• Cocoa
• Coffee
• Rubber
• Wood (specific conditions apply)

The EUDR marks an important shift in access to the European Union market, requiring companies to strengthen traceability, information gathering, risk assessment and documentary evidence of compliance.

How to apply
To apply for EUDR verification, the operator must follow these steps:

• Request the application form by email at agricert@agricert.pt;
• After the completed document has been submitted, Agricert sends the corresponding quotation;
• Confirm acceptance of the quotation to the Certification Body;
• Sign a contract between the Certification Body and the operator;
• Schedule the control activity;
• Undergo annual follow-up controls, sampling of products/production inputs, and random controls with or without prior notice;
• Carry out mapping of production areas;
• Prepare a risk assessment and, where justified, a mitigation measures report;
• Issue/renew the Due Diligence Statement.

For more information, please contact Agricert.