Complying with EU Deforestation Regulation

How can companies implement the traceability and due diligence systems required by the EU’s Deforestation Regulation? What supplier engagement strategies are most effective for gathering the geolocation and verification data required under EUDR?

The European Union’s Regulation on Deforestation-free Products requires companies to conduct enhanced due diligence and prove that commodities like cattle, cocoa, coffee, palm oil, rubber, soy, and wood have not contributed to deforestation or forest degradation. Legal experts, supply chain practitioners, and corporate sustainability leaders share practical guidance on conducting due diligence assessments, leveraging technology for supply chain transparency, and preparing for verification requirements.