The latest EUDR updates at the European Commission level

At PEFC, we are committed to halting deforestation and strongly support the objectives of the EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR). To provide our stakeholders with the latest information on EUDR implementation at the Commission level, we are sharing regular updates, so you have all the information you need in one place.

To discover how PEFC is your partner for the EUDR, visit out EUDR website. You can also sign up to our Technical Matters newsletter to receive all the latest news and progress.

The Commission addressed the most frequent questions received from relevant stakeholders in the latest EUDR Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) available here. The document will be updated over time.

The Commission is developing Guidelines that will elaborate on some of the aspects, notably the definition of “agricultural use” (addressing issues related to agroforestry and agricultural land), certification, legality, and other relevant aspects. To an extent, the existing guidelines on the EU Timber Regulation will be used as a basis. The documents are planned to be published before the entry into application of the EUDR (30 December 2024), however, the guideline on legality may be available earlier in 2024. The Commission does not plan to issue commodity-specific guidelines, but aims to put forward best practice examples, including in guidance documents, which will to some extent cover commodity-specific aspects.
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