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Legal requirements relevant to cocoa in Côte d’Ivoire
Published by
European Forest Institute
This study was developed by the European Forest Institute (EFI), with funding from the European Union's Sustainable Cocoa Programme (SCP). It was produced with the technical supp...
This study was developed by the European Forest Institute (EFI), with funding from the European Union's Sustainable Cocoa Programme (SCP). It was produced with the technical supp...
National risk assessment for cocoa, Ecuador
Published by
Preferred by Nature
This risk assessment has been developed in the context of the global project "Sustainable Agriculture for Forest Ecosystems (SAFE)" and the implementation of the global program "...
This risk assessment has been developed in the context of the global project "Sustainable Agriculture for Forest Ecosystems (SAFE)" and the implementation of the global program "...
Comparative analysis of certification schemes in the EU bioeconomy: sustainability, assurance, and governance requirements
Published by
European Commission
The HARMONITOR project, funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, works to strengthen circular bio-based systems that can reverse climate change, restore biodiversity, a...
The HARMONITOR project, funded by the European Union under Horizon Europe, works to strengthen circular bio-based systems that can reverse climate change, restore biodiversity, a...
Policy brief: Sourcing from ‘Low Risk’ countries: A closer look at Operator’s simplified due diligence obligations
Published by
Preferred by Nature
This Policy Brief seeks to clarify obligations, and provide some guidance, to Operators when sourcing from countries benchmarked as low risk by the European Commission. ...
This Policy Brief seeks to clarify obligations, and provide some guidance, to Operators when sourcing from countries benchmarked as low risk by the European Commission. ...
Building DDS for smallholder cocoa farmers
Published by
German Development Cooperation GIZ
This report includes the results of the first phase of the project developed by Preferred by Nature, in collaboration with the Sustainable Agriculture for Forest Ecosystems-SAFE E...
This report includes the results of the first phase of the project developed by Preferred by Nature, in collaboration with the Sustainable Agriculture for Forest Ecosystems-SAFE E...
Policy brief: Know your size class to understand your obligations under the EUDR
Published by
Preferred by Nature
Big or small, does your company’s size impact your EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) obligations? We have put together a technical brief to clarify how the EUDR applies to busine...
Big or small, does your company’s size impact your EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) obligations? We have put together a technical brief to clarify how the EUDR applies to busine...
Guidelines for EUDR Due Diligence System preparation
This document provides clear instructions and practical steps for preparing Due Diligence Systems (DDS) to meet the requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). It is d...
This document provides clear instructions and practical steps for preparing Due Diligence Systems (DDS) to meet the requirements of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). It is d...
Assessing traceability, monitoring and sustainability initiatives in key soft commodities
Published by
The Tropical Forest Alliance (TFA)
This report focuses on four EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) scope soft commodities which are soy, palm oil, cattle/beef and cocoa across critical regions in Latin America, Asia...
This report focuses on four EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) scope soft commodities which are soy, palm oil, cattle/beef and cocoa across critical regions in Latin America, Asia...
Explore our Due diligence toolkit
Our Due Diligence Toolkit is a free, open-source resource designed to help businesses meet EUDR requirements. The toolkit covers key elements of due diligence, including supply chain mapping, deforestation and legality risk assessment, and risk mitigation planning. It is designed to be practical and adaptable across forest and agricultural commodity supply chains.
Understanding digital tools for sustainability: The Traceability Tools Navigator
The Traceability Tools Navigator is an open-access platform designed to bring transparency and clarity to the growing field of digital traceability solutions. The website enables sustainability systems, companies, and other stakeholders to explore and compare digital traceability and geospatial monitoring tools side by side.
EUDR - Tackling deforestation and forest degradation in commodity supply chains
Drawing from our extensive experience working with businesses in responsible sourcing and production of various commodities, we are ready to support you with your EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) conformance. We have developed the Sustainability Framework and related certification programme to align with the EUDR requirements.
Sustainability advisory services
Preferred by Nature supports organisations in addressing sustainability and sourcing challenges in line with market and regulatory requirements, including the EUDR. Our advisory services cover the full sustainable sourcing journey, from setting commitments and policies to due diligence system design, implementation, reporting and disclosure. We work with organisations of different sizes and roles across global supply chains to support practical alignment with EUDR requirements.