The implementation of the EUDR has been postponed. On 3 December 2024, the European Parliament and European Commission voted to approve the delay, following an agreement reached during the Trilogue negotiations. The amending regulation (EU 2024/3234) formalising this change was then published in the EU’s official journal on 19 December 2024.
The application date for all operators and traders has been extended by 12 months to 30 December 2025. For micro and small businesses established before 31 December 2020 (no date change), the application date is now 30 June 2026, except for wood products covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), for which the application date remains 30 December 2025.
When will the Country Benchmarks be available?
The list of countries and their risk levels from the country benchmarking process is set to be published by 30 June 2025.
What about the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR)?
The EUTR will be repealed as of 30 December 2025. However, it will continue to apply to timber and timber products, as defined in Annex I of the regulation, that were harvested before 29 June 2023 and placed on the market between 30 December 2025 and 30 December 2028. After this period, the EUDR requirements will apply.
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.
Our Due Diligence Toolkit is a free, open-source resource designed to help businesses meet EUDR requirements. From deforestation-free compliance to risk assessments, the toolkit equips you with the tools to operationalise the development and implementation of your due diligence system for forest and agricultural commodity supply chains.
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
Looking for further support in aligning your business practices with the EUDR? Discover how Preferred by Nature can help!
Sustainability advisory 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.
The FSC Regulatory Module is a voluntary add-on to FSC certification, helping companies meet EUDR requirements through due diligence and risk assessment systems. Available as a standalone desk audit or integrated with your annual FSC audit, the module ensures your sourcing is deforestation-free and fully compliant with regulatory standards. Preferred by Nature is accredited to evaluate conformance against this Module worldwide.
The PEFC EUDR DDS is a voluntary add-on for PEFC CoC certification holders seeking to meet EUDR requirements. It supports companies with due diligence and risk assessment procedures tailored for regulatory alignment. Available as a standalone desk audit or integrated into annual certification assessments, the PEFC EUDR DDS strengthens your responsible sourcing practices. Preferred by Nature is accredited to evaluate conformance with this standard worldwide.
