The EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation) is the EU regulation that sets rules for placing, making available and exporting 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 their products are legal, deforestation-free and not sourced from land 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:

1. Request the application form by email at agricert@agricert.pt;
2. Once the completed application form has been submitted, Agricert will issue the quotation;
3. Confirm acceptance of the quotation with the Certification Body;
4. Sign a contract between the Certification Body and the operator;
5. Schedule the control activity;
6. Undergo annual follow-up controls, sampling of products and production inputs, and random controls with or without prior notice;
7. Issuance/renewal of the certificate.

For more information, please contact Agricert.