The European Commission has proposed to extend the deadline for compliance with the new EU regulation on protection against deforestation (EUDR) by 12 months. The original entry into force of the EUDR is planned for 30 December 2024 or 30 June 2025 for micro and small enterprises. The EUDR aims to prevent deforestation caused by imports of products such as wood, rubber, cattle, palm oil, leather, cocoa, coffee and soya by requiring companies to submit geolocalisation data. There had previously been a struggle in Brussels to maintain the timetable and publish guidelines for the EUDR deforestation regulation, as companies were experiencing major difficulties with implementation. Business associations had clearly criticised the implementation conditions. Companies may be given additional time to adapt to the requirements, with new guidelines and a digital traceability system. Large companies would therefore have to comply with the new rules by 30 December 2025 and smaller companies by 30 June 2026.
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