EUDR has definitely been headlining our industry’s newsfeeds this year. And now that EUDR has been adopted, it’s go time for implementation.
So, what exactly is EUDR and what does that mean for your business?
What does EUDR mean?
EUDR is the new initiative in the EU to limit deforestation caused by worldwide forestry and agricultural activities, and it stands for the “European Union Deforestation-free Regulation.”
Important EUDR updates for 2025/2026
- In December 2024, the European Union granted a 12-month additional phasing-in period, making the law applicable on December 30, 2025, for large and medium companies and June 30, 2026, for micro and small enterprises.
- As of March 2025, American Green is no longer providing consulting or guidance on EUDR. However, we can recommend a trusted partner who does. Contact us if you’d like to be connected with our EUDR partner.
Two ways to learn more about EUDR
Step 1: Watch our 2-min video.
To help give you an aerial view of EUDR, we’ve put together a 2-minute video that provides the highlights of what EUDR is all about and what you need to know to be ready for it.
Please note: Since this video was released, some important details have changed. See “Important EUDR updates for 2025/2026” above.
Step 2: Check out our EUDR page.
When you’re done watching the video, head on over to our EUDR page to:
- Learn even more about this initiative.
- Read the full EU regulation.
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