EUDR European Commission ends EUDR uncertainty with review package “We’re encouraged to see the EUDR finally moving from promise to practice." Melodie Michel 05 May 2026
Food System Retail Soy Group launches model policy for deforestation-free supply chains "Voluntary commitments alone cannot transform global commodity markets." Melodie Michel 01 May 2026
Deforestation A third of companies in EUDR scope still have no deforestation commitment Since 2024, 14 companies (3%) have backtracked on deforestation action -- including Nike. Melodie Michel 14 April 2026
Policy & Standards Cocoa businesses urge UK government to align rules with EUDR The UK Forest Risk Commodities Regulation adopted in 2021 is still not in force. Melodie Michel 26 March 2026
EUDR EU Parliament confirms Deforestation Regulation delay until late 2026 MEPs are also seeking another review of the EUDR by May 2026 – meaning more changes could be on the horizon. Melodie Michel 26 November 2025
Deforestation EU maintains Deforestation Regulation implementation date "This package could strike a robust compromise." Melodie Michel 22 October 2025
EUDR Businesses warn of added costs and loss of trust if EUDR is delayed again "Companies need to know what to prepare for, and by when." Melodie Michel 06 October 2025
Policy & Standards EU Commission looks to delay EUDR implementation by one more year “An unwelcome step in the drive to eradicate deforestation from our global food system.” Melodie Michel 23 September 2025
Deforestation Major brands join forces to protect Indonesia biodiversity-rich area from deforestation Aceh is home to endangered elephants, tigers, rhinos, and orangutans. Melodie Michel 25 August 2025
Deforestation Financial institutions provided nearly US$9tn to ‘deforestation economy’ in 2024 BBVA, Deutsche Bank and Lloyds Banking group are the only FIs to screen all high-risk commodities. Melodie Michel 14 August 2025
EUDR Mondelez exec asks for further EU Deforestation Regulation delay The law was already delayed by one year last October and should come into force this December. Melodie Michel 04 July 2025
EUDR EU Commission eases Deforestation Regulation reporting processes Companies will now be allowed to submit just one due diligence statement per year, instead of one for every shipment. Melodie Michel 21 April 2025