What is the European Union Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products?
The European Union Regulation on Deforestation-free products (EUDR) is a legislative measure adopted in 2023 by the EU to prevent products linked to deforestation and forest degradation from entering the EU market. The regulation is part of the EU’s broader efforts to combat climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. It targets seven commodities: coffee, cocoa, wood, palm oil, soy, rubber, and beef as well as products derived from these commodities whether imported or produced within the El-J.
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Why does EUDR matter to Uganda's Coffee Value Chain Actors?
Uganda’s coffee sub- sector is vital to the economy and all value chain actors. With over 60% of the country’s coffee exported to the EU market, compliance with the regulation is crucial to maintain market access and ensure the long-term viability of the sub-sector. The EUDR supports Uganda’s sustainable coffee objectives, accelerating progress towards coffee traceability and sustainability.
What are the EUDR requirements for Ugandan Coffee Exports?
Ugandan coffee and its derivatives shall not be placed on the EU market unless it is:
Deforestation-Free
The production of coffee was done on land that was not subject to deforestation or forest degradation after 30th December 2020.
Due Diligence Statement
Exporters must provide a due diligence statement for each batch of coffee placed on the EU market.
Law
Produced in accordance with the relevant laws of Uganda
Traceable
Operators will be required to trace coffee through the entire value chain. The geolocation data must be specific enough to trace the coffee back to its exact place of origin, ensuring that it complies with the EUDR cut-off date for deforestation
What actions should coffee value chain actors (EU Operators and Importers) take to ensure compliance?
All coffee value players are urged to take immediate action to ensure compliance with the EUDR regulation. Here’s how:
Ensure that the coffee imported into the EU is deforestation-free and complies with the EUDR requirements.
Conduct due diligence, which includes tracing the product’s origin, assessing the risk of deforestation, and implementing measures to mitigate any identified risks.
Provide evidence and documentation that demonstrates compliance with the EUDR when requested by authorities.
What actions should coffee value chain actors (Farmers and traders) take to ensure compliance?
All coffee value players are urged to take immediate action to ensure compliance with the EUDR regulation. Here’s how:
Provide the necessary documentation and information about the origin of the coffee. Register and acquire a unique identifier.
Farmers need to cooperate with importers by providing accurate data on land use, deforestation status, and compliance with sustainable practices.
Adopt sustainable agriculture practices, such as shade-grown coffee and agroforestry, to reduce deforestation risks
EUDR / CSDDD Library
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| EUDR Audios | As part of efforts to make the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) more accessible to … | EUDR | CSDDD, General | eudr general | |||
| EUDR Comics | To raise awareness on the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), we developed farmer-friendly comics that … | EUDR | CSDDD, General | eudr general | |||
| 2025 EUDR/CSDDD Newsletter- Q3 | EUDR Newsletter – … | EUDR | CSDDD, News Letters | eudr eudr_news_letters | |||
| 2025 EUDR news letter- Q2 | April – June 2025: Quarterly News Highlights On EUDR & … | EUDR | CSDDD, News Letters | eudr eudr_news_letters | |||
| EUDR Registration and Traceability brochure | EUDR: What it Means for Coffee from Uganda The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires proof … | EUDR | CSDDD, General | eudr general | |||
| Ministry to Register 2.8 Million Coffee Farmers | The government has set a new and more ambitious target for registration of coffee farmers … | News | news eudr | |||
| Govt conducts demo to test coffee digital traceability tool | Government and key partners in the coffee supply and value chain have conducted the first … | News | www | news eudr | www | |
| EU BOOSTS UGANDA’S COFFEE VALUE CHAIN | The European Union (EU) is a worthy development partner that has enabled Uganda to achieve … | News | news eudr | |||
| The-EUs-Corporate-Sustainability-Due-Diligence-Directive-Explained | In May 2024, the EU and its member states put their final stamp on a … | General | general eudr | |||
| 2024 EUDR news letter- Q4 | October – December 2024: Quarterly News Highlights on EUDR & … | News Letters | eudr_news_letters eudr | |||
| Understanding the European Union Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products | Overview of the European Union Regulation on Deforestation – … | General | general eudr | |||
| 2025 EUDR news letter- Q1 | January – March 2025: Quarterly News Highlights on EUDR & CSDDD … | News Letters | eudr_news_letters eudr |