EUDR to proceed on schedule as Commission rules out further delay

The European Commission has confirmed that the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will proceed as planned, rejecting calls for a further delay. New measures have been introduced to simplify compliance and ensure the readiness of the regulation’s IT system. Under the updated timeline, the EUDR will apply from 30 December 2026 for micro and small enterprises, while large and medium-sized companies will remain subject to the 30 December 2025 start date. However, larger operators will benefit from a six-month grace period for checks and enforcement. The Commission said the adjustments are designed to ensure that the ...