EUDR Compliance Overview

In the realm of forest management, particularly for plots exceeding four hectares, precise location tracking is crucial. This ensures accurate representation of the land in question by including proper boundaries for compliance reporting.   If an operator declares excess plots in the due diligence statement, they assume full responsibility for the compliance of all tracked plots, regardless of their involvement in the production of commodities. Non-compliance with even a single plot renders the entire set non-compliant. So, if the boundary presented is a tax parcel boundary of 100 acres and only 50 acres are involved in harvesting, the EUDR regulations would consider the 100 acres and not the 50 when addressing compliance.   The concept of ‘negligible risk’ plays a pivotal role in determining the EUDR compliance of products to be placed on the market or exported. Operators and traders must conduct due diligence to conclude ‘negligible risk,’ but it does not apply to commodities. For operators and traders involved in importing or exporting relevant commodities and products, the provision of their Economic Operators Registration and Identification (EORI) number is mandatory.   Location data must be provided in standardized formats for EU Information System compliance. Forestry software systems need to maintain accurate records and export capabilities for regulatory reporting requirements. Additional details of formatting requirements are still being finalized.   During the transitional period, operators and traders must adhere to specific requirements when placing relevant commodities and products on the market. Various scenarios are outlined, limiting obligations based on the timing of product placement.

  It’s important to note that while these EUDR regulations are new and the industry is not prepared for them. Software that complies with the standards, as set forth thus far, exists. TRACT Forestry Software goes above and beyond in establishing transparent and secure chain of custody through comprehensive load tracking, settlement documentation, and field app integration for complete traceability from forest to mill.