Editor's Note: Ask a procurement or sourcing team what EUDR compliance actually requires, and the answer usually stops at the farm gate: map the plot, geotag it, file the Due Diligence Statement. That assumption is worth challenging, because it's incomplete in a way that costs money. The stage where most food loss actually happens, harvest to retail, not the farm itself, is also the stage where traceability records most often break down. A geotagged plot doesn't stay complia

Editor’s Note: As EUDR reshapes global coffee supply chains, compliance is evolving into a broader question of sourcing intelligence. This article explores why geolocation accuracy, polygon verification, and farm-level traceability will determine which coffee buyers can confidently access regulated markets, manage supplier risk, and build resilient sourcing networks. Moving beyond certification-based assurance, it highlights how EUDR-ready coffee procurement now depends on tr

Editor’s Note: This article explores what full Traceability to Plantation (TTP) in palm oil actually looks like and what it takes to achieve it in practice. If you’re looking to go deeper into the full framework, join Beyond Traceability Talks #5, where our experts unpack real-world challenges and solutions across palm oil supply chains. Executive Summary: Traceability to Plantation remains incomplete across the palm oil sector, while leading palm oil companies have ac

As regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), CSDDD, CSRD, and FSMA reshape global supply chains, agribusinesses face a critical choice: build traceability systems in-house or partner with a specialized provider. This article explores the trade-offs between control, cost, and scalability, offering practical insights to help organizations choose the most effective path to achieve compliance and strengthen long-term supply chain resilience.

This publication is adopted from: https://africasustainabilitymatters.com/how-weak-farm-level-data-is-undermining-global-climate-targets-in-africa-new-data-shows/ As climate targets become mainstream across the food and agriculture sector, a deeper credibility challenge is coming into focus. The issue is no longer whether companies have Net Zero ambitions, but whether those ambitions are supported by data that can be independently verified, particularly at the farm level wher

The European Parliament has officially approved an EUDR delay, granting businesses more time to comply while simplifying obligations for smaller operators. Despite the extended deadlines, companies are urged to continue building robust traceability and due diligence systems to stay ahead of enforcement and safeguard deforestation-free supply chains.

Stay updated on the latest EUDR delay and what it means for supply chains. Learn why businesses must accelerate traceability and prepare for long-term compliance.

The EU Council proposes a one-year EUDR delay, with extra time for micro and small operators, while streamlining compliance. Learn how businesses can use this transition to strengthen traceability, prepare due diligence, and secure EU market access.

Barriers to traceability adoption in East African agriculture continue to block access to the EU market. This article explores the key challenges—from low awareness to digital gaps—and outlines practical steps to strengthen compliance, visibility, and export readiness.

The European Commission has proposed reversing the anticipated EUDR delay, maintaining full implementation by December 2025 while introducing simplified compliance for small and micro operators. This proposal underscores the EU’s commitment to deforestation-free trade and inclusive compliance. Koltiva continues to drive transparency and readiness through its digital traceability solutions.

The EU may delay EUDR to 2026, but deforestation-free supply chains remain inevitable. Companies must act now to build traceable, compliant systems.

Discover how Koltiva supports Puratos in transforming the cocoa supply chain with traceability, ethical sourcing, and climate action—building a transparent, resilient, and sustainable cocoa industry from farm to chocolate.

Effective deforestation risk mitigation EUDR compliance is essential for companies sourcing from high-risk regions. Learn how implementing verified traceability systems, supplier due diligence, and sustainable sourcing practices can protect your supply chain, meet EU deforestation regulations, and enhance brand credibility in global markets

Deforestation free supply chain solutions are being implemented by G T Rubber and Koltiva, covering 15,000 mapped rubber plots and 4,500 verified farmers. This data-driven system combines geolocation tracking, land legality verification, and dealer training to meet EUDR requirements. The program prevents unverified rubber from entering the market while promoting sustainability and compliance in Thailand’s global rubber trade.

Struggling to verify your Net Zero targets? Scope 3 emissions are often the largest and most difficult to track. Discover how accurate, traceable emissions data drives real climate action, improves ESG reporting, ensures regulatory compliance, and strengthens sustainability leadership. With 82% of targets still unverified, verified Scope 3 data is essential to turn climate commitments into measurable results.

Satellite deforestation alerts are crucial for EUDR compliance, but they often trigger false positives—flagging deforestation where there is none. This creates serious risks for agribusinesses, including delayed shipments, extra verification costs, and exclusion of compliant suppliers. Discover how combining satellite data with field-based verification ensures credible traceability, accurate reporting, and deforestation-free supply chains.

The European Parliament’s rejection of the EUDR country risk classification has created renewed uncertainty for businesses. Critics pointed to outdated data, a lack of regional nuance, and questionable risk rankings that could misrepresent on-the-ground realities. This article unpacks the implications for compliance and features insights from KOLTIVA’s Senior Manager for Agriculture and Environment, André Mawardhi

Africa’s coffee industry is evolving as markets demand traceability, sustainability, and compliance with trade regulations like the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Key challenges—digital gaps, farmer capacity, and regulatory readiness—risk market exclusion. KOLTIVA empowers producers with digital traceability (KoltiTrace) and training (KoltiSkills) to meet standards, unlock premium markets, and secure a resilient, transparent, and inclusive coffee supply chain.