10:35 pm, Saturday, 4 October 2025

EU set to delay anti-deforestation law by a year

Sarakhon Report

Compliance concerns

The European Commission signaled a one-year delay to its deforestation-free imports rule, citing readiness issues among operators handling commodities like soy, beef and palm oil.

Trade and climate stakes

Supporters say the law tackles forest loss tied to EU consumption; critics warn of red tape for small producers. The postponement keeps pressure on data tracing and supply-chain audits.

06:58:56 pm, Wednesday, 24 September 2025

EU set to delay anti-deforestation law by a year

06:58:56 pm, Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Compliance concerns

The European Commission signaled a one-year delay to its deforestation-free imports rule, citing readiness issues among operators handling commodities like soy, beef and palm oil.

Trade and climate stakes

Supporters say the law tackles forest loss tied to EU consumption; critics warn of red tape for small producers. The postponement keeps pressure on data tracing and supply-chain audits.