UPDATE: EU Commission is considering delay of deforestation rule implementation

Updating last week’s news about the European Union’s (EU) pending Deforestation Regulation, the EU Commission announced on Oct. 2 that it is considering an implementation delay.

In a press release, the Commission said, “If approved by the European Parliament and the Council, it would make the law applicable on 30 December 2025 for large companies and 30 June 2026 for micro- and small enterprises. Since all the implementation tools are technically ready, the extra 12 months can serve as a phasing-in period to ensure proper and effective implementation.”

The NGFA has emphasized the logistical, financial, and operational challenges the new deforestation regulations would present, especially to soybean producers and exporters. NGFA will continue to monitor the issue and work with the USTR and USDA to communicate useful material to our members.