Jakarta — Koltiva, a technology-driven company specialising in traceability and sustainability, offers comprehensive solutions to assist businesses in aligning with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) mandates, the company said in a statement on Wednesday, April 10.
A key component of Koltiva’s offerings is KoltiTrace, a platform that allows real-time monitoring of supply chains from upstream to downstream. Integrating data-driven technology with on-the-ground engagement, KoltiTrace enables companies to map their supply chains meticulously, ensuring that raw materials are not sourced from deforested areas.
This system facilitates risk assessments, identification of vulnerabilities, and the development of effective mitigation strategies. Beyond digital solutions, Koltiva deploys a team of agronomists who work directly with farmers and suppliers to ensure that sustainability standards are genuinely implemented at the field level.
According to Luca Fischer, Senior Head of Markets Indonesia at Koltiva, extending the EUDR compliance deadline presents challenges and opportunities for businesses. He emphasizes that while the delay may create uncertainty, it allows companies to refine their due diligence processes, invest in accurate tracking technologies, and gain a deeper understanding of their supply chains. Fischer underscores that achieving compliance is not merely an administrative task but a strategic endeavor to enhance European market competitiveness.
The European Union has officially postponed the compliance deadline for the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by 12 months, acknowledging businesses’ intricate challenges in ensuring deforestation-free supply chains. To meet the new standards, medium and large enterprises must comply by 30 December 2025, while small and micro enterprises must comply by 30 June 2026.
The postponement of the EUDR compliance deadline reflects the EU’s recognition of the complexities involved in establishing deforestation-free supply chains. This extension provides businesses with a valuable window to enhance their traceability systems and ensure adherence to the regulation. Companies like Koltiva are poised to play a pivotal role in this transition, offering the tools and expertise necessary to navigate the path toward sustainable and transparent supply chains.
The EUDR, which entered into force on 29 June 2023, aims to curtail the EU’s contribution to global deforestation and forest degradation. It mandates that specific commodities—such as cattle, wood, cocoa, soy, palm oil, coffee, and rubber—and their derived products do not originate from recently deforested land or have contributed to forest degradation. (nsh)
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