Coffee & RDUE: the challenge of zero deforestation
Jan 21, 2027
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3:10 PM - 3:55 PM
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Scène Coffee
Following several postponements, the European RDUE/EUDR Directive came into force on 30 December 2026 for a large number of operators. This represents a new requirement for both coffee producers and their partners, who must be able to provide evidence that their beans are not linked to deforestation in the regions concerned. This is a task as daunting as it is necessary, now supported by technological solutions. Despite the laudable nature of the collective commitment to this issue, unintended consequences may arise, with the potential exclusion of producers who are, in fact, committed to responsible practices. In this age of transparency, do the new traceability requirements risk jeopardising producers who are, in fact, committed to responsible practices?
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