Brazil supplies some of the most scrutinized commodities under the EUDR: soy, beef, coffee, cocoa, and timber. These products are central to global food supply chains, but they also sit at the core of Europe’s deforestation debate.
Introduction
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will come into effect in 2025. For companies sourcing from Brazil, the stakes could not be higher. Blocked shipments at European ports, reputational damage, and loss of contracts are imminent risks.
Yet, many executives still don’t know how exposed their supply chains are. Do you?
Why Brazil Matters for Sustainable Sourcing
Brazil supplies some of the most scrutinized commodities under the EUDR: soy, beef, coffee, cocoa, and timber. These products are central to global food supply chains, but they also sit at the core of Europe’s deforestation debate.
The challenge: most companies only have partial traceability. Knowing your trader is not enough. Sustainable sourcing from Brazil now requires farm-level geolocation, due diligence documentation, and proof that commodities are deforestation-free after December 2020. Without this, your license to operate in Europe is at risk.
Why Supply Chain Resilience Requires More Than Policies
Having a sustainability policy or supplier code of conduct is no longer sufficient. Regulators, investors, and consumers are demanding evidence. Companies that fail to deliver risk compliance penalties and will lose ground to competitors that can prove EUDR compliance and supply chain resilience.
Introducing the Deforestation Exposure Index
To help companies quickly assess their risk, we created the “Deforestation Exposure Index”. This 7-question quiz reveals whether your company’s sourcing practices have low, medium, or high exposure to deforestation risk.
It takes less than two minutes and provides an immediate score with actionable insights. Think of it as your first checkpoint on the road to sustainable sourcing and risk assessment, and a way to understand whether your Brazilian supply chains could put your European market access in jeopardy.
Why Take the Quiz Now?
- Immediate results: know your exposure today.
- Actionable insights: next steps for EUDR compliance.
- Competitive edge: companies that act early can turn compliance into market advantage.
Don’t wait until shipments are blocked or customers walk away. Take two minutes now to discover your deforestation exposure score.
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About the Author
Fabricio is a strategic advisor for food and agri-input companies sourcing from Latin America. With over 20 years of experience in agribusiness, sustainability, and international trade, he helps companies transform supply chain risk into trust, compliance and market advantage. Based in Switzerland and deeply connected to the agricultural realities of Brazil, he offers a pragmatic, forward-thinking view of sustainable sourcing. 👉 To stay ahead with insights on resilient sourcing, sustainable food systems and agribusiness strategy, subscribe to Fabricio’s newsletter: *Beyond Harvest*.
