This factsheet outlines the implications of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) for Côte d’Ivoire’s cocoa sector. From 30 December 2024, operators placing cocoa and derived products on the EU market must demonstrate traceability to the plot of origin, legal compliance, and that the products are deforestation-free since 31 December 2020. The factsheet explains the due diligence process, including geolocation requirements, forest definitions and national legal obligations. It also introduces the EU benchmarking system for country risk classification.
Region:
Luwero, Nakaseke, Kassanda, Mubende, Bukomansimbi, Kyotera, Omoro, and Nwoya
Target group:
Smallholder farmers, traders, state and non state actors, and processors
Key activities:
- Capacity building of smallholder coffee farmers in production practices and sustainable land use management.
- Establishing traceability system and facilitating access to sustainable financing
- Facilitate inclusive business partnerships between producer organizations and supply chain actors
- Promote multi-stakeholder cooperation
Commodities:
