Ferrero and Barry Callebaut Support EU Deforestation Regulation Despite Challenges
What happened
Ferrero and Barry Callebaut have publicly stated their support for the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), despite the difficulties it presents. The EUDR has seen numerous changes since its introduction, including delays and simplifications, but the core seven commodities—cocoa, palm oil, soy, coffee, rubber, wood, and cattle—remain subject to the regulation. The regulation is backed by much of the food industry, even while facing significant political opposition, such as from the United States.
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Why it matters
The EUDR establishes mandatory due diligence requirements for products like cocoa, palm oil, and soy. This framework impacts the operational compliance of large food companies like Ferrero and Barry Callebaut, which rely on these global commodity chains.
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Who's involved
- FerreroLarge food company supporting the EUDR and facing its compliance requirements.
- Barry CallebautSwiss cocoa producer supporting the EUDR and managing core commodity compliance.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Barry CallebautSpeculative
Barry Callebaut could face operational compliance with the EUDR regarding core commodities like cocoa and palm oil.
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The entities involved
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Ferrero
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Barry Callebaut
Swiss cocoa producer
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