This report seeks to provide an insightful analysis of the EUDR’s influence on the agricultural industry. We aim to enable stakeholders to:
The First Mile Traceability Survey and this accompanying report reveal insightful trends in the agricultural market, particularly below, in four key areas:
Traceability lies within a “Sustainability Umbrella”.
Whereas it’s their first sustainability objective, companies struggle to achieve farm level traceability.
A need for digital tools that ensure forest-friendly sourcing.
Industry-wide, there is a lack of readiness for EUDR compliance.
The EUDR will inevitably disrupt agri-business worldwide & across supply chains. Valuable stakeholders can ensure compliance and safeguard profits by investing in advanced traceability solutions.
Through Q1 & Q2 of 2023, Farmforce conducted The First Mile Traceability Survey to:
Gauge the level of first mile traceability in the agri‑business.
Explore preparedness and perceived challenges companies face towards EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) compliance.
Gain insight into trending agri‑business topics.
Allow respondents to assess their positioning against competitors and tap into valuable intel to comply with upcoming regulation.
Optimise first mile traceability solutions based on respondents’ views.
*Our audience is primarily Europe-based importers & producers.
This checklist was made by Farmforce in conjunction with responses.
Overall, 87 respondents completed The First Mile Traceability Barometer Survey.