Alternative Protein Factsheet
This factsheet provides an overview of alternative proteins, including different protein sources, market and consumer trends, and developments within the sector. It explores information relevant to Welsh food and drink businesses considering this evolving area.
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EU Deforestation Regulation: information for food and drink businesses
Food and drink businesses that trade with the European Union may wish to familiarise themselves with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and consider whether it is relevant to their products and supply chains.
The EUDR is intended to ensure that certain commodities and products placed on the EU market, made available within it, or exported from it are deforestation-free. The commodities covered by the Regulation include cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya and wood, together with certain products derived from them. For more information please read here
The European Commission states that producers and companies outside the EU do not have obligations under the EUDR unless they themselves place products on the EU market. However, non-EU businesses may be asked to provide information to support EU businesses in meeting their obligations, including information about where relevant commodities were grown, harvested or raised.
Welsh food and drink businesses exporting to the EU, or supplying businesses that trade with the EU, may therefore wish to review the European Commission's information and guidance and establish whether the Regulation is relevant to their activities.
The European Commission provides the following official information:
- EUDR implementation and overview
An overview of the Regulation, its implementation and links to supporting resources, including information for businesses and organisations outside the EU.
European Commission: Implementing the EU Deforestation Regulation - Frequently Asked Questions
The European Commission's EUDR FAQs provide further information on implementation of the Regulation and questions raised by businesses and other stakeholders.
European Commission: EUDR Frequently Asked Questions - Products covered by the Regulation
Annex I of the Regulation identifies the commodities and products covered by the EUDR, including their relevant classification codes. The Commission's implementation page provides access to the legislation and information on checking the products listed.
European Commission: EUDR legislation and product information - EUDR Information System
The European Commission provides an online Information System for due diligence statements and simplified declarations, together with information and supporting material for users.
European Commission: EUDR Information System - Latest information on implementation and changes to product scope
In July 2026, the European Commission published an update on changes to the scope of certain products and the tools being introduced to support implementation.
European Commission: July 2026 EUDR update
