European Union
Ekiti State in Nigeria has been chosen by the European Union as one of the pilot states to implement the Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Compliance Project. The state's robust forestry regulations and strong commitment to sustainable farming practices were key factors in its selection. The Ekiti State Commissioner for
Climate change
Tropical forests play a vital role in mitigating climate change, with the ability to absorb significant amounts of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. However, a new study has revealed that the disappearance of animals that disperse seeds in these forests can have a profound impact on their ability to store
Climate change
Indonesia's Forestry Ministry has emphasized the strategic importance of industrial timber plantations (HTI) for biomass energy in expanding the country's renewable energy supply, restoring degraded ecosystems, and contributing to climate change mitigation. Tony Rianto, Head of the Sub-Directorate of Forest Product Certification and Marketing, stated that
European Union
The European Union's (EU) acknowledgment of the Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO) certification is a significant milestone in reducing compliance barriers for Malaysian exporters, said the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC). According to Belvinder Kaur Sron, CEO of MPOC, the move facilitates smoother trade flows and benefits both
Climate change
As consumers increasingly prioritize environmental sustainability and social responsibility, food trends in the bakery and snack sector are shifting from a focus on flavor, convenience, and price to incorporate concerns about climate change, supply chain resilience, and cleaner ingredients. manufacturers are diversifying their ingredient base to include regenerative farming and
Climate change
The National Assembly's Standing Committee on Climate Change and Environmental Coordination has raised concerns over the accuracy of official reports on improved forest cover in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Members have urged the use of satellite imagery to verify these claims, citing concerns about
European Union
Kenya's coffee industry faces significant challenges as the European Union's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) takes effect at the end of 2025, requiring exporters to provide proof that coffee is grown without harming forests. To comply, exporters must provide the exact map coordinates of every coffee farm, and
European Union
Sri Lanka, already facing headwinds in its export growth due to US tariffs and GSP+, is now poised to encounter further challenges in accessing the European Union market due to new laws, including the EU deforestation regulation and the EU forced labour regulation. According to Markus Loning, an expert on
European Union
Karnataka's coffee heartland, consisting of Kodagu, Chikkamagaluru, and Hassan, is bracing for a regulatory storm due to the European Union's stringent Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) set to take effect from January 1, 2026. The rule mandates exporters to prove their coffee is deforestation-free by providing geolocation or
Climate change
Brazil's Ministry of Environment and Climate Change (MMA) has signed a technical cooperation agreement with the International Center for Water and Transdisciplinarity (Cirat) to promote climate, water, and food sustainability. The agreement aims to strengthen sustainable water and river basin management, support scientific and technological innovation initiatives in
European Union
The European Union's Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), set to take effect on December 30, 2025, aims to prevent deforestation associated with various commodities, including rubber. Sri Lanka, a major rubber exporter to the EU, is facing significant challenges in complying with the regulation. The country's smallholder farmers,
Climate change
Indonesia is experiencing a series of unprecedented environmental challenges, including climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, which threaten the well-being of its citizens and the country's future. The environmental damage resulting from recent demonstrations and riots is reversible, but the harm caused by pollution, land degradation, deforestation, and
