This report examines how geospatial and Earth Observation technologies can support cost-effective and inclusive compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), drawing on evidence from the Honduran coffee sector. Developed by COSA and AidData, the study assesses different approaches to farm geolocation and deforestation detection, comparing their accuracy, costs, and implications for smallholder inclusion. The findings highlight opportunities to use lower-cost geolocation tools while showing that differences in deforestation detection methodologies remain a key source of uncertainty. The report provides practical insights to help governments, companies, and producer organizations design EUDR compliance systems that are technically robust, affordable, and accessible to smallholder farmers.

Authors: Committee on Sustainability Assessment and AidData: S. Goodman, E. Serfilippi, A. BenYishay, J. Hall, J. Mendoza, C. de Los Rios, and S. Calfat.

From Regulation to Practice: Case Studies on EUDR Compliance Implementation in the Coffee Sector examines five significant challenges facing the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) in the coffee sector. Drawing on practical experiences from Honduras and other international initiatives, the report presents case studies on traceability, mixed-supply management, legality compliance, data governance, and interoperable technology stacks. Rather than prescribing best practices, it highlights emerging approaches, trade-offs, and lessons learned, demonstrating that effective EUDR compliance depends not only on technology but also on governance, collaboration, interoperability, and coordinated action across the entire supply chain.

Authors: Committee on Sustainability Assessment: Vera Espindola Rafael, Matthew Himmel, Sylvia Calfat