EUDR Production Date and Time Range Requirements
General Requirements
Documentation Purpose
Production dates and time ranges establish deforestation-free status for:
- Commodities placed on EU market
- Commodities used in relevant products
- Products covered by regulation
Non-Cattle Commodities
Production Dates
- Refers to harvest date
- Must link to specific plots
- Connected to designated land
- Related to actual production
Time Ranges
- Covers production process duration
- Includes harvesting operations
- Links to specific land plots
- Documents complete process
Alternative Documentation
When precise dates unavailable:
- Crop year acceptable
- Harvesting season acceptable
- Must relate to production specifics
Cattle Requirements
Time Range Definition
- Spans entire animal lifetime
- Birth to slaughter period
- Complete establishment history
- All location documentation
Market Entry Requirements
Initial Placement
- All prior establishment locations
- Complete geolocation data
- Due diligence statement submission
- Birth to market documentation
Subsequent Trading
Non-SME Traders:
- Additional location documentation
- Updated geolocation data
- Continued tracking requirement
SME Traders:
- Five-year record maintenance
- No new statement requirement
- Information retention obligation
Exemptions
- Cattle born before June 29, 2023
- Products from exempt cattle
- As per Articles 1(2) and 2(14)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What constitutes a production date for non-cattle commodities?
A: It refers to the harvest date, while time range covers the duration of production process.
Q: Can crop year be used instead of specific dates?
A: Yes, when more precise information isn't available due to production specificities.
Q: What time range applies to cattle?
A: The animal's entire lifetime, from birth to slaughter.
Q: Are all cattle covered by the regulation?
A: No, cattle born before June 29, 2023, are exempt.