EUDR Cattle Traceability Requirements

Documentation Requirements

Required Establishments

Complete geolocation required for:

• Birthplace location
• Feeding farm locations
• Grazing land locations
• Slaughterhouse location

Geolocation Format

For each establishment:

• Single latitude point
• Single longitude point
• No polygon requirement
• Point coordinate only

Implementation Guidelines

Responsible Parties

Requirements apply to:

• Operators placing products on EU market
• Non-SME traders
• Cattle product handlers

Documentation Standards

Must include:

• All establishment locations
• Complete movement history
• Lifetime location tracking
• Point coordinates

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is birthplace location sufficient for cattle traceability?

A: No, geolocation is required for all establishments throughout the animal's life.

Q: What establishments must be documented?

A: Birthplace, feeding farms, grazing lands, and slaughterhouses.

Q: Are polygon coordinates required for cattle establishments?

A: No, only single latitude and longitude points are required.

Q: Who must maintain this documentation?

A: Operators and traders that are not SMEs who place cattle products on the EU market.

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