Sourcing cocoa from Sud-Comoé
Sud-Comoé is a significant cocoa producing region within Côte d'Ivoire. When sourcing from this region, EUDR requires specific geolocation data identifying the production plots.
Geolocation requirements
Your due diligence statement must include GPS coordinates for production land in Sud-Comoé. For plots over 4 hectares, polygon coordinates defining the boundaries are required.
Regional considerations
- Verify supplier certifications specific to Sud-Comoé
- Confirm production dates relative to the December 2020 cut-off
- Document the supply chain from Sud-Comoé to point of export
- Assess regional deforestation risk factors