Sourcing palm oil from Surat Thani
Surat Thani is a significant palm oil producing region within Thailand. 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 Surat Thani. For plots over 4 hectares, polygon coordinates defining the boundaries are required.
Regional considerations
- Verify supplier certifications specific to Surat Thani
- Confirm production dates relative to the December 2020 cut-off
- Document the supply chain from Surat Thani to point of export
- Assess regional deforestation risk factors