Companies sourcing cocoa face growing pressure to ensure their supply chains are legal, traceable, and deforestation-free, in the context of evolving sustainability regulations, such as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), and broader global developments.

How can businesses meet their deforestation- and conversion-free (DCF) requirements while building more inclusive and resilient supply chains?

This webinar will build on ISEAL’s new cocoa case study developed with Fairtrade International and the Rainforest Alliance, which will be published ahead of the event. It is the second in a series exploring deforestation-risk supply chains and how voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) can support companies in meeting DCF requirements and 'beyond', driving wider sustainability impact. The first case study, focused on palm oil, is available to download here.

The discussion will explore how VSS can support companies in navigating evolving market requirements while advancing broader sustainability goals and smallholder inclusion.

Participants will hear insights from the Rainforest Alliance and explore perspectives from across the cocoa supply chain on how standards and certification are evolving to support responsible sourcing, regulatory compliance, and industry transformation.

Who should attend?

• Business representatives working on DCF compliance and responsible sourcing
• Those working on or interested in EUDR, cocoa, agriculture, supply chain traceability and innovation, and smallholder inclusion

For any questions, please contact JessicaF@isealalliance.org.