"Traceability" News Archive

The EU's initiative for Digital Product Passports mandates transparency throughout product lifecycles, nurturing sustainability and circular economy practices by 2026. Businesses are required to adjust to meet compliance standards and cultivate consumer trust.

The USDA said the traceability system should help stop diseases from spreading.

TEXPROCIL’s new blockchain platforms offer end-to-end traceability for Kasturi Cotton Bharat and other fibers, setting a new standard for sustainable and transparent cotton sourcing.

WWF’s new fund promotes sustainable leather sourcing by supporting traceability, farm-level solutions, and deforestation-free practices. Brands can lead the way toward a greener leather supply chain

Explore the rise of clean fashion, as demand for chemical-free, sustainable clothing options grows. Learn how brands are navigating this emerging trend with innovation and transparency.

A proposed delay to the European Union's landmark deforestation regulation has stirred up significant uncertainty across global commodities markets. The law, designed to tackle deforestation linked to the importation of key agricultural products such as cattle, coffee, cocoa, and soy, would require companies to trace and map their supply chains to ensure they do not contribute to forest destruction. Originally set to come into effect on December 30, 2024, the delay proposal is seen as an attempt to offer producers, particularly in developing countries, more time to adjust to the stringent new requirements. Yet, for many, this postponement might only delay the inevitable, leaving both small farmers and larger corporations grappling with the regulatory and logistical challenges ahead.

Mastering environmental footprinting is a strategic imperative for B2B companies to achieve regulatory compliance, enhance competitiveness, reduce costs, and build a strong brand reputation, with this article providing a comprehensive roadmap for their journey.