Overview

This guide outlines the plot size requirements under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), focusing on the technical specifications and requirements for land area documentation.

Plot Size Specifications

Size Requirements

  • No minimum size threshold
  • No maximum size threshold
  • Must capture precise production area
  • Must have homogeneous conditions

Technical Limitations

  • No polygon area size limit
  • 25 Mb file size limit for DDS
  • Special provisions for plots under 4 ha

Assessment Requirements

Plot Conditions

  • Must have homogeneous conditions
  • Must allow risk assessment
  • Must enable evaluation of:
    • Deforestation risk
    • Forest degradation risk

Information System Requirements

  • Accepts polygons of any area
  • Total DDS file size limit: 25 Mb

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is there a minimum plot size requirement?

A: No, the regulation does not specify a minimum plot size.

Q: Is there a maximum plot size limit?

A: No, there is no maximum size limit for plots of land.

Q: What is the file size limit for the Information System?

A: The total due diligence statement file size cannot exceed 25 Mb.

Q: What makes a plot suitable for assessment?

A: The plot must have sufficiently homogeneous conditions to allow evaluation of deforestation and forest degradation risks.

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