Public consultation: Deforestation, forest degradation and due diligence in agricultural supply chains
Building on the due diligence recommendations of the OECD-FAO Guidance for Responsible Agricultural Supply Chains, the OECD and the FAO are developing a handbook focused on the risks of deforestation and forest degradation. The handbook will provide companies of any size and any position in the global supply chain with a practical tool that will guide them from commitment to action. Read more
DEADLINE FOR RESPONSE: 29 July 2022
PURPOSE OF THE PUBLIC CONSULTATION As part of the development of the OECD-FAO Handbook on Deforestation, Forest Degradation and Due Diligence in Agricultural Supply Chains, the OECD and FAO are conducting a public consultation to ensure that the handbook benefits from the views and experiences of all stakeholders. The public consultation is open to all stakeholders from all countries, including businesses, industry groups, civil society organisations, trade unions, as well as academia, interested citizens, international organisations and governmental experts. Download the consultation document to view the current draft text of the handbook.
HAVE YOUR SAY Respondents are invited to submit their inputs no later than 29 July 2022 by completing the consultation survey. The survey is in English but comments may be submitted in English, French or Spanish. Written submissions may be made publicly available. Data from the survey disaggregated as relevant by stakeholder group and geographic location may will also be made public. Respondents can opt for an anonymous or a public contribution. Any questions can be addressed to RBC@oecd.org.
HOW YOUR INPUT WILL BE USED The responses to this public consultation will contribute to the development of the handbook which is scheduled for release in Q1 2023. The final version of the handbook will build on the draft version available for this public consultation.
YOUR DATA PROTECTION RIGHTS Any personal data you provide as part of this consultation will be protected consistent with the OECD Data Protection Rules. Please note that your submission will be made public, as outlined above. Under the Rules, you have the right to access and rectify your personal data, as well as to object to its processing, request erasure, and obtain data portability in certain circumstances. To exercise these rights in connection with the consultation please contact RBC@oecd.org. If you have further queries or complaints related to the processing of your personal data, please contact the Data Protection Officer. |
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