Paraguay

Forest context

Paraguay’s forest ecosystems reflect strong geographic and climatic contrasts between the Paraneña region in the east and the Chaco in the west. The Paraneña region is characterised by humid subtropical conditions, while the Gran Chaco – the second largest forest in the region after the Amazon- comprises dry and humid lowland forests with tropical climates and marked seasonal variability. Land-use dynamics are shaped by agricultural and livestock expansion, timber extraction and infrastructure development, resulting in significant forest conversion in the Chaco region in eastern Paraguay.

Our approach

EFI supports agricultural supply chains in Paraguay by working with government institutions, agricultural producer organisations, civil society, and the private sector. Our action focuses on strengthening capacities and policy and regulatory frameworks analysis and guidance for EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) legal compliance.

Our acitvity centres on the following sectors:

• Timber sector – technical support on legality analysis and due diligence guidelines for EUDR legal compliance, together with public authorities, civil society organisations and timber supply chain actors.
• Bovine sector – technical support on legality analysis and due diligence guidelines for EUDR legal compliance, together with public authorities, civil society organisations and livestock supply chain actors.
• Soy sector – technical support on legality analysis and due diligence guidelines for EUDR legal compliance, together with public authorities, civil society organisations and soy supply chain actors.