The Australian red meat industry is encouraging European Union (EU) accredited cattle producers to opt into a new LPA geolocation tool to avoid the risk of becoming ineligible to export EU cattle supply after 31 December 2025.
From 1 January 2026, beef exports to the EU will be required to include lifetime geolocation data for all source cattle used in each consignment.
To help producers meet the requirements of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), red meat bodies have collaborated with the Integrity Systems Company (ISC) to develop a dedicated geolocation ‘pull-through’ tool.
“The red meat industry, through Integrity Systems Company, has developed a practical geolocation tool to help the supply chain meet these requirements,” said Australian Lot Feeders’ Association (ALFA) chief executive officer, Christian Mulders.
“ALFA encourages EUCAS-accredited feedlot operators, and their suppliers, to take the necessary steps and opt in to this system to ensure their cattle remain eligible for EU supply chains.
“Our shared success in accessing premium international markets like the EU depends on all parts of the supply chain working together to meet evolving requirements.”
Given the time required to produce beef from paddock to plate, the Australian processing industry is encouraging all European Union Cattle Accreditation Scheme (EUCAS) producers to act now to retain access to this high-value export market.
“While we are still six months out from the hard deadline, the fact is that feedlots and processors are already looking to source cattle for meat production that will be exported to the EU in 2026 and beyond,” added Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) CEO, Tim Ryan.
EUCAS producers are encouraged to log in to their LPA account via myMLA and share their geolocation for Land Management and EU to ensure they continue to meet market requirements.