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Grain Traders Face Scrutiny Over Deforestation Commitments

1/15/2026

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Environmental groups question whether grain traders will avoid sourcing from deforested lands in Brazil after the collapse of the 2006 Amazon Soy Moratorium.
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), Bunge Ltd., and Cargill have pledged to end deforestation by 2025–2026, but the commitments lack transparency.
Critics argue that abandoning the moratorium undermines previous conservation efforts.
Retailers McDonald's and Burger King have not clearly stated how they will ensure compliance with these new commitments.

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Environmental groups question whether grain traders will avoid sourcing from deforested lands in Brazil after the collapse of the 2006 Amazon Soy Moratorium.
Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), Bunge Ltd., and Cargill have pledged to end deforestation by 2025–2026, but the commitments lack transparency.
Critics argue that abandoning the moratorium undermines previous conservation efforts.
Retailers McDonald's and Burger King have not clearly stated how they will ensure compliance with these new commitments.