India Launches Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) Initiative
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Launch of the Indian Sustainable Natural Rubber (iSNR) initiative on January 21, 2025, in Kottayam, Kerala. |
| Location | Kottayam, Kerala, India. |
| Key Attendees | George Kurian (Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, Dairying, and Minority Affairs), Thiruvanchur Radhakrishnan (MLA), G. Anil Kumar (Vice Chairman, Rubber Board), N. Hari (Rubber Board). |
| Objective | Establish global benchmarks in sustainable rubber production. |
| Key Features | - Zero-cost certification for farmers.- Compliance with EUDR.- Deforestation prevention.- Farmer empowerment through training.- Supply chain traceability. |
| Technology Partner | TRST01, providing digital monitoring, reporting, and compliance solutions. |
| Global Compliance | Aligns with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). |
| Sustainability Alignment | Supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. |