<![CDATA[Afriyani, A., Gumay, I. F., Wijayanti, R., Martinus, A., Hsaa, A. K. P. (2025). Readiness and Challenges of Rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) Farmers in Facing European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) in Panca Desa Banyuasin I. In: Herlinda S et al., (Eds.), Prosiding Seminar Nasional Lahan Suboptimal ke-13 Tahun 2025, Palembangg 20 Oktober 2025. (pp. x–y). Palembang: Penerbit & Percetakan Universitas Sriwijaya (UNSRI).Rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) is an important commodity that farmers in the plantation sector widely cultivate, but with the implementation of the European Union Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR), farmers face new challenges related to the export of products that are at risk of deforestation and degradation. The research used a survey method. Information was obtained from questionnaires and information from rubber farmers. Sampling was carried out using a simple random sampling method. This study aimed to evaluate the readiness and constraints of natural rubber farmers in Panca Desa, Banyuasin I, facing the regulation. The study was conducted in October-November 2024 and showed that most farmers (80%) did not understand the EUDR policy, while only 20% had a basic understanding. Nonetheless, 92% of farmers support the implementation of EUDR. The main constraint faced is the lack of socialization, with 100% of farmers reporting not getting any information related to this policy from the government or stakeholders. These findings indicate the need for increased socialization and mentoring to prepare rubber farmers for global sustainability demands.]]>
