PROCEEDINGS - THIRD REGIONAL CONSULTATION ON GIs IN EUROPE AND ASIA

In 2021, FAO and the Organization for an International Geographical Indications Network  (oriGIn) hosted the ‘’ Third regional consultation on geographical indications in Europe and Central Asia”. The consultation focused on GIs’ global trends, the state of affairs in various countries and recommendations for future activities.

These proceedings provide an overview of the topics discussed, key recommendations and country studies.

LABELLING AND CERTIFICATION SCHEMES FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLES' FOODS

This review analyses the potential of labelling and certification schemes for Indigenous Peoples to be able to market their food products. 

In particular, the publication focuses on schemes that are designed by, with and for Indigenous Peoples, and that can provide economic, social and environmental benefits while protecting and promoting their unique values centered around the respect of life and Mother Earth.

USING GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS TO IMPROVE SUSTAINABILITY

This brief presents best practices and lessons learned drawn from the implementation of a comprehensive approach to GIs for over 10 years.  

The policy guidance provided through the brief highlights the importance of endogenous interventions that put local producers at the centre of geographical indication processes, as well as the need for public institutions to play a key role in the implementation of geographical indication approaches.

PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH THE REGISTRATION OF GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS

This publication provides guidance for public authorities in examining requests for the registration of geographical indications.

The publication highlights the importance of public institutions to support the creation of enabling environments that contribute to the development of sustainable food systems through geographical indication approaches.