The range of protected geographical indications has expanded with another seven members

The range of protected geographical indications has expanded with the Csopaki wine, the Sikicarp of Akasztó, peaches from Budaörs, the Black Cherry from Szomolya, sour cherry from Újfehértó, Nagykun rice and the sour cherry from Nagykörű – the Ministry of Agriculture told MTI on Wednesday.

Nagy István, Parliamentary Minister of State of the Ministry of Agriculture (FM) emphasized on Wednesday that traditional agricultural products, foods and beverages that are unique in nature, amd represent values that we must not only protect but also preserve for future generations. He emphasized that by regulating the use of geographical indications, they can ensure the protection of traditional names of Hungarian agricultural products, foods, spirits and wines in all EU Member States. (MTI)