Commission approves three new geographical indications from Belgium, Finland and France

The Commission has approved the addition of the following three products to the register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGIs):

Wallon honey, from production hives located in Wallonia, Belgium. Wallonia has a great floral diversity, which encourages a particularly large production of all-flower honey. Specific know-how has been developed and adopted by beekeepers in Wallonia that allows them to obtain a smooth and homogeneous honey.

Yläsavolainen muurinpohjalettu (pictured), a thin pancake made from a dough composed of milk, flour, eggs and salt, which is then cooked in a cast iron pan. It is produced in Upper Savonia, Finland. Yläsavolainen muurinpohjalettu differs from classic pancakes in its thinness, its ‘lace’ appearance and its crispiness.

The Cavaillon melon is a yellow Charentais type melon, grown in France, in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Bouches-du-Rhône, Var and Vaucluse. The qualities of the Cavaillon melon are linked to the natural factors of the area, with significant sunshine, as well as to the know-how rooted in the territory. Many documents and testimonies attest to the reputation of the Cavaillon melon which has been built up over several centuries. Today, the Cavaillon melon is part of the heritage of the city of Cavaillon where it is celebrated every year on the second weekend of July.

These new appellations will join the list of 3646 products already protected, available in the  eAmbrosia database. For more information, see also the pages on the  quality policy.

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