Consejo Superior de Investigaciones Científicas, CSIC: Real Jardín Botánico
Abstract
Promoting the links between people, places, and agrifood products can
be a tool for sustainable rural development in many rural communities
of the world. In fact, origin-linked products show quality attributes
linked to the geographical places and people as a result of specific
local know how and natural resources, and over time, a collective
reputation is being built, that is identified by a geographical indication
(GI). The definition of this specific quality thanks to a code of practice
and the collective management of the GI system are fundamental tools
to identify and preserve natural and human resources thus enhancing
economic, social and environmental effects.
The aim of this guide is to provide local stakeholders with a conceptual
framework, concrete illustrations and methodologies for the promotion
and preservation of quality products linked to geographical origin and
for implementation of GIs. The guide proposes a four-step process in
order to strengthen the origin-linked quality virtuous circle. The
material presented in the guide derives from experiences of FAO and
SinerGI in this field