Article: Olive oil, basil added to PDO list.(European Policy News)(Tuscan Olive Oil and Genoa Basil are given Protected Designation of Origin status)(Brief Article)

The European Union has added Tuscan Olive Oil and Genoa Basil to its list of over 700 products that enjoy geographically-based name protection.

'Tuscia' olive oil and 'Basilico Genovese'--a herb famous for its use in pesto--have been awarded Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status, the term given to foodstuffs that are produced, processed and prepared in a given geographical area using traditional methods.

Italy is an enthusiastic supporter of the EU's policy of protecting local speciality food and agriculture products against imitations made in other regions and countries, and has already registered over 36 oils and fats with PDO status, including ...

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