Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey

TOBB has prepared guidelines for chamber-exchanges for EU registration of geographical markers

TOBB prepared the “Geographical Markers Guide for Chambers and Commodity Exchanges,” and shared it with 81 provinces in order to guide the chambers and exchanges in their geographical marker applications to the European Union.

The guidelines pointed out that local and special products are more preferred by consumers every day, noting that geographical markers are the most valuable tools and treasures that bring gains in national and global markets. In this way, it was emphasized that every step taken by the chambers and exchanges is very valuable. TOBB officials, together with the Brussels Representative Office, said they would continue to support chambers and exchanges in registration and subsequent processes.

- 5 products registered in EU

Turkey has 5 geographical markers registered with the European Union. These are: Antep Baklava, Aydın Fig, Malatya Apricot, Aydın Chestnut and Milas Olive Oil.

Bayramiç Beyaz and Taşköprü Garlic have reached the final stage before registration.

For 16 geographical markers, the evaluation process is ongoing in the European Union. These products are: Afyon Bacon, Afyon Sausage, Antakya Künefe, Antep Lahmacun, Antep Pistachios, Edremit Bay Green Scratch Olive, Gemlik Olive, Giresun Chubby Hazelnut, Kayseri Mantı, Kayseri Bacon, Kayseri Sausage, Maraş Tarhana, Maraş Pastry, Milas Oil Olive, Cağlayancerit Walnut, İnegöl Meatballs.