A reported 319 Italian high-quality
food products were recognized by the European Union at the end
of 2022, four more than in 2021 thanks to the work done by
81,400 certified producers who have increased by 0.4%, in
particular in the South (+2,8%) and on the islands (+3,1%),
according to figures provided by Italian national statistics
bureau ISTAT on Thursday.
ISTAT's report said Italy ranked at the top of European
countries for the number of quality marks issued for its
products by the EU including DOP (protected designation of
origin), IGP (protected geographical indication) and STG
(guaranteed traditional specialties).
In 2022, 41.5% of producers recognized with quality marks were
in the South, followed by the islands (27.1%), Trentino-Alto
Adige (13.9%) and Tuscany (13.8%).
A reported 80% of products were cheeses , followed by extra
virgin olive oil, fruit and vegetables and cereal, said ISTAT.
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