Poppy Halva Receives Geographical Indication Certification
Poppy Halva Receives Geographical Indication Registration in Burdur
Poppy halva, a delicious and traditional dessert, has recently received a geographical indication registration certificate in Burdur, Turkey. This certification was granted upon the application made by the Burdur Chamber of Commerce, making it the 14th registered product specific to the city.
During an introductory meeting held at the Governorship meeting hall, Governor Türker Öksüz highlighted the importance of the city’s economy being rooted in agriculture and animal husbandry. He emphasized the need for production, development, and enrichment in order to achieve prosperity, stating, “We need to work to turn our potential in plant and animal production into production and added value.” Governor Öksüz also expressed his satisfaction with Burdur receiving geographical indication registration certificates for 14 products already and mentioned the potential for more registrations in the future.
Governor Öksüz further emphasized the significance of registering local products with the European Union geographical registration certificate, noting that having such certification can open up opportunities for selling products globally. He assured that the Governorship is committed to supporting local producers and their efforts to obtain these certifications.
Ömer Faruk Gündüzalp, President of the Burdur Commodity Exchange, shared that the registration process for poppy halva began in April 2021 and is currently ongoing. He also revealed that the registration process for two more products, Söğüt tomato and Kızılkaya black cumin, is in progress and expressed hope that these certifications will be finalized soon.
With the registration of poppy halva and other local products, Burdur aims to protect its unique culinary heritage and promote its traditional delicacies on a wider scale. The city’s focus on obtaining geographical indication registration certificates signifies its commitment to preserving its cultural and gastronomic identity while also boosting economic opportunities for local producers.
