Strengthening the contribution of
Geographical Indications to smart
territorial development and
sustainability

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Welcome to GI SMART!

GI SMART is a 4-year research project that will provide evidence-based recommendations to strengthen the contribution of s geographical indications (GIs) to sustainable territorial development and the objectives of the EU Farm to Fork strategy.
To achieve this, GI SMART will develop tools and methodologies to foster the implementation of sustainability strategies by GIs producers, ensure their recognition by consumers, and formulate policy recommendations for a better design of GI policies.
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Latest news

EU GI stakeholders unite in Brussels to shape the future of Geographical Indications

Organised by oriGIn EU, EFOW, and AREPO, in the framework of the GI SMART project,  the event provided a platform for vibrant discussions on the current state and future prospects of Geographical Indications (GIs) in the EU.

Successful Launch of the Spanish MAP

The participants expressed a positive reception to the initiative, as reflected in their engagement and agreement with several of the statements presented throughout the session

Launch of the Italian community platform!

On May 26, 2025, within the European GI SMART project, the first meeting of the Italian Multi-Actor Platform (IT-MAP) took place, coordinated by the University of Parma and University of Firenze, with the support of AREPO.

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