Minister Takhov: Protected designation of origin gives a market advantage to cheese and yogurt produced from 100% Bulgarian raw materials

Bulgaria's Minister of Agriculture and Food, Dr. Georgi Takhov, has praised the benefits of the Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) for Bulgarian cheese and yogurt, which are made from 100% Bulgarian raw materials. This initiative, aimed at providing a market and competitive advantage, has seen 'Bulgarian yogurt' and 'Bulgarian white brine cheese' added to the European Register of Protected Appellations of Origin and Protected Geographical Indications. The event, held in Lukovit, also highlighted the importance of livestock breeding and the demand for clean food in Bulgaria. There are a total of 28 producers for 'Bulgarian Yogurt' and 25 for 'Bulgarian white brine cheese', with some still in the process of registration and certification. The event was organized by the Association 'Bulgarian Traditional Dairy Products', in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture and Food and the Municipality of Lukovit, and attracted participation from various local government representatives, scientific circles, and trade unions.