
Manyas Kazak bean is a variety of Phaseolus vulgaris L. cultivated in the Manyas district of Balıkesir province. This product is consumed either as fresh pods or dried seeds. Its seeds are large, plump on both sides, and have a glossy appearance. Thanks to their thin skin, they cook easily, and the skin does not separate during cooking. Geographical Indication Status Manyas Kazak bean is protected as a designation of origin under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769. Its registration number is 1
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Meriç peanut is a type of peanut grown in the Meriç district of Edirne province, Türkiye. Belonging to the Arachis hypogaea species of the Fabaceae (Legume) family, this plant has been registered as a designation of origin under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769. The registration process was initiated by the Meriç Chamber of Agriculture with an application on April 28, 2017, and was approved on September 29, 2022. The product is produced within the geographical boundaries of the Meriç distric
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Çukurören Pepper (Çukurören Biberi in Turkish) is a product registered as a Designation of Origin. This pepper, grown within the geographical border of the Çukurören village in the Bilecik province, is obtained from the Capsicum annuum species of plant. The product is strung on cotton threads with a needle and dried under sunlight. A portion of the dried peppers is marketed as is, while another portion is processed in stone mills into flake pepper. In production, peppers set aside as seeds from
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The Gaziantep Oğuzeli pomegranate is a local variety of Punica granatum L. grown in the Oğuzeli district of Gaziantep province, located in Türkiye's Southeastern Anatolia Region. It was registered as a geographical indication with a “designation of origin” on September 2, 2019, by the Gaziantep Commodity Exchange. This status ensures that the product can only bear the name when produced within the specified geographic area using traditional methods. Distinctive Features When ripe, the Oğuzeli po
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Nizip mint (Mentha spicata L.) is a seasoning herb closely associated with Nizip district in Gaziantep, Türkiye, distinguished by its unique aroma and green color. Registered as a designation of origin on March 12, 2020, under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, it has been protected by a geographical indication since that date. The registration was carried out by the Nizip Commodity Exchange. Distinctive Characteristics Nizip mint is marketed in both fresh and dried forms. Its characteristic
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İslahiye pepper, a variety of Capsicum annuum L. with moderate spiciness, is grown in the İslahiye and Nurdağı districts of Gaziantep province, Türkiye. Green when fresh, it turns a vibrant flag-red shade when ripe. Registered as a designation of origin on January 5, 2022, under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, the registration was carried out by the Gaziantep Commodity Exchange. Geographical Boundary and Climatic Factors İslahiye pepper is cultivated exclusively within the İslahiye and Nur
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Aksaray Un Kurabiyesi / Aksaray Asker Kurabiyesi (Aksaray flour cookie, also known as Aksaray soldier cookie) is a traditional bakery product unique to the Central district of Aksaray province, Türkiye. Registered with a geographical indication designation of origin on June 14, 2022, under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769, this cookie has deep historical roots and holds a significant place in the region’s culinary culture. The name “soldier cookie” originates from the tradition of gifting it
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The Amasya misket apple is a distinctive apple variety unique to Amasya province in Türkiye, registered with a geographical indication as a protected designation of origin. It was officially registered on March 14, 2019, and is protected by the Amasya Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry. The geographical scope of the registration includes the districts of Amasya Merkez, Suluova, Merzifon, Gümüşhacıköy, Hamamözü, Taşova, and Göynücek. Ecological and Climatic Characteristics Amasya
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Marmaris Peanut is a traditional peanut cultivated in the Marmaris district of Muğla, belonging to the species Arachis hypogaea L. It is consumed either raw in-shell or as a dried snack. This legume is an annual plant that grows in warm climates and is classified among oilseed crops in Türkiye. The hard-shelled fruits contain 50–60% oil. The well-drained, loose-textured, sandy-loam, reddish terra-rosa soils of Marmaris favor seed set, resulting in large peanuts with a pinkish hue. Seed dimension
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Milas Vekilharcı is a traditional dish specific to Milas district in Muğla province. It consists of phyllo dough filled with minced meat mixture, baked, and then served with meat or chicken broth, strained yogurt, and spices. It was registered as a Protected Geographical Indication on December 9, 2022, and is protected under the Industrial Property Law No. 6769. Product Characteristics Milas Vekilharcı is prepared by layering phyllo dough made from wheat flour, water, olive oil, and eggs with a
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