From Recognition to Value: Strengthening GI Producers Groups Across the EU

AREPO, EFOW and oriGIn EU are pleased to invite you to participate in the European workshop “From Recognition to Value: Strengthening GI Producers Groups Across the EU”, which will take place on 25 June 2026 at the European Committee of the Regions in Brussels (Rue Belliard 99/101). 

The event is organised in the framework of the Horizon Europe GI SMART project and it will constitute the 4th meeting of the GI SMART EU MAP. 

At a time of evolving EU policy and a renewed legal framework for Geographical Indications, this one-day European workshop will offer a dedicated space to reflect on how GI producer groups can be better recognised, structured and supported to unlock their full potential:

• Morning – Policy and governance framework
  • Presentation of the Committee of the Regions study on how local and regional authorities support GI development;
  • Exchange with Members of the European Parliament active in the Intergroup “Wine, Spirits and Quality Foodstuff” on the EU GI Action Plan and broader policy perspectives, including the post-2027 CAP.
• Morning – National recognition systems
  • Sharing of experiences with Member State administrations on national systems for recognising GI producer groups.
• Afternoon – Producers’ perspectives and practical experience
  • Interactive roundtables with GI producer groups from the wine and food sectors;
  • Concrete approaches to creating value, regulating production potential and preserving the benefits generated by GIs.

A detailed programme and registration information will follow shortly.