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. 

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.