Introduction

Darjeeling tea, Parmigiano cheese, Bordeaux wine, Kobe beef, Idaho potatoes, Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee, and Tequila are just some of the more popular Geographical Indications (GIs). GIs are associated with unique products that embody rich cultures and history. They can also be lucrative billion-dollar businesses and as popular as any international brand names. Yet, until now, we’ve known very little about these unique forms of intellectual and cultural property and their potential to provide a sustainable means of competitiveness even for remote regions of developing countries.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure