A Great Distinction for Cretan Olive Oil

The registration of "KRITI" Extra Virgin Olive Oil as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) adds value to the high reputation that Cretan olive oil has already achieved in international markets.

At a time when quality is the only way forward for our agricultural products, "KRITI" olive oil KRITI" olive oil, with its registration as a PGI, consolidates its potential to capture an even larger market share in an increasingly demanding food market.

Our company undertook the study, submission, and support of the dossier to the services of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food and the European Union.

The study was conducted by Nikolaos Bounakis and Eleni Diafonidi, supported by a working group consisting of: Mr. Konstantinos Fotakis (Director of the Directorate of Rural Development of the Region of Crete), Mr. Alekos Stefanakis (President of the Technical Chamber of Greece, Crete Branch), Mr. Dimitrios Lydakis (Professor Emeritus, Department of Agriculture, ELMPA), and Mr. Nikolaos Fakourelis (Representative of SEDYK).

As part of its social responsibility, our company prepared the study and supported the process until the dossier was approved by the EU services, without remuneration.

We would like to thank the Regional Governor of Crete, Mr. Stavros Arnaoutakis, and the former Deputy Regional Governor, Mr. Manolis Hnaris, as well as the administrations of:

Agricultural Partnership Union of Heraklion S.A.

Agricultural Cooperative of Mylopotamos

Cretan Farmer Agricultural Partnership

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