Thai IP Department Encourages Use of GI Products to Enhance Food Value

The Thai Department of Intellectual Property is urging the public to actively utilize regional products certified with Geographical Indication (GI) as ingredients for both savory dishes and desserts. This promotional measure aims to enhance the added value of GI products, thereby contributing to the promotion of Thailand's diverse culinary culture and the revitalization of local economies. The GI system protects products that are produced in a specific region and possess qualities and characteristics derived from the region's climate, soil, and traditional production methods. Within Thailand, various products such as rice, fruits, coffee, noodles, and processed foods have received GI certification. The Department of Intellectual Property emphasizes that by actively incorporating these GI products into daily meals and the food service industry, it is possible to convey not just the ingredients themselves, but also the stories of the local communities and quality assurance behind them to consumers. This not only allows consumers to choose higher quality food but also enables producers to receive fair recognition and revenue. This initiative is positioned as part of the government's broader policy to protect and promote Thailand's rich culinary heritage and to achieve sustainable economic growth through the expansion of domestic consumption. Source: MGR Online (Business)