The Cornish sardine has been granted Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status under the EU Protected Food Names Scheme due to strong historical links between the region and the fish.
It has joined other foods such as Stilton cheese, Scotch beef and Melton Mowbray pork pies in the initiative, meaning only sardines caught in Cornwall can be given the Cornish sardine name.
A unique method for catching sardines is used in the county – something that those staying in Cornwall holiday cottages may witness during their stay – and chairman of the Cornish Sardine Management Association Nick Howell praised the announcement.
"The fishermen and processors of Cornwall have combined their efforts over the last ten years in re-building this traditional fishery," he remarked, adding that a focus can now be placed on "promoting the sustainability and quality of our brand".
According to the Agriculture and Rural Development department of the European Commission, at least on stage of either production, preparation of processing must take place in the area that the food is named after in order for PGI status to be granted.
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