The terms PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) and PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) are geographical indications established by the European Union to protect product names linked to specific regions and traditional production methods.
Protected Geographical Indication (PGI)
PGI – Protected Geographical Indication means that at least one stage of the production, processing, or preparation occurs in a specific region. This ensures a direct connection to the area’s heritage and production methods.
Popular products with PGI status you may enjoy include:
Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)
PDO – Protected Designation of Origin requires that every aspect of production—from sourcing raw materials to processing—occurs within a defined region. This guarantees the product’s authenticity and preserves its traditional qualities.
Popular products with PDO status you may enjoy include:
- Odysea 100% Sheep’s Milk Feta Cheese
- Odysea Organic Feta Cheese
- Odysea Sheep & Goats Milk Feta Cheese
- Odysea Greek Feta Cubes
- Odysea Kalamata Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Roussas Galotyri
- Odysea Sheep & Goat’s Milk Halloumi
- Odysea Halloumi
- Odysea Manouri Cheese
- Krokos Red Saffron Stigmata
Why is Feta Awarded PDO Status?
Authentic Greek Feta must be made up of at least 70% Sheep’s Milk and must originate from specific regions of Greece, including Macedonia, Thrace, Epirus and the Peloponnese.
Greece’s ecological richness, with over 5,500 recorded species of flora, including 1,000 endemic species, contributes to the unique flavour of feta. This biodiversity, along with special sheep and goat breeds, imparts the distinctive aroma and taste that makes Greek Feta so special.
Explore our authentic PDO Feta range here, and get inspired by our recipes here.
