Regional Food Product

Regional Food Product label

Would you like to support local producers and enjoy exceptional products at the same time? The Regional Food label is here to show you the way to the best our regions have to offer.

What is the Regional Food label?

Since 2010, the Ministry of Agriculture has been awarding the Regional Food Product label to the highest quality agricultural or food products that win in 13 regional competitions. Winning products can carry the Regional Food award for a period of 4 years. The aim of this initiative is to support local producers and make it easier for consumers to find high-quality regional products.

Who can apply for the label?

Producers who manufacture food in a given region, mainly from regional ingredients, can apply for the Regional Food Product label. It is also important that the number of employees in the company does not exceed 250.

What are the conditions for obtaining the label?

In order for a product to obtain the Regional Food Product label, it must meet several conditions set out in the Methodology for Awarding the Regional Food Product Label:

• Origin and raw materials: The product must be produced in the given region. At least 70% of the ingredients must come from the region or, in justified cases, from the Czech Republic. However, the main raw material must always be 100% of domestic origin.
• Quality and uniqueness: The product must have exceptional quality characteristics that distinguish it from common products on the market.
• Compliance with legal regulations: The product must comply with all applicable national and European food law regulations.
• Regular availability: The product should be able to be marketed regularly, with the exception of seasonal products.

How is the evaluation carried out?

The Evaluation Committee decides on the award of the Regional Food Product label. The Committee evaluates both the information provided in the application for the Regional Food Product label and the product itself, emphasizing its connection to the region, quality characteristics, composition, and sensory properties.

Product categories:

The Regional Food label is awarded in the following categories:

• Heat-treated meat products
• Non-heat-treated meat products with a long shelf life, canned and semi-canned products, fresh meat and semi-finished meat products
• Cheeses, including cottage cheese
• Other dairy products
• Baked products, including pasta
• Confectionery products, including sweets
• Beverages (except wine made from grapes)
• Fruit and vegetables in processed or fresh form
• Other (e.g., honey, ready-made meals, fish)

Where can you find products with this label?

Products labeled with the Regional Food Product label can be found at farmers' markets, local shops, some supermarkets, and especially directly from producers. Information about award-winning products, including where they are sold, is available on the website Regionalnipotravina.cz

Why choose Regional Food?

• Support for the region: By purchasing these products, you are supporting the local economy and employment.
• Quality and freshness: You can be sure that you are buying high-quality and often fresh products.
• Tradition and originality: Regional foods are often based on traditional recipes and offer unique flavors.

The Regional Food Product label is a great guide to the world of regional specialties. Discover a wealth of flavors and support the best our regions have to offer!

For more information, including how to apply for the Regional Food Product label, visit the website of the State Agricultural and Intervention Fund or Regionalnipotravina.cz.