Geographical Indication

Building value together: One year of Turkish Pine Honey GI

With World Bee Day upon us, we are reminded of the vital role pollinators play in food systems and livelihoods. Turkish Pine Honey (Türk Çam Balı) offers a timely example of how origin-linked honey products can be protected and nurtured. One year on from its national Geographical Indication (GI) registration, the focus has shifted to turning this recognition into lasting value across the sector. Granted in July 2025, the GI was obtained with the technical support of the EBRD and

Türkiye’s Pine Honey earns protected status – and global attention

Thick, dark and rich in minerals, Türkiye’s pine honey, known as Türk Çam Balı, has recently earned national protection through a geographic indication (GI), recognizing its unique origin and quality. Unlike flower honey, pine honey gets its distinctive woody flavor from bees collecting honeydew from Marchalina hellenica insects on pine trees. Produced mainly along Türkiye’s coastal regions, this honey is now officially celebrated for its authenticity. The GI was made possible through collaboration between the European Bank for Reconstruction and