Orkney Cheddar gets protected

摘要

Orkney Scottish Island Cheddar has been awarded Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status under the EU Protected Food Names (PFN) scheme. The distinction means that consumers are guaranteed they are buying the genuine product. The news brings Orkney Scottish Island Cheddar into the same category of protection as high-profile products like Stornoway Black Pudding, Arbroath Smokies and Scotch Beef.