Cyprus Agriculture Minister, Costas Kadis is holding consultations with stakeholders on the issue of halloumi cheese as regards possible improvements to the relevant dossier in view of the implementation of the decision for its registration as a Protected Designation of Origin product, expressing optimism that the process will run smoothly in October.
In statements to CNA after visiting a cheese production plant in Limassol, Kadis noted that he is holding contacts with farmers looking into the problems which they are facing.
“We had the opportunity to discuss about the challenges and the issues that come up as regards the registration of halloumi,” he noted, adding that he briefed them about the work being done very systematically as regards the registration of halloumi so that all procedures will be ready by October when halloumi will be described as a Protected Designation of Origin product.
He noted that he has been discussing with all stakeholders possible improvements regarding the halloumi dossier and what needs to be implemented in order to be ready in October.
Kadis expressed satisfaction because all those interested have a positive approach and response to the efforts being made and expressed optimism that the process for the halloumi registration will run smoothly in October.
The Minister said that any change must fully abide by the European regulations and therefore they are in contact with the EU.
