For the first time in 50 years, six original geographical indications have been registered in Israel after Mateh Yehuda Regional Council, according to the Haredi business news website Bizzness.
Geographical indications are typically names or sign on products that refer to specific geographical origin, meaning that only local producers are allowed to use them.
According to international laws and regulations, geographical indicators are considered to be a type of intellectual property. For this reason, once they have been registered they are protected by local and international laws.
Wines originated from the Judea region are known for their outstanding quality, owing to unique climate and soil conditions.
The last time a geographical indicator was registered in Israel was more than 50 years ago, when the newly formed country began exporting what would later become world renowned Jaffa oranges.
The six new names, like "Harey Yehuda" (Judea Mountains) and "Mordot Yehuda" (Judea Slopes) were registered by the Israel Patent Office, operating under the Justice Ministry, after no objection was filed.