Ahead of the curve, Spain’s agri-food sector showcases a total of 377 protected designation of origin seals and protected geographical indications, known as DOP and IGP respectively. The latest additions to this pedigree arrived in 2024, expanding the catalog with new quality marks. On January 10, Extremadura added caprine meat to the list, followed by Campo de Calatrava wine on February 21, and most recently, Rosalejo wine, produced across the Toledo and Ciudad Real provinces, was added this Monday. These updates underscore a robust and growing ecosystem of regional specialties across the country.
A vast landscape of Andalusian agro-food production—now holding 61 distinct marks, with 28 DOs and 31 IGPs—is followed by Castilla y León, which accounts for 19 DOs and 18 IGPs. Galicia ranks next, boasting 36 quality products, four of which are shared with other autonomous communities. Behind Galicia sit Castilla-La Mancha and Catalonia, each with 35 protected indications. This names a clear regional distribution of quality seals across Spain, reflecting a diverse and deeply rooted tradition of local farming, winemaking, and culinary crafts.
A detailed breakdown by autonomous community reveals how these quality indicators are spread across the country.
In the next search tool, readers can verify the DOs and IGPs for each autonomous community and identify which products carry the most quality seals, offering a practical way to explore regional specialties and learn which regions have the strongest concentrations of protected products. This resource helps consumers and professionals alike understand the geography of quality in Spain’s agri-food sector.
In this guide, readers will find a clear map of where each designation sits, how many products carry a given seal, and which regions are expanding their portfolios with new, recognized crafts. For reference, this overview aligns with current regulatory practices and the latest registrations approved in 2024, reflecting ongoing efforts to preserve culinary heritage while promoting regional innovation. [Source: official registries and regional agricultural authorities, cited for context and verification]