Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Sebastian Candiago, Simon Tscholl, Leonardo Bassani, Helder Fraga, Lukas Egarter Vigl
Summary: The article presents the first geospatial inventory of regulatory information about 1177 wine PDO in Europe, based on official EU geographical indication register documents. This inventory includes crucial legal information such as geographic boundaries, authorized cultivars, and maximum yields, enabling researchers to accurately assess, compare, and map the regulatory information in each wine region. It supports decision makers in developing adaptation strategies for the preservation of PDO wine regions.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Emily Fanning, Graham Eyres, Russell Frew, Biniam Kebede
Summary: This paper reviews the methods to trace the geographical origin of cocoa beans and classify cocoa or chocolate based on specific quality attributes. The integration of instrumental and sensory attributes is important to establish robust geographical indications. There is a need for a more rapid and non-destructive analytical approach to modernize traditional traceability methods.
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Alexandra Goudis, Dimitris Skuras
Summary: The study provides a classification of European consumers based on logo awareness and finds that logo-aware consumers have distinct demographic, human capital, and socio-economic characteristics, as well as behavioral and attitudinal traits. The effects of country and region are vital in understanding consumer behavior related to protected designation of origin products.
BRITISH FOOD JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Aina Fort, Itziar Ruisanchez, M. Pilar Callao
Summary: This study proposes using multivariate methodology combined with spectroscopic techniques to authenticate the geographical origin of monovarietal olive oils, showing that fusion strategies can improve identification performance, and the way the dataset is divided can influence the results.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Aron Torok, Matthew Gorton, Ching-Hua Yeh, Peter Czine, Peter Balogh
Summary: The value of Geographical Indications (GIs) to consumers is compared to leading manufacturer's brands in a study of sausages in Hungary, with results showing that GIs can generate higher consumer value. However, consumers' taste preferences may not align with GI specifications. The study also identifies two consumer segments, with the majority valuing the GI label and a minority being brand conscious.
Article
Agronomy
Lukas Flinzberger, Yves Zinngrebe, Miguel Nuno Bugalho, Tobias Plieninger
Summary: The study shows that PDOs strongly overlap with environmental and cultural values, and are more frequent in economically weaker, older, and declining population areas. Additionally, different product categories have varying degrees of correlation with environmental values, providing valuable information for the sustainable transformation of EU agriculture.
AGRONOMY FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Maria Lisa Clodoveo, Ahmed Yangui, Mahdi Fendri, Simona Giordano, Pasquale Crupi, Filomena Corbo
Summary: Tunisia is one of the largest olive oil-producing countries in the world, with the largest certified organic olive-producing areas. The objective of the paper is to evaluate the impact of geographical indications on the olive oil industry and propose five strategic guidelines to support sustainable development goals.
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Michele Ghidotti, Yiannis Fiamegos, Catalina Dumitrascu, Maria Beatriz de la Calle
Summary: The study classified 183 PDO honeys from three regions in Spain using ED-XRF elemental profiles and successfully differentiated honey without PDO from El Bierzo. Manganese content served as a discriminant marker between Liebana PDO and El Bierzo, which could also be distinguished from each other. The developed models displayed unique elemental profiles among different regions and varieties.
Article
Agronomy
Sidi Rana Menggala, Wouter Vanhove, Dimas Rahadian Aji Muhammad, Abdur Rahman, Stijn Speelman, Patrick Van Damme
Summary: This paper focuses on the impact of the geographical indications (GIs) of Koerintji cinnamon on its value chain, finding that the GIs improve efficiency and credibility for farmers and buyers, as well as leading to price improvement and added value.
Article
Economics
Armelle Maze
Summary: In this article, the authors reconceptualize the intellectual property regimes that support geographical indications (GIs) as 'knowledge commons'. They discuss how geographical names can be considered part of the public domain but can also be appropriated through trademark registration. The analysis suggests that IP laws supporting GIs emerged in Europe and spread worldwide as a response to the threat of private confiscation through trademark registration.
JOURNAL OF INSTITUTIONAL ECONOMICS
(2023)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Vincenzina Fusco, Francesca Fanelli, Daniele Chieffi
Summary: This review focuses on the DNA-based techniques for authenticating probiotic, PDO, and PGI fermented foods and beverages. The specific DNA markers of microorganisms have been used for authentication, and advanced detection tools such as propidium monoazide (PMA) real-time PCR and DNA-based lab-on-a-chips are promising for on-time and quantitative detection. PCR-DGGE and metagenomics combined with PMA are valuable for fingerprinting microbial communities and detecting mislabeled species. These methods need to be combined with PMA, culturomics, or flow cytometry for enumeration of viable microorganisms.
Article
Agronomy
Adrian Rabadan, Manuel Alvarez-Orti, Jacinto Tello, Jose E. Pardo
Summary: This study evaluates the drivers of eco-innovation in the olive oil production sector, finding that large olive oil cooperatives have a strong commitment to sustainability and that cooperation with a wider range of agents encourages eco-innovation, particularly among smaller firms. However, belonging to a protected designation of origin (PDO) has a limiting effect on the implementation of eco-innovative measures in the sector.
Article
Ecology
Ursula Kreitmair, Jacob Bower-Bir
Summary: This study explores the reasons for the varying impacts of climate change on different countries and the heterogeneities in mitigating climate change. The research found that heterogeneous assemblies are less able to collectively provide public goods, and suggests that emphasizing reciprocity may improve collective action. Additionally, the study introduces a methodological innovation of using machine learning to classify players based on their conditional contribution behavior.
ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Barbara Pick, Delphine Marie-Vivien
Summary: This paper explores issues of representativeness and participation in the processes of elaborating geographical indications (GI) specifications and governance of GI initiatives, comparing the producer-led approach in France with the state-driven approach in Vietnam through six case studies. Different understandings and implementations of representativeness are shaped by legal frameworks, with negotiations among stakeholders in France and a consultative role for local stakeholders under state authority in Vietnam. Opportunities for fairness and empowerment vary between the two approaches.
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Francesco Bimbo, Alessandro Bonanno, Rosaria Viscecchia
Summary: This study explores the relationship between the structural characteristics and production decisions of a geographical indication (GI) group and prices and marketing margins. The findings suggest that the number of GI operators is more related to consumption prices, while GI age is not associated with higher consumption prices. Additionally, higher farmers' olive/oil conversion rate is linked to lower prices, while greater vertical integration is related to higher origin prices and a higher share of marketing margins going to producers.
BRITISH FOOD JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giovanni Sogari, Davide Menozzi, Nicoletta Pellegrini, Michele Lefebvre, Miguel Gomez, Cristina Mora
Summary: College students' lifestyle and eating habits strongly affect their health. Consuming whole grain products is known to provide health benefits, but their intake remains below recommendation. Factors such as cognitive attitudes have a positive impact on students' willingness to include whole grain pasta in their diets.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Fisheries
Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giovanni Sogari, Francesco Gai, Giuliana Parisi, Davide Menozzi, Cristina Mora
Summary: The study found that consumers perceive wild fish to taste better and be more nutritious, but consider farmed fish to be cheaper, safer, and more ethical. Factors such as fish preference, attitude, and subjective knowledge affect consumers' intention to purchase. Providing accurate information strategies is crucial for promoting the consumption of farmed fish.
Article
Ecology
Timothy Manyise, Domenico Dentoni
Summary: This paper proposes a framework that examines the impact of smallholder farmers' participation in value chain partnerships on agri-food systems resilience. It finds that partnerships are more effective in supporting smallholder farmers' entrepreneurial learning when they pool more resources among partners, distribute decision-making rights, and balance formal and informal coordination mechanisms.
ECOSYSTEM SERVICES
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
G. Sogari, D. Menozzi, C. Mora, M. Gariglio, L. Gasco, A. Schiavone
Summary: Using insects as protein sources for poultry has environmental advantages and can provide animal welfare and health benefits. However, there is limited research on consumer acceptance of farmed animals fed with insects. This study aims to understand consumers' attitude, intention to purchase, and willingness to pay for duck meat obtained from a farmed duck fed on insect-based meal or live insect diet.
JOURNAL OF INSECTS AS FOOD AND FEED
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Simone Mancini, Giovanni Sogari, Salomon Espinosa Diaz, Davide Menozzi, Gisella Paci, Roberta Moruzzo
Summary: Population increase and food production have negative impacts on the environment, leading international organizations to focus on more environmentally friendly and alternative protein products. Edible insects might be one of those alternatives. While common in some places, the practice of eating insects has been traditionally shunned in others, such as European countries. However, in the past decade, there has been growing interest and significant progress in the research on edible insects from both the public and private sectors.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giovanni Sogari, Davide Menozzi, Cristina Mora
Summary: The years in university bring about significant changes in students' dietary patterns. Factors such as limited time, financial constraints, and lack of dietary information pose barriers to healthy eating. Possible strategies to promote healthier diets among university students include diversifying food options in canteens, providing facilities for students to prepare and consume home-cooked meals, offering student discounts at supermarkets, and providing information on nutrition and healthy eating.
FRONTIERS IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Davide Menozzi, Ching-Hua Yeh, Elena Cozzi, Filippo Arfini
Summary: The study examined consumer preferences for cheese products with multiple quality labels, showing how price remains crucial but other quality attributes can influence choices. Different market segments with positive attitudes towards quality-labeled food products were identified, offering insights for marketing strategies.
Article
Geography
Amilien Virginie, Discetti Roberta, Lecoeur Jean-Loup, Roos Gun, Tocco Barbara, Gorton Matthew, Biasini Beatrice, Menozzi Davide, Matthieu Duboys de Labarre, Filipovic Jelena, Meyer Kathrin, Torok Aron, Veljkovic Sasa, Wavresky Pierre, Haugronning Vilde, Csillag Peter, Simons Johannes, Ognjanov Galjina
Summary: This study sheds new light on the "attitude-behaviour gap" among European consumers in relation to Food Quality Schemes (FQS). Through ethnographic fieldwork data from 41 households in seven European countries, the study reveals that consumers exhibit different levels of engagement with FQS in their everyday food practices. The co-existence of multiple regimes of engagement highlights a dynamic and evolving process of adjustment in how consumers understand and interact with FQS.
JOURNAL OF RURAL STUDIES
(2022)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Davide Menozzi, Giovanni Sogari, Cristina Simeone, Mikolaj Czajkowski, Wojciech Zawadzki, Pascale Bazoche, Sterenn Lucas, Cristina Mora, Margrethe Aanesen
Summary: This study provides empirical evidence on the drivers affecting Norwegian salmon consumption in three European countries using the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). It highlights the effects of positive and negative information about the sustainability of salmon farming on consumers' perceptions and behavior. The study confirms the role of attitudes in affecting consumers' intentions and shows that negative information has a stronger impact on attitudes and intentions compared to positive information.
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Giovanni Sogari, Francesco Riccioli, Roberta Moruzzo, Davide Menozzi, Daylan Amelia Tzompa Sosa, Jie Li, Aijun Liu, Simone Mancini
Summary: Past tasting experience with edible insects could influence food neophobia and disgust, and consequently, it could increase the intention to engage with entomophagy. This study aims to measure the effect of food neophobia and insect disgust on the willingness to engage in entomophagy and explore the differences between consumers who had previous experience eating insects and those who did not.
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Beatrice Biasini, Alice Rosi, Francesca Scazzina, Davide Menozzi
Summary: This study aimed to explain and predict the intention to follow a sustainable diet and its adoption in Italy. The theory of planned behavior was used to develop an online survey, and the results showed significant associations between attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control with both intention and behavior assessments. The applied TPB models explained behavioral intention at most (78%) and suggested interventions to encourage virtuous food consumption habits in Italy.
Article
Food Science & Technology
Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giulia Andreani, Cinzia Franchini, Beatrice Biasini, Alice Rosi, Irina Dolgopolova, Jutta Roosen, Davide Menozzi, Miguel I. Gomez, Francesca Scazzina, Cristina Mora, Giovanni Sogari
Summary: The study examines the effects of different nudges on university students' food choices in the online pre-ordering system of university canteens. The results show that dish placement significantly increases the selection of healthy and sustainable dishes. Combining different nudges can positively influence students who already have strong sustainable and healthy eating behaviors.
FOOD QUALITY AND PREFERENCE
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Giulia Andreani, Giovanni Sogari, Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Davide Menozzi, Cristina Mora
Summary: This research aimed to test the impact of displaying a logo indicating healthy and sustainable dishes on an online platform on university students' food choices. The results showed that the effects of the logos varied among students from different disciplines, highlighting the need for implementing food policies to encourage diverse eating choices among students.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GASTRONOMY AND FOOD SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Davide Menozzi, Rungsaran Wongprawmas, Giovanni Sogari, Francesco Gai, Giuliana Parisi, Cristina Mora
Summary: Consumers' lack of knowledge about fish production methods leads to skepticism and confusion when purchasing fish. Objective and subjective knowledge both influence attitudes towards wild and farmed fish, but only subjective knowledge has an impact on the intention to purchase wild fish. The intention to purchase is correlated with fish purchasing frequency, and information about production methods affects consumers' attitudes but not their purchasing intentions. This study provides insights for policymakers and producer associations/industries to develop communication campaigns on fish production methods and improve transparency and acceptance of aquaculture products.
AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD ECONOMICS
(2023)
Article
Agricultural Economics & Policy
Orjon Xhoxhi, Domenico Dentoni, Drini Imami, Engjell Skreli, Olta Sokoli
Summary: In the context of a transition economy, this study examines the impact of farmers' trust towards their buyers on their entrepreneurial orientation. Findings suggest that innovativeness, risk-taking, and proactivity are key dimensions of farmers' entrepreneurial orientation, while younger and wealthier farmers tend to have higher levels of entrepreneurial orientation.
JOURNAL OF AGRIBUSINESS IN DEVELOPING AND EMERGING ECONOMIES
(2022)
