Geographical Indications systems

Year of establishment: 2014 

No. of agri-products under GI: 4 

Origin and location: Pursuant to the provisions of the law, agricultural goods, foodstuffs, handicraft goods or any other goods produced in the geographical area or transformed shall be under the scope of geographical indication registration and protection in the Kingdom of Cambodia. In order to prevent misuse or expropriation of GIs, and allow them to play their role as a sign of a specific quality linked to Geographical Origin, both for producers, consumers, local and global stakeholders, a set of common rules defined at local level is required in order to: 

• Clearly identify the product and define its production and processing practices shared among stakeholders using the GI;
• Avoid unfair production and commercial practices, preventing people to abuse or to damage the GI reputation by making and selling products with different and/or lower quality characteristics while benefiting from the reputation of the quality sign. 

Control system: In order to prevent misuse or expropriation of GIs, and allow them to play their role as a sign of a specific quality linked to Geographical Origin, both for producers, consumers, local and global stakeholders, a set of common rules defined at local level is required in order to: 

• Clearly identify the product and define its production and processing practices shared among stakeholders using the GI;
• Avoid unfair production and commercial practices, preventing people to abuse or to damage the GI reputation by making and selling products with different and/or lower quality characteristics while benefiting from the reputation of the quality sign. 

Sample products: 

1. Kampot peppers are known for the mildness of their spice, the freshness and complexity of their aromas and their exceptional, lingering taste. The Kampot pepper geographical indication covers green, black, red and white peppers. Kampot pepper has benefitted from a wide reputation since the 13th century, mainly due to its quality. It is recognised as belonging to the historical and cultural heritage of Cambodia. The Kampot pepper production zone is located in the south of Cambodia, in the district of Kampong Trach, Dan Tong, Toeuk Chhou, Chhouk and Kampot City in Kampot province, Kep City and Damnak Chang Aeur district in Kep province. Registed in April 2, 2010. GI owner: Kampot Pepper Promotion Association Angkor Chey I Village, Damnak Kantuot Khang Tbaung Commune, Kampong Trach District, Kampot Province, Cambodia.
   Website: www.kampotpepper.biz. 
   
   
2. Kampong Speu palm sugar is characterised by its typical palm aroma and its light brown colour. The Kampong Speu palm sugar geographical indication covers sugar powder, sugar paste, sugar block, and sugar syrup.Kampong Speu palm sugar is produced from palm sap from male and female flowers, which are harvested from the cuttings of palm inflorescence. Other varieties are prohibited. Palm plantations are located on deep sandy soils and the low rainfall contributes to a high sugar content and richness of aroma. Plantations are prepared on red-yellow podzol soil, a particular type of sandy soil which is at least 80 cm deep, has a gravel layer with good drainage abilities. Depending on the type of Kampong Speu palm sugar, harvesting occurs throughout the year or seasonally. After harvesting and pressing the flowers, palm sap is collected, the palm sugar crystallises, and is then dried, stored and packed. Packaging bears the label and the lot number, as well as the expiry or packing date. All GI goods are packaged in: 1. Kampong Tralach, Sameakki Mean Chey, Rolea Bier and Krong Kampong Chhang of Kampong Chhnang province; 2. Oral, Thpong, Phnom Sruoch, Basedth, Kong Pisey and Krong Chbar Mon in Kampong Speu province; 3. Kandal. The Kampong Speu palm sugar growing zone is located in the west of Cambodia, in the Ouk Dong and Samrong Tong district, Kampong Speu province and Ang Snuol district, Kandal province. The name ‘Kampong Speu’ is related to production of palm sugar and is a traditional product from this area (several guide books and articles refer to this, such as the article in ASIA-Life).
   A unique characteristic of Kampong Speu palm sugar is its link to the local agroecosystem — the influence of the weather and the condition of the soil. Kampong Speu palm sugar’s production techniques (i.e. low rainfall and natural fertilisation) vary, according to the environment of the production zone. Registed in April 2, 2010. GI owner: Kampong Speu Palm Sugar Promotion Association
   Ang Ta Pok Village, Cheung Roas Commune, Oukdong District, Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia.
   Website: http://www.kampongspeu.org . 
   
   
3. Koh Trung pomelos are known for their freshness, their aroma and their exceptional taste. 
   They come in two varieties, Sweet and Kro Nhov (sweet and sour). They have an irregular oval shape, tapering towards the neck, and a light green or yellow colour.
   Production/processing Koh Trung pomelos are produced from two varieties of pomelo plant: Sweet and Kro Nhov. Other varieties are prohibited. Koh Trung pomelo plantations are located on an island in the Mekong River in areas with brown alluvial or eutric fluvisol soils that are not prone to flooding and have good drainage capacities. Depending on the type of pomelo, harvesting occurs twice a year. Harvested fruits are left to stand in the shade between 24-48 h before being sorted and packed. Packaging should bear the label, the lot number and packaging date. Koh Trung pomelos are produced in the north of Cambodia, by the villages of Kbal Koh and Chong Koh in Koh Trung District; and of Chrouy Banteay commune in Prek Prasab district, Kratie province. Link between product and territory
   Koh Trung pomelos have benefitted from a wide reputation since 2002, mainly due to their quality. They are recognised as belonging to the historical heritage of one of the Khmer kings in Cambodia. The unique characteristics of Koh Trung pomelos are due to its links to the agro-environment – the influence of the weather and the condition of the soil. Production techniques (i.e. irrigation and natural fertilisation) vary according to the environment of the production zone. Registered in 15/06/2018. GI owner: Koh Trung-Kratie Pomelo Producer Association Kbal Koh Village, Koh Trung Quarter, Kratie City, Kratie Province. Cambodia. No website. 
   
   
4. The Mondulkiri wild honey is characterized by its natural sweet taste, the freshness and complexity of their aromas, and their colors are red, light golden and dark brown honey. Production and processing: Mondulkiri wild honey is harvested from the forest during the dry season between February to May, in which during that time the honey has composed of low moisture. Mondulkiri wild honey is collected from the big tress with vine forest in the rainforest and collected from the tree which has green leave from December to June. The species of the trees are commonly used in medicine and extracting the resin for lighting by household. Mondulkiri wild honey is collected, by traditional of the Pnong Indigenous community and providing improving techniques by experts, in order to harvest it with sustainability and meet the standard of sanitary. Packaging should bear the label and the lot number, as well as the expiry or packaging date. The Mondulkiri wild honey is located and bordering the provinces of Kratie to the west, Stung Treng to the northwest, Ratanakiri to the north of Cambodia, and production zone is defined only in theKoh Nhek District, Pichreda District, Orang District, Keo Seima District, and Sen Monorom City, Mondulkiri Provinces. Link between product and territory.
   The name ‘Kampong Speu’ is related to production of palm sugar and is a traditional product from this area (several guide books and articles refer to this, such as the article in ASIA-Life). A unique characteristic of Kampong Speu palm sugar is its link to the local agroecosystem — the influence of the weather and the condition of the soil. A unique characteristic of Mondulkiri wild honey is its link with the agro-environment conditions of the area, espically the influence of the climate. The bee collection method is based on the honey collection technique of the Pnong Community in Mondulkiry Province. The Collection of “Mondulkiri Wild Honey” is based on bee keeping experience and knowledge of forest and bee sanctuaries in the designated areas. Registered in 10/12/2020. GI owner: Mondulkiri wild bee conservation Association, Pou Tang Village, Pu Chrey Commune, Pich Chenda District, Mondulkiri province, Cambodia.
   Website: https://www.facebook.com/Mondulkiriwildhoneygi    
   

National website:
https://www.cambodiaip.gov.kh/DocResources/6ebdd963-ba4d-42db-933d-d7e52f99018a_c786a043-b88d-4f64-9429-60a330efdc5f-en.pdf