A leek has been given the same protected status as Cornish pasties, Melton Mowbray pork pies and stilton cheese. The Welsh leek has been awarded Protected Geographical Indication status through the UK GI scheme. This makes them 19th on the list of GI protected foods originating from Wales Welsh growers wanted the humble leek to be awarded this to boost …
It has been a symbol of Wales for more than 1,000 years, venerated for bringing luck on everything from battlefields to rugby pitches. Welsh growers want the vegetable to be given a Protected Geographical Indication in order to boost demand and reputation. If their bid is successful, Welsh leeks would be protected in a similar way to Cornish pasties, stilton …
