On Saturday, December 21, was published in the BORM approve the request for registration of the geographical indication "Melon Torre-Pacheco - Murcia" in the Community register of protected designations of origin and protected geographical indications.
This record of the melon Torre-Pacheco will be enrolled is a prerequisite for the pachequero toad skin melon enjoys Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) throughout Community territory.
The toad skin melon identifies this product for its reputation in the Campo de Cartagena since 1700 and organoleptic features, climatic and historical characteristics differentiated with respect to cultivated elsewhere.
He also is commercially supported by its market demand.
The melon Torre-Pacheco is characterized by its sweetness, juiciness and flavor and a tougher pulp that allows once harvested, able to maintain those qualities
Source: Ayuntamiento de Torre Pacheco