The Geographical Indications (GIs) scheme of the European Union guarantees visibility and protection to high-quality agri-food products associated with a demarcated region of origin. This paper estimates the impact of the scheme in attracting agri-food Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in European NUTS3 regions, using a novel dataset and a Generalized Propensity Score Matching approach. Areas endorsed with GIs attract more FDI in agri-food related activities than their non-GI counterparts. Positive effects, estimated for FDI inflows, related job creation, and inter-sectoral spillovers on local employment, involves territories with lower institutional quality.
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