Production data
The DOP mark certifies a unique cheese of its kind, actually the Vastedda della valle del Belìce DOP is one of the few sheep cheeses.
But the protected designation of origin guarantees above all the territorial characteristics that the Vastedda itself contains.
But the protected designation of origin guarantees above all the territorial characteristics that the Vastedda itself contains.
The consortium was born in 2001, since that moment the production of vastedda has grown year by year.
Through the many promotional activities carried out by the consortium, production figures are steadily increasing.
Through the many promotional activities carried out by the consortium, production figures are steadily increasing.
After a decline in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic that destabilized the market, results settled in the following years above 250 quintals of annual production.
There are 50 members participating in the production chain, including breeders, seasoners and the 8 cheese makers registered in the control program.
Distribution on the market confirms that Vastedda della valle del Belìce PDO is no longer a product for mainly local consumption.
30% of the extra-regional market represents the excellent results that the competition has achieved in promoting and enhancing the product.
Distribution on the market confirms that Vastedda della valle del Belìce PDO is no longer a product for mainly local consumption.
30% of the extra-regional market represents the excellent results that the competition has achieved in promoting and enhancing the product.
