Department of Agriculture of the Republic of Cyprus

The Department of Agriculture of the Republic of Cyprus has been actively engaged in a legal challenge concerning the registration of the trademark 'Grilloumi'. This case highlights the department's role in protecting the interests of Cypriot agricultural products on a global scale.

Important Events

In a notable legal case, the Department of Agriculture of the Republic of Cyprus opposed the registration of 'Grilloumi' by Fontana Food AB. The trademark was intended for use in dairy products and cheese. However, the Australian authority dismissed the opposition from Cyprus, allowing the registration to proceed. This event underscores ongoing international disputes over product names and trademarks in the dairy industry.