Sicily initiates STG certification process for Busiate with Trapani pesto

An initiative has been launched to seek the European Speciality Tradizionale Garantita (STG) status for ‘Busiate con il pesto alla trapanese’. The process was officially introduced in Favignana during the ‘Favignana Blue & Green 2026’ expo at Palazzo Florio.

A dedicated interest group, comprising businesses, research institutions, and educational bodies, has signed a declaration of intent to pursue this certification. The group is promoted by CNA Sicilia Agroalimentare, CNA Trapani, the Gian Pietro Ballatore Research Consortium, and the Sicilian Regional Union of Chefs/Italian Federation of Chefs.

The goal of the STG recognition is to protect the traditional production methods and specific composition of this culinary staple, providing greater visibility and economic opportunities for the Trapani region. The project involves a broad network, including regional departments for agriculture and tourism, the University of Palermo, and local municipalities.