The brand of regional products as a tool to promote rural development (on the basis of opolskie voivodeship)

Abstract

In recent years a growing interest in regional products could be observed. Products which names point to the place of their origin are bought willingly. Regional products are frequently rediscovered, often found by accident to be finally found with a great efforts in the shops. The specific qualities of the regional products, and especially those of traditional food products, decide about their originality and authenticity. It also proves the fact that they are bought more willingly than mass products. The research on the behaviour of the consumers on the regional products market in Opole area shows that these products are bought willingly. They also create a chance to show and promote the region they are from.

Keywords

• regional products
• rural development