The Importance of Regions

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There is a regional authenticity to certain food and beverage products, which is one reason that we make distinctions between the different coffees coming from Brazil, Ethiopia or Hawaii. And it’s why coffees from such special places cost more than blended coffees from unnamed places. The regionality a site imparts to certain agricultural products is one reason producers add value to certain products, including exalted examples of specialty cheeses, hams, balsamic vinegars, beef and of course, wines. Most people are content to purchase commodity products that serve the most basic purpose: nutrition. They don’t miss the distinctiveness they would get in more expensive, regionally produced products. They don’t often say, “I’m happy to pay more for a more distinctive product.” ...

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