Description
The Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI is a bean of the variety Phaseolus vulgaris.
Production Area
The production area of the Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI is in the region of Prespes in the Florina prefecture, specifically in the agricultural zones of the municipal areas of: Microlimni, Karyes, Lefkonas, Platy, Lemos, Aghios Germanos, Aghios Achilios, Vrontero and Kallithea, in the Western Macedonia region.
Production Method
Open field cultivation is used and it is favoured by the area's particular microclimate. The latter distinguishes itself from the rest of the Florina prefecture by the vicinity of the two homonymous lakes of Megali Prespa and Micri Prespa. Furthermore, the slightly alluvial nature of the soil, which is poor in calcium and has abundant low vegetation, contributes to the exceptional quality of the beans. The average output of the "open field" cultivation is of 200 kg for every 1,000 sq. m.
Appearance and Flavour
The Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI is a large bean (1.000 grains have a weight of at least 450-500 gr); it is white in colour and has a particular kidney-like shape.
History
The history of the Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI is linked to the traditional production in the Prespes region, which is favoured by its microclimate. The latter, differing from the classic continental climate of the rest of the Florina prefecture, is due to the vicinity of the two homonymous lakes Megali Prespa and Micri Prespa.
Gastronomy
The Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI should be kept in a dry place under good hygienic conditions. This precious legume is consumed cooked, either baked or boiled. It is often used coupled with other vegetable products, onions, tomatoes, celery and carrots, seasoned with oil. It is also used by the canning industry.
Marketing
The product is sold as Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI. It is marketed for wholesale in bags of 50 kg or 60 kg.
Distinctive Features
The excellent quality of the Fassolia Plake Megalosperma Prespon Florinas PGI is given by the particular cultivation that applies traditional principles based on the respect for the environment, and exploits the peculiar microclimate of the production area.
