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Luigi Aceto, the 'Lemon King', Amalfi Coast, Italy

Luigi Aceto, often referred to as "The Lemon King," is renowned for his dedication to preserving the Amalfi Coast's unique lemon-growing traditions. At over 80 years old, he remains an active and passionate guardian of biodiversity. His family, the Aceto family, has been pivotal in protecting and promoting the distinctive Amalfi lemons, which hold I.G.P. (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) status. This designation highlights their exceptional quality and the traditional methods used in cultivation, unique to the steep, terraced landscapes of the Amalfi Coast.

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Amalfi Coast - IGP Lemons
Luigi Aceto, often referred to as "The Lemon King," is renowned for his dedication to preserving the Amalfi Coast's unique lemon-growing traditions. At over 80 years old, he remains an active and passionate guardian of biodiversity. His family, the Aceto family, has been pivotal in protecting and promoting the distinctive Amalfi lemons, which hold I.G.P. (Indicazione Geografica Protetta) status. This designation highlights their exceptional quality and the traditional methods used in cultivation, unique to the steep, terraced landscapes of the Amalfi Coast.