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Bayonne Ham is a certified ham that observes a strict and clear technical manual, at every stage of its making.

The demands made of Bayonne Ham

At every level (farm; slaughter/cutting; curing; distribution), the technical manual, which has been validated by the authorities includes a rigorous series of checks. This includes, among others, these specific qualities:

  • Registration and authorisation for all operators in the Bayonne Ham production chain
  • A set of internal checks carried out by each operator to ensure the compliance of their production.
  • Internal checks within the production chain, carried out by technicians from the Consortium du Jambon de Bayonne.
  • External checks carried out by specialist staff from an independent certificating body.

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A production chain that is totally transparent at every stage of production

Exceptionally high livestock standards

The structure and livestock management used ensure the optimal development of the full potential of the pigs' breeding, as well as the identification and monitoring of the animals and prophylactic plan.
The small scale of the units, the low stocking density in the region and the regional veterinerary health monitoring ensures optimal standards of health on the farms.

Traceability of Bayonne Ham

Every stage of the production is both tracked and transparent, hence the quality and food safety of the meat.
Traceability allows every ham to be tracked throughout its maturation and ensure that the minimum drying time for the Bayonne Ham appellation respected.
All the necessary information to identify a product appears on the labelling of the hams.