Celebrating the Inaugural International Potato Day
Aspect | Details |
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Event | International Potato Day |
Date | May 30th, annually starting in 2024 |
Established by | United Nations General Assembly (December 2023) |
Purpose | Raise awareness of the nutritional, economic, environmental, and cultural value of potatoes |
Origin of Potatoes | Andes region of South America |
Global Rank | Among the top five staple food crops globally |
Importance | Ensures food security; grown in diverse and harsh conditions |
Climate Impact | Low greenhouse gas emissions |
Focus on Farmers | Highlights support for small-scale and family farmers, especially women |
Theme for 2024 | "Harvesting Diversity, Feeding Hope" |
Objective | Promote potato biodiversity to address food insecurity and malnutrition |