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Celebrating the Inaugural International Potato Day

Celebrating the Inaugural International Potato Day

AspectDetails
EventInternational Potato Day
DateMay 30th, annually starting in 2024
Established byUnited Nations General Assembly (December 2023)
PurposeRaise awareness of the nutritional, economic, environmental, and cultural value of potatoes
Origin of PotatoesAndes region of South America
Global RankAmong the top five staple food crops globally
ImportanceEnsures food security; grown in diverse and harsh conditions
Climate ImpactLow greenhouse gas emissions
Focus on FarmersHighlights support for small-scale and family farmers, especially women
Theme for 2024"Harvesting Diversity, Feeding Hope"
ObjectivePromote potato biodiversity to address food insecurity and malnutrition

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