International Potato Day Celebrated Worldwide
Summary
International Potato Day on May 29, 2026, is celebrated worldwide to promote sustainable agriculture and honor the role of potatoes in food security and livelihoods.
Key Points
- International Potato Day is celebrated globally on May 29, 2026, with the slogan 'Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish'.
- The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) initiated this day to promote sustainable and inclusive agri-food systems involving all potato stakeholders.
- Potatoes are cultivated in 159 countries with around 5,000 varieties, playing a crucial role in food security and poverty reduction.
- The celebration highlights the contributions of small family farmers, especially women, and the cultural diversity linked to potatoes.
- The United Nations emphasizes the importance of crops like potatoes in facing global challenges such as hunger, poverty, and climate change.
