The United Nations (UN) declared May 30 as International Day of the Potato to raise awareness about its economic, nutritional, and cultural importance. Potatoes are a global staple and India is the second largest producer of the crop.Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced the 2024’s theme as ‘Harvesting diversity, feeding hope‘, recognising the efforts of small-scale farmers who are custodians of thousands of native potato varieties.
Potato Day will be celebrated every year on May 30. The day supports and promotes small-scale and family farming production of the potato, particularly by rural farmers, including women farmers. The potato has its origins in the Andes region of South America. It represents one of that region’s most important food contributions to the world. Today, potatoes rank among the top five staple food crops consumed globally, vital in ensuring food security.
Presentation- Dibyabharati Nayak
