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International Day of Potato 2026: Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish

29 May 2026, 09:00 (Rome time) hybrid
International Day of Potato 2026: Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish

The third International Day of Potato will be observed on 29 May 2026 (as 30 May falls on a Saturday)under the theme Where potatoes grow, livelihoods flourish.

The theme positions the role of potatoes in strengthening livelihoods for farmers and value chain actors —from the highlands of the Andes to Africa, Europe, Asia and beyond. By advancing potato farming and value chain development, the crop contributes to poverty reduction, resilience and more inclusive and sustainable agrifood systems.

See also: https://www.fao.org/international-potato-day/en

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