UN International Day
World Food Day
A Food and Agriculture Organization observance focused on food, farming, nutrition, hunger, and communities.
Nigeria Edition
October 16, 2029
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Tuesday, October 16, 2029
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World Food Day
The day is observed in Nigeria with events promoting food security, and the focus is on the agricultural wealth of the country. Nigeria is the largest producer of cassava, yam, and cowpeas in the world, and the day is a celebration of the Nigerian farmer. The events include food fairs, cooking competitions, and the distribution of seeds and fertilizers, and the message is that Nigeria can feed itself if it invests in agriculture.
