12th May is observed as the International Day of Plant Health, highlighting the critical role of plant protection in global food security, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation.
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| Fact / Entity | Detail |
|---|---|
| What | International Day of Plant Health observed |
| When | 12th May 2026 |
| Observance | FAO-led UN-designated international day |
| Significance | Highlights role of plant health in food security, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity |
| Parent Organisation | Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations |
| Headquarters | Rome, Italy |
| Established | 2020 (first observed 2021) |