12/05/2026
Today, we join the world in commemorating the International Day of Plant Health under the theme: Plant Biosecurity for Food Security and Nutrition.
The International Day of Plant Health raises global awareness on the importance of protecting plant health to help end hunger, reduce poverty, protect biodiversity and the environment, and boost economic development.
Did you know?
98% of the oxygen we breathe comes from plants
80% of the food we eat is provided by plants
Yet every year, pests and diseases destroy up to 40% of crops globally, threatening food security, farmers’ livelihoods and ecosystems.
Plant biosecurity plays a critical role in preventing the spread of harmful pests and diseases, safeguarding agriculture, biodiversity and international trade.
Protecting plants is everyone’s responsibility. Protecting plants means protecting life.