World Food Day is observed every year on October 16. Year 2021 marked the 76th World Food Day.

Key facts

• This day makes human realise how privileged are they to gorge on the delicacies from across the world as well as raises awareness regarding deprived & not-so-privileged people.
• It acknowledges the founding of Food and Agriculture organisation as well as highlights the section in the world that starves from extreme hunger.
• United Nations had found the ‘Food and Agriculture Association (FAO)’ on October 16, 1945.

Significance of the day

Starvation is a big problem in several countries, especially in underdeveloped parts of the globe. Thus, awareness is required to address this issue. World Food Day helps in addressing the issue.