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World Pulses Day raises awareness of why pulses are such an important crop. (Image: shutterstock)
World Pulses Day aims to highlight the nutritional value, food security and environmental benefits of the crops
World Pulses Day 2023: World Pulses Day is observed every year on 10 February across the world. The United Nations General Assembly designated it as an annual global event in 2019. The day is marked to raise awareness about the importance of pulses as a crop. It also highlights the nutritional value, food safety and environmental benefits of pulses. The crop is known not only for its low carbon and water footprint, but also for its role in improving soil productivity and resilience in agricultural systems. They are also an excellent source of micronutrients and can help combat malnutrition. Read on to know about this day:
World Pulses Day 2023: Theme
This year the FAO special virtual event will focus on the theme “Pulses for a Sustainable Future”. According to the official UN website, this year’s celebration will focus on the contribution of pulses to improving soil productivity, enhancing the resilience of agricultural systems – pulses provide a better life for farmers in water-scarce environments, Because they have less water. footprint and can better tolerate drought and climate-related disasters.
World Pulses Day: History
On December 20, 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution (A/RES/68/231) declaring 2016 as the International Year of Pulses (IYP). The celebration was led by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. The aim was to raise public awareness about the nutritional and environmental benefits of pulses.
As the International Year of Pulses was a great success, the potential of the crops to further achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development was recognised. In particular, relevance was given to Sustainable Development Goals 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 12, 13 and 15. It proposed the observance of World Pulses Day to Burkina Faso.
In 2019, the United Nations General Assembly adopted 10 February as World Pulses Day.
World Pulses Day: Significance
World Pulses Day aims to bring to our attention all the diverse health benefits of pulses. These low carbon footprint and low water footprint crops are wonderful sources of many micronutrients. They are also extremely easy to store and can play a vital role in preventing world hunger.
The United Nations has noted that pulses are critical to achieving global food security, improved human health and soil health. It is a great dietary option to overcome malnutrition. In addition, intercropping with pulses can increase agrobiodiversity. It is also excellent for creating a more varied landscape for animals and insects.
In short, World Pulses Day raises awareness of why pulses are such an important crop. It aims to highlight the nutritional value, food security and environmental benefits of crops.
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