Celebrating versatile potato, shaping history & feeding future –

Today is International Day Of Potato. The world celebrates the versatility of the potato – a staple in every kitchen and a symbol of our farmers’ dedication. The theme of this year’s day is Shaping history, feeding the future. The theme acknowledges the potato’s deep historical and cultural significance and its evolving role in today’s global agrifood systems. India is happily joining the world to celebrate International Potato Day. The potato, called aloo in India, is very important in Indian food and farming. India is the second-largest producer of potatoes in the world, accounting for a big share of the potatoes grown globally.