Aotearoa New Zealand scheduled to be the nation’s first to celebrate World Fruit & Vegetable Day on the 18th of October, aligning to the global focus of encouraging a sustainable, healthful future. 5+ A Day Charitable Trust 5+ A Day Charitable Trust is leading the way in coordinating global celebrations and 30 nations are set to take part in celebrations. Carmel Ireland, 5+ A Day’s Project Manager stresses the significance of the event as a vital reminder for New Zealanders to take at least five portions of vegetables, and at least two portions of fruit a day. This is a way to ensure fitness and health. She mentions the constant dedication of the horticulture sector to sustainability practices as well as technological advancements in research.

It is a significant change. LeaderBrand, an acclaimed organization in the field of horticulture, has added an electric harvester as well as self-propelled cargo platforms into the Gisborne giant greenhouse operation which is a first for New Zealand’s industry of indoor agriculture. Gordon McPhail, LeaderBrand’s Farming General Manager, sees the new innovations as steps toward a more sustainable future. an affirmation of its commitment to sustainable environmental practices and regenerative agriculture principles.

The worldwide celebration of World Fruit & Vegetable Day that is coordinated by the AIAM5 alliance, highlights the importance of fruit and vegetables consumption to improve overall health, sustainability, and food security. food systems. Initiatives spearheaded by Chile’s Chilean Government are aimed at establishing as an International Day of Fruits and Vegetables in March 4 with the intention of increasing the public’s and policy makers’ awareness of the importance of fruits and vegetables for good health and sustainability of the environment.

Source: 5aday