World bread day

October 16, Thursday

World bread day
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World Bread Day is a holiday dedicated to one of the oldest and most important foods in human history. It aims to remind people of the significance of bread as a symbol of life, labor, and abundance, as well as the importance of sustainable production and fair food distribution around the world.

Date of celebration
World Bread Day is celebrated every year on October 16. This date was chosen because, on this day in 1945, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) was founded.

History of the holiday
The holiday was established in 2006 at the initiative of the International Union of Bakers and Confectioners (UIB). Its idea was to emphasize the cultural, historical, and economic importance of bread for all peoples of the world.

The significance of bread
Bread is more than just food. In many cultures, it symbolizes:
• abundance and hospitality;
• the fertility of the land and the labor of farmers;
• spiritual nourishment and the connection between generations.

How the holiday is celebrated
On World Bread Day, various events take place in different countries:
• exhibitions dedicated to the history of bread-making;
• charity events where bakeries donate bread to those in need;
• workshops on baking traditional types of bread;
• school and community programs explaining the role of bread in culture and nutrition.

Interesting facts
• The oldest traces of bread baking were found in Jordan — they are over 14,000 years old.
• There are more than 1,000 types of bread worldwide — from the French baguette to the Mexican tortilla.
• In some countries, a piece of bread that falls to the ground is picked up and kissed as a sign of respect for human labor.

The idea of the holiday
The main goal of World Bread Day is to honor the work of farmers, millers, and bakers, and to remind everyone of the importance of food security. This day inspires people to appreciate bread not only as food but also as a symbol of gratitude, peace, and cooperation among nations.

World bread day in other years

World bread day in other countries

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