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Facts and figures around food safety

World Food safety day is celebrated on June 7

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by Tabnacha Odeny

News07 June 2024 - 13:47
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In Summary


  • This year's theme is "Prepare for the unexpected."
  • Per this year's theme, WHO notes that preparedness is key when the unexpected happens.

World Food Safety Day (WFSD) is celebrated every year on June 7.

It was established in December 2018 by the United Nations, following a joint proposal by the Food and Agriculture Organisation and the World Health Organisation.

The first observance took place on June 7, 2019.

This year's theme is "Prepare for the unexpected."

Per this year's theme, WHO notes that preparedness is key when the unexpected happens.

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