{"id":10092,"date":"2024-07-01T16:24:42","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T16:24:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/?p=10092"},"modified":"2024-07-01T19:27:26","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T19:27:26","slug":"celebrating-international-fruit-day-by-shenequa-williams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/agriculture.gov.ag\/index.php\/2024\/07\/01\/celebrating-international-fruit-day-by-shenequa-williams\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating International Fruit Day by Shenequa Williams"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Every July 1st, International Fruit Day celebrates the wide variety and nutritional benefits of fruits worldwide. Established in 2007, this day promotes healthy eating, raises awareness about fruits’ value, and encourages sustainable agriculture.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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In the Caribbean, Antigua and Barbuda stands out for its rich fruit offerings. The Antigua Black Pineapple, known as the sweetest pineapple in the world, is one of the highlights. Smaller and more flavourful than other typical pineapples, it is a beloved local fruit and a prized icon. The islands also offer other tropical fruits, which include mangoes, watermelons, bananas, guavas, papayas, and soursops. Mangoes are celebrated with an annual Mango Festival showcasing their cultural and culinary significance.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Fruits are integral to Antiguan and Barbudan cuisine for their juices and pulps that are combined with other ingredients for creative jams, jellies, smoothies, desserts, and savoury dishes. Traditional and new recipes highlight the many usages of fruits and their products.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Globally, International Fruit Day includes fruit tastings, educational workshops, community picnics, and charity initiatives. These activities encourage people to appreciate fruits’ exquisite taste and benefits, promoting food security and cultural exchange. This day unites people through a shared love for fruits, honouring the farmers and communities who cultivate them, and celebrating our global food heritage.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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HAPPY INTERNATIONAL FRUIT DAY!<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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