World Food Safety Day, celebrated every year on June 7th, highlights the importance of safe and hygienic food for everyone’s health and well-being. The day aims to spread awareness about food safety risks and the need for proper handling, preparation, and storage of food.

Food safety means keeping food free from contamination caused by bacteria, viruses, chemicals, or physical hazards. Unsafe food can lead to foodborne illnesses, affecting millions of people worldwide. Children, pregnant women, and older adults are especially vulnerable.

The theme for World Food Safety Day often focuses on actions that individuals, governments, and food industries can take to ensure food stays safe from farm to plate. Farmers, food handlers, shopkeepers, and consumers all play an important role in maintaining food hygiene.

Simple actions like washing hands before cooking, storing food at the right temperature, washing fruits and vegetables, and checking expiry dates can help prevent many food-related diseases.

This day reminds us that food safety is everyone’s responsibility. Safe food not only improves health but also contributes to economic growth and sustainable development. Let’s pledge to make food safety a daily habit for a healthier tomorrow!