Baadaran:The Ministry of Agriculture, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP), commemorated World Food Day 2026 at Beit El Dayaa in Baadaran, Chouf. The event was themed "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future" and "Innovation Today… Food Tomorrow."

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the celebration was held under the patronage and presence of Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani. It brought together representatives from diplomatic missions, public institutions, international organizations, municipalities, agricultural cooperatives, farmers, and rural development partners.

In his speech, Minister Hani reaffirmed the right to adequate, healthy, and safe food for every individual, emphasizing the importance of protecting natural resources and enhancing local production. He also stressed the significance of creating job opportunities in rural communities and empowering farmers to increase production value and sustain their livelihoods.

The minister addressed the impact of Israeli attacks on agricultural land in southern Lebanon, highlighting that rehabilitating agriculture in the region and supporting farmers' resilience are top priorities for the Ministry. He also stressed the necessity to expand export markets, improve product quality and safety, and promote agricultural innovation, such as precision farming, remote sensing, and artificial intelligence.

Minister Hani concluded by asserting, "Tomorrow's food begins with a decision we make today to invest in our land, our knowledge and the people who cultivate it. Agriculture is the pulse of the earth and of life."