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World Soil Day 2025 Observed Globally on December 5.

Important Days | Dated: 05 Dec 2025

World Soil Day is observed annually on December 5 to advocate for the sustainable management of soil resources. The day highlights the critical importance of healthy soil for food security, climate change mitigation, and poverty alleviation. The 2025 theme is "Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage", emphasizing data-driven approaches to soil health.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The date of December 5 was chosen to honor the birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand, a key proponent of this initiative.
  • According to the FAO, 95% of our food comes from soil, yet 33% of soils are already degraded globally.
  • In India, the Soil Health Card Scheme continues to play a pivotal role in educating farmers about nutrient deficiencies.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Date: December 5.
  • Theme: Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage.
  • Origin: UN General Assembly Resolution (2013).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the specific theme designated by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for World Soil Day 2025?

Correct Answer: Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage

🚀 Quick Recap:

About FAO

  • HQ – Rome, Italy
  • Director-General – Qu Dongyu