India
The eighth international “Fascination of Plants Day” around 18 May 2026 will be launched by plant scientists across the world under the umbrella of the European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO).
The goal of this activity is to get as many people as possible around the world fascinated by plants and enthused about the importance of plant science for agriculture and sustainable production of nutritious food, as well as for horticulture, forestry and the production of plant-based non-food products such as paper, timber, chemicals, energy and pharmaceuticals. The role of plants in environmental conservation is also a key message.
CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT), Palampur, will celebrate Fascination of Plants Day (FoPD) 2026 on 18 May 2026. The event will feature an expert talk on plant sciences, offering insights into contemporary plant research, followed by guided visits for students to the Institute’s botanical garden and its state-of-the-art research facilities, including tissue culture labs, greenhouses, and analytical instrumentation. The celebration aims to inspire young minds and promote awareness about the importance of plant sciences.