The European Plant Science Organisation (EPSO), jointly with over 64 National Coordinators across the globe, proudly announces the launch of the eighth edition of the Fascination of Plants Day (FoPD), scheduled to take place on and around May 18, 2026. A celebration of the captivating world of plants, FoPD invites individuals of all ages to engage in plant-based interactive events and activities organised by scientific institutions, universities, botanical gardens, museums, schools, farmers, and companies worldwide.
Since its inception in 2012, Fascination of Plants Day has gained growing global acclaim, with over 680 events held in more than 65 countries during the last edition in 2024. Working with National Coordinators and hundreds of plant enthusiasts as event organisers in participating countries, this coordinated effort serves as a testament to the enduring significance of plant science in addressing social, environmental, and economic challenges. FoPD aims to sow virtual seeds in the collective consciousness, emphasising the critical role of plant science in shaping the present and future of our planet, addressing Food and Nutritional Security, environmental sustainability, biodiversity, human health etc.
Key Highlights of Fascination of Plants Day 2026
- Diverse Interactive Activities: Participate in a plethora of plant-themed activities, ranging from interactive workshops to engaging exhibits, designed to cater for everyone from toddlers to grandparents.
- Experience a broad spectrum of plant-related topics: including basic and applied plant science, agriculture, horticulture, forestry, plant breeding, plant protection, food and nutrition, environmental conservation, climate change mitigation, smart bioproducts, biodiversity, sustainability, renewable resources, and plant science education and art.
- Global Collaboration: Institutions and individuals worldwide are encouraged to host events or join as visitors, fostering a sense of global community around the appreciation of plants.
- Networking Opportunities: National coordinators, volunteers, and enthusiasts form a network to promote and disseminate activities within their respective countries, creating a robust support system for the initiative.
Join the Celebration
Individuals and organisations eager to contribute to the Fascination of Plants Day 2026 are welcome to reach out to their National Coordinators – in the case of Sweden, you can find the contacts below. All the contact information can be found under the “Countries” section on the official website https://www.plantday18may.org.
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Would you like to link your event or activity in Sweden to FoPD 2026? Please contact the coordinators:
Jens Sundström – jens.sundstrom@slu.se
Anna Maňourová – anna.manourova@slu.se
More information – full press release
