• Berry Fresh Month

    Origins and Agricultural Background of Berry Fresh Month Berry Fresh Month is observed annually in February and highlights the role of berries in agriculture, nutrition, and seasonal eating. The observance developed through agricultural promotion efforts aimed at increasing awareness of fresh berry availability and production. Berries have been part of human diets for thousands of […]

  • Celebration of Chocolate Month

    Origins and Historical Background of Celebration of Chocolate Month Celebration of Chocolate Month is observed annually in February and honors chocolate as a global food with deep historical roots. Chocolate originated from cacao, first cultivated and consumed by Indigenous cultures of Central and South America. Originally prepared as a bitter drink, cacao held ceremonial, economic, […]

  • Exotic Vegetables and Star Fruit Month

    Origins and Agricultural Background of Exotic Vegetables and Star Fruit Month Exotic Vegetables and Star Fruit Month is observed annually in February and highlights produce that falls outside traditional Western staples. The observance developed through agricultural promotion efforts aimed at broadening consumer awareness of global crops and diversified farming. Many vegetables now labeled as exotic […]

  • Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month

    Origins and Agricultural History of Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month Fabulous Florida Strawberry Month is observed annually in February and celebrates Florida’s role as a major producer of winter strawberries in the United States. The observance developed through agricultural promotion efforts highlighting regional harvest cycles. Strawberry cultivation in Florida expanded significantly during the twentieth century as […]

  • Feeding Tube Awareness Week

    History and Establishment of Feeding Tube Awareness Week Feeding Tube Awareness Week is an annual health observance held during the first full week of February. It was established in 2011 by the Feeding Tube Awareness Foundation, a United States based nonprofit organization founded by parents of children who rely on enteral nutrition. The observance was […]

  • International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month

    History and Establishment of International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month is observed annually in February as a public health awareness period focused on reducing infections that can affect individuals during pregnancy and fetal development. The observance is generally recognized throughout the month of February, aligning with broader maternal and child health […]

  • LGBT+ History Month

    History and Establishment of LGBT+ History Month LGBT+ History Month is an annual observance dedicated to documenting the historical contributions and experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other sexual and gender minority individuals. The observance occurs in different months depending on jurisdiction. In the United States, LGBT+ History Month is observed in October. In […]

  • National Heavenly Hash Day

    Origins and Historical Background of Heavenly Hash Day Heavenly Hash Day is observed annually on February 2 and centers on a dessert that reflects the evolution of American sweets during […]

  • National Crepe Day

    Origins and Historical Background of Crepe Day Crepe Day is observed annually in early February and centers on crepes, a thin pancake associated most strongly with France, particularly the region […]

  • National Tater Tot Day

    Origins and Historical Background of National Tater Tot Day National Tater Tot Day is observed annually on February 2 and celebrates a processed potato product that became an American staple […]