Nassau, The Bahamas - The Bahamas joins the international community in observing World Food Day on October 16, Agriculture and Marine Resources Minister V Alfred Gray confirmed.

With 150 countries participating, the event is being held under the auspices of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations (UN).

The theme is 'Agricultural co-operatives: key to feeding the world.'

Celebrations take place that Tuesday at the Arawak Cay culture centre starting at 9 a.m., featuring agriculture exhibitions, special session for backyard farmers, and musical performances led by the Royal...