Futog Kupusijada festival celebrates indigenous cabbage tradition

The Futog Kupusijada, a festival celebrating the traditional cultivation and processing of indigenous Futog cabbage, has officially commenced. The event was opened by Sara Pavkov, the Minister of Environmental Protection in a technical mandate, and attended by Novi Sad Mayor Žarko Mićin and Provincial Government President Maja Gojković.

The manifestation aims to preserve local agricultural traditions, promote domestic production, and boost regional tourism. Mayor Mićin emphasized the importance of protecting indigenous products, noting that the quality of Futog's pickled cabbage is recognized on international markets. He stated that the city is committed to supporting local producers to ensure these brands become globally recognizable.

The program includes gastronomic competitions, a contest for the heaviest cabbage head, cultural and folklore performances, and activities for children. The event is organized by the ‘Mladost’ Cultural Center and the Futog Local Community in collaboration with several local educational and agricultural institutions.