Haiti celebrates Agriculture and Labor Day on May 1.

It honors farmers for providing fresh food.

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Neolithic Era marks the origins of farming.

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Eight-hour day movement led to Labor Day origins.

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Labor unions advocated for improved working conditions.

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Haymarket affair sparked Labor Day's inception.

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Labor Day commemorates workers' achievements.

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