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Using the system has a boost effect
In early 2026 cautious growth, increasing uncertainty, and accelerating pressure to adapt influence how the domestic franchise market works. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/04 New...
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Hungarian consumers are saving on ham, label reading is becoming more important
As Easter approaches, ham remains a staple on the Hungarian holiday table, but consumer decisions are increasingly shaped by shrinking wallets. In a recent broadcast of the Agrarszektor Alapvetés podcast,...
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International food prices have risen due to the impact of the Middle East conflict on energy prices
Food raw materials have been rising in price on international markets for two months due to the Middle East conflict, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported. The FAO...
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It doesn’t matter how big the egg is on the shelves: genetics, age, and the chains’ tender logic decide
Egg size is not just a marking on the box: the hybrids used in production, the age of the laying hens, and retail purchasing expectations all together shape the size...
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We know what is healthy, but we are seduced
A light, vegetable-rich dish or a juicy, fatty dish with a side dish? Most of us know in our heads what we should eat, but because of the immediate pleasure,...
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Robert Pattinson impresses audiences in three roles at once
What is good taste, and who decides it? 1664’s new campaign addresses these questions, and not just in a casual way: the face of the brand, Robert Pattinson, takes on...
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MOL opens new Fresh Corner kiosk at Liszt Ferenc Airport
Mol opened a new Fresh Corner kiosk at Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport on Thursday. At the opening, Máté Lóga, Minister of Economic Development and Industry at the Ministry of...
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The Törley Mausoleum was illuminated
Thanks to the 200 million forint support from the Ministry of Agriculture, the renovated Törley Mausoleum received decorative lighting – announced Tamás Andréka, State Secretary for Administration of the Ministry...
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The horticulture of the future is being built in Szentes
The horticulture of the future is being built in Szentes, young people will not only receive a profession that ensures a living, but also the opportunity for a career –...
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Hungarian food rescue startup saves food worth eight billion forints
Since its founding in 2020, the Hungarian-developed food rescue platform Munch has saved around 8 billion forints worth of food, which is equivalent to approximately 6.5 million servings of food....
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A scoop of ice cream could cost 600–700 HUF in 2026: pastry shops are preparing for Easter and the election weekend
The spring season started early this year, and the industry expects full terraces on Easter weekend. In addition, Easter is immediately followed by election weekend, which can traditionally bring extra...
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Hotel Association: Turnover continued to increase in Hungarian hotels
The increase in turnover in Hungarian hotels continued in February: domestic and foreign guests spent 1.55 million guest nights in domestic hotels, which is 8 percent more than a year...
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Foxpost is trying to postpone the price increase with efficiency
FOXPOST will not raise prices as long as it can. According to the company, due to the rising energy prices as a result of the Iran war, the market is...
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The price of one-month-old radishes has increased, the price of leeks has fallen: a mixed start to the year for onion crops and early vegetables
2026 started off differently in the domestic wholesale markets in the onion and early vegetable segments: while the price of one-month radishes increased, the producer price of leeks fell noticeably,...
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Easter chocolates: despite the drop in cocoa prices, cheaper bunnies are still waiting
Although the world market price of cocoa began to decline at the beginning of 2026, chocolates produced at the previous, more expensive raw material prices still appear on store shelves...
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The Body Shop is no longer 100% vegan
The Body Shop can no longer call itself a 100% vegan brand, the British company confirmed, less than two years after becoming the first global beauty company to offer exclusively...
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Turkish food company Dogus Cay is establishing its first plant outside Turkey in Orosháza, creating 440 jobs
Hungarian agriculture and the Hungarian food industry can meet the most delicate international market demands, both in terms of quantity and food safety – emphasized Minister of Foreign Affairs and...
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The Hungarian Procurement Community (HPC) and the Hungarian Logistics Association (MLE) have signed a cooperation agreement
The Hungarian Logistics Association (MLE) and the Hungarian Procurement Community (HPC) have agreed to cooperate. The partnership aims to provide mutual support for each other’s activities and to strengthen the...
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ISTA workshop in Budapest: international standards for seed sampling in practice
Hungary hosted the International Seed Testing Association (ISTA) seed sampling and quality assurance workshop for the first time, which was attended by participants from 18 countries. The four-day program, organized...
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MOHU prepared for Easter with increased capacity at REpont vending machines
MOHU is preparing for the Easter holidays with increased logistics capacity, as higher traffic can be expected at REpont machines at this time. The company also draws attention to the...
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From danger to strength: how does climate resilience create value?
The world to which we have adapted our companies, business models, and systems no longer exists. Climate change-induced extremes and the associated physical risks are increasing rapidly and pose a...
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Artificial intelligence in companies: its application is a competitive advantage today, its absence is a competitive disadvantage tomorrow
Domestic companies perceive the business opportunities inherent in AI, but in many cases more guidance and practical support are needed for implementation. Nearly a third of companies that are still...
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MTÜ: Hungarian tourism has reached historic records in recent years
Hungarian tourism has reached historic records in recent years, and it is now clear that maintaining growth does not lie solely in the rising number of guests, but in the...
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The largest investment program in the history of the Vajda-Papír Group, worth 40 billion forints, has begun
The Vajda-Papír Group is launching a 3-year, 40 billion forint strategic investment program to increase efficiency, sustainability and capacity. This will include the expansion and modernization of existing plants, the...
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Every twentieth instant payment is now processed through the Qvik system
Four out of every hundred forints are already transferred to our accounts via some kind of qvik payment within the instant payment system – points out Péter Gergely, financial expert...
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Cerbona limited edition matcha-vanilla porridge
The new star of your mornings will be our limited edition matcha-vanilla porridge! The soft, creamy vanilla and the fresh, lively character of matcha create a harmonious, modern taste experience...
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The Ministry of Agriculture is providing significant additional resources to help preserve the Hungarian heritage
Initiatives serving to preserve our national values can receive support on a wider scale than ever before, as the Ministry of Agriculture is providing an additional 500 million forints for...
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K&H: travel budget has reached its ceiling
According to the K&H survey, the 30-59 year olds plan to spend an average of 389 thousand forints on vacation this year. This amount is essentially the same as the...
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Eurostat: nearly one million nights spent in online accommodation in the EU in 2025
Guests spent 951.6 million nights in short-term accommodation booked online in 2025, an increase of 11.4 percent compared to 2024 and 32.4 percent compared to 2023, the European Union’s statistical...
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The new travel trend is built around hostel bars
Social hostels, which are based on a community experience and offer not only accommodation but also organized programs and social spaces, are becoming increasingly popular in European tourism. According to...
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