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A mixed year for pepper growers
Kecskemét was the host of the Day of Hungarian Pepper conference. It turned out that 2016 was a very good year for pepper seedling growers, thanks the rather mild summer....
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Nielsen: a slowdown in food retail sales growth rate
The food retail sales growth rate slowed in the first three quarters of this year. During January-September 2016 retail sales growth became 2 percent more than in last year's comparable...
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New management at SPAR Magyarország
From 1 January 2017, Erwin Schmuck, Managing Director of SPAR Magyarország continues his career as the member of the Supervisory Board of SPAR Magyarország. Managing director Heiszler Gabriella will take...
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Erste: savings will remain high, Hungarians are characterized by safety endeavors
According to Erste Group’s survey, the amount of monthly savings increased the most in Hungary among the savers: compared to last year’s monthly 14 900 HUF, they can save a...
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Eight countries have introduced ban on imports of Hungarian poultry yet
Because of the bird flu virus, Taiwan also restricts the entry of the Hungarian poultry and poultry products into the country, so until now eight non-EU countries have introduced ban...
Read moreA change in the composition of the Szekszárd Bull's Blood
From the 2016/17, wine market year, the composition of theSzekszárd Bull's Blood will change, while the processing area outside the wine-growing areas of the Szekszárdi wines will expand as well....
Read moreThe plum and quince pálinka of the Nagykunság may get EU origin protection
According to Gál Péter, Deputy Minister of State certain geographical areas in Hungary are extremely capable for the cultivation of fruit varieties, and on these lands high-quality pálinkas are made...
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It is time for Christmas fairs
The Budapest Advent and Christmas Fair is awaiting its guests with handicraft products and quality culinary offer from Friday in the Vörösmarty Square. The Christmas markets are also opening in...
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This year's Cake festival is based around the theme of fairy tales
This year's Cake festival’s main theme is fairy tales. At this year's Cake festival, traditional and new wave confectioners will present their products over the weekend in the Millenáris Park....
Read moreNatural-foods and wines at the Millenáris
More than a hundred natural wines of almost forty producers from the Carpathian Basin and abroad can be tasted on Saturday at the Millenáris Park during the Mitiszol (Whatdoyoudrink), festival,...
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Tricky bakeries in Miskolc
The staff of the National Tax and Customs Office (NAV) found a bakery network tricking with the sales revenues in Miskolc. The employees of the bakery, operated by foreign citizens...
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About climate change for children
The Climate Change Challenge Badge education pack is now available in Hungarian language as well. Children between the ages of 5 and 18 can learn about the climate change in...
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Small help, big joy
P&G and SPAR Hungary launched a nationwide charity campaign, called ‘Small help, big joy’. The campaign’s goal is to support the work of the Hungarian Red Cross and help children...
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Pentalogy on company management
Professor Štefan Kassay is an active participant in shaping Slovakia’s economic diplomacy. He introduced the 4th and 5th volumes of his 5-volume book series Vállalat és vállalkozás (Companies and Enterprising)...
Read moreFAO: we can expect better than expected grain harvest and stable stocks
The prices of the basic agricultural crops increased by 0.7 percent in October (172.6 points), which is almost 10 percent higher than the level recorded this time last year. The...
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Electronic shelf labels are spreading rapidly
The Slovak Orange installs about 40 thousand new display systems in its shops, but many domestic retailers, such as the LEGO also made considerable progress in the field of electronic...
Read moreHungarian bronze at Europe's biggest beer competition
The Budapest-based HopTop Brewery’s beer called Midnight Express won bronze at the European Beer Star international beer competition’s Dry Stout category. It is the first time that a Hungarian beer...
Read moreThe planting of vineyards is a strategic issue
In terms of the future of the grape and wine industry, the planting of vineyards is a strategic issue – the Ministry of Agriculture (FM) believes. Czerván György, Minister of...
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The sheep and goat sector expanded significantly in the past five years
The sheep and goat sector performed well in recent years. Its output at current prices increased by nearly 50 percent between 2010-2015, while in volume, growth was 11 percent –...
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Tesco supports the fight against cancer with more than 10 million HUF
In the month of the fight against breast cancer (October) Tesco also joined to the GoPink! international campaign, which was intended to draw attention to the prevention of breast cancer....
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Hotel Rossmann: fluffy robes, wellness and a charming pantryman
Customer loyalty must be rewarded with demanding, high-quality gifts – the Rossmann drugstore chain says about the new Hotel Rossmann loyalty campaign. The premium robes, slippers, towels, grant indulgence, softness...
Read moreA consortium develops plant breeding and feeding technologies in pig-breeding
The Bóly Zrt., member of the Bonafarm Group, the University of Kaposvár (KE) and the University of Debrecen (DE) will develop plant breeding and feeding technologies needed to produce outstanding...
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The NÉBIH found contaminated Hortobágy pancakes
The National Food Chain Safety Office (NÉBIH) tested 21 Hortobágy pancakes amongst the home delivered meals. The microbiological laboratory results detected microorganisms indicating contamination in seven cases, in two cases...
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Waberer’s increased profit and revenues in the three quarters of 2016
The Waberer's International Zrt. increased profits and revenue in this year's first three quarters – the company told MTI on Thursday. According to the information of the company, the EBITDA...
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Lángos fans cast their vote
There were 657 lángos (deep fried flat bread) buffets nominated for the title of best lángos joint, awarded by cooking oil brand Vénusz. Mester Lángos Buffet in Békéscsaba got the...
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Whisky brand in search of role models
Whisky brand The Famous Grouse has started a campaign on Facebook, looking for a role model. Scotland’s leading whisky brand will support the role models in their charity work with...
Read moreAnalysts: the growth of retail sales can remain sustained
Due to the real wage growth, rising employment and a stable consumer confidence, the growth of retail sales can remain sustained for the remainder of the year – analysts told...
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(HU) Nielsen: a sörös, üdítős és pudingos tv-reklámok a legnépszerűbbek
In the third quarter of this year, TV viewers watched beer spots among the food TV ads the most and among the lotions TV ads, toothpaste got the most views...
Read moreGfK: purchasing power is increasing in Central and Eastern Europe
This year Budapest and its surroundings, as well as the Austrian border is the wealthiest region in Hungary. This year, the purchasing power per capita increased by only 0.3 percent...
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