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Italy Leverages AI To Combat Counterfeiting Of Prosecco
Italian Mint (Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca Dello Stato) has joined forces with Microsoft Italia to combat the counterfeiting of renowned Italian sparkling wines, starting with Prosecco. The partnership will leverage...
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Organic sales increase at Penny in Germany
Discount supermarket Penny has increased its organic sales by nearly 20% in 2023. The retailer plans to further expand its organic range by 2025. The discounter is launching a promotion...
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We regard Hungarian gray cattle with respect and esteem
A priority goal is to improve and develop the competitiveness of livestock farms, as well as to support the survival of protected native and endangered animal breeds – stated Minister...
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Mixed results in the market for cherries, apricots and peaches
The national average of the cherry harvest was 22.8 percent lower than last year, amounting to 5.4 tons per hectare. While only 1.9 tons of cherries were grown per hectare...
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Lidl Sverige sells fruit and vegetables grown to classical music
Lidl aims to gain the favor of Swedish consumers through an unusual cooperation with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra. In the next two months the discounter will sell produce grown...
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Practical training at the Hungarian University of Agricultural and Life Sciences is renewed
The integration of university companies and organizational units serving practical education and research has been completed, and MATE Tanggazdaság Nonprofit Kft. was established as of August 1, 2024. The newly...
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Waterdrop products that help with daily fluid intake are part of SPAR’s new loyalty campaign
The innovative glass bottles, stainless steel water bottles and special microdrinks of the innovative waterdrop® brand are available at a discount of more than 50 percent in SPAR’s latest loyalty...
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NGM: tourism performed better than ever before in July
Tourism performed better than ever before in July – stated the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) based on the latest figures published on Thursday. The announcement cites data from the...
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Lidl also prepared programs for SZIN
Lidl Hungary closes this year’s summer festival season in Szeged with experiences that promise to be unforgettable in many ways. As a responsible employer, the discount chain, which is at...
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Real wages may continue to rise in the SME sector
Employees of domestic micro, small and medium-sized enterprises can also count on salary increases above inflation and cafeteria allowances. Based on the latest data from the K&H SME confidence index...
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Starting school with lactose-free delicacies
The new school year will soon begin, which in many cases also means stress for parents. In addition to the procurement of school supplies, accessories and solving logistics, the selection...
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Foreigners drive domestic tourism
The sector still looks extremely positive, but at the same time, based on the latest data, a duality emerges: in July, 11% more foreigners arrived in Hungary, but the number...
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A degree does not equal a high salary and easy employment
The 2024-25 academic year will start soon: many new graduates already started looking for a job in August, while university students who want to work only appear on the labor...
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At Alza, the turnover of school supplies is at its peak
The turnover of school supplies reaches its peak before the start of the school year. In line with its dominant position in Hungarian e-commerce, Alza offers almost every product necessary...
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5 tips to ensure that our children drink enough water in the hot weather
Children’s fluid needs vary depending on their age, weight and activity level. In general, a small child needs 1-1.5 liters of fluid per day – this amount can increase in...
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The Foxpost acquisition is closed, the successful Hungarian startup continues with an international owner
After obtaining the license from the competition office and meeting other conditions, the acquisition of Foxpost was successfully completed, so the well-known domestic startup continues its success story with an...
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In Russia, retail sales slowed down
In Russia, the annual growth of retail sales slowed for the fifth month in July, while the expansion of industrial production accelerated and unemployment stagnated at a historic low. According...
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The Minister of National Economy orders an extraordinary consumer protection investigation at the airlines
The National Economy Ministry (NGM), which is responsible for consumer protection, will take decisive action against airlines that commit violations in the interest of the full eradication of the problems...
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Nébih: the mints were excellent at Szupermenta
A total of ten pot mints intended for direct consumption were examined in the latest test of Süpermenta. The product test ended with a reassuring result, all mints met the...
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JYSK’s 99th Hungarian store opens here
Store openings are regular at the JYSK retail store chain, the company has already opened four new stores in Hungary in the 2023/2024 financial year – in Szarvas, Kispest, Bicské...
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The volcanic field of the Bakony-Balaton highlands received prestigious recognition
The area of the Bakony-Balaton highlands contains one of the densest volcanic fields in Europe. During the Late Miocene to Pleistocene period, between about 8 and 2.5 million years ago,...
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SPAR Austria Introduces Multi-Coloured Electronic Shelf Labels
SPAR Austria has introduced multi-coloured electronic shelf labels (ESL) as it seeks to offer customers a modern and convenient shopping experience. The SPAR start-up market in Kufstein and the EUROSPAR...
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Capri-Sun is considering to return to plastic straws in Germany
Juice drink manufacturer Capri-Sun is considering alternatives to paper straws due to customer dissatisfaction. The company plans to apply for a derogation from the Commission. Capri-Sun, a Swiss-based manufacturer producing...
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Gen Z more likely to buy holiday gifts via social media
Instagram and Facebook are forecast to be the most popular platforms for gift purchases during the season. Gen Z has been buying items via social media for some time now, according...
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The government stands by the farmers in all situations
The government stands by the farmers in all situations, with whom it constantly strives to dialogue – said the parliamentary state secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture in Debrecen on...
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With innovation for a sustainable future in the Hungarian wine industry
It is of the utmost importance for the wine industry to adapt to changes and continuously develop its technological tools – said Dr. Márton Nobilis, State Secretary of the Ministry...
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Secret tips that can make our household appliances last longer
When we buy a new household appliance, we tend to start using it based on our habits, the well-established routine, or our intuition, ignoring the manufacturer’s request that we read...
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The hour of instant answers
This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/8-9 In a constantly restructuring market, one of the biggest achievements of the Hungarian Food Bank Association is that it has...
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Fanta Beetlejuice 500 ml
Fanta Beetlejuice promises to be a hauntingly enjoyable experience, with its brand new apple-lychee flavour combination and wild green colour. Contact: Coca-Cola HBC Magyarország Kft. Bernadett Rácz portfolio development lead,...
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Mandatory action: the Ministry of National Economy takes action against retail chains that apply unfair price increases
The government measures introduced to protect families, such as food price caps, mandatory special offers, and the online price monitoring system, have proven to be effective in breaking down sanctioned...
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