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The 32nd Budapest Wine Festival is coming – with the support of SPAR
For more than 30 years, it has become almost natural for many of us to say goodbye to summer in a dignified way, in the framework of an unforgettable party....
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Dachser has put its first electric trucks into operation in the Netherlands
This is an important step on the way to emission-free transport, as the Netherlands plans to introduce “zero emission zones” in urban logistics on January 1, 2025. The first electric...
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Ketchup giant Kraft Heinz is targeting younger consumers
The food industry giant Kraft Heinz plans to enter the school catering sector in the United States by offering its own branded products in cafeterias. Its goal is to introduce...
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Ecologists: the quality of European fresh waters is not improving
According to a new international study published with the cooperation of Hungarian researchers, the growth of biological diversity in European fresh waters has stopped, therefore the attention of decision-makers is...
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The e-cigarette manufacturer plans to lay off 30 percent of its employees
The company Juul Labs plans to lay off 30% of its workforce. The company, which has long been on the brink of bankruptcy, introduced an e-cigarette that filters out minors...
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Almond remains the number one nut in new product introduction for the eighth year
Almonds have been pegged as the number one nut in European product introductions for the eighth consecutive year, data from Innova Market Insights indicates. Almonds appeal to consumers who seek...
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Croatian minister: they are considering increasing Ukrainian grain exports through Croatia
Croatia is considering increasing Ukrainian grain exports through the country, one of the “limiting factors” of which is the capacity of the Vukovar port in eastern Croatia, Maritime, Transport and...
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Kaufland Bulgaria Invests €11m To Upgrade Stores
The project includes a number of improvements on existing facilities and the implementation of technological innovations, Kaufland said. The retailer is giving priority to solutions aimed at improving the overall...
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Ferrero to expand New York ice cream plant, add more than 200 jobs
The sweets giant said the project underscores its long-term growth and leadership in the novelty category following its purchase of Blue Bunny and Halo Top maker Wells Enterprises. Ferrero’s Wells Enterprises ice cream...
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To the last crumb
What a joy it is when we can return home with freshly baked, still hot, fragrant baked goods from the bakery! Or we can’t stand it and bite into it on...
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The big question of autumn: can the price competition between stores be renewed?
Since the introduction of the price watcher, a significant decrease in prices has been observed in stores. The big question for the autumn is whether the price competition can renew...
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KIM: innovation must be protected in the markets with industrial property rights
The protection of industrial rights is also important because innovations must not only be created for the sake of the competitiveness of the Hungarian economy, but they must also be...
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Despite the lack of labor and overheads, Balaton caterers do not have a bad season
Despite restrained consumer spending, increased operating costs, and inflationary pressures, the overall season for Lake Balaton’s hospitality businesses, including cafes and buffets, doesn’t look bleak. Even though media criticism targeting...
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Rice varieties with low water requirements were produced by MATE specialists
Specialists of the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) have produced low-water rice varieties at the Galambos Rice Experimental Plant in Szarvas, MATE told MTI on Monday. The...
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Moroccan inflation fell to a 17-month low in July
Consumer price inflation in Morocco slowed to a 17-month low in July. Morocco’s High Commission for Planning (Haut Commissariat au Plan – HCP) announced on Tuesday that annual inflation in...
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We welcome a unique odor neutralizing innovation in Zewa Deluxe toilet papers
We have all experienced that sometimes, no matter how hard we try, we can’t get rid of unpleasant bathroom smells. Care is at the heart of Zewa, so it has...
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Without water, there is no gold medal
Adequate fluid intake is essential for the optimal functioning of our body, which we must pay attention to even during hobby sports, but it can significantly affect performance in competitive...
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The quantity of pork sold on the international market decreased by 10 percent, while its value increased by 18 percent
According to an August analysis by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), US pork production may decrease by 1 percent in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the...
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We need them: Companies and patrons for art!
For the fifth time, actors from the business and artistic worlds can show how they think about their collaborations, how innovation, value preservation and sustainable operation can occur when the...
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Nébih: cat litters are safe
Cat litter was examined by the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih), the tested products were safe, there were no problems with the presence of mold and microorganisms, but a...
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It’s time, livers! – Another application opportunity has opened up
Another popular product has become available to applicants. This time, the Hungarians and their producers have the opportunity to win the Excellent Quality Food mark. But you should be careful, because...
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LG presents its latest built-in kitchen appliances at the IFA exhibition
At IFA 2023, LG Electronics (LG) will present its built-in kitchen products that represent a new level of culinary experience. Equipped with energy-efficient, elegant design and user-friendly functions, the product...
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The live weight producer price of broiler chicken is still higher than the 2022 data
According to AKI PÁIR data, the live weight producer price of slaughter chickens in Hungary rose by 28.7 percent to HUF 504.71/kilogram, and that of slaughter turkeys by 34.2 percent...
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HelloFresh introduces ready-to-eat service Factor to Europe
HelloFresh Group has expanded its ready-to-eat brand, Factor, to the Netherlands and the Flanders region in Belgium. Other countries on the continent will follow suit. “Bringing Factor to Europe is...
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Unilever’s Dove Launches Limited-Edition Smoothie Range
Unilever’s personal care brand Dove has unveiled a series of limited-edition smoothies, in partnership with US firm Juice Press, which are ‘inspired by the indulgent ingredients and creamy, nourishing feel...
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Severe frost damage decimated this year’s peach crop
The spring frosts caused significant damage to the peach plantations in Hungary, so a much weaker than average harvest is expected this year, according to the joint overview of the...
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Retailers face £1.8bn in yearly costs for bottle recycling scheme
The government’s net zero bottle recycling scheme could cost retailers at least £1.8bn a year, according to calculations by the British Retail Consortium. The industry analysis suggests that the Deposit...
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Summer inspection: there were no problems with organic producers, but the authority “caught” illegal drone plant protection service providers
During the renewed and expanded summer seasonal inspection in 2023, the drone plant protection officers and organic farmers were also closely checked by the plant protection inspectors. The tests ended...
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MNB: the balance of payments surplus continued to grow
The current account surplus increased by EUR 152 million from EUR 396 million in May to EUR 547 million in June, according to the latest preliminary data of the Magyar...
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New leader at the head of Unilever Hungary and the Adriatic region
Tamás Ács has been appointed the new managing director of Unilever Hungary and the Adriatic region. The specialist who replaced the previous managing director, Alberto di Leo, is responsible for...
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