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The Stühmer Moment Corfu has arrived in space!

Yesterday morning, research astronaut Tibor Kapu successfully launched to the International Space Station as part of the HUNOR program. As part of the historic mission, the first Hungarian space chocolate,...

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SMEs’ optimism regarding public charges improved in the first quarter of the year

The proportion of business leaders who believe that public charges will increase in the SME sector over the next one-year period has decreased by six percentage points. Overall, the indicator...

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Imre Hubai: Hungarian wine is an unparalleled national treasure

Hungarian wine is a unique national treasure that the entire country can be proud of, said the State Secretary for Agriculture of the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) at the award...

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The Hungarian Logistics Association received the Business Superbrands award again

The Hungarian Logistics Association (MLE) was once again awarded the Business Superbrands award in June 2025. This prestigious qualification is not only important feedback for the professional community, but also...

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The capital’s spas welcome the public with film screenings and late-night opening hours in the summer

With the start of the school summer break, Budapest’s spas are welcoming guests with a variety of programs: there will once again be evening film screenings in the Széchenyi Bath...

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Transportation at the click of a button: is the era of trucking Uber approaching?

If someone has a bike or scooter, they can easily become a courier: they just need to register in an app and orders can start coming in. Foodora or Wolt...

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MNB Director: The central bank expects 4.7 percent annual inflation this year

Inflation is expected to exceed the central bank’s tolerance band for the remainder of 2025, with inflation forecast at 4.7 percent this year, and the rate of price increases could...

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The cultivation of hops and malting barley has a serious future in Hungary

The production of hops and malting barley in Hungary has a serious future, as breweries operating in the country are able to purchase much larger quantities of these than at...

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Experts: education is the most effective defense against cybercriminals

Education is the most effective defense against cybercriminals, because no matter how technology develops on the side of attackers and defense, the weakest link is still the human being, more...

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Target would also follow in Temu’s footsteps: they would innovate with direct delivery

The American discount chain Target is working on a new business model – at least that is what the foreign press reports suggest. The company is reportedly planning to ship...

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Ministry of the Interior: new tender to help improve working conditions from autumn – 4.5 billion forints to support domestic SMEs

A new tender will help improve working conditions from autumn, with 4.5 billion forints allocated to support domestic SMEs, the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) announced to MTI on Thursday....

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Hungarian vineyards are under serious threat – Nébih calls on farmers to take action

The golden yellow phytoplasma disease spread by the American grape cicada currently poses the greatest threat to domestic viticulture, warns the Hungarian Wine and Food Association. The pathogen affects almost...

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Improving results despite declining sales: Alföldi Tej Kft. stabilizes after a difficult year

Alföldi Tej Kft. took a breather in 2024: although the company’s total net sales revenue decreased by more than 7.6 billion forints compared to the previous year, they managed to...

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Product Design for Everyone – A Guide to Accessibility in the Food Industry

Equal opportunities begin in everyday life – following this principle, the first comprehensive Hungarian guide on the accessibility of food products was published. The professional document entitled “Accessibility in the...

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Szabolcsi apple pálinka was named the best of the year at the national pálinka competition

The apple pálinka of the NVMEN Pálinka Distillery in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg County won the title of Hungary’s best pálinka at the 2025 National Pálinka and Pólkálinka Competition. The award ceremony was...

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Coffee and tea prices before explosion

Morning coffee or afternoon tea is not just a matter of taste: these drinks reflect centuries-old customs, geographical differences and global trends. The latest episode of NAPICSÁRT looked at how...

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Profits are falling, consumption is falling: General Mills is in trouble

Declining revenue, melting profits and disappointed investors characterize the 2025 business year of General Mills, one of the largest food companies in the United States. According to the company, the...

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István Nagy: the consequences of the spread of artificial meat are unpredictable

The consequences of the spread of artificial meat are unpredictable, its spread can endanger both producers and consumers – said István Nagy on Wednesday in Budapest, at the event of...

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Auchan launches its local supplier program in Debrecen

Auchan Hungary Ltd. has launched its local supplier program in its Debrecen store in cooperation with the Hungarian Product Nonprofit Ltd., the initiative is also supported by the National Chamber...

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The price of strawberries has doubled in ten years

While in 2015, a kilogram of domestically grown strawberries in Germany cost 3.94 euros, by 2024 this price had risen to 6.65 euros, Die Welt reported. This represents an increase...

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OTP Travel received the Travelife Partner certification for the second time

OTP Travel has once again been awarded the internationally recognized Travelife Partner status, which recognizes the organization’s efforts in the areas of sustainability, corporate and social responsibility. The tour operator...

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A turnaround in promotions – brands are returning, but only with a discount?

At the April meeting of the Trade Marketing Club (TMK) Andreas Christou, managing director of Retail Zoom told: while the number of stores keeps decreasing, FMCG sales aren’t shrinking as...

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Hop and malting barley cultivation has a serious future in Hungary

Hungarian hop and malting barley cultivation has a serious future, as breweries operating in the country are able to purchase much larger quantities of these than at present – the...

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Smart Organic acquires the LoveRaw brand

Bulgarian company Smart Organic has acquired the British vegan brand LoveRaw, which has become well known for sweets that are free from milk, palm oil and artificial additives. This article...

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The government has reached a new target group with the workers’ loan – young career starters and those with lower qualifications are also entering the credit market

The worker’s loan, introduced in January 2024, attracted significant interest: in the first half of the year, around 30,000 young people applied for the new, interest-free scheme. With the product,...

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Let’s protect our domestic plantations together against grapevine golden yellow disease

Grapevine golden yellow disease, spread by the American grapevine cicada, is currently the greatest threat to Hungarian viticulture, and the cooperation of all stakeholders is essential for effective control. The...

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Packaging changes color when food spoils – new invention could revolutionize the fight against food waste

Three young Spanish people, Pilar Granado, Pablo Sosa Domínguez and Luis Chimeno, have developed smart, biodegradable labels that change colour to indicate the freshness of food. The startup, Oscillum, monitors...

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Climate change and inappropriate variety use are also worsening the situation of the cherry sector

Modern production technology, domestic tests and research results that can be used in practice are necessary to improve the situation of domestic fruit production – experts pointed out at the...

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Spanish Food E-Commerce Market Set To Recover In 2025

The Spanish e-commerce market for food and hygiene products is set to recover in 2025, according to the IX Food E-Commerce Observatory, presented by industry association ASEDAS (Asociación Española de...

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NAV has published information regarding travel luggage

The National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has published a compilation of the rules on goods that can be transported in luggage on its website. In a statement sent to...

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