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Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Who Uses AI?
The GKI conducted a survey in July on a representative sample of 1,000 people in Hungary to examine the prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI). Who uses AI and for what...
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This year’s sour cherry harvest is much weaker than usual
This year, the weather was not favorable for the sour cherry harvest either, spring frost damage was significant in the plantations, and producers were only able to harvest significant quantities...
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Consumers would also be adversely affected by the withdrawal of EU agricultural subsidies
The withdrawal of EU agricultural subsidies would seriously affect small and medium-sized farms, but consumers would also be the victims of the 20-25 percent reduction, the Hungarian Federation of Farmers’...
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We owe thanks to farmers for the life-giving wheat and the bread made from it
Thanks to the diligence, perseverance and dedicated work of farmers, new bread can be put on the tables of Hungarian families, for which we cannot be grateful enough – stated...
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This year, the Sziget Festival audience donated more tents to charity and left less behind
Sziget Festival participants left behind less abandoned camping equipment than ever before, and more tents, mattresses and blankets than ever before were handed in at the collection points. 120 volunteers...
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István Nagy: We owe gratitude to farmers for the life-giving wheat and the bread made from it
Thanks to the diligence, perseverance and dedicated work of farmers, new bread can be put on the tables of Hungarian families, for which we cannot be grateful enough – stated...
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Visit Hungary Zrt.: the resumption of Budapest-Philadelphia flights is good news for Hungarian tourism
After six years, a direct flight between Budapest and Philadelphia will resume, which is very good news for Hungarian tourism and the business world; this will make travel between the...
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K&H: first-time home buyers get a rare chance, pre-qualifications start, you can now apply for the Home Start Program
The Home Start Program, which will start in September, will open a new era in the Hungarian market, under which those affected, including young people, can purchase residential property with...
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Beach snacks, bicycles and lung pumps – this is how young people survive the second week of the retirement challenge
The K&H retirement challenge continues: the contestants provided further proof that a tight budget doesn’t necessarily mean the end of fun. With creative solutions, conscious planning and a bit of...
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István Nagy: the government will provide more than 20 billion forints of funding for the development of aquaculture until 2027
Domestic aquaculture plays a key role in supplying healthy and quality fish to fishing waters, therefore the government will provide more than 20 billion forints of funding for the sector...
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Anuga Chilled & Fresh Food 2025: Innovations freshness and convenience under focus
Anuga Chilled & Fresh Food, one of the ten trade show under the umbrella of Anuga, will once again be placing the spotlight on innovations and trends in the chilled...
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This is how the sweet corn landscape was formed
A particularly good sweet corn harvest is expected in the northern part of the country, while the situation is not so good further south. A significant part of the sweet...
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Small and medium-sized farms would also be seriously affected by the withdrawal of EU agricultural subsidies
The European Commission is planning a brutal 20-25 percent withdrawal from the Common Agricultural Policy resources in the EU budget. The victims of this would not only be farmers, but...
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Families can also meet Gyula Bodrogi and Süsü in the Magic Garden
The St. Stephen’s Day event series awaits families with a colorful program again this year. The center of events for the youngest is once again the Magic Garden in the...
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Imre Hubai: new irrigation development sources will open up for farmers in September
New, smaller and larger-scale irrigation development sources will open up for farmers at the beginning of September, the State Secretary for Agriculture of the Ministry of Agriculture said in Tiszavasvári,...
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Alcampo Launches ‘Innovative’ Advertising Campaign
Spanish hypermarket chain Alcampo has launched an outdoor advertising campaign using real-time data to display dynamic messages based on geographic locations and real-time weather conditions. Developed with Adsmurai and Clear...
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This year’s sour cherry harvest is much smaller than usual
The weather was not favorable to the sour cherry harvest this year either, spring frost damage was significant in the plantations, and producers were only able to harvest significant quantities...
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Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply
The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring. Candy giant Mars is using gene-editing CRISPR technology to breed...
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National strike could paralyze Ryanair flights to Spain
The strike announced by the Spanish General Workers’ Union (UGT) at the ground handling company Azul Handling, which is part of the Ryanair group, could last from August 15th until...
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Cheese products recalled in France due to listeria outbreak
French health authorities have identified 21 listeria cases, including two deaths, that could be “possibly linked” to the consumption of cheeses made from pasteurized milk by the Chavegrand cheese factory,...
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József Viski: application decisions are ongoing in the current agricultural support cycle
Application decisions are ongoing in the current agricultural support cycle – said József Viski, the State Secretary for Agricultural and Rural Development of the Ministry of Agriculture (AM), at the...
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Winners of the Symbol of Sustainability 2025 Announced
For the sixth time, Trade Magazin has launched the Symbol of Sustainability competition. Out of the entries received this year, 20 applicants were awarded across seven announced categories. In addition,...
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The trade association and the competition authority interpret the results of the competition office’s investigations differently
According to the National Trade Association (OKSZ), investigations by the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) also support the need to phase out the margin reduction; however, the competition authority stated that...
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Insect-based foods: why aren’t they replacing traditional meats?
Although in recent years insect farming has been promoted as an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional meat production, the mass adoption of insect-based foods remains unlikely – according to a...
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Sustainable shopping: who is it worth it for and why doesn’t it replace discount stores?
Environmentally conscious living is no longer just a matter of principle: more and more consumers are looking for sustainable solutions that can be integrated into everyday life. Heat records, droughts,...
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GKI analysis: Increasing guest traffic
In the first half of 2025, nearly 8.2 million guests spent 18.9 million guest nights at tourist accommodations. The number of guests was 7.8% higher, and the number of guest...
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Dieting is getting cheaper: price drop in the GLP-1 drug market
In the United States, the price of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs is rapidly decreasing, while more and more users are discovering that the savings from reduced food and beverage purchases almost...
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First home for both two-legged and four-legged pets – young owners are the ones who choose puppies the most
In the second week of August, two international awareness days draw attention to important issues: International Youth Day on August 12 focuses on the challenges faced by young people, while...
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Rossmann bids farewell to the season with a summer closing discount
Rossmann is ending the summer with a special discount: between August 11 and 17, 2025, a 10% off coupon awaits customers. The coupon can be cut out from the front...
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An icon was born with the collaboration between Lidl and Tisza Cipő
After weeks of speculation, Lidl has finally pulled the curtain back: it has created a truly exclusive sneaker for its fans in collaboration with the legendary Tisza Cipő. The first...
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