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Last year’s data must be recorded on the Nébih electronic spraying log by January 31
In accordance with the regulations on the registration and data provision of plant protection treatments, farmers are still legally obliged to complete their data provision tasks by the deadline. The...
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The 100 billion forint action plan for restaurants is coming
A 100 billion forint action plan for restaurants is coming – the government announced on its Facebook page on Wednesday. According to the published information, entertainment related to restaurant consumption...
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Simpler operation, scaled performance – the role of the corporate network is becoming more valuable in the age of AI
The importance of enterprise networks is increasing worldwide with the proliferation of AI-based applications and hybrid IT environments. The The biggest challenge for companies today is not the availability of...
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Animal protection is a common cause for all of us
The NAK and the Our Common Cause is Animal Protection Foundation have concluded a cooperation agreement. The partnership aims to strengthen the culture of conscious animal husbandry, share good practices,...
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This is how European marketing decision-makers see the industry’s most important challenges this year
According to Europe’s largest CMO survey to date, customer centricity remains the number one strategic priority, but implementation is significantly lagging behind the goals. As AI spreads, the focus shift...
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A workplace where it’s good to work, K&H is a Top Employer for the fourth time – the bank strengthens with artificial intelligence, home office and family-friendly solutions
Flexible working, value-creating wellbeing programs, digital developments and AI-based HR solutions are now basic requirements for an attractive workplace – and these are the aspects that the Top Employers Institute...
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Telekom: The best wired internet performance in Hungary 2025
Telekom leads the Hungarian fixed-line internet sector in 2025 according to nPerf’s annual barometer. This edition shows strong competition between two major players, with complementary strengths in connectivity and response...
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Raw milk prices decreased in December
The producer price of raw milk, expressed in national currency, decreased by 6 percent in the European Union, 10 percent in New Zealand, and 19 percent in the USA in...
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Chocolate giant Barry Callebaut taps ex-Unilever boss as CEO
Barry Callebaut on Wednesday said it would appoint former Unilever boss Hein Schumacher as its chief executive and reported first quarter results showing it sold less of its cocoa products...
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Urban discount: How Lidl discounters advance into inner Berlin
Lidl is advancing into the heart of Berlin. Struggling department stores are opening unexpected entry points for the discounter. What does it take for discount retail to work in inner-city...
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Antibiotic data collection to expand from 2026, reporting now mandatory for aquaculture
In Hungary, data collection on antibiotics used for veterinary purposes is also continuously expanding in accordance with EU legislation. Nébih informs those affected that in the case of newly included...
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István Nagy: more than 2,900 billion forints reached farmers in the new agricultural support cycle
Hungarian agriculture also proved its resilience last year: farmers have continuously stood firm despite all difficulties, and the predictable, well-planned agricultural support background also contributed to this. As a result,...
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Aldi Opens First Store Built Entirely From Timber
German discounter Aldi has reopened a supermarket in Germany that has been entirely constructed from wood. The pilot project, located on Karl-Heinz-Kipp-Straße in the Alzey Industrial Estate, aims to redefine...
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Domestic sunflower seed prices fell at the beginning of the year
According to Expana data, sunflower seeds for immediate delivery were traded in Argentina at a price level of $15 higher, at $440/ton (FOB Buenos Aires) between October 17 and November...
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Farmers demand veto of MERCOSUR agreement in front of European Parliament
Farmers are not backing down, thousands have taken to the streets again against the withdrawal of EU agricultural subsidies, misguided trade policy steps and lack of legal certainty. Hungarian farmers,...
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Economic expectations improved in both Germany and the euro area in January
In January, the ZEW economic research institute’s economic sentiment index for Germany and the euro area both improved compared to the previous month. The ZEW – Leibniz Centre for European...
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VOSZ Barometer: SMEs are not organized for growth, but for survival – and meanwhile the “sharp” era of generational change is approaching
Based on the VOSZ Barometer 2025 Q4 report and the presentation by Ákos Kozák (VOSZ Co-Chair, Eyensúly Intézet), there has been a persistent caution in the SME sector since 2023,...
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OTP Bank: there is no recession in the world despite the US tariff war
The macroeconomic situation is favorable, there is no recession in the world, despite the American tariff war; and the European economy is “performing honestly in this huge headwind,” said Gergely...
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Powerade kicked off 2026 with thousands of runners at the Zúzmara Half Marathon
Despite the cold, more than 4,000 runners took part in the 10th Powerade Zúzmara Half Marathon and Running Festival on January 18 in Budakalász. The season-opening winter running event was...
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DS Smith wins two WorldStar awards
DS Smith has once again proven that it is at the forefront of innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. Two designs developed by DS Smith’s Hungarian designers have won international recognition...
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Blue Monday: Kifli.hu has compiled a daily “survival guide”
In connection with yesterday’s Blue Monday, Kifli.hu has collected simple, everyday tips that could help make everyday life easier during the winter depression and low energy levels – the company’s...
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Public wages: a store manager at Lidl could earn over a million in 2026
According to the latest job advertisement summary by Világgazdaság, Lidl will continue to offer uniform salaries in several positions in 2026, above the Hungarian retail average: the store manager salary...
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Vajda-Papír Group launches large-scale investment in Dunaföldvár
In the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó, the foundation stone of the new plant and automated warehouse in Dunaföldvár, which will be implemented in the...
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Modern ventilation could increase milk production, study finds
High-velocity ventilation systems not only improve the well-being of animals, but also demonstrably reduce heat stress and increase milk production – Hungarian researchers concluded in their study published in the...
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Green Cloud: energy storage boom is coming, but payback is not automatic in 2026
The spread of battery energy storage opens a new chapter in the Hungarian electricity system, but “hooray optimism” can be misleading – warns Green Cloud, a leading player in the...
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EP against EU medicine shortages: joint procurement, strategic support possible
The European Parliament said in a statement that the body adopted its position on Tuesday on proposals to improve access to essential medicines and strengthen the management of medicine shortages...
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Physical AI opens a new era in robotics, according to research
Physical artificial intelligence (physical AI) is opening a new era in robotics: pre-programmed, rigid machines are increasingly being replaced by adaptive, learning systems that are able to operate safely in...
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Vacations may become more expensive in 2026: entrance fees, new taxes, extra admin – these are things to be prepared for
In 2026, several European destinations would curb overcrowding with new fees and increased tourist taxes – and the extra costs will quickly be reflected in the wallets of Hungarian travelers....
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The majority of customers are satisfied with the Basket Plus discount
According to a recent video by Economx, the Russian discount store called Basket Plus opened in Budapest’s 18th district at the end of last year, and the store is already...
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Hungary returned to the Vienna Ferien Messe with an independent stand
After more than a decade, Hungary once again participated with an independent stand at the Ferien Messe exhibition, Austria’s largest tourism fair, in Vienna between January 15-18. Visit Hungary implemented...
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