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Scary amounts of toxic substances have been found in Shein’s children’s products
A recent investigation ordered by the South Korean government has revealed serious security concerns about products sold by Chinese online commerce giants. During the inspections, dangerous levels of toxic substances...
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Rossmann Hungary won the title of Trusted Employer
As part of the German-Hungarian Chamber of Industry and Commerce’s (DUIHK) annual meeting on May 16, 37 companies were awarded the title of “Reliable Employer 2024/2026”, including Rossmann Magyarország Kft.,...
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Climate change is also a challenge for Hungarian breweries
Global climate change also presents challenges to breweries, since raw materials such as barley and hops are sensitive to weather conditions. Hungarian breweries are particularly sensitively affected, as their options...
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Global polycrises in logistics: there are many challenges, but adaptation in the sector is constant
During May, the Hungarian Logistics Association (MLE) organized a number of professional events, including several conferences. In the diverse cavalcade of events, the actualities of logistics geopolitics, but also the...
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Tightening ESG regulation and practical challenges: where are we and where are we going?
The ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) framework has become a critical element in corporate operations and investment decision-making. At the Portfolio Property X 2024 conference, experts discussed the current status...
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AI Readiness – or how are companies doing with artificial intelligence?
The latest market research by System 32 IT Kft. sought to find out how “MI ready” a business is, i.e. to what extent the given organization is ready to use...
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Farmers must be put at the center of EU agricultural policy
A competitive, crisis-proof, sustainable, farmer-friendly and knowledge-based future EU agricultural policy is needed, said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, who met with Cesare Onestini, Director General of Agriculture, Fisheries, Social...
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The cherry harvest is plentiful, but prices remain high
The first weeks of the cherry season paint a positive picture of this year’s production in Hungary. Ferenc Apáti, the president of the FruitVeB Hungarian Fruit and Vegetable Association and...
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MLBKT has announced the latest award winners in the procurement and logistics profession
The Hungarian Logistics, Procurement and Inventory Association (MLBKT) has chosen the best in the procurement and logistics profession, who won the category awards of the call for interest representation announced...
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There is a problem with the tea, which also affects the price
Sri Lankan tea growers have expressed their displeasure over the government’s announced decision to increase wages by 70%, which they say will exacerbate the country’s financial crisis and threaten the...
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According to a research, every third Hungarian would travel to Lake Balaton this year
This year, every third Hungarian is definitely planning at least one Balaton vacation, most of them would like to relax by the Hungarian sea in the summer – according to...
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The Romanian government is launching a tractor purchase support program for farmers
The Bucharest government is launching a program to support the purchase of new tractors aimed at renewing Romania’s agricultural machinery fleet, the cabinet adopted a decision on Thursday to set...
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The countryside is the key to the renewal and success of Hungary in the 21st century
As part of its commitment to improving Hungarian agriculture and the quality of life in rural areas, the Hungarian government continues to invest in the modernization of livestock farms. The...
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The CEO denies: the price of a Big Mac has not even doubled since 2019
Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s America, denied reports that the price of the Big Mac had doubled since 2019. According to a statement provided by Apnews, the price increase was...
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The spring works came to an end by mid-May
Based on the data of the reports, the spring fodder pea sowing area is 5,000 hectares, a quarter of which is in the Northern Great Plain. The planned area of...
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Haribo To Invest €300m In New Confectionery Factory In Germany
Haribo plans to invest €300 million in a new, state-of-the-art, and sustainable confectionery factory in Neuss, Germany. For the project, Haribo plans to acquire a 14-hectare site on the industrial...
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Thanks to the teachers working in agricultural education
Thanks to the teachers working in agricultural education, who educate, set an example, provide guidance, form an identity and build a community, for which we cannot be grateful enough –...
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Hungarian winner at the Global Awards
A total of 76 entries from 23 countries were sent in for the Shop! Global Awards, the “Oscars” of the POP industry. Winners were announced in 23 categories and “Coca-...
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J.Lo launches RTD Margarita
Actor and singer Jennifer Lopez has added a pre-mixed Margarita to her The House of Delola drinks line. Lopez founded Delola Cocktails in April 2023, alongside Benny Medina, Ken Austin...
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Aldi invests £750m with British apple grower
Aldi has invested £750m in a new 20-year deal with a Kent-based fruit farm, in a move that will see the creation of an “Aldi Orchard”. AC Goatham & Son,...
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Agrometeorology: more showers will ease the drought
The early summer, rainy weather will continue, rainfall exceeding 20-30 millimeters may fall in a large area until the middle of next week, but the regional differences are expected to...
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Equal opportunities and inclusion in the strategy of the company’s Hungarian member companies
Inclusion, diversity, equal opportunities – these days, they are unavoidable aspects in the operation of a company. While at some companies this may be exhausted by loud words, KPMG has...
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Tesco introduces AI refrigeration technology to cut energy costs in the UK
Britain’s Tesco has introduced AI-based refrigeration technology to cut its energy costs by 10% and save more than 385 tonnes of carbon dioxide in its operations. This article is available...
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Distributors say AI could be a game changer in the fruit supply chain
AI technology has the potential to change the supply chain for produce and fresh fruit, according to fruit and vegetable distributors. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...
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Hamé Grill Party
Hamé Grill Party is the first brand to offer 4 key grilling product categories for the different phases of a barbecue, with a total of 19 products. Contact: Hamé Hungária...
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Aldi introduces AI-powered checkout-free technology in the US
Germany’s Aldi and its partner Grabango have officially announced the launch of an Aldigo pilot programme, offering checkout-free technology in one of the discount chain’s Chicago stores. This article is...
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Nestlé uses data science and AI to identify climate-resilient coffee plants
Nestlé’s experts are exploring how advanced data science and AI can be leveraged to select and breed more climate-resilient plants in the face of the climate change that is threatening...
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The rise and fall of ultra-fast delivery: speed alone is no longer enough
Fast trade, which promises the immediate delivery of food and other commercial products, became a guiding trend in 2020, but has already reached the limits of its development today. According...
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A record number of entries were received for the 13th Saint Stephen’s Day Bread Competition
This year, the largest number of products entered the professional competition announced by the Hungarian Bakers’ Association for the 13th time: almost 100 bakery products were nominated by Hungarian-owned baking...
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