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Multidimensional experience: a new eco-classroom was built with the support of DS Smith
Date: 2024-09-24 11:49:57
The third eco-classroom was handed over in four years courtesy of one of the world’s leading suppliers of sustainable packaging solutions, DS Smith. As a result of the activity that...
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Laboratory foie gras: authorization of the first laboratory protein product in the European Union is imminent
Date: 2024-09-24 11:45:47
The European Commission has received a license application for the first protein product produced under laboratory conditions. A French startup, Gourmey, has applied to market its lab-grown foie gras product...
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Heineken Ireland acquires the rights to distribute Molson Coors beer brands in Ireland
Date: 2024-09-24 11:45:37
Heineken Ireland has agreed to acquire the distribution rights for the Molson Coors beer brands in Ireland. Prior to the agreement Heineken Ireland already held the distribution rights for Coors...
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The wealth of the richest people may explode in a way that is hard to grasp with common sense
Date: 2024-09-24 11:45:14
Tremendous amounts of money will pour into private bank accounts in the next five years, the size of managed assets will exceed HUF 20,000 billion by 2028 after 8,575 billion...
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The Sz. Variant conquers the paper bag market with digital overprinting
Date: 2024-09-24 11:41:36
Sz. Variáns, a family business that started in Debrecen and is also present in Budapest, is famous for its fabulous boxes. It was the first in Hungary to put into...
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Chemicals used in food packaging are cause for concern: carcinogens have been found
Date: 2024-09-24 11:30:26
A new study draws attention to the potential health risks of chemicals used in food packaging, Pénzcentrum reported following CNN. According to the research, there are nearly 200 chemicals used...
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New method to reduce alcohol consumption in Britain: tsmaller portions of beer
Date: 2024-09-24 11:24:08
British researchers propose a new way to curb alcohol consumption: introducing smaller portions instead of the traditional pint-sized beer. In an experiment conducted in a dozen restaurants in England, the...
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Violife adds new plant-based sandwich toppings to its portfolio
Date: 2024-09-24 11:21:51
Violife has rolled out 100% plant-based sandwich toppings in Hungary under its Viodeli sub-brand, as an alternative to animal-based cold cuts. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...
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The ifo German business sentiment index deteriorated in September
Date: 2024-09-24 11:08:29
Due to the deteriorating perception of the current situation, the September German business sentiment index of the ifo economic research institute was significantly below expectations. According to the ifo Institute...
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PM: the government is again keeping the level of the deficit on a moderate path
Date: 2024-09-24 10:40:37
With the measures taken this spring, the government improved the scope of the budget by more than HUF 1,000 billion. In the months following the decisions made, the budget ended...
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Caola Zrt. can supply the entire country with disinfectants and cleaning agents
Date: 2024-09-24 10:26:36
Caola Zrt. is able to supply the entire country with disinfectants and cleaning agents, the company told MTI on Monday. In their announcement, they recalled that they opened their new...
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The world leader in technology would establish new biogas plants in Hungary within a few years
Date: 2024-09-24 10:13:05
Our country’s National Energy and Climate Plan – in line with the objectives of the European Union – assigns a much greater role to biogas than before in order to...
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The detailed domestic report of the Randstad Workmonitor research has been published
Date: 2024-09-24 10:06:25
The Randstad Workmonitor 2024 report sheds light on the transformation of the Hungarian labor market, especially with regard to factors such as work-life balance, the need for flexibility, and employee...
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Nestlé Purina invests £150 million for UK factory upgrade
Date: 2024-09-24 10:02:51
Set to finish by early 2025, the upgrade in Wisbech includes new technology and machinery for production lines as well as initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions....
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Exports of live pigs and pork also increased
Date: 2024-09-24 10:00:38
According to KSH data, Hungary’s live pig exports increased by 27.2 percent to 16.4 thousand tons in January-June 2024 compared to the January-June 2023 amount. The main partners were Romania,...
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Rossmann helped with flood protection with products
Date: 2024-09-24 10:00:10
Rossmann Hungary delivered hygiene products and energy bars to the water management staff working on the defense lines through the National Water Technical Management Team (OMIT). Rossmann helped flood defenses...
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MBH Investment Bank currency analysis: the forint may strengthen in the short term
Date: 2024-09-24 09:51:35
According to the latest analysis of the MBH Investment Bank, the Hungarian forint may gradually strengthen against the euro for the rest of the year. The analysis team used the...
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Aldi and Schwarz Group raise the bar for sustainable retail operations
Date: 2024-09-24 09:38:43
German discounters commit to Net Zero by 2050. Aldi Süd and Schwarz Group want to reach carbon neutrality across their entire value chain, including suppliers. The ambitious goal sets a...
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Spanish Regional Chains Outperform National Competitors
Date: 2024-09-24 09:36:26
The Spanish grocery market is showing signs of stabilisation after five years of upheaval caused by the pandemic, inflation, and supply chain disruptions. According to Kantar, the top four chains...
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Administration has become a political issue in agriculture
Date: 2024-09-24 09:30:37
Administrative issues such as the amendment of strategic plans or the various annual performance reports and unit costs have such a direct impact on the lives of agricultural producers that...
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Here’s what consumers want from online grocers
Date: 2024-09-24 09:10:56
A new survey reveals the types of features and services that draw shoppers to online grocery retailers. According to the results of a recent poll of 1,000 U.S.-based adults about...
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The price of chicken breast is 11 percent lower than a year ago
Date: 2024-09-24 09:00:49
Based on data from the KSH, Hungary’s poultry meat exports increased by 2.5 percent to 106,000 tons in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in...
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A gynecological preparation from Richter has received marketing authorization in Japan
Date: 2024-09-24 08:41:21
The partner of Richter Gedeon Nyrt., Fuji Pharma Co., Ltd., received the marketing authorization for the Alyssa combination tablet developed in Japan. The approval means a milestone payment of 10...
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This year’s Green Pledge trademarks were awarded
Date: 2024-09-24 08:25:39
For the second time this year, the trademarks of the Green Pledge application launched by ÖRT, MMSZ and MAKSZ were awarded. This year’s winners of the initiative, which emphasizes the...
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Significant wage growth in Hungary: in July 2024, earnings continued to grow
Date: 2024-09-23 12:47:58
According to the latest data from the Central Statistical Office (KSH), in July 2024, the gross average earnings of full-time workers rose to HUF 636,700, while the net average earnings...
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Fruit growing is in crisis: There is no supply and rising costs are affecting the sector
Date: 2024-09-23 12:45:39
Across Europe, fewer and fewer people see the future in fruit growing, which has serious consequences for the sector. Farmers are getting old, and in many cases there is no...
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Unrealistic green transition: the growth of global energy consumption and the limits of renewable energy
Date: 2024-09-23 12:20:48
The Energy Institute’s 2023 Energy Statistical Yearbook paints a sobering picture of the global energy situation. Although renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power are growing at a...
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Blue Planet: we must adapt to the challenges of climate change
Date: 2024-09-23 12:12:36
If the environment changes, we can be sure of one thing: the farmers must also change – stressed István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, to former head of state János Áder...
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EPR system: difficulties and challenges for companies
Date: 2024-09-23 12:12:21
A year ago, companies were just getting to know the EPR (extended producer responsibility) system, but today it has become clear that compliance with the new rules is a serious...
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PENNY is coming up with a new chef
Date: 2024-09-23 12:06:24
PENNY Hungary starts a long-term collaboration with chef Richárd Farkas, who strengthens the store chain’s aspirations with his expertise and creative approach. The gastronomic specialist’s youthful drive, innovative approach and...
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