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A consortium is developing milk protein-based food from almost HUF one billion
The consortium of Sole-Mizo Zrt., Medifood Hungary Innovation Kft. and the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences has received HUF 996.44 million non-refundable support for the development of milk...
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Nébih: Nutriversum recalled vegan protein
Due to the presence of an unmarked soy allergen, Nutriversum has recalled products called Vegan Protein PEA and RICE in various flavors, the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) told...
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The consortium led by Vitafort Zrt. is developing the production technology of insect-based protein feed
According to the information, the consortium won a non-refundable grant of almost HUF 700 million for the project thanks to the call for tenders entitled “Support for market-driven research, development...
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Concerns over the “new GMO” regulations
Concerns are growing that the new food gene-editing (New Genomic Techniques or NGT) regulation in the European Union might be too lax. This article is available for reading in Trade...
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Half of the grain storages are empty waiting for the summer harvest
Based on the surveys, the crop may currently be half of the grain storage capacity of domestic producers. This ratio is very high compared to previous years, but the free...
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Molson Coors enters the vodka category with a Black Cow partnership
West Dorset based vodka brand Black Cow has entered into a distribution partnership with Molson Coors, with this move entering the vodka category. From 3 April, Molson Coors exclusively distributes...
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Hungary is Europe’s biggest horseradish producer
According to data from the Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture (NAK), Hungary contributes nearly half of the European Union’s total horseradish production – last season more than 10,000 tonnes of horseradish...
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Danone sources whey from Asia
France’s Danone is buying more whey and aluminium from certain parts of Asia, and analysts say this move can cut costs but also annoy European suppliers. So far the dairy giant has...
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István Nagy: the safety of production can only be maintained by irrigation
Today, the safety of production can only be maintained by irrigation – said Agriculture Minister István Nagy on Thursday at Újrónafő in the Győr-Moson-Sopron county, at the handover of the...
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Italy’s Pernigotti Relaunches Gianduiotto Chocolates
Italian chocolate maker Pernigotti is changing the look and recipe of its iconic gianduiotto chocolates. This is one of the novelties announced by the company at ISM, the trade fair dedicated...
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The agricultural land sale program continues
New state plots of land, this time parcels of land exceeding 10 hectares in size, may go to farmers. With the measure, the Ministry of Agriculture supports small and medium-sized...
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Austria set to lose its only Trappist Brewery
The monks of Engelszell Abbey, one of ten official Trappist Breweries left globally, have announced the closure of their monastery. In a statement issued earlier this month, abbot general Dom...
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Lidl celebrates fiftieth anniversary
In 50 years, Lidl grew from one store to a network of 12,000 discount stores in 32 countries. The discounter celebrates its birthday exuberantly in its home market but also...
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The bill to prohibit the imposition of land tax was introduced
The bill has been submitted to the parliament, which prohibits the imposition of land tax on mayors and local governments – Minister of Agriculture István Nagy announced on Friday in...
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Péter Szijjártó: it gives Hungary extraordinary strength that its agriculture produces double the domestic consumption
The fact that agriculture and the food industry can produce double the total domestic consumption gives Hungary extraordinary strength, and the investments realized with government subsidies also play a significant...
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Last year’s results were evaluated by FÉSZ members at a professional conference
The Association of Responsible Food Manufacturers (FÉSZ) held a renewal general meeting, followed by a professional conference, in the framework of which the representatives of the food industry companies reviewed...
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The Dreher family novel is here!
“What depends on me cannot depend on me.” – Anton Dreher’s creed could even be on the family coat of arms, it accompanies his descendants so much. The main thread...
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VOSZ held its national meeting of delegates
VOSZ has been present in the Hungarian economy for 35 years this year, and plays a decisive role in the representation of business interests and social dialogue. Building on the...
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Starbucks named as most valuable restaurant brand
According to the 2023 “Restaurants 25” report by the independent consultancy firm Brand Finance, Starbucks has remained the world’s most valuable restaurant brand. The company’s annual report analysed factors such...
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JCDecaux and E.ON announce a short story competition about environmental protection
Good stories make you think, make you act and can change the future — why can’t they make the fate of our planet better? JCDecaux Stop for a short story!...
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More than a thousand Hungarian firms will have to report on their sustainable operations to the EU
An 11-country study by Ernst & Young (EY) has found: less than a third of companies qualify as sustainable, based on the EU’s green framework system. This article is available...
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Tesco operates e-vehicle charging points at 600 locations
In the United Kingdom, Tesco announced that its Kirkwall store has become its 600th where electric vehicle charging points are installed. Since Tesco, Volkswagen and Pod Point launched the network in...
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Cosmetics – only naturally!
This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2023/5 Gábor Szabó, Florin Zrt.’S PR manager: “We are proud of the fact that 100% Hungarian-owned Florin Zrt. realised already 10...
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LIFE AWARDS 2023: Among the finalists is the program Without Remaining
Every year, the European Commission awards the most innovative, inspiring and successful projects implemented with the support of the LIFE framework program. This year, Nébih’s Without Remaining program can compete...
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A good specialist is always needed
A profession can really be mastered in practice – declared Dr. Márton Nobilis, the Secretary of State responsible for the food industry and trade policy of the Ministry of Agriculture,...
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You can still apply for the animal welfare subsidy for dairy cattle
The Ministry of Agriculture draws attention to the fact that, in connection with animal welfare support related to the keeping of dairy cattle, support applications can be submitted to the...
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Infarm closes Copenhagen operations amid ongoing ‘strategy shift’ & vertical farming consolidation
Vertical farming company Infarm has shut down operations in Copenhagen, Denmark. This is the latest closure in a series that also includes operations in the UK, France, the Netherlands, Japan and...
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Auchan Retail Expands African Footprint To Algeria
French retail group Auchan plans to enter Algeria in the fourth quarter of this year in partnership with the Great Way Group, a retail player operating in the Maghreb region....
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Nébih discovered serious violations of animal health regulations at a cattle ranch in Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén County
The inspectors of the National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) took action at an animal keeper in Tornaszentjakab (Borsod-Abaúj-Zemplén county) due to seriously and repeatedly illegal animal husbandry practices –...
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Sweden’s Essity Kicks Off Sale Of Majority Stake In Hong Kong’s Vinda, Sources Say
Sweden’s Essity has kicked off the sale process for its 52% stake in Hong Kong-based Vinda International – a maker of tissues and diapers, two sources with knowledge of the...
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