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The most decisive action must be taken against the American grape cicada, which spreads the golden yellow infection
The most decisive action must be taken against the American grape cicada, which spreads the golden yellow infection in vineyards – emphasized István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, on the M1...
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Inflation has slowed in Austria, but energy prices are increasing at an accelerating rate
Austria’s annual inflation rate eased to 4.0 percent in September, down from 4.1 percent in August. Services remained the main driver, while energy prices regained momentum. According to preliminary data...
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GVH: another popular influencer cooperated with the authority
Another popular influencer cooperated with the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) during the procedure, the authority told MTI on Thursday. According to the information, the GVH found that social media content...
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Own store and webshop for producers in Szentes
The Southern Great Plain Horticulture Cooperative (DélKerTÉSZ) has launched its webshop and opened its own store, making it even easier for shoppers to purchase fresh, high-quality Hungarian vegetables. This article...
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The poultry sector is one of the most competitive livestock sectors
The poultry sector is one of the most promising and competitive livestock sectors in Hungary – the Minister of Agriculture stated in Somberek, Baranya County, on Thursday. István Nagy emphasized...
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German artificial intelligence startup DeepL prepares for IPO
According to a report by Bloomberg, Cologne-based artificial intelligence startup DeepL is considering an IPO in the United States next year. The news agency understands that the developer of the...
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The Hungarian labor market remains stable
The Hungarian labor market remains stable, employment is high and unemployment is low – said the State Secretary for Employment Policy of the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) on Thursday...
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France rejects EU farm budget proposal
French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard has expressed deep incomprehension over the draft budget for the new CAP framework. At a meeting of EU agriculture ministers, France expressed concern over the...
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EM: more than 8,000 applicants in the corporate e-car program
Business companies can apply for a subsidy of up to 4 million forints per vehicle until December 1st to purchase purely electric vehicles; the number of applications received has exceeded...
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Retail sales growth accelerates in Russia, unemployment at historic low
The annual growth of retail sales in Russia accelerated, while unemployment fell to a historic low in monthly terms in August, according to the statistics office. The annual growth of...
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Successful first vintage for Colruyt Group
Colruyt Group has successfully completed the first harvest of its vineyard in Frasnes-Lez-Anvaing. The four days of picking resulted in about 12,000 kg of grapes, good for an estimated 10,000...
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The development of demonstration plants is a technological, educational and attitudinal reform
The development of demonstration plants is simultaneously a technological, educational and attitudinal reform, which ensures the quality supply of the profession by placing forestry education on a new foundation –...
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Japan’s Nissin Foods expands into Turkey with local production plant
Japan’s Nissin Foods Holdings is setting up a subsidiary in Turkey for the manufacture of noodles. The Tokyo-headquartered maker of the Soba and Cup Noodles brands said it is investing Tl1.59bn...
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Germany’s Knuspr introduces new food category made from upcycled ingredients
German online supermarket Knuspr has announced the launch of a dedicated category for upcycled food products, claiming to be the first retailer in the country to do so. The new...
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Agrometeorology: the soil contains enough moisture for sowing autumn grains
Precipitation is most needed in the southern regions of the central part of the country for soil preparation prior to sowing autumn grains, while the upper soil layer contains enough...
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Trophies served on a tray
The game meat market is no exception to current retail trends: due to the increased price-sensitivity of consumers, retailers need to plan with more promotions and lower prices in order...
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Cyberattacks are a lucrative business
Cyber security is no longer just a technological issue, but a new cornerstone of customer experience and loyalty. Cybercriminals are using AI to increase the effectiveness of their attacks. This...
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It doesn’t replace creativity: it enhances it
In Vibe Marketing – which uses AI support – the text and campaign generation capabilities provided by AI are combined with human style and brand sensitivity, says Mihály Tóth, communications...
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Drinks for the young and those young at heart
In 2024 the consumption of bitters and liqueurs declined a little in Hungary if compared to the previous year, but forecasts indicate that sales will start to grow again in...
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Digital advertising in a new era
Digital advertising has strengthened in the FMCG sector in recent years. Two main trends stand out in this segment. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/10. One...
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Robots in the service of cleanliness
According to a forecast by Mordor Intelligence, the global market for cleaning robots could expand by 23.3% per year on average between 2022 and 2027. The industry is moving towards...
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The pace of consumer price increases in the euro area accelerated in September
Annual inflation in the euro area accelerated in September as analysts had expected, according to preliminary data published by the European Union’s statistical office, Eurostat, on Wednesday. The annual inflation...
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The Competition Council of the Hungarian Competition Authority has been expanded with a new member
The Competition Council of the Hungarian Competition Authority (GVH) has been expanded with a new member and the mandate of one member has been extended by another six years by...
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Manufacturing industry expanded slightly in September
According to a recent report by the Hungarian Logistics, Purchasing and Inventory Management Association (MLBKT), the seasonally adjusted Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) rose to 51.5 points in September, indicating moderate...
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Eurostat: the number of guest nights booked on online platforms continued to increase
The number of nights spent in short-term accommodation in EU member states continued to increase in the second quarter of the year compared to the same period of the previous...
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Private labels are quietly winning Europe’s grocery shelves
Across Europe private labels continue to expand their market share as budget-conscious shoppers increasingly prioritise value. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/10. The article reflects the...
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Private labels are flourishing in Europe
According to Circana’s recently published report, Private Labels: Transformation for Growth, on the six biggest European markets – France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and the United Kingdom – private...
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European Rabbit Meat Days on October 4-5, 2025
On the first weekend of October 2025, rabbits will be the main character in Hungarian restaurants. The open goal of the new initiative is to promote the consumption of rabbit...
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Stable prices, big harvest – the pumpkin season is on
Thanks to the hot, sunny summer, the pumpkin harvest started earlier this year and the yield is really good. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/10. Already...
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Campaign for a lower VAT on alternative drinks in Germany
REWE and manufacturers vly, Berief, and Oatly have jointly called on the German Bundestag to reduce the VAT on plant-based drinks from 19% to 7%. This article is available for...
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