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François champagnes were present at one of the most prestigious wine competitions in the world
The François sparkling wine brand achieved brilliant success at one of the world’s most important professional competitions. At the Mundus Vini Spring Tasting wine competition in Germany, two excellent François...
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Domestic fish management data collection within a renewed framework
The project of the AKI Agricultural Economics Institute Nonprofit Limited Liability Company, supported by the Hungarian Fisheries Operational Programme Plus under the identification number MAHOP_PLUSZ-1.2.2-24-2024-00001, entitled “Development of the MAHOP...
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Margin freeze: significant price reduction for basic foods, but long-term effects questionable
The Hungarian government introduced a price margin cap on March 17, covering 30 basic food categories and affecting more than 1,000 products. The measure aims to curb inflation and ease...
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Artificial intelligence: back from the future
At the EuroCIS 2025 trade show retail companies can get first-hand information about the latest AI applications and the technical requirements for using them effectively. This article is available for...
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Artificial intelligence and statistical data assets: KSH and NAVÜ held a strategic meeting
The guest of the Central Statistical Office (KSH) was Dr. László Palkovics, the government commissioner responsible for artificial intelligence, who was received by Dr. Áron Kincses, the President of the...
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Food production cannot be separated from the land
Cultural meat is a fabrication, and we insist that food production be linked to the land, because this represents our traditions and culture – said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture....
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The MAHOP PLUSZ project, which develops fish management data collection, has been successfully completed
On January 31, 2025, the project “Development of the MAHOP PLUSZ DCF Fisheries Data Collection Framework” implemented by the AKI Institute of Agricultural Economics Nonprofit Ltd. was successfully completed, which...
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We are part of the largest agricultural development program since the change of regime
We are part of the largest agricultural and food industry development program since the change of regime – the Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) stated on...
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K&H: young people can significantly reduce their digital overhead if they are aware
Today, digital overhead affects everyone to a greater or lesser extent, especially young people and students. Awareness in this area is particularly important, for example, taking advantage of discounts, which...
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Occupational Health: Still Mandatory and Employers’ Responsibility Greater Than Ever
In connection with the legislative changes that took place last year, many employers mistakenly concluded that they were no longer obliged to provide occupational health services. However, the truth is...
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China lifts ban on Argentine poultry imports
China has lifted its ban on poultry imports from Argentina, which it had imposed in March 2023 following the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a shipment of...
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Nébih held a spring inspection of propagating material
The National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih), the propagating material and plant health inspectors of the county government offices, and the experts of the National Tax Agency (NAV) held a...
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Picnic joins forces with Intermarché in France
In France, Dutch online supermarket Picnic is swapping its current partner Coopérative U for Intermarché, the supermarket chain that is affiliated to the same buying alliance, Everest. Picnic’s French hubs...
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German Weleda invests in a start-up venture
Weleda AG, the global leader in the distribution of certified natural cosmetics and anthroposophic medicines, has invested in a start-up for the first time in its history, German Lebensmittelpraxis reported....
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China lifts ban on Argentine poultry imports
China has lifted a ban on poultry imports from Argentina, which it had imposed in March 2023 following the detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a shipment of...
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Studenac Teams Up With VGP To Build Second Logistics Centre
Croatia’s largest retail chain by number of stores, Studenac has signed a contract with pan-European logistics developer VGP to build a new logistics and distribution centre in Dugopolje, ESM reported....
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These pesticides can be used in durum wheat
Farmers often ask which pesticides can be used in durum wheat crops. According to the position of the licensing authority, the use of pesticides approved for “wheat” or “winter wheat”...
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You can apply for the Value and Quality Grand Prix Trademark until May 29th!
This year’s Value and Quality Award Competition was announced in more than 100 topics by 45 main groups in the fields of economy and culture. Applications for the competition for...
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According to Márton Nagy, the price of the affected foods decreased by an average of 16 percent as a result of the margin freeze
The margin freeze affects about 1,000 products in 30 product categories, and based on Monday evening data, the prices of these foods have decreased by an average of 16 percent,...
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Róbert Zsigó: Monday’s inspections already confirm that traders have started to reduce prices
The government is doing everything it can to ensure the financial security and protection of families and the elderly, and will not allow retail chains to take people’s money because...
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Fringe benefits in 2025 – how popular are housing benefits and the SZÉP card?
In its February survey, GKI Economic Research Ltd. asked companies with more than 5 employees, among other things, whether they plan to provide housing subsidies or SZÉP card subsidies to...
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The lifestyle medicine revolution has begun
The number of chronic diseases is increasing worldwide. It is becoming commonplace that a significant proportion of diseases could be prevented by conscious lifestyle changes. So why don’t we change...
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State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture: New applications for sustainable agriculture
European and Hungarian agricultural production practices are determined by EU green regulations – emphasized Zsolt Feldman, the State Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture responsible for agriculture and rural development,...
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Last year AI made sure the Christmas shopping experience was a happy one
AI helped consumers to spend smarter last Christmas. According to the Post-2024 Holiday Shopping Survey by Talkdesk, 72% of respondents believe AI has helped them to save money by making...
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Automatic payments are popular
ATM deposits are growing at a double-digit pace at K&H, the financial institution announced based on its own data. Over the past thirteen months, the number of deposits made at...
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AI-generated ads can have a negative influence on consumer perception
According to recent NIQ research, AI-generated advertising may have a negative impact on how consumers perceive brands. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/2-3 The results of...
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Fermentation, regional flavours and price parity drive plant-based innovations
Although first-generation plant-based products haven’t always met taste, texture and appearance expectations in full, there is still strong demand for plant innovations. This article is available for reading in Trade...
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Seed Association: More than 17 million sachets of seeds will find their home this season
This season, hobby gardeners will sow about 17.3 million colorful sachets of seeds from 1,000 types of vegetables and 500 types of flowers, according to the forecast of the Seed...
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Experts propose VAT reform for more affordable healthy and sustainable food
A study by researchers from the Oxford Martin School and the Environmental Change Institute has proposed that the VAT rates for food products should be based on health and environmental...
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NAK and MAGOSZ declare permanent water shortage period
Following the initiative of the National Chamber of Agriculture and the Association of Hungarian Farmers’ Circles and Cooperatives, the Minister of Energy declared a permanent water shortage period for the...
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