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MOHU: more than two billion PET bottles, cans and glass have been returned through the REpont system since launch
More than two billion PET bottles, cans and glass have been returned through the MOHU REpont system since its launch last July, a good example of Hungary’s commitment to environmental...
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IPOSZ supports micro-enterprises by strengthening industrial associations
The National Association of Industrial Associations (IPOSZ) is focusing this year on strengthening the infrastructure of industrial associations so that they can help micro-enterprises that turn to them locally with...
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Nébih provided an overview of the economically most important pathogens of sunflower
The National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) held a pathology presentation in Tordas at the beginning of May, which focused on disease resistance tests against the economically most important pathogens...
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Hungarian-American agricultural diplomacy is experiencing a golden age
Hungarian-American bilateral relations are growing stronger, whether it is politics, agriculture, education or trade – informed Deputy Secretary of State Oszkár Ökrös during a meeting with Secretary of State Diego...
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New rules may come to baths: social consultation on the amendment to the regulation has begun
The government is preparing a comprehensive amendment to the regulation regulating public baths, the Ministry of National Economy announced. The public consultation has already started, and comments are expected by...
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Higher coffee bean prices than ever because of the bad weather
World coffee prices hit a multiyear high in 2024, after exceeding the previous year’s average by 38.8%, mainly due to adverse weather in major producing countries, informed the UN Food...
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NAK makes its free application writing service available to young farmers
The National Chamber of Agriculture is helping its members with a new service. Similar to the small farm call held in the spring, NAK rural economic advisors will prepare and...
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Another milestone towards a smoke-free world – the development of BAT’s new production hall in Pécs has reached an important stage
BAT Hungary celebrated the second half of the construction of its new, high-tech production hall in Pécs with a groundbreaking ceremony. The nearly 60 billion forint investment is not only...
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This year’s strawberry harvest is delayed due to the cool May
Farmers involved in domestic strawberry production were hoping for a good season this year, but so far the season has proven to be “unbearable”. According to the joint market overview...
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5 thoughts on Solutions for Tomorrow 5th Anniversary
This year, the Solutions for Tomorrow Challenge, organized by Samsung and EdisonKids, celebrates its fifth anniversary in Hungary, and has since become one of the most important future-building initiatives for...
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Mondelēz To Launch Limited-Edition Selena Gomez Oreo Cookies
Mondelēz International is launching limited-edition Selena Gomez Oreo cookies, which it describes as ‘bringing Selena’s passions and fandom into one deliciously dunkable bite’. The iconic American actor and singer worked...
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Egg prices are 26 percent higher than last year
According to AKI PÁIR data, the packing house price of caged table eggs (M+L) in Hungary was 67.02 forints/piece in the first twenty weeks of 2025, which exceeded the average...
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Italy’s Artisan Gelato Sales Set To Rise 4% This Summer, Study Finds
Artisan gelato sales are expected to see a 4% growth in Italy in the summer of 2025 as the sector experiences recovery, according to SIGEP World’s Observatory. The findings are...
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Aldi launches virtual work experience for teens
Aldi has launched a virtual work experience programme designed to support young people who are considering a career in retail. The free online course is open to all UK students...
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Hungarian-American agricultural diplomatic relations are experiencing a golden age
Hungarian-American bilateral relations are getting stronger, whether it is politics, agriculture, education or trade – informed Deputy Secretary of State Oszkár Ökrös during a meeting with Indiana Secretary of State...
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The 65 million HUF fine was delivered to NAV in shoeboxes
A recent tax raid by Hungary’s National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) took an unexpected turn when a company under investigation paid its entire fine—amounting to over 65 million forints—in...
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Hungary urges EU-wide vaccination program due to spread of animal diseases
At the initiative of Hungary, the possibility of introducing EU-wide active vaccination was also discussed in the European Union, which could be a solution to the animal diseases spreading across...
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Hamburger picture 2025 – this is how Hungarians eat hamburgers
Hungary’s undisputed favourite is the beef burger – preferably loaded with cheese, bacon, fresh vegetables and a generous selection of sauces – according to a survey by TV Paprika conducted...
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A campaign to encourage the consumption of Trappist cheese has been launched
The Ministry of Agriculture (MA) and the Agricultural Marketing Center (AMC) have also joined the Milk Product Council’s campaign to encourage milk and cheese consumption, which this year focuses on...
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Attention, rule change! From July 1, businesses will only receive e-invoices for their utilities
From July 1, 2025, a new era will begin for many thousands of businesses: from this day on, electricity and gas service providers will only be able to issue them...
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Pistachios, chocolate, pasta – and hot dogs? Yes, the “Dubai hot dog” has arrived in Hungarian stores
Just when we thought the Dubai gastronomic craze was over and we were done with all the sweets made with gold, pistachios or chocolate, Darnó Hús took extravagance to a...
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Technology issues ranked first among factors disrupting essential work
Technological disruptions, such as slow computers, broken applications or inaccessible IT support, make life difficult for employees every day. These problems are among the most common office annoyances, which not...
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Russian cucumbers flood the EU: the market for Polish producers is tense
Although the European Union’s sanctions policy on Russian agricultural products has tightened in several ways in recent years, a serious anomaly is now emerging in the case of fresh market...
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The importance of a good atmosphere at work precedes salary among young people – here is Randstad’s 2025 research
Hungarian workers still seek financial security – but for younger generations, a positive workplace atmosphere matters even more than salary. The 2025 Randstad Employer Brand Research reveals key employer attractiveness...
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NAK-FruitVeB: this year’s strawberry harvest will be delayed due to the cool May
Hungarian strawberries are already available on domestic markets, and there is significant demand for them this year. However, the unusually cool, overcast weather in May is causing problems, as a...
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Battery-powered machines and robotic technology are conquering Hungary
Battery-powered garden machines and robotic lawnmowers are gaining ground, and demand for them is growing rapidly in Hungary as well. Husqvarna, a leading player in the sector, presented its latest...
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Corvinus research: Women lead more sustainable economies
Agricultural enterprises run by women are more resource-optimized and eco-efficient, producing their products with less environmental damage, according to a recent Hungarian-Slovenian study led by Corvinus University of Budapest. Imre...
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A third of students believe they will find a job easily
Only a fifth of students consider Hungarian education to be of European standard, meaning that the majority are those who have a negative opinion, according to the K&H Youth Index,...
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The Hungarian Fashion & Design Agency launches a creative industry survey
The Hungarian Fashion & Design Agency (MDDÜ) is launching a comprehensive survey covering the entire Hungarian fashion, design, beauty and gaming sector to obtain up-to-date information on the challenges and...
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Hungarian companies are already being attacked using AI
According to research by EY, AI has become one of the latest tools for digitally attacking Hungarian firms. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/5. EY’s survey...
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