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Already 36 companies have joined the Green Pledge initiative
On 30 January 36 companies ceremonially signed the declaration of intent to join the Green Pledge initiative of three advertising federations – the Self-regulatory Advertising Board (ÖRT), the Hungarian Marketing...
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One-way traffic!
Laws and regulations On 22 February 2023 the Hungarian Association of Packaging and Materials Handling (CSAOSZ) organised a mainly legislation-themed conference in the Holiday Inn Hotel in Budaörs. 2023 and...
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The Croatian government has approved the sale of a majority stake in the country’s only fertilizer factory
At Thursday’s meeting in Zagreb, the government of Zagreb approved the sale of the majority stake of the Croatian oil industry company INA and the Croatian natural gas sales company...
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The knowledge of young people will always have a place and value in agriculture
The young people know exactly that there are huge opportunities in agriculture, that agriculture is one of the key sectors of our future – stated Minister of Agriculture István Nagy...
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You can find out the legislation related to this year’s unified application
The support period of the new Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) started on January 1, 2023. In recent months, farmers have been able to learn about the essential professional content of...
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Agrometeorology: colder than the freezing temperatures that have occurred in recent days are no longer likely
The weather is slowly warming up, according to the calculations, it is no longer likely to be colder than the frosts that have occurred in recent days – the National...
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K&H: Do large companies already see the light at the end of the tunnel?
Large domestic companies can slowly recover from pessimism. The K&H large company growth index has been moving upwards for the second quarter after last year’s low point, so it decreased...
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Social media commerce is booming like never before
According to Deloitte’s forecast, the number of users who shop on these platforms will increase to 5 billion worldwide by 2023. Influencers not only inspire, but also encourage the purchasing...
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The call for tenders for supporting civil organizations in the agricultural sector has been published
In 2023, the Ministry of Agriculture also wishes to provide assistance to non-governmental organizations in the agricultural sector, so that they can receive support for the implementation of their professional...
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EDUTime conference on the most topical issues
Hungarian Product Nonprofit Kft.’s latest event, the EDUTime conference has taken place in Budapest. The speakers were economist Zoltán Pogátsa and CEO of the Agricultural Marketing Centre (AMC) Péter Ondré....
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More than just “mash for babies”
Growing selection of organic products NielsenIQ data reveal that in the last few years the baby food category had strengthened because of the pandemic, then in 2022 the market returned...
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Agricultural sciences are key for Hungary
Hungary is an agricultural country, therefore agricultural sciences are key for the country and the nation – said the Secretary of State for Agriculture and Rural Development of the Ministry...
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New York mayor announces MeatOut Day for 20 March
New York mayor Eric Adams has declared: 20 March will be MeatOut Day for the second consecutive year, in all of New York City and its 8.8 million residents. Established...
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Aldi UK wants to double the number of its London stores
Aldi became the fourth biggest grocer in the United Kingdom last year, and now it plans to almost double its store network in London. According to market research company Kantar,...
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DélKerTÉSZ in Szentes achieved record traffic
DélKerTÉSZ in Szentes achieved a record turnover last year, its net sales from the sale of vegetables and fruits approached HUF 18 billion, which is a 37 percent increase on...
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The cattle sector receives further support
The new animal welfare support for the dairy cattle sector has been published, with a budget of HUF 28 billion – announced Minister of Agriculture István Nagy. He added that...
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Lidl Invests €110m In Fifth Logistics Facility In Portugal
Lidl Portugal is to invest around €110 million in a new logistics warehouse in Loures, in the Lisbon district, which should be completed by the second quarter of 2024, the...
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Ministry of Agriculture: food safety is guaranteed even at Easter
This year, the country-wide spring seasonal food chain inspection started on March 14 and will last until April 10. So far, 1,154 investigations have been carried out, of which experts...
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The tender for supporting nature conservation programs has been published
The Ministry of Agriculture hereby announces Decree No. 182/2022 on the duties and powers of the members of the Government. (V. 24.) Government Decree IV. of the chapter – point...
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Jack Daniel’s and Coca-Cola team up to launch pre-mixed drink
Jack Daniel’s has partnered with Coca-Cola to launch a ready-to-drink (RTD) pre-mixed cocktail in Great Britain. Made with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whisky and Coca-Cola, the RTD is inspired by the...
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Hershey rolls out plant-based confectionery products
Hershey is introducing two plant-based confections to the market: made with oats, the new products are the company’s first permanent offerings in the category. The sweets and snacking giant begins...
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Water restrictions have been introduced in Tunisia
Water restrictions have been introduced in Tunisia, in the North African country struggling with the economic crisis and years of drought, the regulations will probably hit the agricultural sector the...
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Publix, Kroger, Fresh Market and Albertsons among ‘Most Trustworthy Companies in America’
Publix, WinCo Foods and The Kroger Co. took the top spots in the grocery/convenience store category in Newsweek’s “Most Trustworthy Companies in America” survey, which ranked 700 U.S. companies in...
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The Polish Minister of Agriculture has resigned
Polish Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Henryk Kowalczyk resigned on Wednesday, having linked his decision to Ukrainian grain exports flowing into Poland. Announcing his decision at a press conference,...
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Coface: The number of insolvency proceedings in Hungary has increased
Almost twice as many liquidation proceedings were initiated against Hungarian-based companies in 2022 than a year earlier, according to an analysis by Coface, one of the world’s largest credit insurers....
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BDO: The extended producer responsibility system brings new burdens and new tasks
The government decree on the detailed rules for the operation of the extended producer responsibility (EPR) system (Government Decree 80/2023. (III. 14.)) has been published, according to which, from July...
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ALDI is reducing the price of 30 Easter chocolates by up to 30%
ALDI Hungary continues its price reduction before the Easter period in order to enable Hungarian consumers to do their holiday shopping at even lower prices. After a significant reduction in...
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If inflation disappears, will the food price freeze also go?
It may depend on next Wednesday’s inflation statistics whether we will stay with the food price freeze or whether the government will cancel it. So you have to wait until...
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Tamás Éder: now is the turning point in food prices
Éder Tamás, the president of the Hungarian Meat Industry Association, the vice-president responsible for the food industry of the National Chamber of Agriculture, spoke about the possible future of food...
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Survival strategies
Trade Marketing Club (TMK) organises its “I Love Trade Marketing” conference every year, and this time the title of the one-day online event was Survival Strategies. More than 200 people...
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