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Nébih has suspended the operation of a confectionery factory in Vas County
Due to deficiencies posing a serious food safety risk, the National Food Chain Safety Authority (Nébih) has suspended a confectionery manufacturing plant in Vas County with immediate effect – Nébih...
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Amazon reduces seller fees in Europe
Amazon has announced a reduction in seller fees across a range of popular categories. Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA) fees will also decrease in many European countries. The lower fees will...
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Netrisk.hu has launched a comparison of banking products
The online insurance broker Netrisk.hu is entering the banking products market. Personal loans and Otthon Start schemes can now be compared on the site, and the mortgage and bank account...
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Hungarian Product is 20 years old – a reliable compass in the domestic FMCG sector
In 2025 the awareness and role of Hungarian Product trademarks in consumer decisions continued to strengthen, according to the latest representative national survey by Hungarian Product Nonprofit Kft.: 90.6% of...
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KPMG CEO Outlook 2025: replanned trust
CEOs are more cautious about the future of the global economy, but they are optimistic about the prospects for their own companies, according to KPMG’s latest survey. The study involved...
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Sunday lockdowns may return in Europe
The question has become more and more important in Europe: should stores be open on Sundays? Now Carrefour has found a way in Belgium and will open dozens of its...
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The first phase of Nébih’s national winter food chain inspection has been completed
This year, increased official inspections of popular winter holiday foods and the facilities that produce them are taking place across the country. Nébih and regional food chain supervision authorities are...
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Demand for plant-based protein is the engine of the European nut market
In 2024 the European Union maintained its leading position on the global nut market, importing around EUR 6bn worth of nuts. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...
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K&H: change of attitude in large companies: more experience, slightly less training
The majority of large domestic companies continue to consider the development and motivation of their employees important, but there is a noticeable trend change in the provision of training, fringe...
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Record traffic expected at MPL parcel machines, Christmas orders should be placed by December 12
According to the forecast of Magyar Posta, the highest parcel traffic is expected in the weeks leading up to Christmas, with the peak this week, therefore the company draws attention...
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Wineries reloaded: the second generation is coming
Our magazine interviewed Pálma Koch, the president of Junibor – Young Winemakers’ Association. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/11. How does the professional attitude and vision...
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A green future at FoodTechShow
In mid-October companies, developers and decision-makers shaping the future of the Hungarian food industry gathered in the Terminal 1 Airport Event Centre, where the Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) held...
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Chocolate Santas with Larvae in Schools – Investigation Launched in Several Towns
In Hajdúböszörmény, and then in Tápiószentmárton and Hajdúdorog, children were given chocolate figures contaminated with larvae – it was discovered after several parents complained. The desserts were distributed in kindergartens...
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MNB: artificial intelligence could be the new engine of the financial system
Artificial intelligence (AI) can be the new engine of the financial system – emphasized Norbert Izer, the central bank’s executive director responsible for financial markets and digitalization, in the Magyar...
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Four tons of meat products seized in Röszke
In November, the tax inspectors seized a total of about four tons of various animal products in six shipments at the Röszke border crossing – the Csongrád-Csanád County Tax and...
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dm-drogerie markt rolls out sustainable laundry detergent
dm-drogerie markt has launched a new, sustainable private label laundry detergent: the first two Denkmit detergents are already available in more than 2,150 dm stores. This article is available for...
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New era in plant breeding: EU agrees to regulate genetically modified plants
European Union negotiators have reached a breakthrough: they have reached a preliminary agreement on the legal framework that will govern future plant breeding solutions – so-called novel genomic techniques (NGTs)....
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Coca-Cola waiting to innovate in dairy
Despite manufacturing capacity constraints, The Coca-Cola Co. expects its Fairlife brand to continue adding volume growth this fiscal year. The Coca-Cola Co. may expand into different countries, categories and packaging...
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Foodwatch Calls Planned EU “Veggie Burger” Ban Illegal
Consumer rights group Foodwatch has sharply criticized a proposal at the EU level to ban product names such as “Veggie Burger” or “Tofu Sausage”, arguing that the measure would violate...
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Ministry of Agriculture supports the food industry’s adaptation to new challenges
Global climate change affects all areas of food production, and has an impact on the natural environment and the economy. By reviewing the entire food system, every step of the...
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Heating outages, blockages, power outages – half of Hungarians are not prepared for holiday emergencies
The cozy Christmas atmosphere can turn into a nightmare in an instant if the power goes out, the heating stops or the drain gets clogged during the holidays – and...
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Lidl Parent Schwarz Group Sets New Recycling Target
Schwarz Group, owner of the Lidl and Kaufland chains, has set a new target to recycle 95% of its internal waste by 2030. As part of its Road to Zero...
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FAO-Ministry of Agriculture Scholarship Program Continues
Nineteen more students from fourteen countries began their studies in Hungary in the FAO-government scholarship program, which has been helping young people from low-income countries to become agricultural professionals and...
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Agroinform.hu: Three-quarters of fir tree buyers can decorate their homes with products from domestic producers again this year
In the first week of December, the mass sale of fir trees began at the street and market stands of occasional vendors, and three-quarters of buyers can decorate their homes...
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István Nagy: the total output value and profitability of agriculture have also increased
Despite the challenges caused by climate change and the epidemics, the total output value and profitability of agriculture have also increased – the Minister of Agriculture stated in a video...
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Even though half of Hungarians are stressed about Christmas gifts, we don’t compromise on quality
Christmas gift shopping is a joy for many, but a particularly stressful experience for others. According to a recent survey by Árukereső, Hungarians’ feelings are strongly divided: while every fourth...
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Hidden imports in the European food chain – how is the EU internal market changing?
If someone walks through the fruit and vegetable section of any Hungarian supermarket today, they can easily feel like they have visited all the corners of the world before reaching...
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NGM: Fitch Ratings continues to recommend Hungary for investment
Fitch Ratings has once again affirmed Hungary’s sovereign debt rating and continues to recommend our country for investment – with a negative outlook. In 2025, a wave of downgrades was...
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New category in genetic modification: what foods can be placed on shelves without labeling?
A preliminary political agreement has been reached between the European Council and the European Parliament on EU regulation of so-called new genomic techniques (NGT). The decision could bring about a...
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This is how business bank account fees may change in 2026
While banks have voluntarily agreed to a moratorium on the increase in fees for retail bank accounts until June 30, 2026 – following government intervention – there is no mitigating...
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