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Job seekers want feedback after applying, but this is often lacking

Most employees are bothered by not receiving feedback on their job application, which often creates uncertainty. The reasons for this are those who see it in themselves, in the poor...

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K&H: We can really do something for a sustainable planet with authentic environmental protection programs

As a result of the tightening ESG regulations, social responsibility programs are being integrated into the activities of more and more companies, and professional organizations are trying to highlight with...

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Significant tax changes are coming in Slovakia: VAT increase and cuts to reduce the budget deficit

The Slovak government presented its new consolidation package, which fundamentally changes the country’s tax system. Contrary to Prime Minister Robert Fico’s previous promise, the basic value-added tax (VAT) rate will...

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What’s next? FMCG market exclusive for business decision-makers

This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/8-9 Nenad Pacek, founder and president of Global Success Advisors and EMEA Business Group, started the series of presentations. He reported...

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Naomi Osaka launches her own vegan suncare line

Finding that people of colour are an afterthought in suncare research and discourse, former world number one tennis player Naomi Osaka has created her KINLÒ brand. This article is available...

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Changing smoking habits in Hungary: the popularity of heated tobacco products is increasing

Smoking habits are undergoing significant changes in Hungary, as confirmed by the latest data from the Regulatory Authority for Regulated Activities (SZTFH). Traditional cigarette consumption continues to decline, while heated...

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Salling Group buys 35 stores from Coop Denmark

Salling Group has acquired 35 stores, including twenty-five 365discount stores, three Kvickly stores, five SuperBrugsen stores and two projects not yet realised from Coop Denmark. The deal is subject to...

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The price of cucumbers on Polish markets has doubled

In Poland, at the end of August and the first week of September, the price of cucumbers fell by 45% due to the increasing supply, but this trend quickly reversed....

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Hungary presents itself as a bridgehead between East and West at one of the world’s most prestigious real estate development trade fairs, EXPO REAL in Munich

As the bridgehead between East and West, the main meeting point for Western and Eastern investments and developments, Hungary will present itself at one of the world’s most prestigious real...

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Already 60 percent of people under the age of 40 struggle with some chronic disease – we are increasingly consciously looking for natural remedies

75 percent of the Hungarian population has some kind of health problem, with back and joint pain being the most common. However, many of those affected choose natural solutions, especially...

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Italians Increase Healthy Food Purchases

Sales of health-focused food products, including free-from, allergy-friendly, nutrient-rich options, continue to thrive in Italy, according to a new study by GS1 Italy. The Osservatorio Immagino report, which analysed more...

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Colruyt seeks to expand Professionals chain

Belgian retailer Colruyt Group wants to expand its B2B chain Colruyt Professionals significantly. Its third store will open next week, a fourth is planned – but the target is to...

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Mars revives iconic Marathon Bar for limited time

Mars Wrigley UK has announced the return of its beloved Marathon chocolate bar (previously known as Snickers) to British supermarket shelves after a 34-year hiatus. The bar will be available...

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If the environment changes, farmers must also change

If the environment changes, we can be sure of one thing: the farmers must also change – stressed István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture, to former head of state János Áder...

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Agricultural policy plans that are easier to implement are key

Simpler, more flexible and easier-to-implement strategic plans for the future of the EU’s common agricultural policy are key for both member states and farmers, the Secretary of State for Agriculture...

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Price increases for products with previous price caps: an investigation may be launched against the store chains

The Ministry of National Economy (NGM) recently expressed its concerns about the fact that large chain stores simultaneously raised the prices of products that were previously subject to price caps...

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New proposals for allowing plant-based meals in public catering

The National Association of Plant-Based Food Producers and Distributors (NÉGYOSZ) submitted its comments to the Ministry of the Interior on Regulation 37/2014 regulating public catering. (IV. 30.) in connection with...

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Nature’s paints: the role of plants, fruits and the food industry

In the modern food industry, we find dyes in almost all products, of which the most ideal ones are of natural, for example, plant origin. However, the question may arise:...

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TOP 50 marketing and TOP 50 PR managers: women at the forefront

This year, female top managers were at the top of both communication top lists, the rankings including marketing managers and PR managers, according to the compilation of the Marketing&Média communication...

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Salespeople are more important than ever before

Pressure caused by the difficult economic environment is making the role of salespeople more important at companies. The logical response of firms to the turbulent economic situation is to strengthen...

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Waterfowl are becoming more and more popular in Hungary

After the decline in 2022, Hungarian compound feed production stabilized, while the production of poultry feed increased significantly, which now accounts for nearly half of domestic feed production. In 2023,...

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Shopping experience and social responsibility – AI in the beauty industry

AI-driven developments are booming in every sector and the beauty industry is no exception. AI technology has fundamentally transformed the way consumers interact with beauty products, together with the way...

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Gáborné Pölöskei: we give young people a profession that helps them prosper

The essence of the vocational trainings taking place at the Kanta Vocational Training Center in Kézdivásárhely is to give young people a profession that will help them prosper, and an...

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The amount of feed produced for waterfowl increased significantly in 2023

In Hungary, mixing plants produced 3.65 million tons of livestock feed mixture in 2023, almost the same as the previous year (+0.4 percent). Poultry feed accounted for 1.82 million tons,...

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UK’s Co-op expands its franchise network in partnership with EG On The Move

Co-op UK has opened a new store as part of a new franchise agreement with petrol station network EG On The Move. The petrol station and store will offer electric...

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Refresco snaps up plant-based drinks company Frías Nutrición

Dutch company Refresco has acquired Spanish plant-based drinks producer Frías Nutrición from its owner, a private equity investor. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2024/8-9 The parties...

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Subsidies encourage soil-friendly farming and professional research

The condition of our soils plays a decisive role in shaping environmental quality and has a significant impact on our health as well – said Anikó Juhász, the Deputy Secretary...

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Continente Introduces Yoghurt Drink With One-Year Shelf Life

Portuguese retailer Continente has introduced Yogoody Shake, a powdered yoghurt drink that, it claims, will transform the yoghurt market. With a shelf life of up to 12 months and no...

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Coca-Cola and Bacardi partner on ready-to-drink cocktail

The premixed beverage will be sold in several markets worldwide in 2025, with the initial launch planned for Mexico and select European markets. Coca-Cola and Bacardi plan to launch a...

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The export price of raw milk was 19 percent higher than the average producer price

According to AKI PÁIR data, the national average producer price of raw milk in Hungary was HUF 166.73/kilogram in August 2024. In addition to a 0.04 percentage point improvement in...

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