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Hungary encourages the development of knowledge-based agriculture
The Hungarian EU Presidency focuses on knowledge-based agriculture and the creation of a sustainable, crisis-resistant, farmer-friendly agriculture, said the State Secretary for Agriculture and Rural Development of the Ministry of...
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Charges brought against man who railed against hail damage mitigation system
The Békéscsaba District Prosecutor’s Office has charged a 42-year-old man from Orosháza with attempted extortion and has filed a motion to impose a suspended prison sentence against a 42-year-old man...
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The Bread of the Hungarians program is a thanksgiving for Hungarian farmers
The Bread of the Hungarians – 15 million grains of wheat program represents the thanksgiving of Hungarian farmers in action, the Minister of Agriculture said on Thursday in Tass, Bács-Kiskun...
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Porridge and granola among products to feature in UK junk food advert ban
Porridge and granola are among the products included in the UK government’s junk food advertising ban next year. New rules revealed that the restrictions would include ready meals, stuffed pasta,...
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EU agri-food body set up to help work on agriculture and food
The European Commission has set up a new consultative body, the European Agriculture and Food Council, to build and maintain a culture of dialogue, trust and multi-stakeholder participation within the...
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Lidl stops selling tobacco in new stores
Discounter Lidl has decided to stop selling tobacco products in its new and refurbished stores in Belgium. Belgian legislation will ban supermarkets from selling tobacco from 1 April 2025. In doing so,...
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Coca-Cola Launches Initiative To Bolster Retailers In India
Coca-Cola India has announced a new support programme for small to medium sized retailers, the Super Power Retailer Program, with which the soft drink giant is seeking to ’empower retailers...
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Ecological research institute draws attention to the importance of composting on the occasion of World Soil Day
The Ecological Agricultural Research Institute (ÖMKi) draws attention to the importance of composting in its announcement on the occasion of World Soil Day on Thursday. “Compost is one of the...
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KSH: retail turnover exceeded the same period of the previous year by 3.6 percent and the previous month by 1.2 percent
In October, the volume of retail trade turnover exceeded the same period of the previous year by 4.0 percent according to raw data, or 3.6 percent adjusted for calendar effects,...
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NGM: retail turnover grew dynamically again, by 4 percent
According to the latest data from the Central Statistical Office, the strong expansion of retail trade turnover since January continued in October 2024. Following the temporary slowdown caused by the...
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GLS Hungary has put its 2000th parcel locker into operation
GLS Hungary announced that it has put its 2,000th parcel machine into operation, which is located in MOM Park in Budapest. The company now operates a total of 3,050 GLS...
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Máriusz Révész: the SZÉP card can put ten thousand forints per month into the pockets of active Hungarians, it is also in the interest of employers
The biggest winner of the 2025 budget is an active, healthy lifestyle. There are significantly more resources, and employers can put ten thousand forints per month into the pockets of...
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National research: these are Hungarians’ favorite dishes
Although they are more or less open to new things, domestic consumers clearly insist on traditional Christmas dishes. According to a recent, national research, the list of the most popular...
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István Nagy: the Bread of Hungarians program is a thanksgiving for Hungarian farmers
The Bread of the Hungarians – 15 million grains of wheat program represents gratitude in action to Hungarian farmers, the Minister of Agriculture said on Thursday in Tass, Bács-Kiskun County....
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Bring your soil to life with compost! December 5th is World Soil Day
On World Soil Day this year, the Ecological Agricultural Research Institute (ÖMKi) is drawing attention to the importance of composting. Compost is one of the most versatile materials for organic...
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SMEs can apply for HUF 48 billion in non-refundable equipment purchase support
Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises can apply for 48 billion forints of non-refundable support for equipment procurement and technology development within the framework of the Sándor Demján “1+1” SME Investment...
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Hungarian Commissioner responsible for animal welfare in the European Commission
The new European Commission has taken office. For the first time since our accession to the EU, there is a Hungarian Commissioner who can directly act to promote EU and...
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Only metal-sealed seed potatoes guarantee good quality and a bountiful harvest
Year after year, new fake advertisements offering seed potatoes appear. The authority continuously monitors the Internet and also receives information based on reports. Good-faith buyers can easily become victims of...
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PwC: dramatic steps needed to meet climate targets
According to PwC’s recent Net Zero Economy Index report, the global slowdown in carbon intensity is threatening to jeopardise the achievement of climate targets. This article is available for reading...
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The impact of packaging trends and regulations on sustainability and industrial innovation
In recent years, the packaging industry has undergone significant changes, which are not only of great importance for environmental protection, but also for corporate innovation. European regulations, such as the...
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Easier travel, smarter administration
For those who are always on the go, official business is often a time-consuming challenge. However, thanks to the Digital Citizen application, this changes. With the help of the application,...
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145 thousand farmers received advance payments by the end of November
The second advance payment period of the new period of the Common Agricultural Policy has ended, within the framework of which 145 thousand farmers received 317.8 billion forints in support....
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The average price of light and heavy lamb also increased by more than 30 percent
According to European Commission data, the European Union’s sheep and goat imports (live animals and meat) were 112.5 thousand tonnes in January-August 2024, a 5 percent decrease compared to the...
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Farmers in Szabolcs bid farewell to the year with a time capsule and a special celebration
The farmers in Szabolcs ended the year with a large-scale birthday event with a dinner for nearly 200 people. The family-friendly event featured performances by actor Sándor Badár and the...
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Mondelēz uses AI to personalise marketing
Mondelēz is launching a new platform to improve its global marketing capabilities and better leverage consumer trends through the widespread use of AI technology. This article is available for reading...
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The interests of Hungarian farmers were defended in Brussels by the NAK and MAGOSZ
Zsolt György Papp, President of the National Chamber of Agriculture, and Tibor Cseh, Secretary General of the Association of Hungarian Farmers’ Associations and Cooperatives, held talks in Brussels. During the...
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SPAR Austria opens state-of-the-art bakery facility
A new INTERSPAR Hypermarkets bakery facility opened in Marchtrenk, Austria, producing bread and pastries using regional ingredients and the best local craftsmanship, in one of the most modern production facilities...
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Diageo launches new campaign to tackle impaired driving
The campaign, titled ‘Take a Minute. Make a Plan’ encourages people to plan a safe way home from sporting events to avoid driving drunk. Diageo North America, the NFL, Mothers...
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More than a hot flash: the role of menopause and a changed diet in a healthy lifestyle
Menopause, a natural yet challenging period in a woman’s life, has often been considered taboo in recent decades. However, more and more research and professional recommendations suggest that a proper...
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4 in 10 shoppers say high costs prevent eco-friendly purchases
Only 15% are willing to pay extra for eco-friendly food and drink. About 40% of consumers cited high prices as a deterrent to purchasing sustainable products, according to a report...
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