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Universal human values and constant low prices in the spotlight
Hungarian-owned, Ajka-based chain Ecofamily is celebrating its 21st anniversary this year. It operates more than 60 stores and an online shop, which are served by two logistics centres. This article...
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The government provides new resources to increase the sustainability of agriculture
The work of professional organizations and research networks is essential for creating a competitive and sustainable agriculture, which is why the Ministry of Agriculture is renewing its cooperation with the...
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Bel Group to discontinue plant-based cheese brand Nurishh
As part of the move, the Saint-Nazaire production site will shut down with around 30 employees likely to be impacted. Bel Group plans to stop selling its plant-based cheese brand...
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EU recognises certificates of imported seeds from Ukraine and Moldova as equivalent
The Council of the European Union adopted a decision on Thursday recognising the field checks and seed production standards carried out in Ukraine and Moldova as equivalent to EU requirements....
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Agroinform.hu: this season brought the worst acacia honey harvest in the past 2-3 decades
This season brought the worst acacia honey harvest in the past 2-3 decades, the massive winter bee colony loss, the severe frosts preceding the acacia blossoming, and the unfavorable weather...
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EU imposes new tariffs on Russian and Belarusian agricultural products and fertilizers
The Council of the European Union adopted a regulation on Thursday, according to which the EU will impose new tariffs on all agricultural products and certain fertilizers from Russia and...
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MIZO Coffee Selection – Caramel Cappuccino
We are opening this year’s iced coffee season with a truly indulgent new addition: the latest product in the Mizo Coffee Selection, Caramel Cappuccino! The perfect harmony of 100% Arabica...
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Lekkerland Opens First Rewe To Go at a German Motorway Rest Stop
Convenience specialist Lekkerland, in cooperation with Tank & Rast, has opened the first Rewe To Go store at a German motorway service station. The pilot location is situated along the...
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New development: continuous synchronization of eGN
The National Food Chain Safety Office will ensure the synchronization of Single Application (EK) data with the eGN system in 2025 as well. Similar to the practice of previous years,...
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Picnic opens advanced e-commerce distribution centre in Germany
In Oberhausen, Germany, Picnic has opened a fully robotised order fulfillment centre capable of processing up to 33,000 online orders per day. The figures are impressive: 21 kilometres of conveyor...
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Agrometeorology: the weather is dry
The weather is dry, the soil will continue to dry out in most parts of the country and the drought can be expected to intensify – wrote HungaroMet zrt. in...
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OKSZ on inflation: We don’t do this!
Compared to April, food prices rose by 0.6 percent in May despite the margin freeze, the Central Statistical Office (KSH) reported. According to data from the National Trade Association, prices...
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PwC Global Top100 Survey: Market value of the world’s 100 largest companies hits new high
The market value of the world’s 100 largest companies grew by 7% to a total of US$2.8 trillion as of March 31, 2025, according to PwC’s latest Global Top 100...
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KSH: in May, consumer prices exceeded the values of the same month of the previous year by an average of 4.4 percent
In May 2025, consumer prices were 4.4 percent higher than a year earlier. Compared to April, prices increased by 0.2 percent on average, the Central Statistical Office (KSH) reported on...
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Visit Hungary: 45% more guests were welcomed at Lake Balaton this Pentecost
The heat wave that broke out at the beginning of June brought a real travel fever and with it outstanding results: 288 thousand guests sought relaxation during the holiday long...
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DM prepared a sustainability report for the first time
For the first time, dm has produced a joint sustainability report for all 14 countries of the group. With the publication of the report, dm has committed to its goal...
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Counterfeit food and beverages cause billions in damage in Hungary every year
In Hungary, counterfeit food and drinks cause losses of nearly 16 billion forints and hundreds of job losses every year. The situation is even worse in the European Union: the...
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They got into a boat for the future: Diageo’s attitude-shaping program from volunteering on Lake Tisza to cross-border actions
Diageo did not stay on the shore this year either: in 2025, it again participated in the Tisza Lake river clean-up campaign, and its employees, encouraged by kayaker Tamara Csipes,...
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IKEA recalls IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL black garlic press
IKEA is asking all customers who have purchased the IKEA 365+ VÄRDEFULL black garlic press to stop using the product and contact IKEA. The affected product is listed under the...
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The taste, packaging and rhythm of the future – a 2025 innovation map
In this article our magazine takes a look at how the latest market trends and innovations are shaping the rapidly changing FMCG sector in the second half of 2025. This...
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Hypoallergenic artificial nail product line wins innovation award
Every year, more and more nail technicians and their clients are affected by allergies and irritations caused by the materials they use. All this can significantly complicate everyday work. The...
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Kalumba is kicking off the summer with a limited edition, jungle-inspired bottle of White Gin
Kalumba, which has conquered the Hungarian gin market with its exotic flavors and adventurous character, welcomes the summer season with an exciting new product. For the first time in its...
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Revitalizing rural areas with the help of young people
Young women and men in rural areas play an important role in supporting economic growth and development and securing the future of agriculture and rural communities. However, many economic, social...
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Croatian Economy Minister says tourism is driving up prices in Croatia
Seasonal effects due to the tourist season are causing the new price increases in Croatia, said Economy Minister Ante Susnjar in an interview with Croatian Public Radio on Wednesday. At...
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NAK’s national awareness-raising campaign “Facts in a nutshell” is launched
The National Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) has launched a national awareness-raising campaign entitled “Facts in a Tasteful Way”. The aim of the initiative is to present the importance of animal...
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Focus on young farmers and food security – seminar in Brussels
Empowering young farmers, supporting generational change, the role of short food chains and the future of the Common Agricultural Policy were the focus of a seminar in Brussels, organised under...
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The producer price of slaughter pigs has decreased compared to a year earlier
According to the Central Statistical Office (KSH), Hungary’s live pig exports decreased by 21.6 percent to 6.7 thousand tons in January-March 2025 compared to the quantity sold on the foreign...
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The deadline for the SME competition with a total prize of HUF 15 million has been extended
The Generali Group has announced the EnterPRIZE international program, which supports the sustainability efforts of small and medium-sized enterprises, for the fifth time. The deadline for submitting applications supporting sustainable...
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Convenience boom
There is no standard definition for convenience foods. Foodnavigator.com examined nearly 250 studies on the subject and found: three-quarters of them didn’t even attempt to define the term and those...
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Account holders will receive a refund on purchases made abroad
K&H is re-introducing the so-called cashback offer, which allows those affected to receive a refund after making purchases with foreign bank cards. K&H customers visiting abroad can achieve significant savings:...
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