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AM: significant support helps restore the natural water balance of the Dévaványa-Ecseg puszta

A significant part of the Körös-Maros National Park is a wetland, therefore it is of outstanding importance that the restoration of the natural water balance of the Dévaványa-Ecsegi heaths is...

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AM: Farmers can now apply for support to prevent animal diseases

Farmers can now apply for support to prevent animal diseases – the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) told MTI on Monday. Prevention plays a key role in curbing the development and...

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AM: strategic goal for Hungary to become self-sufficient in potato production

The Ministry of Agriculture (AM) considers it of utmost importance to strengthen domestic potato production, support farmers and achieve self-sufficiency – said Imre Hubai, the ministry’s state secretary responsible for...

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Retail kept its position in terms of employer attractiveness

Honouring Hungary’s most attractive employers, the Randstad Awards have been presented for the 12th time. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7. Randstad has interviewed 170,000 employees in...

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Non-food discounters target Central Europe

Non-food discounters are rapidly transforming European retail: Action, Woolworth and Tedi are expanding rapidly in Central and Southeast Europe. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7. The...

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Just dishwasher 750 ml doypack – Lemon, Apple

Doypack pouches use less plastic, leaving a smaller ecological footprint. Thanks to their innovative design, they are easy to store, transport and refill. The new formula is more concentrated, so...

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The number of alternative protein patents is skyrocketing

Innovations related to alternative proteins are developing at a breakneck speed: the latest study by GFI Europe reveals that in 2023 1,191 patents were filed in the fields of plant-based...

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Veganz enters North America and Australia with new plant-based drinks

German plant-based food manufacturer Veganz Group has signed an agreement with Australian-American company Jindilli Beverages, for producing oat and almond alt-milk drinks under the Mililk brand. This article is available...

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Vegan barbecues will cost more in Germany this year

In Germany the price of vegan grilling products grew by 7% compared to 2024, according to the latest retail analysis by Marktguru. This article is available for reading in Trade...

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Fruit instead of sweets – a surprising promotion from foodora

Foodora celebrated Children’s Day this year with an unusual campaign, encouraging customers to choose healthy options over sweets with a fruit and vegetable promotion. This article is available for reading...

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Lantmännen invests in plant-based milk company Sproud

Swedish agri-food company Lantmännen has acquired a 10% stake in plant-based milk company Sproud. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7. Founded in 2018, Sproud’s plant-based milk...

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Less emission, more control

This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7. On the automatic door and window market, the focus is on energy efficiency and safety. Manufacturers are trying to minimise...

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László Krisán: Stabilisation is the first step, but new answers are needed to be competitive

László Krisán, the CEO of KAVOSZ Zrt. has assessed the current situation of businesses, the adaptation strategies of the FMCG sector and the new developments of the Széchenyi SME Card...

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Katalin Neubauer: “Strong state intervention isn’t a good idea in the long run”

We asked Katalin Neubauer, secretary general of the Hungarian National Trade Association (MNKSZ) about the situation in the retail sector. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/6-7....

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Dr Tamás Kozák: “High inflation casts a long shadow”

Our magazine asked Dr Tamás Kozák, general secretary of the National Trade Association (OKSZ) about the current state of the sector. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...

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Vendégszerző: Fekete Zoltán főtitkár Magyar Márkaszövetség It is difficult to grow in the shadows

Our magazine asked Zoltán Fekete, secretary general of Branded Goods Association Hungary to briefly assess the past year. If we wish to better understand the events of last year, it...

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András Tállai: “There is strong intent and potential for development in the sector”

András Tállai, state secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture talked to our magazine about the current challenges facing the food economy and the planned responses. This article is available for...

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Tamás Éder: “The goal is increasing efficiency and promoting robotics and automated technologies”

We asked Tamás Éder, president of the Federation of Responsible Food Manufacturers (FÉSZ) about the state of play in the sector. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...

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We are getting better at shopping

This May POPAI Magyarország held its annual meeting and the usual monthly gathering at an unusual venue: the SPAR Regnum Meat Processing Plant and Training Centre. This article is available...

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For a more professional cocktail experience

As part of POPAI Magyarország’s monthly meetings, in March members of the association and invited guests gathered in Lurdy Ház at the invitation of Coca-Cola HBC. This article is available...

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Europe isn’t silent either

Major events for European POS displays were held in Paris (Le Salon Retail Marketing Solutions, 25-27 March) and London (VM&Display Show, 9-10 April). This article is available for reading in...

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Gösser Spritz display from Hungary wins two POP world titles

This year a Hungarian Gösser Spritz display – the winner of the Hungarian POPAI Awards 2024 competition in the Permanent Installation category – became world champion in two categories at...

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Where the heart of retail is beating

MarketPlace, the biggest annual event of Shop! Association – the parent organisation of POPAI Magyarország – took place in Charlotte (USA) on 8-10 April 2025. This article is available for...

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SPAR campaigns for a sustainable future in Slovenia

SPAR Slovenia has launched a new campaign entitled “What Circulates, Connects Us” to highlight the benefits of returnable glass packaging. One of the biggest advantages of glass packaging is that...

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Heineken teams up with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation

Heineken has joined the Ellen MacArthur Foundation network to promote the widespread use of reusable packaging. The collaboration seeks to share experiences, develop guidelines and encourage industry players to adopt...

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Aldi looking for new store locations with the help of customers

Aldi is asking UK shoppers to help in choosing possible locations for new stores. The areas with the most suggestions could be included in the discount store chain’s expansion plans....

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Lidl launches new brand in Switzerland to promote domestic products

On 8 May Lidl’s new Qualité Suisse brand debuted in Swiss stores, offering high-quality, locally produced Swiss products at affordable prices. The brand started with around 200 products, but the...

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Pingo Doce launches own online shopping platform

Portuguese supermarket chain Pingo Doce has launched its own online grocery platform in Lisbon and Porto, after ending a 7-year partnership with Glovo’s Mercadão. The new platform’s goal is to...

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Lidl Belgium to open 80 new stores by 2038

Lidl Belgium, which currently operates 302 stores in the country, is planning a major expansion: opening 80 new stores by 2038. The growth will be supported by a new 43,000m²...

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Nestlé Switzerland to stop using Nutri-Score

Starting this summer, Nestlé will gradually phase out the Nutri-Score label on products sold exclusively in Switzerland, as support for the label has declined significantly in the country since its...

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