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Nearly one billion HUF capacity expansion investment at the HFI Kft.
The HFI Kft., which is mainly engaged in the processing and preservation of vegetables, expanded its capacity at its depots in Mélykút and Pusztaszer plant with almost one billion HUF...
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This year there will be a mangalica festival in Debrecen as well
This year, there will also be a mangalica festival in Debrecen’s main square, the event will be linked for the second time to cultural attractions, including a winter farewell masquerade,...
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Gabonakutató Nonprofit Kft. a builds seed plant in Szeged
The Szeged-based Gabonakutató Nonprofit Kft. (Grain Research Nonprofit Ltd.) is building a seed plant with an investment of 300 million forints. Thanks to the development, the export of the company...
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Spar has withdrawn some of the Glitter Palz plush figures
Due to the risk of possible detachment of smaller parts, Spar has withdrawn some of the Glitter Palz branded sequin plush figurines that are distributed by the Kensho Kft. –...
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New supply chain director at Praktiker
Csorba László was appointed Director of Supply Chain of Praktiker with 20 stores. The specialist has been in the logistics field for 23 years. Praktiker came to optimize and improve...
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Continente Introduces Packaging With Recycling Instructions
Portuguese retailer Continente has added a set of recycling instructions to the packaging of selected private-label products, in association with Sociedade Ponto Verde (SPV). The move aims to help customers...
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Kaufland Expands Vegan Offering With New Meat Alternatives
German retailer Kaufland has added three vegan meat products to its ‘K-take it veggie’ private-label brand. The new additions include vegan versions of burger patties, meatballs, and cevapcici – a...
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Jeff Bezos commits $10 billion to fight climate change
Jeff Bezos is throwing his weight — and wealth — behind the fight against climate change months after Amazon employees publicly pressured him and the company to do more to...
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The IV. district opens new store in Lidl
Lidl will open another store in the capital’s 4th district – origo wrote. The new unit will open next to the OBI DIY store on Görgey Arthur Street, where a...
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(HU) Új üzletágvezetőkkel erősít az SAP Magyarországon
SAP strengthens with new business leaders in Hungary The SAP Hungary Kft. has appointed new professional executives to head the service, consulting business and the financial-insurance sector. In the future,...
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French entrepreneurs are developing vegan eggs with shells
A French vegan brand, Les Merveilloeufs, is working on a plant-based alternative to hen eggs. Its component is that it will consist of legumes – origo wrote after Livekindly.co. Two...
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Coca‑Cola moves to 50% recycled plastic in its ‘on-the-go’ packs
As part of our journey towards a World Without Waste, in partnership with Coca‑Cola Ireland, today we announced that all of our 500ml packs and smaller are now being made...
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New sustainability goals by Procter & Gamble
Just this week, P&G’s Family Care brands set new industry-leading commitments for their paper products to protect, grow, and restore forests globally. These new commitments span all P&G Family Care...
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China Warns Of Sustained Virus Impact On Poultry, Eggs Supply
China’s supply of poultry and egg products is likely to be hit in the second and third quarters as the coronavirus outbreak has had a severe impact on the industry,...
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Barry Callebaut Launches 3D Printing Service For Chocolates
Chocolate maker Barry Callebaut has unveiled a 3D printing facility for chocolates through its global decoration brand, Mona Lisa. The Mona Lisa 3D studio is equipped with innovative precision technology...
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Danone Introduces ‘Track & Connect’ Service For Baby Formula
French food group Danone has introduced a new tracking service for its baby formula range to offer more transparency about the journey of the products from the farm to store...
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More than 50,000 people visited the FeHoVa Exhibition
More than 50,000 people visited the 26th Weapon, Fishing and Hunting Exhibition (FeHoVa), held between 7 and 10 February, at Hungexpo’s Budapest Fair Center – the organizer told MTI on...
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Nestlé reports full-year results for 2019
Organic growth of 3.5%, with real internal growth (RIG) of 2.9% and pricing of 0.6%. Growth was supported by strong momentum in the United States and Purina PetCare globally. Total...
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Discounter Kaufland Takes Over Three Tesco Stores In Poland
Discounter Kaufland has increased its presence in Poland, with the takeover of three former Tesco outlets, in Warsaw, Gdansk and Kraków. The three stores opened under the Kaufland banner on...
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Carrefour Polska Removes Disposable Plastic Plates And Cutlery From Stores
Carrefour Polska has announced that it has removed disposable plastic plates and cutlery from its stores across the country. The initiative is part of the retailer’s environmental strategy to cut...
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Aldi increases plastic bag price to encourage recycling
Aldi is putting the price of its flexi-loop “bags for life” up from 9p to 15p to encourage customers to reuse. Aldi will reduce the volume of plastic bags sold...
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Tesco was awarded the Investor of the Year award
The Tesco Business and Technology Services Center is recognized by the National Investment Agency (HIPA). Ésik Róbert, CEO of the National Investment Agency; Pártos Zsolt, Managing Director of Tesco Magyarország;...
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Branded perfumes at SPAR’s Spring Loyalty Offer
The store chain is offering branded perfumes to its loyal customers in a point-of-sale promotion on February 13. Perfumes for women, men and unisex are great gifts for Valentine’s Day,...
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Auchan raised 21 million forints with plush beaver
The No. 2 Department of Pediatrics of the Semmelweis University buys life saving equipment from donation. Exceeding expectations, Auchan raised a total of 21 million forints in a charity campaign...
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Cool moms save hundreds of thousands in the first three years
Nowadays, it is no longer a question of taking care of our environmen. Let’s see what we can do ourselves. Having a baby is often not really environmentally friendly, and...
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The Borjour Magnum major tasting centered on cabernet franc
Villány’s most important blue grape variety, cabernet franc, will be the highlight of the 11th Borjour Magnum. The largest indoor wine-tasting event in Hungary awaits the visitors with more than...
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Puts ‘Empathy Gap’ In The Spotlight In New Campaign
Coca-Cola has revealed a new advertising campaign which includes a television commercial, which will run in selected countries across Europe this month and highlights a societal empathy pap, particularly among...
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Gen Z shoppers love the physical customer experience
While the Gen Z generation loves their mobile devices, apps and social media, they also love engaging with physical retail store associates. More than half, 58%, prefer the brick-and-mortar shopping...
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Eroski Purchased More Than 3,000 Tonnes Of Sustainable Fish Last Year
Spanish retailer Eroski has announced that it purchased around 3,144 tonnes of fish with sustainability certification in 2019. Out of the total, the retailer sourced more than 1,880 tonnes of...
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The Hungarian exhibitors of PRODEXPO conquer the Russian market with wines, truffle and goose liver products, high-quality condiments and baby food
PRODEXPO, Russia’s most important Food, Beverage and Raw Material Exhibition, has opened. At the five-day event, the Agricultural Marketing Center will welcome professional visitors with a community booth and eight...
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