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Lamb prices rose in the EU and at home
According to European Commission data, the European Union’s sheep and goat imports (live animals and meat) were 172 thousand tonnes in January-November 2025, an increase of 13 percent compared to...
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Irish poultry exports surge by 18% in 2025
The Irish poultry sector saw impressive growth in 2025, with total exports up 18% to almost €165m. The UK remained the most important market, with exports up 20% to €105m....
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European agricultural representation: EU-Australia agreement raises serious concerns
The Brussels-based representation of European farmers and agricultural cooperatives, Copa-Cogeca, expressed serious concerns about the free trade agreement announced between the European Union and Australia on Monday evening. The organization...
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The NKFH closed a store and withdrew food products from circulation due to serious violations.
The National Trade and Consumer Protection Authority (NKFH) revealed serious food safety and hygiene deficiencies during an inspection of three different commercial units, the authority announced in a statement sent...
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Generation Z vs. senior executives: young people are ready, companies need to act now
For younger generations, it is now a basic assumption that sustainability is part of economic decisions. However, companies often still need to prove that green aspects can bring not only...
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An irrigation project that is outstanding at a European level was implemented in Mezőfalva
An underground micro-irrigation system has been built on approximately 330 hectares in Mezőfalva with the professional support of Pipelife Hungária Kft., a member of the Wienerberger Group. The project is...
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István Nagy: generational change is becoming a reality in more and more places in Hungarian agriculture
Generational change is becoming a reality in more and more places in Hungarian agriculture, which is thanks to the fact that young people also see their future in the renewing...
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Asda And Podback Recycle 20 Million Coffee Pods In First Year Of Partnership
UK retailer Asda has recycled 20 million coffee pods in the first year of its partnership with Podback. Since the partnership launched in January 2025, more than 250,000 Podback bags...
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Half of Hungarians experience noise-related symptoms, according to a new Ipsos survey
Our home could be a mental sanctuary – if only it were quiet. However, according to recent research by Ipsos and Wavin, constant background noise can make it difficult to...
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Transportation in the smart cities of the future – how do self-driving and related technologies make our lives safer?
Self-driving cars operate truly safely when they communicate not only with each other, but also with certain elements of the city infrastructure: traffic lights, sensors, digital systems, some of which...
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Agrometeorology: autumn sowings overwintered well, even managed to strengthen at the beginning of winter
Autumn sowings overwintered well, even managed to strengthen at the beginning of winter, but freezing at the end of winter could have caused problems – wrote HungaroMet Zrt. in its...
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Important deadline: annual nitrate data reporting due by March 31
The National Food Chain Safety Office (Nébih) draws producers’ attention to the upcoming deadline. The deadline for nitrate data reporting is March 31 every year. The data to be submitted...
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Danone buys meal-replacement firm Huel
Huel “resonates with Danone’s mission of delivering health through food”, the French dairy giant’s CEO said. Danone has snapped up UK meal-replacement business Huel. Hertfordshire-based Huel, set up in 2014,...
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Zalando is scaling up its use of AI-powered warehouse robots
Zalando is rolling out smart warehouse robots to several European distribution centers. According to the e-commerce giant, the robots speed up order fulfillment and lighten the workload by taking over...
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EU egg and egg product imports increased by one and a half times
According to the currently available data from the European Commission, the EU’s (EU27) egg and egg product imports increased by 52 percent to almost 170 thousand tonnes in the first...
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Shoppers loved chocolate bars
Chocolate bars have performed better than tablets recently, as their more favourable unit price has offered more affordable indulgence for consumers. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin...
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Nappy market: forced to adapt
In 2025 the domestic nappy market was shaped by declining birth rates, the after-effects of inflation, and changing consumer decisions. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/04...
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Gentle, safe and conscious
In 2025 the baby and child hygiene and body care category was first and foremost influenced by demographics, the impact of price increases, growing price-sensitivity, and shifting demand toward premium...
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Brand equity: performance, effort and innovation
The MagyarBrands programme has once again recognised the best domestic brands, emphasising the importance of conscious brand-building and forward planning. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/04...
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Health in every drop
Fruit juices for children continue to be one of the most dynamically expanding categories. According to data for 2025, the segment realised a12.7% growth in value, while there was a...
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Vitamins for the little ones
Interest in vitamins for babies and children has remained consistently high in recent years, while the structures of demand and consumer considerations have become more nuanced. This article is available...
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Naturalness from the very first bites
In 2025 the baby and children’s food category operated in a complex market environment, influenced mainly by demographic trends, a strict regulatory framework, demand for organic and premium products, and...
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Using the system has a boost effect
In early 2026 cautious growth, increasing uncertainty, and accelerating pressure to adapt influence how the domestic franchise market works. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/04 New...
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Malizia in Hungary
After nearly a year of planning, 8-time World Pastry and Gelato Champion Davide Malizia visited Budapest in November. He held a 3-day workshop at the craft union’s training centre. This...
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VML Future 100: How are brands making the week easier?
According to VML’s The Future 100: 2026 trend report, in 2026 brands will need to build trust while making shopping a human experience – not just another source of stimulation....
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A new era in vegan beauty: efficiency in the spotlight instead of the label
Vegan beauty has been one of the most important buzzwords in conscious and ethical consumption over the past decade. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2026/04 The...
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In the UK the plant-based sector offers serious business opportunities in 2026
According to a recent survey, 56% of British food manufacturers and brand owners plan to invest in the development or expansion of plant-based products this year. This article is available...
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ProVeg New Food Conference returns in August
ProVeg has announced that it will once again host the New Food Conference on 25 August 2026, this time at the EUREF Campus in Berlin. This article is available for...
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