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Hungarian sour cherries in unprecedented crisis: the fruit could become a luxury item
The Hungarian fruit market, especially the sour cherry sector, has reached a historic low, characterised by record low yields, depleted stocks and skyrocketing prices. According to Index, the price of...
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Auchan launched its local supplier program in Debrecen
Auchan Hungary Ltd. has launched its local supplier program in its Debrecen store in cooperation with Hungarian Product Nonprofit Ltd., the initiative is also supported by the National Chamber of...
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E.ON Drive Infrastructure expands its e-charging network at ALDI with a development worth more than two billion forints
E.ON Drive Infrastructure Hungary (EDRI) is increasing the performance of its electric car chargers at ALDI stores nationwide; with the development worth more than two billion forints, 50 stores will...
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Tesco’s coupon campaign breaks record – donation provides support for thousands of children
52 million forints were raised from donation vouchers sold in Tesco stores to support the Ecumenical Aid Organization’s year-round Kapaszkodó program. The chain’s customers thus surpassed last year’s results by...
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Lidl employees join forces to help those in need with clothes
Lidl Hungary employees showed exemplary cooperation. The company announced a charitable clothing collection program for thousands of employees working in all 216 stores, 4 logistics centers and its central office...
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“Italian heritage, Hungarian pride” The Italian roots of Hungarian salami production
Following the temporary exhibition on Hungarian goulash soup, another temporary exhibition on Hungarian history will open at the Hungarian Trade and Hospitality Museum of the Hungarian National Museum Public Collection...
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The Stühmer Moment Corfu has arrived in space!
Yesterday morning, research astronaut Tibor Kapu successfully launched to the International Space Station as part of the HUNOR program. As part of the historic mission, the first Hungarian space chocolate,...
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SMEs’ optimism regarding public charges improved in the first quarter of the year
The proportion of business leaders who believe that public charges will increase in the SME sector over the next one-year period has decreased by six percentage points. Overall, the indicator...
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Imre Hubai: Hungarian wine is an unparalleled national treasure
Hungarian wine is a unique national treasure that the entire country can be proud of, said the State Secretary for Agriculture of the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) at the award...
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The Hungarian Logistics Association received the Business Superbrands award again
The Hungarian Logistics Association (MLE) was once again awarded the Business Superbrands award in June 2025. This prestigious qualification is not only important feedback for the professional community, but also...
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The capital’s spas welcome the public with film screenings and late-night opening hours in the summer
With the start of the school summer break, Budapest’s spas are welcoming guests with a variety of programs: there will once again be evening film screenings in the Széchenyi Bath...
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Transportation at the click of a button: is the era of trucking Uber approaching?
If someone has a bike or scooter, they can easily become a courier: they just need to register in an app and orders can start coming in. Foodora or Wolt...
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MNB Director: The central bank expects 4.7 percent annual inflation this year
Inflation is expected to exceed the central bank’s tolerance band for the remainder of 2025, with inflation forecast at 4.7 percent this year, and the rate of price increases could...
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The cultivation of hops and malting barley has a serious future in Hungary
The production of hops and malting barley in Hungary has a serious future, as breweries operating in the country are able to purchase much larger quantities of these than at...
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Experts: education is the most effective defense against cybercriminals
Education is the most effective defense against cybercriminals, because no matter how technology develops on the side of attackers and defense, the weakest link is still the human being, more...
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Target would also follow in Temu’s footsteps: they would innovate with direct delivery
The American discount chain Target is working on a new business model – at least that is what the foreign press reports suggest. The company is reportedly planning to ship...
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Ministry of the Interior: new tender to help improve working conditions from autumn – 4.5 billion forints to support domestic SMEs
A new tender will help improve working conditions from autumn, with 4.5 billion forints allocated to support domestic SMEs, the Ministry of National Economy (NGM) announced to MTI on Thursday....
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Hungarian vineyards are under serious threat – Nébih calls on farmers to take action
The golden yellow phytoplasma disease spread by the American grape cicada currently poses the greatest threat to domestic viticulture, warns the Hungarian Wine and Food Association. The pathogen affects almost...
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Improving results despite declining sales: Alföldi Tej Kft. stabilizes after a difficult year
Alföldi Tej Kft. took a breather in 2024: although the company’s total net sales revenue decreased by more than 7.6 billion forints compared to the previous year, they managed to...
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Product Design for Everyone – A Guide to Accessibility in the Food Industry
Equal opportunities begin in everyday life – following this principle, the first comprehensive Hungarian guide on the accessibility of food products was published. The professional document entitled “Accessibility in the...
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Szabolcsi apple pálinka was named the best of the year at the national pálinka competition
The apple pálinka of the NVMEN Pálinka Distillery in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg County won the title of Hungary’s best pálinka at the 2025 National Pálinka and Pólkálinka Competition. The award ceremony was...
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Coffee and tea prices before explosion
Morning coffee or afternoon tea is not just a matter of taste: these drinks reflect centuries-old customs, geographical differences and global trends. The latest episode of NAPICSÁRT looked at how...
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Profits are falling, consumption is falling: General Mills is in trouble
Declining revenue, melting profits and disappointed investors characterize the 2025 business year of General Mills, one of the largest food companies in the United States. According to the company, the...
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István Nagy: the consequences of the spread of artificial meat are unpredictable
The consequences of the spread of artificial meat are unpredictable, its spread can endanger both producers and consumers – said István Nagy on Wednesday in Budapest, at the event of...
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Auchan launches its local supplier program in Debrecen
Auchan Hungary Ltd. has launched its local supplier program in its Debrecen store in cooperation with the Hungarian Product Nonprofit Ltd., the initiative is also supported by the National Chamber...
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The price of strawberries has doubled in ten years
While in 2015, a kilogram of domestically grown strawberries in Germany cost 3.94 euros, by 2024 this price had risen to 6.65 euros, Die Welt reported. This represents an increase...
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OTP Travel received the Travelife Partner certification for the second time
OTP Travel has once again been awarded the internationally recognized Travelife Partner status, which recognizes the organization’s efforts in the areas of sustainability, corporate and social responsibility. The tour operator...
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A turnaround in promotions – brands are returning, but only with a discount?
At the April meeting of the Trade Marketing Club (TMK) Andreas Christou, managing director of Retail Zoom told: while the number of stores keeps decreasing, FMCG sales aren’t shrinking as...
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Hop and malting barley cultivation has a serious future in Hungary
Hungarian hop and malting barley cultivation has a serious future, as breweries operating in the country are able to purchase much larger quantities of these than at present – the...
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Smart Organic acquires the LoveRaw brand
Bulgarian company Smart Organic has acquired the British vegan brand LoveRaw, which has become well known for sweets that are free from milk, palm oil and artificial additives. This article...
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